External hard drives are great for extra storage, especially if you deal with large files. But they can be bulky and heavy, which is a hassle if you’re always on the go. Plus, if you’re like me, most of your files are probably dumped there, and you rely on the search function to find what you need. In reality, you likely don’t need most of the files, yet you’re still lugging that big hard drive around.
The Folder external hard drive is designed to be more than just storage—it’s about carrying your files more efficiently. Instead of having everything on one bulky device, it lets you separate files by projects or folders, making it easier to find and manage your work, especially if you’re juggling multiple projects. The concept page doesn’t provide many details, but some product images show a 1TB label, though it’s unclear if such a small device can hold that much storage.
The hard drive is shaped like a tiny folder that fits in your hand, making it hard to believe it could hold 1TB of storage. The design is cute, and having multiple folder-shaped drives feels like organizing physical folders for different projects. The circuit board slides into a slot beneath the folder, and it has a USB-C port for connecting to your device.
As a concept, it’s interesting and visually appealing. It’s like carrying a USB drive, but larger than a flash drive and smaller than bulky hard drives. We’ll have to wait and see if it works as a real product.
