Buffalo Technology says it is set to release the world’s thinnest external hard drive (currently, that is). The anorexic looking Buffalo MiniStation Shinobi can be yours to fatten with files for around $120 for the 30GB (HD-PT30U2) and $170 for the 60GB (HD-PT60U2).

The Buffalo MiniStation Shinobi models are 5mm (.2 inches) thick and weigh around just two ounces. This makes them pretty very compact and portable, of course, and the fact it is USB-powered just adds to that on-the-go image.

Features of the Shinobi include backup and sync software, pre-loaded applications such as Mozilla’s Firefox and Thunderbird, security software, a self-contained cable management system and enhanced USB data transfer technology. It will be available in October.

Buffalo Technology