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SanDisk 64GB Connect Wireless Stick Flash Drive SDWS4 064G G46
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
996
Old Reviews
402
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Device Compatibility
144ipad, stick, app, files, transfer
+58%
-42%
" ... I'm able to Cast 6 simultaneous streams to any Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Chromecast. ... "
" ... connects easily to any device I have tried it with. ... One watches on my I-Pad and the other watches (a different video, if he cares to) on my Android smart phone. ... "
" ... Works great with the WIFI and great way to take backup or download/transfer to other devices. ... "
" ... Very useful and connecting easily. ... "
" ... Can connect up to 5 devices at the same time. ... "
" ... connect the stick, turn on it's WiFi and upload to the stick, freeing up phone memory. ... "
" ... I was able to free over 22gb from my phone. ... "
" ... But nonetheless, its a nice option to connect wirelessly. ... "
Apps
73files, sandisk, download, ios, ipad
+53%
-47%
" ... I prefer to access the files through the web page rather than their app. ... "
" ... The current version of the Connect software may or may not work with the latest versions of Android and iOS. ... "
" ... And It worked Flawlessly, I was able to play my Music and play a Video through the App on my IPAD, ... (1) There seems to be no security when it was working so anyone around running the correct app will also be able to access your stuff. ... "
" ... Easy to operate and use once we downloaded the app. ... "
" ... once you install the correct app it connects easily. ... "
" ... For phones and tablets, SanDisk has an app that connects to the drive for file sharing and for media streaming. ... "
" ... The device does exactly what is supossed to do, easy to connect and the app works very well. ... "
" ... Talks to our iOS and Android devices just fine. ... App is easy to use. ... "
Ease of Use
50use, easy, easy to set, difficult, app
+82%
-18%
" ... Easy to setup and transfers date quickly ... "
" ... It interface is easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use . ... "
" ... Easy to operate and use once we downloaded the app. ... Seems to be very versatile and user friendly. ... "
" ... A wonderful stick and easy to use. ... "
" ... It's very easy to use and just very capable thing to carry around! ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Memory
45memory, flash drive, drive, files, sandisk
+71%
-29%
" ... Nice way to carry lots of files. ... "
" ... Great little flash drive. ... "
" ... Then after 4 hours I Copied almost all my media Files over the memory Stick nearly leaving 16 Gigs free ... (C) Removable memory stick/(s) ... "
" ... Now I don't need to worry about space on my mobile or about movies or music files . ... "
" ... I Love that you can simply click on a pic and send it to the flash drive. ... "
" ... This is a great way to expand my smartphone storage and it saved me from buying another phone for more memory. ... "
" ... This is a nice product: Works easily as a normal flash drive or as a place to download files from an iPhone. ... "
" ... This wireless drive is awesome for backing up pictures to and transferring them to a computer without iTunes. ... "
Video Playback
41videos, ipad, stream, streaming, files
+71%
-29%
" ... Friends and Family who visit for the Holiday were able to Stream Videos, Movie Playlists and Photo Slideshows from it. ... "
" ... I use it in church/Sunday school and two of the younger children enjoy watching videos I have downloaded to it. ... "
" ... It work superbly and hold about 20 movies when compressed. ... "
" ... Stream movies to your phones, ipad etc. ... "
" ... Transferred around 1800 songs and 1700 YouTube movies onto it. ... "
" ... Okay if all you want to do is backup pictures and video. ... "
" ... Strictly movies and music videos. ... "
" ... Wireless and streams even HD videos and movies instantly without buffering. ... "
Wifi
41connect, stick, network, internet, wi fi
+46%
-54%
" ... One thing also to consider - once your phone connects to this device you cannot access your local WiFi network (the Connect acts as its own access point) so in areas where my service provider had poor connectivity I was additionally hampered by not having a WiFi alternative. ... "
" ... And instead of it being Wi-Fi based it should be Bluetooth. ... "
" ... Wifi broken after less than one year. ... "
" ... My PC says files are corrupt and there is no WiFi signal. ... "
" ... I use it regularly to stream some tv shows but one day there was no signal and i tried to connect to my computer to find out that it needed to be formatted. ... "
