The Crypteks is initially being offered in 8GB and 16GB sizes for $130 or $160, respectively. Software-Free Encrypted USB Keys, 256-Bit AES hardware encrypted, FIPS validated, and nine storage capacities ranging from 2GB to the industry-leading 1TB Secure USB Thumb Drive.

This cool product is being funded through Kickstarter, and it’s already got enough support to go into production. Encrypted Flash Keys The Aegis Secure Key line packs a ton of data security features into the smallest of form factors. That password can’t be reset by the makers, though – so make it a memorable one. Once you get through the first layer of security there is the little matter of 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption to contend with – which is good for you but bad for anyone who might want to access your personal info. There are 14,348,907 letter combinations possible – but if you manage to forget your password and lock yourself out of the device you can always send it back to the manufacturer to be reset. Once you unlock the device and pull your drive out of the outer case, the letter wheels can all easily be reset to a new combination. The Crypteks drive is actually locked inside of the spinning rings, giving it a high degree of physical security.

Spin them all to the correct password and you’ll get access to the flash drive inside. It’s called the Crypteks (as opposed to “ cryptex“), and it features five spinning wheels on which all of the letters of the alphabet are printed. Fans of The Da Vinci Code might recognize the concept behind this ultra-secure USB flash drive.

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