Best multi-card reader
I’ve investigated several multi-format removable memory card readers. The Sandisk ImageMate 12-in-1 USB 2.0 Hi-speed Reader ( SDDR-89-A15 ) is the best one available (Amazon product link). Lexar also makes a pretty good (and cheaper) card reader, but it requires adapters in order to work with Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, miniSD and RS MMC cards.
December 27th, 2008 at 12:36 am
I’ve been using a Sandisk ImageMater 12-in-1 modle number SDDR-89. It works most of the time with 1 through 4 GB Lexar compact flash cards. But ever since I got some members of my family cameras using SD cards it’s been hit and miss trying to get the reader to work properly. And the SD cards are made my Scandisk. Almost always I end up having to turn off the computer every time I want to switch SD cards. I’ve gone through the process in various ways to eject the card. And now it just doesn’t work. I see where the contact point with USB insert in computer is shorting out. This is not an item that I plug and unplug frequently–like maybe once a year. I’m not impressed. I’m also not impressed with the competition. Seems like all or most appear to have issues.