You can encrypt the data on your USB– or you can protect your files the old-school way by using a combination lock. The concept isn’t exactly new (see this Combination Lock made specifically for flash drives released a few years back.) However, Cryptex is different in the sense that the USB drive itself is what’s protected by your code.
Cryptex is a special container which has mechanical combination lock (rotating rings with letters or digits), which people used hundreds years ago to keep secrets. Inside the cylinder there’s a container, where you can keep piece of paper with secret data.
Of course, the drive is rendered useless if you somehow forget the 5-digit combination you’ve set the lock to. It’s still awesome anyway. It’s available online for €35.90 (about $49.)
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Hmm.. Phillips head screws to hold the lock together? Seems pretty defeatable.
Guess this site doesn’t do research. This project is cancelled and this USB does not exist. The creators of this device are frauds that managed to scam $200,000 from Kickstarter backers. Please do research before posting nonsensical articles.