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A Microdrive was a tiny little disk drive and an alternative to audio cassette tapes that were used to store and load data on the popular ZX Spectrum home computers. They were pioneered and sold by Sinclair Research.
Microdrives plugged in to the popular ZX Spectrum home computers as well as being a standard fixture in the Sinclair QL, their "business" computer. They could load data faster than a conventional cassette recorder/player. And they were cheap - they sold for just £50 at a time when rival floppy drives from Sony cost over £200 and Commodore's floppy disk drive was £400! However, they were plagued by reliability problems.
There's an excellent article about them on The Register. See the link below.
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When was ZX Microdrive created?
ZX Microdrive was created in 1983.
How much data does a Microdrive hold?
Microdrive is a miniature 1" hard disk designed to fit in a CompactFlash (CF) Type II slot. In 2008 Hitachi and Seagate released 8GB versions. (See Wikipedia, "Microdrive")
What is a common make of microdrive?
A common make of microdrive is Everio, another one is Hitachi. One can purchase Hitachi microdrives from the Amazon website and it is possible to view genuine consumer reviews on the Amazon website.
Will an SD Card work in a CF microdrive slot?
An SD Card will not work in a Compact Flash or Microdrive slot. You need to have an SD Card drive slot or a multi format memory reader which is compatible with SD Cards.
Which holds more data a Microdrive or a Zip drive?
this info is out of date but according to p477-478 of A+ Guide To Managing and Maintaining Your PC, Sixth Editionby Jean Andrews...the Microdrive CF comes in several sizes up to 4 GB while the Zip drive can hold up to 750 MB of data.
Can mp3 player lose their memory?
If the mp3 player has a microdrive in it, the microdrive may fail from being jerked around. Many mp3 players rely on flash memory, however, which shouldn't be "lost" unless the player clears the memory on purpose or your memory is very old and starts to wear out because of the thousands of cycles it has gone through.
Will an sim card work in a cf microdrive slot?
No, it will not. For sim cards you have to have special reader which is of the same form factor, and has appropriate voltages in order to read/write information.
How does the microdrive work?
A microdrive is a small, portable storage device that uses magnetic disks to read and write data, similar to a traditional hard drive but on a much smaller scale. It consists of a miniature spinning disk, a read/write head, and an actuator to position the head over the correct track on the disk. The data is stored in magnetic patterns on the disk surface, and the read/write head detects these patterns to retrieve or store information. Microdrives are often used in devices like digital cameras and portable media players due to their compact size and relatively high storage capacity.
Can you add more memory to your memory card?
It depends on how much more memory you need and how much you're willing to pay for the convenience of a larger card. You might consider either replacing your memory card with one with greater capacity, or purchasing a MicroDrive. A MicroDrive is a mini hard drive that offers up to 4 GB of storage space. While the additional storage space is appealing, they are often slow and fragile, meaning a drop on the sidewalk could cause significant damage and loss of data. One disadvantage of large memory cards or mini-hard drives is that all your pictures are stored in one place. If the card or drive is lost or destroyed, you lose a very large number of pictures. This could mean losing all the pictures from your vacation.
What are the features of the canon usa camera?
some features are 6.3-megapixel resolution for photo-quality poster-plus sized enlargements Includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 zoom lens 1.8-inch LCD screen lets you zoom in on images in preview; 2.5 frames-per-second continuous shooting speed with 4-shot burst mode Store images on CompactFlash type 1 or 2 memory cards; Microdrive compatible; no memory card included Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack (included with charger)
What are three storage technologies that digital cameras might use to store images in a camera?
There are RAW( Camera Image FileFormat (CIFF) for CANON CAMERA and NEF(Nikon Electronic Format) for NIKON Cameras , the images are of Big size !!then we have Jpeg Images (the same format in which the pictures are clicked from the cameras)
What are good digital camera accessories?
Card Reader -- While most cameras offer cords that allow you to plug your camera right into the computer, it can be a hassle and this method often drains your batteries. A card reader, which is hooked up via a USB, provides quick uploads of your images without all the hassle of hooking up your camera. To download your images, simply place your memory card (including CompactFlash or MicroDrive) into the card reader and then view your images on your hard drive. Card readers run from $30 to 80 (typically).Memory Cards -- You don�t need to purchase a card with the highest storage capacity. Having a few smaller capacity cards (32, 48 MB) is better than having one high capacity card, especially since the higher capacity cards are more fragile and slow your camera down. If you do want to upgrade your memory, consider purchasing a MicroDrive or a CompactFlash card. Each has its pros and cons. A MicroDrive is a mini hard drive that offers up to 4 GB of storage space. While the additional storage space is appealing, they are often slow and fragile, meaning a drop on the sidewalk could cause significant damage and loss of data. CompactFlash cards can be more expensive, but are faster and are less fragile then the MicroDrive.Batteries and Battery re-chargers -- Digital cameras go through a lot of batteries quickly. While it may seem impossible, you can go through up to two sets of batteries a day on a full day of camera use. Purchasing extra rechargeable batteries and a battery recharger provides peace of mind that you�ll not be stranded without battery power. Most cameras use two to four AA batteries, but these drain fast. An alternative are Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, which last longer and can be recharged many times.Camera bag -- Digital cameras and their equipment are fragile. Exposure to weather, sunlight and even humidity can have a huge impact on your camera. Many manufacturers now offer bags especially for digital cameras that provide special compartments for memory cards, batteries, and backup storage media.All of the above are good accessories and generally essential to taking good care of your digital camera. I would also recommend a good cleaner.
