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ADATA Urban TapSafe External SSD Uses Smartphone as NFC Key

Daniel Cross 2 min read

ADATA Urban TapSafe external SSD uses NFC-based smartphone unlocking. USB 3.2 Gen2x2, 1900MB/s speeds, 1TB/2TB capacities. Unveiled at Computex 2026.

ADATA Urban TapSafe External SSD Uses Smartphone as NFC Key
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ADATA turned your smartphone into a key for its new external SSD. The Urban TapSafe, unveiled at Computex 2026, uses NFC-based security to lock and unlock the drive. This eliminates the need for a password or separate encryption software to secure data.

ADATA Urban TapSafe external SSD
ADATA Urban TapSafe external SSD

NFC security eliminates passwords

The Urban TapSafe is a portable SSD that connects via USB 3.2 Gen2 x2, offering up to 20 Gbps bandwidth. It comes in 1TB and 2TB capacities. The drive weighs just 72.61 grams, making it easy to carry.

Specifications

  • Interface: USB 3.2 Gen2 x2 (20 Gbps)
  • Capacities: 1TB, 2TB
  • Read/Write Speed: 1900MB/s
  • Weight: 72.61g (2.56oz)

Read and write speeds reach up to 1900MB/s. This speed is sufficient for transferring large files such as 4K videos or game libraries. The drive uses a USB-C connector and is compatible with modern laptops and desktops.

Fast transfers up to 1900MB/s

Security is the standout feature. To access the drive, you tap your smartphone against it. The phone acts as the key, and without it, the drive remains locked. ADATA says this adds a layer of protection against unauthorized access.

ADATA Urban TapSafe SSD NFC unlock with smartphone
Unlocking the Urban TapSafe with a smartphone

ADATA showed the Urban TapSafe at Computex 2026 in Taipei. The company did not announce pricing or a specific release date beyond the event. Global availability is expected after the unveiling.

The Urban TapSafe offers a practical hardware-based encryption solution. It combines fast transfer speeds with a novel unlocking method. It is among the first SSDs to use NFC for security.

Source: TweakTown

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