Introduction

I would like to thank Verbatim & Verbatim EUMEA for supplying the review sample.

The company sells all kinds of storage devices, from write once media like CD-R and DVD-/+R to rewritable like CD/DVD-RW and USB 2.0 storage devices. Verbatim also offers input devices for the PC:

A quote from the Verbatim USA website:

Since its beginning in 1969, Verbatim® has been at the forefront of the evolution in data storage technology. Today, more than 30 years later, Verbatim remains one of the most recognizable names in the data storage industry.

Customer-driven, Verbatim is known for adding considerable product value--above and beyond its competitors--to established media technology. As an industry pioneer, Verbatim is recognized for the role it plays in early product development and commercial product introduction of new technologies. Verbatim's leadership role is especially apparent in the evolution of optical media recording including MO and the CD/DVD family of products.

Along with its technological innovations, Verbatim has always been recognized universally for its superior manufacturing practices. Verbatim was the first media company to receive ISO certification, the de facto standard for quality management systems worldwide. This commitment to quality translates into consistent product performance and reliability. In addition, Verbatim provides toll-free technical support and service to enable its customers to maximize the performance of its products.

As a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, a recognized world leader in the chemical and computer industries, Verbatim is ideally positioned to take advantage of changes in the market while continuing to challenge the frontiers of data storage.

Packaging

The Verbatim USB Drives come packaged in clear plastic. This is the type of packaging for which you better have some scissors at your immediate disposal, as it is welded shut all around. The front lets you take a good look at the silver USB Stick and gives you a quick overview of all its features. As this is am U3 Smart Drive, the U3 logo is found on the packaging as well. The back lists simple "how to use" instructions in multiple languages, as well as a comparison chart between the different types offered by Verbatim.


Besides the USB drive itself, Verbatim has included a black, high quality lanyard and some stickers to label your USB stick.