SanDisk iXpand™ Drive

SanDisk iXpand™ Drive

by SanDisk Corporation

86K ratings
468 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 30 Apr 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 11, 2016
  • February 10, 2025
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Easily back up, transfer, and manage photos, videos, and files between your iPhone, iPad, and computers. This app works with a dedicated flash drive to free up device space and securely store your data.

Automatic photo and video backup
Transfer files to computer
Watch videos directly from drive
Encrypt files for secure transfer
Free up iPhone/iPad space
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What's New in SanDisk iXpand™ Drive

5.3.19

February 10, 2025

iXpand Drive App ™ End of Support Notice, New App Available! In April 2025, the iXpand Drive App will no longer be supported. Good news! Our new app SanDisk® Memory Zone™ is available for you to continue managing your data. More information: https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/answers/detailweb/a_id/52267

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Works better than the memory zone app

This app is way less confusing, and has more features for the iXpand drive. Can’t send videos to and from my phone in the ‘replacement.’

DO NOT END THIS APP

I agree with the others.

I’ve used iXpand drives since 2016 & this app is leaps & bounds easier to use, more intuitive, & supports Content Creators’ needs infinitely better than Memory Zone.

I’m not sure what the business decision was to keep the lesser app, but I can assure you it was not a decision made with the customer in mind.

It is also not ready to be the sole app. You cannot select which photos & videos you back up (only capable of backing up the entire phone, which is both a waste of time & space when you don’t need that). The filter & sort are not nearly as intuitive. It’s simply not up to par like iXpand app.

So if nothing else - please keep supporting iXpand app & get Memory Zone to match what iXpand app can do exactly. Otherwise, I fear yall are going to lose a lot of your loyal customers.

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Love this app to bits

I really love this app and it’s is the only reason why I keep buying sandisk drives. It’s reliable and does exactly what I want. I love the option where I can select what photos I want to save to the drive and the process is super smooth. I hate the new app they made Memory Zone. There’s only the option to back up your photos there and not select which ones you want to back up. I honestly hope they keep this app active instead and if they want to keep the other app up so bad they should just keep both running. I detest the fact they are forcing users to use the new stupid app instead of giving us the option to choose between the two. Other users are also disliking the new app so I hope the devs keep IXpand up
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Great app, going to miss it

It is a really well functioning app; I am not share what to do now that it is being removed.

Keep this App

Please continue to support this app. I tried the memory zone and it doesn’t backup photos by date taken and my photos backed up a jumbled mess.

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App fails to detect the drive or recognize files

Bug

Corrupted or lost files during backup/transfer process

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

Bug

Naming convention changes causing confusion

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for more file types beyond photos and videos

Feature

Improve file management capabilities like folder organization

Feature

Implement a recycle bin or undo feature for deleted files

Feature

Optimize app performance and stability

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FAQ

What does the SanDisk iXpand Drive app do?

The app works with the iXpand Flash Drive to help you back up, transfer, and manage photos, videos, and files between your iPhone, iPad, and computers. It allows you to free up space on your mobile devices and securely store your data.

What are the key features of the iXpand Drive app?

Key features include automatically backing up photos and videos from your camera roll, transferring files to your computer at USB 3.0 speeds, watching movies directly from the drive (supporting popular formats), and encrypting files for secure transfer and storage.

Is the SanDisk iXpand Drive app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. However, it requires the purchase of an iXpand Flash Drive, which is sold separately. There may also be in-app purchases for additional features or services.

What devices and operating systems are compatible with the iXpand Drive app?

The app requires iOS 13 or higher for iPhone and iPad compatibility. Password protection with 128-bit AES encryption is supported by iOS 13+, macOS 10.8+, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10. Video playback supports .MP4 and .MOV formats.

How can I use the iXpand Drive app to free up space on my iPhone or iPad?

You can connect the iXpand Flash Drive to your iPhone or iPad and use the app to automatically back up your photos and videos to the drive. Once backed up, you can then delete them from your device to free up valuable storage space.