WD My Passport Wireless

Overview

The WD My Passport Wireless is a wireless hard drive with a built-in battery and Wireless N connectivity. The My Passport connects to eight devices simultaneously and adds a few notable extras like an SD card slot and a WPS button.

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 20 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

7
Average:

9
Bad:

0

6.8

User Score

Based on 461 reviews
as rated by users

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Last revision on August 28, 2016

Reviewers Liked

Has a built-in SD card slot
Supports faster Wi-Fi standard than competing devices
Versatile, easy to use
Provides up to 2TB of mobile storage space
Equipped SD Card Slot works very well
Competitive price point
Comprehensive yet easy-to-use management software

Reviewers Didn't Like

The device's battery life is comparatively short
Limited file format support
Can be confusing for new users
Takes a long time to load photos
All-metal body would have been nice to complete the package

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Expert reviews and ratings

On-the-go photographers will be especially attracted to the My Passport Wireless, a Wi-Fi-enabled hard drive with a built-in SD-card slot. It's a fine backup solution for photos, though the battery life and multi-user video streaming left us wanting....

By Computer Shopper on January 22, 2015

Western Digital's My Passport Wireless is a decent performer but didn't wow us. The price premium outweighs the benefits of the card reader and advanced features bundled in this stocky external hard disk drive.

By TechRadar on January 05, 2015

All in all, the My Passport Wireless offers average value for money. It's heavier and bulkier than the competition, and the drive's performance won't set the world on fire. If you are not interested in its advanced features, then there are other products...

By TechRadar AU on January 02, 2015

The My Passport Wireless is an intriguing device. Its smart design, simplicity of operation and flexibility make it an attractive option for families in particular, not least because of its agnostic approach to compatible devices from rival...

By Wired UK on December 17, 2014

The WD My Passport Wireless offers a decent solution for you to store content without having to directly place them on our mobile device. With up to 2 TB of storage available, it's a great option for users looking for more storage without sacrificing...

By T3 on December 14, 2014

Storage companies are now pro-mobile as they release hard drives equipped with wireless smarts. Seagate released its Wireless Plus in August, which scored well in Good Gear Guide's review , and now rival Western Digital is adding its contribution to the...

By Good Gear Guide on November 19, 2014

While their competitors may have got to market first with wireless hard drives, Western Digital's debut is an accomplished device. The hardware may be a little chunky, but it works well. Wi-fi connectivity is stable and speedy, and a combination of a...

By wegotserved.com on November 19, 2014

The 1TB Western Digital My Passport Wireless portable media drive lets you carry lots of movies, music, and photos with you, and it adds a few notable extras including an SD card...

By PC Mag on November 17, 2014

Wireless portable hard drives began to take off years ago, fueled by early solid-state options such as Kingston's Wi-Drive, then miniature conventional hard drives such as G-Technology's G-Connect and Seagate's Wireless Plus. Over the past three years,...

By iLounge on September 24, 2014

Despite the rather short battery life and confusing apps, the WD My Passport Wireless is an excellent mobile media drive, especially for...

By CNET Australia on September 03, 2014

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WD My Passport Wireless

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Price: $199

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