" ... Continually loses wifi connection while playing movies on ipad ... "
" ... Wireless connect or even via wifi router, connection is weak and constantly disconnects. ... "
" ... Don't work as wifi disk ... "
USB
40drive, stick, ipad, connect, plugged
+63%
-38%
" ... How easy would it have been to make the non-USB end the same size as the USB end ? ... "
" ... Great USB drive and wireless to boot. ... "
" ... I was using it as a USB drive, and clicked on a link to connect over wifi. ... "
" ... Works just like a regular USB stick when plugged into a Mac. ... "
" ... I Love that you can simply click on a pic and send it to the flash drive. ... "
" ... Great device to have when travelling round and the app that supports the USB is better than the one I used with my previous SanDisk wifi USB flash drive. ... "
" ... This is without a doubt my most frequently used USB device. ... "
" ... The device is as small as a USB Flash Drve & takes so little room that makes it easy to take with you anywhere. ... "
Product Reliability
38worked, days, stick, drive, sticks
+32%
-68%
" ... After two days of frustrating failure (and no help from the vendor's FAQs) I'm giving up and returning the device. ... "
" ... I’m going to have to dump everything on it, reformat the unit and start all over again. ... "
" ... I've had this product for over a year now. ... "
" ... The first time that I used this device I worked well, However, once I attempted to use it again it gave me a very hard time connecting and once it finally did the data I was trying to transfer attempted to go through for a couple hours and nothing transferred. ... "
" ... I hope all sandisk wireless sticks are not like mine. ... "
" ... It should have worked for longer than 6 weeks! ... "
" ... hasn't even been 30 days and It has died on me. ... "
" ... Didn't even own for 90 days and it became corrupted. ... "
Marketplace
36described, amazon, seller, exactly, works as advertised
+78%
-22%
" ... works as described ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... At first, it worked as described. ... "
" ... Thanks a lot 👍🏼 ... "
" ... Awesome product, works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works just as described! ... "
" ... Very goog product ... "
Software Platform
34ios, android, web, browser, sandisk
+59%
-41%
" ... I'm able to Cast 6 simultaneous streams to any Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Chromecast. ... "
" ... I prefer to access the files through the web page rather than their app. ... "
" ... Works with Android phones, and Amazon Fire Tablets ... "
" ... The current version of the Connect software may or may not work with the latest versions of Android and iOS. ... See my UPDATE. ... "
" ... Easy to operate and use once we downloaded the app. ... "
" ... once you install the correct app it connects easily. ... "
" ... Talks to our iOS and Android devices just fine. ... App is easy to use. ... "
" ... Great iOS backup option. ... "
For Travel
26kids, trip, travel, road trip, flight
+100%
" ... very useful for my travel ... "
" ... For our last long road trip, we loaded this up with a bunch of movies and showed the kids how to access it through the app. ... "
" ... Great on planes and away from home, or for the kids when driving in the car. ... "
" ... This worked so well for my family on our last trip ... "
" ... I for one bought it to store my movies since I travel so much. ... But when you are on a flight or traveling. ... it's great, pull out my Ipad and start watching (try that on a 12 hour flight to Tokyo or Paris. ... "
" ... The 16gb version works like a charm, however, we loaded this one purchased from Amazon with videos for a road trip. ... We left for our road trip on the day the return window closed. ... "
" ... when ever I travel out of town . ... "
" ... Perfect for the beach I use it to store vacation pics and vids easy to use. ... "
Ports
23drive, plugged, stick, usb port, regular usb
+52%
-48%
" ... Great USB drive and wireless to boot. ... "
" ... I was using it as a USB drive, and clicked on a link to connect over wifi. ... "
" ... Works just like a regular USB stick when plugged into a Mac. ... "
" ... This obviously drains the drive's internal battery (Only 4.5Hrs of wireless use apparently) but it charges quickly from any powered USB port. ... "
" ... This is without a doubt my most frequently used USB device. ... "
" ... Changes I would want are an LED indicating what's going on, how many connected etc & the option of a USB-C version would be useful ... "
" ... This is very cool, especially with my new laptop that has no regular USB ports ... "
