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SAVE $40 on the all-new IDrive ONE!
SALE ENDS TODAY, JUNE 14TH
(Makes a great gift for Dads)
AskBob readers know how I stress the importance of doing regular backups. So you may remember that my recommended backup strategy involves automatic backups to an external hard drive, along with cloud backups.
If you've been an AskBob reader for a while, you know I love the iDrive external hard drive. But the new iDrive One is even more awesome! Today, I'm going to tell you why, and how to get a KILLER deal on this handy little gadget that offers THREE great features:
- It's an External Hard Drive for backups, with optional wifi connectivity. (Choose either 1-TB HDD or 128-GB SSD)
- It's a Super-Fast Wifi Range Extender to boost your wifi signal and extend it to places where it couldn't reach before.
- It's a Media Hub that will store and stream your photos, videos and music to your mobile devices.
IDrive One + IDrive Personal Cloud: The Perfect Combo
Backups don't have to be difficult or confusing. When you have the right tools, they can be simple and automatic. That's exactly why I'm excited about the IDrive One, and IDrive Personal Cloud. It's a hardware and software combination that meets all my criteria for comprehensive backups.
Please continue reading to discover how you can get a killer discount on the IDrive One external hard drive, plus IDrive's Personal Cloud Backup for FREE.
IDrive's Personal Cloud Backup is an online backup service that lets you back up EVERYTHING -- all of your PCs, Macs, mobile devices and even social media content. It's super-easy and secure. Cloud backup is perfect for your most important documents and photos. But you need a local backup, too, for fast retrieval of files or to restore everything in case of a data disaster.
The IDrive One can be configured as a spacious 1-Terabyte HDD (standard external hard drive), or a blazing fast 128-Gigabyte SSD (solid-state drive).
Both models have a unique feature: Wi-Fi. Why is that significant? The wireless connectivity of the IDrive One device enables you to backup multiple devices (desktop and/or mobile), without the tedious chore of connecting and disconnecting the backup drive for each device.
Let's say you have one PC desktop, a Windows laptop, a MacBook, an iPad and an a Android smartphone. Or any other combination of up to five PC, Mac, or mobile gadgets. The IDrive One eliminates the need to tote your external hard drive around, manually connecting it to each computer when it's time to do backups. Because it connects via Wi-Fi, all your backups (PC, Mac or mobile) can run automatically. And in my opinion, automatic backups are the ONLY reliable way to get the job done.
PLUS... it functions as a wireless range extender. Do you have areas in your home where the wifi signal is weak or absent? The IDrive One solves that problem by amplifying your wifi signal and extending it into those "dead zones".
IDrive One transfers data at the "Wireless AC" rate of up to 1.3 Gbps, triple the previous "Wireless N" standard. Simultaneous dual-band support and beam-forming technology combine to focus the wifi signal directly to your laptop or mobile device, giving you a super-fast Wi-Fi connection.
Even if you have only ONE computer, the IDrive One is still an excellent choice for backups. It's a standard external hard drive, with a TERABYTE of storage capacity. If you're doing backups for a single PC or Mac, you can connect it with a USB cable. (The wi-fi feature is optional.) You can use the IDrive software, or your own backup tool. And the price is unbeatable.
I'll take it one step further... even if you don't use the backup features of the IDrive One, it's a super price for a wireless range extender. You'd pay much more for just that feature alone, but you're getting a device that does that and a lot more.
An Exclusive Limited-Time Offer...
Normally the IDrive One device costs $99.99. But as an AskBob subscriber, for A LIMITED TIME ONLY you can get it for just $59.50. That includes one year of IDrive Personal Cloud Backup for free.
Similar external hard drives with Wi-Fi connectivity cost about $159 (and that doesn't include any online backup). A comparable wifi range extender would sell for at least $79. So this really is an amazing deal.
