This will work on a mac, linux or windows. It's a FAT formatted file system by default which is a standard filesystem supported by many operating systems. If you want to use this drive for mac specific backups or as a install drive just format it with disk utility to mac os journalled or whatever mac specific filesystem you need.
I loaded the flash drive with files from my Mac, and then transferred them to a PC. Then I loaded new files from that PC onto the flash drive, and then transferred those files to my Mac. No problems at all.
Yes, the Sandisc works like a regular flash drive on the MacBook and wirelessly with the iPhone and iPad. You can transfer data to and from the device or stream content like music and movies.
yes, sometimes you need to check the blister pack and it will often reflect PC/MAC compatible to ensure this. if no cross compatible is reflected then return it, or check manuf website for exact model description.
you can store videos or photos on this drive and plug it in to a smart TV, I've tried with an LG Smart TV and it works, but be warned this drive is pretty slow.
yes, if formatted for that video content and compatible with tv capability to read. consult manuf manual for further description and what usb port [not one marked for service only] an be utilized.
The flash drive just stores your media, the playback is controlled by your TV. So it is a matter of function on your TV to determine if homevideo can be viewed or not.
It's usb 2.0. Not sure why the other answers say 3.0. It will work in a 3.0 port, and actually seems to go a little faster when you do that, but not at full USB 3.0 speed.
when i bought it the packaging said "usb 2.0 and 3.0 compatible" I dont know how its compatible if its not fully 3.0; but it certainly feels as slow as 1.1
The packaging says usb 2.0 / 3.0 compatible. Which means it will work on current hardware. However the drive's transfer speed is pretty slow at most I can get 5-7 MB/s, but I've seen it average out 1-4 when transferring multiple files. I only use this drive for keeping bootable rescue disks, and utilities. I dont use it for everyday things like transferring photos.
yes, what that is referring to is ''back compatible' specification. many older systems, when the usb item is inserted will: have a screen popup reflecting that the usb will operate better in a usb 2.0 unit.
Some USB flash drives are still 1.1 which is first generation and not as fast as generation 2.0 or 3.0. You did good checking the specs first, although I don't know if it's noticeably slower to the average person. Be sure if ordering the 3.0 that your computer has a 3.0 port.