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product_id: 16641751
title: "Aluminum microSD Adapter for MacBook Pro Retina 13\""
brand: "baseqi"
price: "€ 48.82"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
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# Up to 1TB extra storage Flush, tool-free secure fit CNC precision aluminum build Aluminum microSD Adapter for MacBook Pro Retina 13"

**Brand:** baseqi
**Price:** € 48.82
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Upgrade your MacBook’s storage game—discreet, durable, and downright essential.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Aluminum microSD Adapter for MacBook Pro Retina 13" by baseqi
- **How much does it cost?** € 48.82 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/16641751-aluminum-microsd-adapter-for-macbook-pro-retina-13)

## Best For

- baseqi enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted baseqi brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Invisible Yet Secure:** Sits completely flush in the SD slot—no snagging, no protrusions.
- • **Time Machine Compatible:** Effortlessly integrates with Mac’s backup system for peace of mind.
- • **Seamless Storage Expansion:** Add up to 1TB microSD storage without bulky external drives.
- • **Optimized for Speed & Battery:** Supports microSD speeds up to 720Mb/s with minimal battery impact.
- • **Precision Engineered Elegance:** CNC-machined aluminum perfectly complements your MacBook Pro Retina 13".

## Overview

The BaseQi Aluminum microSD Adapter is a precision CNC-machined accessory designed exclusively for the MacBook Pro Retina 13". It enables seamless storage expansion up to 1TB by fitting flush into the SD card slot, maintaining your laptop’s sleek profile without any protrusions. Supporting microSD speeds up to 720Mb/s and Mac’s Time Machine backups, it offers a fast, reliable, and battery-friendly solution to overcome limited internal SSD space.

## Description

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Review: Great adapter, fits perfectly, truly plug in and forget - So I bought this for my Mid-2014 Retina MacBook Pro as I learned pretty quickly that 128GB of storage just wasn't enough for what I use my MacBook for. It's plenty enough to hold apps and music and even some games. But I like keeping movies and TV shows on my MacBook since I really love how the screen looks, and the battery lasts me all day long easily. I've seen plenty of adapters like this all over desertcart, but what caught my attention was the fact that this could be removed without having to use any tools. Some adapters are like this, but leave some plastic piece sticking out. (Thus ruining the idea of an expansion you put in and forget about) It truly sits in the slot without any part of it sticking out, and it doesn't get caught on anything. So far, it seems tight enough to where I don't have to worry about it falling out, and loose enough where I don't have to worry about causing any damage to my card reader. It could match the aluminum a little better, as it is slightly shinier and chrome like. I keep my iTunes Library on the 128GB SanDisk Ultra microSD card I bought to use with this. I haven't had a problem yet. All in all, the adapter works very well. I haven't had to re-mount it once after the MacBook sleeping and waking up several times per day. It is as fast as the card you put inside it, and I have not noticed any significant amount of battery drain since using this. ***** For those interested in the more technical aspects of this adapter, I am able to read and write to the microSD card inside it at speeds on average of 720Mb/s (approximately 90MB/s). The speed of the microSD card is the only limiting factor, the adapter is capable of handling any speed currently offered by microSD cards being sold. My battery life is something I tested thoroughly, as it doesn't help to have double the storage if I can only use it for half the amount of time. Before installing the adapter, I achieved 14 hours 32 minutes 15 seconds of iTunes movie playback from files stored on my internal SSD. After installing the adapter, transferring the iTunes library to the microSD card, and running the test again; I was pleased to find that my MacBook lasted 13 hours 48 minutes 51 seconds. I personally found the 44 minute reduction in playback time acceptable, especially considering the files were being played from the microSD card over a much slower interface. The power draw from using this adapter is 180mA measured using the system information tool in Mac OS X El Capitan while watching videos stored on the card.
Review: Sits completely flush in an Early 2015 Macbook Pro Retina - I'm using this with a 13" Early 2015 Macbook Pro Retina and I paired it with a 128GB Sandisk Evo+ micro SD card. I was considering the Jetdrive Lite but for almost the same price I decided to get this and a separate micro SD card because this would allow me to get additional SD cards down the road and use them with this adapter - the Jetdrive Lite is all in one so you can't remove the memory card from the adapter. Granted, this adapter is designed to stay put and not continue to be inserted and removed but at least I have the option of using it with more than one micro SD and I wouldn't have that option with the Jetdrive. This works like a charm! Once I inserted the micro SD card into the adapter and then the adapter into the Macbook it worked exactly the way that it was supposed to and it is completely flush with the side of the Macbook. I have a growing music and ebook library that are taking up too much space on the internal 128GB drive (lesson learned here was that the next time I'll shell out the extra money and get the Macbook with a larger SSD because 128GB tends to be limiting as time goes on). I moved the music and ebook files to the micro SD card and configured iTunes and Calibre to look on the micro SD rather than the internal hard drive. Using this adapter and a speedy micro SD I've effectively doubled the available storage of my Macbook without the need to drag around an external hard drive. I'm very pleased with the results and wouldn't hesitate to buy this again. One piece of advice....don't skimp on the micro SD card....get one that has a high read/write speed. If you're patient you can usually find one either at Best Buy or desertcart on sale.....the Evo+ is usually $110 and I managed to find it for $49 (and of course the day after I ordered it Samsung released the Pro version with 128GB capacity). For under $75 I was able to free up a lot of space on the internal hard drive, have a lot of additional capacity on the micro SD, no longer have to carry my external hard drive in my bag and because this adapter is flush with the side of the Macbook it doesn't snag on the sleeve that I keep the laptop in. I'd highly recommend this to others.

