PORTLAND, Ore. -- develLAB Electronics Inc. announces the achievement of reliable file transfers at 400 Megabytes per second between two desktop computers using its USB3 XFR™ cable; realizing the effective throughput of USB 3.0 by bridging two USB 3.0 host systems. Tests validated speed and accuracy of both compressed and uncompressed files ranging in size from 100 Kilobytes to 1 Gigabyte, sent in both directions.

USB3 XFR™ transfer speeds are twenty-five times faster than current USB2 file transfer cables and over seven times faster than Gigabit Ethernet. Ren Condotta, President of develLAB, is clear about the need for Super-fast file transfers: “A typical household now has five or more computing devices and several terabytes of digital content. We believe time is better spent enjoying movies, photos and music, than waiting for file transfers to complete. USB3 XFR™ simplifies and accelerates the tedious task of managing the ever expanding stores of content across personal devices. It’s all about giving consumers the means to have their content in hand using the fastest, easiest and most familiar personal data connection available – USB 3.0."

Vice President of Business Development, Jim Kenney (formerly with VIA and FTDI) is delighted: "The USB3 XFR™ is exactly what the market has been seeking – a replacement for the old USB2 data transfer cable is long overdue. USB2 transfer cables sold millions in past years; but today’s demands necessitate USB3 Personal Area Networks for speed, cost, security and simplicity.” Kenney is eager to get started: “We are busy scheduling private demonstrations for CES 2014 in January."

Having met with OEMs and partners at CE Week in New York earlier this year, Condotta is pleased with the progress of the USB3 XFR™ technology platform: “develLAB has really raised the bar in the PC File Transfer and File Sync arena. The USB3 XFR™ is a tangible demonstration of things to come.”

USB3 XFR™ is immediately available as the newest member of develLAB’s iflexxia™ family of cables.

USB3 XFR™ Technology

USB3 XFR™ technology revolutionizes Personal Area Networking by connecting workstations, servers, PC’s, tablets, phones, gaming consoles, and more, over the fastest universal file synchronization and data transfer platform. Developed in part to address the challenges of a global software and entertainment giant, USB3 XFR™ leverages the world’s most ubiquitous protocol – the Universal Serial Bus – to provide the fastest universal data transfer platform.

USB3 XFR™ technology unlocks an array of exciting features for Personal Area Networking, including: File Sync, Remote Sharing, Remote Chat, and Local and Remote Backup. Fully backwards compatible, USB3 XFR™ can also operate in USB2 mode, connecting both existing and newer systems and devices. Sophisticated firmware supports both system-to-system and system-to-device connections, assuring proper connections for everyday use. USB3 XFR™ cables and devices run on only 3.3 volts, and derive power from either of the host ports; perfect for green computing initiatives and use with battery-powered portable devices such as laptops, tablets and phones.

Next Generation File Transfer Software for USB3 XFR™

USB3 XFR™ technology empowers the next generation of file transfer software. Designed for third-party bundling of backup and file transfer software, USB3 XFR™ can use either proprietary or open drivers on Microsoft Windows platforms; including Windows 7, 8.0 and 8.1. Support for iOS, Android and Windows RT is scheduled for mid-2014.

About USB 3.0

With over 10 billion enabled devices and systems in use, USB is the solution for any PC user who has ever dreamed about an instant, no-hassle way to connect a new digital device, joystick, scanner, digital speakers, digital camera, or a PC telephone, to their computer. SuperSpeed USB – or USB 3.0 – is the latest version to hit the market, offering speeds of 5 Gigabits per second (600 Megabytes per second). There are already over 1,000 certified USB 3.0 products, with expected shipments to surpass 5 billion by the end of 2016. Newcomer USB 3.1, was announced on July 31, 2013, increasing speed criteria to 10 Gigabits per second, and will inevitably be included in future products. The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a standard managed by USB-IF. More information is available at www.USB.org.

About develLAB Electronics Inc.

Led by USB industry veterans, develLAB Electronics Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of universal integration solutions connecting digital data, media content and electronic controls. Three generations of cables deliver inline and self-powered protocol conversions which bridge legacy, contemporary and emerging technologies. Offering high bandwidth configurations for both short and long distance, develLAB introduces unparalleled security, flexibility and simplicity for multiple applications targeting consumer, commercial and industrial markets. develLAB Electronics Inc. is based in Toronto, Buffalo and Portland.

For information on develLAB, its products, and the industry leading USB3 XFR™ technology, please visit our website at www.devellab.com or www.usb3xfr.com.

USB3 XFR™ and iflexxia™ are trademarks of develLAB Electronics Inc.


Contact
Jim Kenney
503-488-6764 x205