(Choose either 1-TB HDD or 128-GB SSD)
You might recall that the folks at IDrive have made offers like this before, and they were extremely popular. In fact, so many AskBob readers responded, they were quickly sold out. The IDrive One will make a super Father's Day gift, so make sure you take advantage of this sale now.
Quantities really are limited. If you don't have an external hard drive for backups, you won't find a better deal than this. And if you've been frustrated by weak wifi in or around your home, the IDrive One's built-in wifi extender really sweetens the deal!
IDrive Questions and Answers
Just in case there's any confusion about IDrive Cloud, or the IDrive One, here are some of the most common questions I've gotten:
Q: What exactly is the IDrive One?
A: In a nutshell, it's an external hard drive, commonly used for backups. But it has the unique feature of Wi-Fi connectivity, so you can backup multiple computers (up to 5 at once) without connecting it manually to each one. In addition, it functions as a Wi-Fi range extender.
Q: What is the difference between the 1-TB HDD and 128-GB SSD models?
A: The answer boils down to space versus speed. The 1-TB HDD model is a standard external hard drive, with one terabyte (1000 gigabytes) of storage space. The 128-gigabyte model is a solid-state external drive. Solid-state drives are MUCH faster, but are more expensive to manufacture. Although it has less capacity, I recommend the 128-GB SSD drive, unless you have a huge amount of data to back up.
Q: Does the IDrive ONE work on Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8 and 10? How about my Mac?
A: Yes, the IDrive ONE will work on both Windows and Mac computers. There are also mobile apps for iPhone and Android devices.
Q: What's the difference between IDrive cloud backup and IDrive One?
A: IDrive's Personal Cloud Backup is a subscription service for online backups. The IDrive One is an external hard drive that complements your online backup with a faster local backup. When you purchase an IDrive One, you get one free year of IDrive Personal Cloud Backup.
Q: If I decide to cancel my IDrive Personal Cloud subscription, do I get to keep the Wi-Fi One?
A: Yes! Once you purchase the IDrive One, it's yours to keep no matter what.
Q: Can I use the IDrive One with any backup software?
A: Yes. The drive comes with IDrive backup software, but if you prefer, you can use it with Windows Backup, Macrium Reflect, Acronis TrueImage, or any other backup software.
Q: If I already have IDrive Personal Cloud, can I still get the IDrive One drive?
A: Yes. The only hitch is that you'll end up with two IDrive Personal Cloud accounts. But you can close the second one, and use the IDrive One with your existing account.
A Mobile, Secure and Unique Solution
Got a smartphone or tablet? You can directly backup your mobile devices to IDrive One, using the IDrive app for iOS or Android. IDrive One lets you securely store your photos, videos, music and more from mobile devices, without the fear of losing it. If you're running out of storage on your phone, you can transfer files to the IDrive One and stream them to any mobile device.
All data stored on the IDrive One is guarded with military grade security. Your data is protected with 256-bit encryption, using an encryption password known only to you. So the only person who can access your data is you.
I don't know of ANY other backup solution that combines local and cloud storage like this. Nor is there one that allows you to backup UNLIMITED devices like IDrive does. (Others charge extra for each device.) And it has a wifi range extender built in! This is a truly amazing product.
With IDrive Personal Cloud and the IDrive One, all the bases are covered. Your PCs, Macs, mobile gadgets and social media accounts are securely backed up, painlessly and automatically. I use my IDrive every day, and I heartily recommend it to you!
Regards,
Bob
P.S. -- I urge you to order your IDrive One now, because this exclusive offer expires TONIGHT. Remember, the IDrive One normally costs $99.90. But AskBob readers get it for just $59.50.
CLICK HERE to order your IDrive One.
P.P.S. -- Don't forget, the IDrive ONE has a built-in WiFi Range Extender. Do you have areas in your home where the wifi signal is weak or absent? The IDrive ONE solves that problem by amplifying your wifi signal and extending it into those "dead zones".
P.P.P.S. -- Do you have a friend or relative who isn't doing regular backups? Forward this message to them, and they'll thank you.