## Features

- ONLY FIT The MacBook Pro Retina 13"
- Simple & Easy to adding storage space, Add up to 1TB of extra space.
- Completely hidden and fits snugly into your MacBook's SD card slot.
- Use aluminum material and each one is CNC precision machining.
- Support Macbook's Time Machine.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B012F38H9A |
| Best Sellers Rank | #67 in Computer Memory Card Adapters |
| Brand | BaseQi |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,290) |
| Date First Available | July 23, 2015 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Hardware Platform | Mac |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.9 x 0.8 x 0.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.035 ounces |
| Item model number | ISDA303ASV |
| Manufacturer | BaseQi |
| Product Dimensions | 0.9 x 0.8 x 0.1 inches |
| Series | FBA_ISDA303ASV |
| Standing screen display size | 13 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Color:** Silver
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop
- **Connector Type:** plug
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 0.9 x 0.8 x 0.1 inches
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Laptop

## Images

![Aluminum microSD Adapter for MacBook Pro Retina 13" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kP5lb3yBL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Just wondering if this fits Macbook Pro 13" retina early 2015 model?**
A: Definitely. I have exactly this model and it has been working for almost 4 years.

**Q: How easy is this to take in and out of the macbook pro?  my friend has a similar one and he has to use a knife to pry it out.  i cringe at the thought**
A: I have found it quite easy to remove the BaseQi from my MacBook Pro SD slot. I have only ever used my finger nail. It fits securely in the slot and because of the metallic end cap, it blends seamlessly with the surface of my MacBook Pro making it esthetic as well as functional! I am very pleased with mine.

**Q: Will it work with the sandisk ultra 200gb micro sd**
A: Works like a charm with it, I've got a bunch of microSD cards around to use with GoPro's. Every single one works effortlessly, including the Sandisk ultra 200GB card.

**Q: Will this (or a different sized model) fit the Microsoft Surface Book?**
A: No, the 303A model will NOT fit the Microsoft Surface Book (I bought and tried this myself). You need the 103A model (which is a bit longer and fits the Surface Book). I have this one from HyperDrive and it works perfectly in my Surface Book. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PUXW0IC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great adapter, fits perfectly, truly plug in and forget
*by S***T on January 11, 2016*