" ... Just wish they would make them with a mini-USB option to plug directly into smart phones . ... "
Codecs
19file, mkv, jpg, rename, myfile
+16%
-84%
" ... Sometimes, some apps (like VLC) still won't recognize or see some files (like video files) even after they've been copied to the iPad. ... "
" ... I did try streaming a single video file simultaneously to both phones - did not work. ... "
" ... DO NOT rely on this as a back-up device for your favorite files. ... "
" ... Basically when it comes to your important files just don't count on it ... "
" ... ), and if I put the music loose (no folders) within the overarching folder, then I can choose a folder and "random play" from one folder at a time. ... "
" ... So some of those avi and mkv files you want to play most likely won't have any sound. ... "
" ... I have mp4's of movies with AC3 (Dolby) audio encoding. ... "
" ... Doesn't work at all, it only manages to transfer the first file ... "
Price
19waste your money, price, cost, worth, value
+37%
-63%
" ... I cannot get this to work for love nor money! ... "
" ... - don't waste you money. ... "
" ... Waste of money in my book. ... "
" ... Don't waste your money. ... "
" ... The wireless function has no value. ... "
" ... have used it for more than a year, but this was waste of money ... "
" ... waste of money, do not buy! ... "
" ... Don't waste your money. ... "
Network
19connection, signal, network, connect, router
+47%
-53%
" ... My PC says files are corrupt and there is no WiFi signal. ... "
" ... It's more often than not been a problem getting a stable connection. ... "
" ... I use it regularly to stream some tv shows but one day there was no signal and i tried to connect to my computer to find out that it needed to be formatted. ... "
" ... When I'm shopping in a supermarket, there is usually some point in the store where I can't get a decent cell signal, and at that point my music cuts out. ... "
" ... Wireless connect or even via wifi router, connection is weak and constantly disconnects. ... "
" ... If I press cancel, it keeps the connection for a few minutes then drops it. ... "
" ... To connect from my laptop I have to disconnect from my home wifi network. ... "
" ... - It can take several attempts to get the wifi connection. ... "
Battery Life
19life, stick, charge, long battery life, lasts
+79%
-21%
" ... The battery lasts a long time as well which is a bonus. ... "
" ... Battery life is very good ... "
" ... The batttery lasts quite awhile. ... "
" ... (3) considering how small it is I wandered how small is that battery. ... (B) Changable battery like a 14500 or 186500 ... (E) external power connection so you don't have to rely on battery during WIFI use And can charge battery. ... "
" ... Update: SanDisk sent me a new unit out free of charge. ... "
" ... It has a long battery life. ... "
" ... Very large capacity and long battery life. ... "
" ... Easy to use & charge on the device has lasted for 5 days so far & still going. ... "
Setup
18setup, set, use, easy to setup, easy
+50%
-50%
" ... Hard to follow the instructions ... "
" ... One more star if the packaging has more instructions, like troubleshooting. ... "
" ... She told me it was working at first but then it said it needed to be updated and after that she couldn't get it to work so big thumbs down for me ... "
" ... For instructions they require you to go to their webpage but it won't load because you're not connected! ... "
" ... The only thing I don't like about it is there is no instruction on how to set up the password encryption but I finally got it done. ... "
" ... Instructions are vague also. ... "
" ... It worked and everything was fine but it was pretty confusing to try and get setup at first! ... Wish there was better instructions! ... "
" ... Tried following the instructions multiple time. ... "
Returns
18returning, return, mine, back, worthless
+6%
-94%
" ... Returned and took the hit on restocking cost! ... "
" ... Wish I could return it, worthless ... "
" ... Rather than play around with it more I returned it. ... "
" ... I would like to return this worthless peice of junk. ... "
" ... I'm returning the device. ... "
" ... I've had it for only 6 weeks, and it's 2 weeks to late to return it. ... "
" ... I will likely return. ... "
" ... I wouldn't recommend buying this and I am returning mine. ... "
Camera
18pictures, videos, upload, pics, photos and videos
+78%
-22%
" ... take your pics with your phone and when your memory is full. ... "
" ... I've introduced it to my computer and photography clubs. ... "
" ... Okay if all you want to do is backup pictures and video. ... "
" ... It probably works ok for pictures and videos -- that is what it is set up for. ... "
