LaCie recently launched the 2Big USB 3.0, a RAID array that makes use of the most recent USB 3.0 connectivity standard.

By a USB 3.0-compliant dual SATA as well as RAID bridge controller from Symwave, the 2Big USB 3.0 has a couple of hard drives that can be used as both a RAID 0 or else RAID 1 array. LaCie declare the 2Big USB 3.0 is proficient of burst read speeds of up to 275MB for each second.

Macs, though, make use of USB 2.0, not USB 3.0. Apple's strategy is to not remark on upcoming product plans, so we don't have actual facts on when we may make out USB 3.0 on the Mac. And while USB 3.0 has in progress to ooze its technique into the PC market, a USB 3.0 expansion card for Mac Pros has up till now to make an appearance.

But in spite of the lack of USB 3.0 sustain on the Mac, LaCie state it will be there when USB 3.0 is lastly accessible. "LaCie has forever been a follower of Mac compatibility," alleged Kimberly Myers, Worldwide PR Manger for LaCie. "As you might keep in mind with USB 2.0, it takes a little longer for driver sustain on the Mac OS. We will of course be on board when sustain for Mac becomes accessible."

The 2Big USB 3.0 is offered in ability up to 4TB plus will start delivery early next year. Pricing has so far to be determined.