OCZ (OCZUSBDSL16G) (16 GB) Flash Drive

When I purchased this 16GB OCZ Diesel, the deal was too good to pass up. I already owned 2 USB sticks, but none were as large as this one. The first thing I did when I got it was set it up to test transfer speeds and it performed exceptionally well. It isn't the fastest USB stick on the market, but it does a fine job and the little light on the end is convenient to remind you not to touch it while it is busy. The second thing I did was download and install http://portableapps.com/ onto the stick. It's free software that basically turns your large USB stick into a portable computer. Plug it in to a public or friends computer and all the software and settings you normally use come up (bookmarks, virus protection, word processing and more). This turned my little USB stick into a portable powerhouse. I haven't turned back yet and carry this thing with me everywhere. Additionally, because it is 16GB in size, it is even able to hold operating systems (Linux for instance) on-board, which allows you to boot up into an alternative OS if the need arises (not the best way, but a good backup for trouble shooting).

Pros: fast enough, large, convenient and can be found at good price points

Cons: cap is removable, which means it is also easily misplaced or lost and either the data transfer test or the constant flashing light made this little sucker heat up (nothing dangerous), which was cause for concern that it may get too hot if left in for long periods (who leaves a stick in for that long anyway?)