" ... I store photos and videos from my phone. ... No more worry about losing photos if I lose my phone. ... "
" ... Great for iPhones that are full of apps and photos etc. ... "
" ... Used on my IPhone 5s, quickly downloaded my pictures . ... "
" ... vacation photos here we come !! ... "
Product As Described
17described, works as advertised, work as expected, photos, exactly
+82%
-18%
" ... works as described ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... At first, it worked as described. ... "
" ... Awesome product, works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works just as described! ... "
" ... I started to give this a 4 star, and then realized that it worked exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It works great, as described. ... "
Size
16handy, carry, small, size, laptop
+88%
-13%
" ... very useful for my travel ... "
" ... (2) It's such a tightly compact designed product. ... "
" ... I carry it everywhere and the download is fast. ... "
" ... It's very easy to use and just very capable thing to carry around! ... "
" ... I got this to be a wee something (size of a pack of chewing gum) I could carry in my pocket and use it to beam anything from my fairly monstrous music library (200 GB fits on the model I've got) to the phone. ... "
" ... The device is small, lightweight, but well built. ... "
" ... Highly recommend if you're looking for compact portable storage solution that is easily to use and customize. ... "
" ... But this is easier and goes with me - more portable. ... "
Overall performance
15transfer, job, transfer speed, rate, fast
+67%
-33%
" ... It's build solidly to boot. ... "
" ... Works very well. ... "
" ... Right tool for the right job. ... "
" ... Sometimes it disconnects but overall the performance is solid. ... "
" ... I like it, it"s fast! ... "
" ... Good job SanDisk! ... "
" ... Works amazingly good ... "
" ... Great and fast ... "
Charging
12wall, usb, plugged, charged, usb port
+42%
-58%
" ... It will not charge enough to be recognized by my phone. ... I have plugged it in a wall receptacle to charge. ... I plugged it in my computer to charge. ... "
" ... I tried for hours to charge it and it would not charge, it would not manually reboot and the computer will not recognize it. ... "
" ... therefore you can ONLY share files when the device is charged and unplugged. ... "
" ... "Helpfully", if you happen to have a power only USB-A charger (an item I've literally never seen), it can be "plugged in" to power, and used wirelesly then. ... "
" ... Doesn't charge or turn on even when I plug it into my computer or a wall outlet ... "
" ... I of course tried it out immediately not expecting much as I know it should be charged first. ... "
Controls
11pause, power button, button, switch, reset
+9%
-91%
" ... The next day where I tried to turn it back on via power button and got nothing. ... "
" ... I've already reset it by holding the power button in. ... "
" ... We found how to reset the device, by holding the power button. ... "
" ... Yes, you can drag one song at a time over if you plug it into a computer, but you can't organize by album and you can't play that way either. ... You can't create playlists . ... "
" ... ), and if I put the music loose (no folders) within the overarching folder, then I can choose a folder and "random play" from one folder at a time. ... "
" ... But when you start a video, you can't even see the pause and menu buttons at the bottom because it's barely a different color from the white! ... You have to tilt the screen to even barely see where to push the pause button. ... "
" ... Scrolling through a list of files often causes the screen to lock up, becoming unresponsive for a while. ... "
" ... held down the button for more than 30 seconds and nothing changed . ... "
Build Quality
10sturdy, lose, designed, bend, well
+50%
-50%
" ... After a crash, when you do get it back up and running, instead of resuming where it left off, it starts from scratch. ... "
" ... Not very durable - it broke the first day I used it. ... "
" ... The cap itself doesn't make any sense. ... It would have been better to create some sort of sliding design like their other drives. ... "
" ... Unfortunately with laptops getting thinner and thinner this meant that to use it in my new laptop I'd have to prop the laptop on something to give clearance for the stick. ... "
" ... - Anitquated cap (guaranteed to lose or crack) ... The cap - I cringe when I see this type of cap! ... It is steel lined, which means that the snap fit will lat longer than the plastic cap itself, but I know that eventually I will lose or forget it somewhere. ... "
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