Kingston Digital 256GB waterproof Class 10 UHS-I microSDXC card has lifetime warranty

Believe it or not, I am still amazed by the small physical size of microSD cards. I am from an era where 100MB Zip Disks were revolutionary, so having multiple gigabytes on a card that is smaller than a postage stamp is mind-blowing.

Today, Kingston Digital announces a waterproof Class 10 UHS-I microSDXC card with a massive capacity -- 256GB. If you do not need such a large capacity, however, do not worry -- the company is also offering this line of cards in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB. Since some SKUs are being sold with a full-size SD adapter, it will work brilliantly with cameras, smartphones, drones, and more. Best of all? It comes with an impressive lifetime warranty.

"The microSDHC / microSDXC Class 10 UHS-I is the smallest form factor SD card available and is the standard expandable storage option for many tablets, smartphones and action cameras. It is ideal for cinema-quality HD (1080p) video and reduces buffer time between shots when compared to Class 4 cards. The versatile card can withstand harsh environments for adventurous travelers as it is waterproof, temperature proof, shock and vibration proof and X-ray proof. Capacities of 16GB to 256GB make it easy to find the right card for one's needs and provides space for thousands of hi-res photos and hours of video", says Kingston Digital.

Annette Chan, Flash memory business manager, Kingston explains, "we are excited to ship our new higher capacity 256GB microSDXC card for consumers who need more storage for photos, videos and other data. As image quality and 4K content continues to rise, we strive to push storage densities higher to match our customers' needs for larger capacity and stable products".

Kingston Digital shares the following specifications.

• Capacities: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
• Performance: 45MB/s read, Class 10, UHS-I: 10MB/s minimum data transfer
• microSD Dimensions: 11mm x 15mm x 1mm
• SD Adapter Dimensions: 24mm x 32mm x 2.1mm
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to 85°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Voltage: 3.3V
• Warranty: Lifetime

If you want to buy one of these cards, it is only being sold at Microsoft Stores for some reason. This is only for a short time, however, as Kingston promises wider availability later in the year. Pricing has not yet been revealed, nor has exact dates of sale.