Got a knack for all things rugged, rubberized and orange? Then you’re undoubtedly familiar with LaCie’s robust line of drives , which the firm’s been pandering to abusive storage lovers since 2008 . Joining the family today are 500GB, 1TB, and (next month) 1.5TB miniaturized versions of Neil Poulton ‘s shock, drop, and rain-resistant baby. They also tote USB 3.0, making them perfect candidates for speedy transfers while you’re being hunted by some rare and soon-to-be extinct Amazonian jungle cat. Sound like your kind of shindig? PR and a video await you after the break. Continue reading LaCie’s Rugged Mini is rugged, also mini (video) LaCie’s Rugged Mini is rugged, also mini (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink