Samsung today announced S Series external hard drive with two new “Pop” colors, Sweet Pink and Ocean Blue. The firm also introduced a new 160GB density for the 1.8" S1 Mini drive. Important features include SecretZone, SafetyKey, an auto backup, a capacity gauge, and sleep mode. Samsung’s SecretZone protects important files and data in the form of software-based AES-128bit or AES-256bit encryptions, while SafetyKey ensures the external drive’s data is securely locked with a password protection. Samsung’s Auto Backup function allows the user to program the default backup in real time or at a scheduled later time. A convenient capacity gauge also enables users to see at a glance how much space is available, in use, or designated as backup storage, and a power savings program monitors the drive’s activities and places it into a low-power “sleep mode” whenever the drive has not been used for five minutes.

“With an extraordinary capacity for its small footprint, the Samsung S1 series features low power, portability, convenience and eco-friendliness,” said C.H. Lee, vice president, storage sales & marketing, Samsung Electronics. “The new 160GB edition also provides convenient backup with ease of handling, featuring an ultra-compact credit-card size casing.”

The “Pop” edition is shipping now and will be available globally through retail channels by the end of June.