There are tons of quirky and interesting memory sticks out on the market, but the Galet USB takes a more sophisticated turn. Resembling the shape of a pebble, it is sleek and shiny, making it a perfect gift for your tech-lover friend who also appreciates luxurious items.
Designed by LaCie in collaboration with French luxury brand Christofle, the Galet USB is a handcrafted, silver-plated 4GB flash drive. Of course, with its $150 price tag, the Galet USB may make a better gift for yourself than for anyone else.
Pebble-Shaped Flash Drives
LaCie Collaborates With Christofle to Design the Galet USB
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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