memory card reader suddenly slow

[ncdiver57]

I have a 2008 mac pro and my usb card reader is suddenly slow. what would cause this.

 

[Apple fanboy]

I have a 2008 mac pro and my usb card reader is suddenly slow. what would cause this.

Have you tried it on more than one card?
Any chance some dirt got in there so it's not making a good contact?
Try putting the files into a different program to rule out software issues with that App.