So I bought this for my Mid-2014 Retina MacBook Pro as I learned pretty quickly that 128GB of storage just wasn't enough for what I use my MacBook for. It's plenty enough to hold apps and music and even some games. But I like keeping movies and TV shows on my MacBook since I really love how the screen looks, and the battery lasts me all day long easily. I've seen plenty of adapters like this all over Amazon, but what caught my attention was the fact that this could be removed without having to use any tools. Some adapters are like this, but leave some plastic piece sticking out. (Thus ruining the idea of an expansion you put in and forget about) It truly sits in the slot without any part of it sticking out, and it doesn't get caught on anything. So far, it seems tight enough to where I don't have to worry about it falling out, and loose enough where I don't have to worry about causing any damage to my card reader. It could match the aluminum a little better, as it is slightly shinier and chrome like. I keep my iTunes Library on the 128GB SanDisk Ultra microSD card I bought to use with this. I haven't had a problem yet. All in all, the adapter works very well. I haven't had to re-mount it once after the MacBook sleeping and waking up several times per day. It is as fast as the card you put inside it, and I have not noticed any significant amount of battery drain since using this. ***** For those interested in the more technical aspects of this adapter, I am able to read and write to the microSD card inside it at speeds on average of 720Mb/s (approximately 90MB/s). The speed of the microSD card is the only limiting factor, the adapter is capable of handling any speed currently offered by microSD cards being sold. My battery life is something I tested thoroughly, as it doesn't help to have double the storage if I can only use it for half the amount of time. Before installing the adapter, I achieved 14 hours 32 minutes 15 seconds of iTunes movie playback from files stored on my internal SSD. After installing the adapter, transferring the iTunes library to the microSD card, and running the test again; I was pleased to find that my MacBook lasted 13 hours 48 minutes 51 seconds. I personally found the 44 minute reduction in playback time acceptable, especially considering the files were being played from the microSD card over a much slower interface. The power draw from using this adapter is 180mA measured using the system information tool in Mac OS X El Capitan while watching videos stored on the card.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sits completely flush in an Early 2015 Macbook Pro Retina
*by I***S on December 9, 2015*

I'm using this with a 13" Early 2015 Macbook Pro Retina and I paired it with a 128GB Sandisk Evo+ micro SD card. I was considering the Jetdrive Lite but for almost the same price I decided to get this and a separate micro SD card because this would allow me to get additional SD cards down the road and use them with this adapter - the Jetdrive Lite is all in one so you can't remove the memory card from the adapter. Granted, this adapter is designed to stay put and not continue to be inserted and removed but at least I have the option of using it with more than one micro SD and I wouldn't have that option with the Jetdrive. This works like a charm! Once I inserted the micro SD card into the adapter and then the adapter into the Macbook it worked exactly the way that it was supposed to and it is completely flush with the side of the Macbook. I have a growing music and ebook library that are taking up too much space on the internal 128GB drive (lesson learned here was that the next time I'll shell out the extra money and get the Macbook with a larger SSD because 128GB tends to be limiting as time goes on). I moved the music and ebook files to the micro SD card and configured iTunes and Calibre to look on the micro SD rather than the internal hard drive. Using this adapter and a speedy micro SD I've effectively doubled the available storage of my Macbook without the need to drag around an external hard drive. I'm very pleased with the results and wouldn't hesitate to buy this again. One piece of advice....don't skimp on the micro SD card....get one that has a high read/write speed. If you're patient you can usually find one either at Best Buy or Amazon on sale.....the Evo+ is usually $110 and I managed to find it for $49 (and of course the day after I ordered it Samsung released the Pro version with 128GB capacity). For under $75 I was able to free up a lot of space on the internal hard drive, have a lot of additional capacity on the micro SD, no longer have to carry my external hard drive in my bag and because this adapter is flush with the side of the Macbook it doesn't snag on the sleeve that I keep the laptop in. I'd highly recommend this to others.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great, even in a Lenovo Yoga 2 13
*by M***D on April 20, 2016*

First off, I should tell you that I ordered this for use in my Lenovo Yoga 2 13, not in a MacBook Pro Retina as intended by the manufacturer. I sure wish someone would manufacture these for the Yoga line, because they are a quality product. Having said that, this product did fit pretty well into my Lenovo 2-in-1. Other than being very slightly indented into the side of the laptop case (maybe 0.5 mm) and being silver in my 2-in-1's black case (not an issue for me), it's great. My 128GB SanDisk micro SD card fits in the adapter (just make sure you push it all the way into the adapter), the adapter fits into the laptop (it's tight, but you can do it if you're at all patient), and the card works just as it should. I can remove the adapter and card with my fingernail (if I haven't cut them in the last week) or with any other small, thin tool -- it's really not hard to do. So for those of you looking for a micro SD adapter for your Lenovo Yoga 2 13 or, I assume, your Yoga 2 Pro, this adapter will work just fine for you.

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