New Tests: Two 2.5'' external hard drives from LG and Verbatim

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Today, we've added two new 2.5'' external hard drives to our selection of tests.  Both models offer 500 GB of extra storage.

First up is the LG XD5 500 GB, which replaces the XD2 which we also tested recently.  Along the way, LG has slimmed down the drive's external dimensions, but the sleek, elegant design is just as attractive.

The second model we've tested if from Verbatim, which has released a gold version of its 2.5'' external hard drive to celebrate its 40th anniversary.  The biggest change--apart from the colour--is the new Verbatim Sync software, which replaces Nero BACKITUP 4 Essentials found on Verbatim's other drives.

> Test: LG XD5 500 GB

> Test: Verbatim Gold Anniversary Edition 2.5'' USB 2.0 500 GB

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