Running out of space on your iPhone or Mac can stop you from snapping that perfect photo or finishing a project. The SanDisk iXpand (SDIXD0N-256G-GN6NE) 256GB USB flash drive gives you instant, offline storage that plugs directly into your Apple devices, letting you move files quickly and keep a secure backup wherever you go.
Key Features of a 256GB USB flash drive
- Capacity: 256 GB. Holds thousands of photos, videos and apps without needing cloud space.
- Interface Type: USB-C / Apple Lightning. Connects to both modern iPads, Macs and older iPhones with the same drive.
- Read Rate: Up to 90 MB/s. Files appear on your device almost as soon as you plug in.
- Write Rate: Up to 10 MB/s. Saves large videos and photo bursts without long waits.
- Dimensions - Height: 2 in. Slim profile fits easily in a pocket or bag.
- Dimensions - Width: 0.6 in. Thin enough to slide onto a key ring.
- Dimensions - Depth: 0.3 in. Low-profile design stays unobtrusive.
- Weight: 0.18 oz (5 g). Lightweight so it never feels like a burden.
- Colour: Metallic sky. A stylish finish that matches Apple aesthetics.
- Compatibility: iPhone/iPod/iPad compatible, password protection, key ring loop. Securely stores data and can be attached to your accessories.
Why Choose a SanDisk USB flash drive
If you capture high-resolution video on an iPhone or need extra room for work files on a Mac, you’ve probably struggled with slow cloud uploads or constantly deleting content. A SanDisk USB flash drive solves that by giving you a portable, high-capacity vault that works with both Lightning and USB-C ports, so you never have to compromise on speed or convenience.
Benefits of SanDisk USB flash drive
- Instant backup: Saves your media straight from the device without internet.
- Secure storage: Password protection and encryption keep your files safe.
- Fast transfers: High read speed means you can view or edit files right away.
- Universal fit: Dual connectors let you switch between iPhone, iPad and Mac effortlessly.
- Light and portable: Small size and weight let you carry it anywhere.
Usages of a 256GB USB flash drive
Use it to offload photos from a weekend shoot, store large video projects while editing on a Mac, free up space on an iPhone before a software update, or keep important documents handy for business travel - all without relying on Wi-Fi or cloud services.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category |
Blue |
| Header |
| Header / Model |
Phone Drive |
| Header / Product Line |
SanDisk |
| Header / Packaged Quantity |
1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Height |
2in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Width |
0.6in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Depth |
0.3in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Weight |
0.18oz |
| Memory |
| Memory / Read Rate |
Up to 90 MB/s |
| Memory / Interface Type |
USB-C / Apple Lightning |
| Memory / Write Rate |
Up to 10 MB/s |
| Memory / Features |
iPhone/iPod/iPad compatible, password protection, key ring loop |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Manufacturer Warranty / Service & Support |
Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Environmental Parameters |
| Environmental Parameters / Min Operating Temperature |
32 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Max Operating Temperature |
113 °F |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type |
2-year warranty |
| Flash Memory |
| Flash Memory / Product Type |
USB flash drive |
| Flash Memory / Read Rate |
90MB/s |
| Flash Memory / Write Rate |
10MB/s |
| Flash Memory / Interface Type |
USB-C / Apple Lightning |
| Flash Memory / Storage Capacity |
256GB |
| General |
| General / Product Type |
USB flash drive |
| General / Storage Capacity |
256 GB |
| General / Enclosure Color |
Metallic sky |
| Software / System Requirements |
| Software / System Requirements / OS Required |
Apple macOS 10.9 or later, Microsoft Windows 10 or later |
| Summary Details |
| Capacity |
256 GB |
| Device interface |
USB Type-C / Lightning |
| USB version |
3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Read speed |
90 MB/s |
| Write speed |
10 MB/s |
| Form factor |
Swivel |
| Weight |
5 g |
| Product colour |
Blue |
