Sandisk launches Guardian storage cards in Australia

Sandisk has launched the Guardian Series for dash cams and home security cameras, now on sale in Australia through JB Hi-Fi.

The line-up includes two products: the Sandisk Dash Cam Card and the Sandisk Security Cam Card. Both are designed for devices that record continuously and overwrite older footage as storage fills.

The Dash Cam Card supports recording from Full HD up to 4K UHD. It is available in capacities from 32GB to 512GB, with the 512GB version tested to endure up to 40,000 hours of recorded drives.

The Security Cam Card is designed for a range of security cameras and can be used alongside cloud storage or instead of it, allowing footage to be stored locally if a Wi-Fi connection drops out.

It also supports recording from Full HD up to 4K UHD and comes in capacities from 32GB to 512GB. According to Sandisk, it is temperature-, water- and dust-proof for use in outdoor camera systems.

Consumer Focus

The launch reflects demand for storage products tailored to always-on consumer cameras used in cars and around the home. These devices place different demands on memory cards than products used mainly for occasional photo capture or file transfers.

Continuous recording creates repeated write cycles, and many home security cameras and dash cams also operate in changing weather conditions or enclosed spaces that can become hot. Sandisk said the new series was developed for those conditions and for broad compatibility with camera systems.

In Australia, the launch comes as retailers stock products tied to home monitoring and vehicle safety. The Guardian Series starts at AUD $59.00 at JB Hi-Fi.

Susan Park, VP Consumer Products, outlined the rationale for the new range.

"Today, consumers rely on cameras to monitor their families, homes, vehicles and personal property, and having the right memory card or storage is key," said Susan Park, VP Consumer Products, Sandisk.

Park said conventional storage products were not designed for this type of constant use.

"Conventional storage wasn't built for the demands of continuous recording in harsh environments, so we developed the SANDISK Guardian Series to deliver more reliable, around-the-clock performance. Engineered for endurance and trusted capture, it helps support reliable local recording of critical footage, providing greater peace of mind in today's connected world," Park said.

Local Storage

The emphasis on local recording is notable as more consumer camera systems combine onboard storage with cloud-based services. For some users, a local memory card remains a practical way to retain footage when internet connectivity is interrupted or when ongoing subscription costs are a concern.

Dash cams and home security cameras have become a larger category within consumer electronics as households seek recorded evidence of incidents and drivers use onboard cameras for insurance and road safety purposes. This has increased demand for storage that can handle uninterrupted capture over long periods.

Sandisk said the Dash Cam Card is engineered to withstand heat and humidity during long drives. The Security Cam Card is designed to continue operating in year-round outdoor environments, where exposure to temperature variation and the elements can affect storage media.

Sandisk describes the Guardian Series as a dedicated portfolio for devices that must keep recording for extended periods. By separating the range into products for road use and home surveillance, the company is targeting two consumer categories that share similar storage needs but operate in different conditions.

The Guardian Series is available in Australia from JB Hi-Fi in capacities from 32GB to 512GB, with prices starting at AUD $59.00.