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Compact dual-connector flash drive with USB-A and Lightning ends, matte finish, 256 GB capacity

PIODATA

PIODATA IXF-256-SG 256GB USB 3.1 Lightning USB flash drive

SKU CH-JZVY-QY3KB MPN IXF-256-SG

A 256 GB flash drive with USB 3.1 Type-A and Lightning connectors for direct iPhone backup and 4K video playback

  • Total capacity256 GB
  • USB standardUSB 3.1 and Lightning
  • USB port typesType A
  • Product dimensions1.94 × 0.5 × 0.31 in
  • Product weight8 g

Capacity 256GB

  • Dual USB 3.1 and Lightning connectors for direct iPhone and computer access
  • 256 GB capacity stores large photo libraries and 4K video files
  • One-touch backup copies media automatically without manual file selection
  • Record photos and videos straight to the drive to save internal iPhone space
  • Secure read-only mode protects files from accidental deletion

Dual-connector flash drive for iOS

The PIODATA iXflash IXF-256-SG combines a USB 3.1 Type-A plug with an extended Lightning connector in a single 8 g stick. It is built for iPhone and iPad owners who want to offload photos, videos and music without relying on cloud services. The drive works with current iOS releases and the two previous major versions. No separate cable or adapter is required.

Replaces cable transfers and cloud sync

Instead of moving files through a Lightning-to-USB cable or uploading to an online library, you plug the drive directly into the iOS device or a computer USB-A port. The jump is worth it when you regularly handle multi-gigabyte 4K clips or large Hi-Res audio collections and want immediate local access. One-touch backup in the companion app automates the copy process for the camera roll.

256 GB capacity with read-only protection

The drive stores roughly 256 GB of media, enough for hours of 4K footage or thousands of lossless tracks. Recording photos and video straight to the stick keeps internal iPhone storage free. A hardware read-only mode prevents accidental deletion of archived files. Headroom runs out when the library exceeds the fixed 256 GB; the drive cannot be expanded or daisy-chained.

How it compares

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Price $119.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 256 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per TB $468.71 per TB
Pricier than about 77% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePioData
Product lineiXflash
Part numberIXF-256-SG
Total capacity256 GB
Ports & slots
USB standardUSB 3.1 and Lightning
USB port typesType A
Size & build
Product dimensions1.94 × 0.5 × 0.31 in
Product weight8 g
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size44 × 13 × 8 mm

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Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions of the PIODATA IXF-256-SG drive?

The drive measures 1.94 x .5 x .31 inches, making it compact enough to carry on a keyring or slip into a narrow pocket without catching on other items.

How do I start the first backup on an iPhone, and what step do users often miss?

Plug the Lightning end into the iPhone, allow the accessory prompt, open the iXflash app, then tap the one-touch backup button; users often forget to grant the app permission to access photos and videos before tapping.

Does the 256 GB capacity require any maintenance or reformatting over time?

No scheduled maintenance is needed; the flash memory retains data without power, and the drive can be reformatted from a computer or the app if the file system ever becomes corrupted.

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