SanDisk Sansa e250 2 GB MP3 Player with microSD Expansion Slot (Black)

Product Description

The Sansa e200 Series MP3 players are the created by the leaders in flash memory and provides everything you need for music, photo, and video clip playback. The very attractive, sleek design includes a 1.8 TFT color screen with advanced navigational features and an easy to use interface. You can also avoid scratches and cracks with the durable Liquidmetal backing. This Sansa e250 provides superior sound playback and supports Microsoft PlaysForSure subscription music. The SanDisk Media Converter supports most image formats to enjoy photos and small personal videos. The Sansa e250 provides a microSD card slot for content portability. Up to 20 hours of battery life (based on continuous, standard playback of 128Kb MP3 files) microSD Expansion Slot - for additional Storage space Digital FM Tuner - with on-the-fly FM recording Voice Recording Minimum System Requirements - Windows XP Windows Media Player 10+ Intel Pentium class PC or higher CD-ROM Drive USB 2.0 Port 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3 in Consumer Electronics
• Size: 2 GB
• Color: Black
• Brand: SanDisk
• Model: SDMX4-2048-A70
• Format: CD
• Dimensions: .50" h x 3.50" w x 1.70" l, .16 pounds
• Hard Disk: 2GB

Features

• Sleek, ultra-thin digital audio/image/video player with 2 GB of flash memory
• Compatible with MP3, WMA, and WMA-DRM10 music files (PlaysForSure)
• FM tuner with record capability and voice recorder; bright 1.8-inch color TFT LCD
• Convert most popular video formats (MPEG-4, WMV) to play on device
• User-replaceable rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to 20 hours of life

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
You can take it with you. Keep your media in your pocket with the SanDisk Sansa e250 flash memory digital audio/video player with 2 GB of storage. This sleek, light device enables you to enjoy music, video, and photo slideshows on-the-go. Features include MP3 and WMA playback, Microsoft PlaysForSure support, FM tuner (with recording ability), voice recorder, and a bright 1.8" TFT color screen.

Sansa e200 series players mix great design and durability with an excellent user interface. View the e200 Series Demo.

Choose a Sansa e200-series player with the capacity that's right for you.

Form is Function
The Sansa e250 has a sleek, thin design with a large 1.8" TFT color screen for easy viewing. The strong alloy metal casing means the device is durable and scratch resistant. On the front, easy to use, backlit controls let you access what you want quickly and intuitively. The player also includes a microSD slot for expanding your memory capacity, and supports SanDisk TrustedFlash and gruvi content cards, which can be shared with mobile phones. The user-replaceable lithium-ion battery provides up to 20 hours of enjoyment.

MP3 Player
The Sansa e250 will play MP3, WMA, and secure WMA formats. Other formats can be converted using the Sansa Media Converter (included). The e250 also uses PlaysForSure technology. Look for the PlaysForSure logo if you want to make sure the digital music and video you purchase will play back on it every time. Match the PlaysForSure logo on a large selection of leading devices and online music stores. If you see the logo, you'll know your digital music will play for sure. Choose from a large number of digital music and video stores, including MTV's Urge, Rhapsody, Yahoo!, MSN Music, MusicMatch, MusicNow, Napster, Wal-Mart Music Downloads, and many more.

Video Player
View your favorite video clips anywhere, anytime. Use the included SanDisk Media Converter software to convert most popular video formats (such as MPEG-4, WMV, or DivX) into the MJPEG format playable on the e250.

Photo Viewer
Share slideshows of your favorite photos with your friends. SanDisk Media Converter also supports most image formats, allowing you to convert and downsize your images for display on the e250.

On-Board FM Radio
The e250 includes a digital FM tuner for listening to your favorite radio stations. Keep those favorites readily available by adding them to your presets. You can also record live radio on-the-fly for future listening.

Voice Recording
Have a thought you need to get down before it evades you? Use the built-in microphone to record voice memos. Capture interviews, classes, short notes to yourself, or anything else you might feel inspired to record.

Choose the Capacity for Your Needs
The Sansa e200 series is available in capacities of 2, 4, 6, or 8 GB. Each model contains a the microSD expansion slot, meaning you won't be limited to internal memory capacity.

What's in the Box
Sansa e250 digital audio player, travel pouch and lanyard, stereo headphones, lithium ion rechargeable battery, USB cable, and quick start guide.

Customer Reviews

Great Product.
I love this MP3 player, it holds all of my songs, and has a memory slot so if I run out of room on the hard drive I can purchase a memory card as large as I want. This is the only player I will every need and it was so much cheaper than most mp3's or ipods. I don't really know why anyone would pay such a high price for something when this MP3 works as well as anything on the market. The battery life holds up great and last a long time. The only draw back is that you have to charge it from your pc. Great product, would recommend it to anyone!

decent product no so decent customer service by Sansa
I emailed the receipt for my Sansa e250 that was purchased in
December of 2007. The item has a one year warranty. To date, no one has
responded to my email despite being told that I would be contacted
within 24 to 48 hours.

This is the second time that I have encountered customer
service/warranty issues with Sandisk. At this point in time I am led to
believe that Sandisk has a habit of promising a warranty return and then
"dropping the ball" ostensibly to have a consumer to just go away.

At first I was content to just blog my experience with all of Sandisk's
responses because the first time this happened I attributed it to human
error. This time, I received a canned response to my inquiry and the
support issue was closed. I opened a new inquiry which has now also been
closed even though I emailed the receipt from Amazon.com for the e250
(we bought two at that time) and have not received any response to my email.

I am forced to conclude that Sandisk is content with selling devices,
providing semi-responsive customer service and then ignoring its
customers all while blaming the delays on the hand off between support
and RMA divisions.

Within my household we own four Sansa e250 devices, one c100 device and
a MicroSD expansion card. While I enjoy my Sansa e250 when it's working,
I no longer feel as if I can recommend it to my friends, colleagues or
to the readers of my blog due to this failing on the part of Sandisk.

VERY BUGGY!
When mine works, I really like it but most of the time I get random "Bad Track" messages and songs that don't work. And once in a while, I'll finish a listening session and all my songs are fine. Then I turn the device on later that day to listen to more music but most or all of my songs say "Unknown" for the title. I cannot figure out what causes the device to do this but I do know that it causes me to get pissed. Good luck getting video on it because I can't get mine to take ANY video. But in the devices favor, it has a nice bright screen, easy user interface, and good battery life. I just wish it wasn't so buggy so I could listen to music easily! Don't listen to people who say it's not loud enough because that all depends on your earbuds/headphones. I have some Philips earbuds that are so loud, I can only turn the volume up to one. But overall, just don't buy this, get a Creative or something.

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Kensington K33396US Battery Pack and Charger for iPhone and iPod

Product Description

The Kensington Battery Pack and Charger for iPhone and iPod provide a go-anywhere, backup battery pack so the music and videos can keep playing.

Product Details

• Color: Black
• Brand: Kensington
• Model: K33396US
• Dimensions: 3.98" h x 3.94" w x 2.17" l, 2.20 pounds

Features

• Rechargeable battery pack extends playing time up to 100 hours of music, or 21 hours of video or 6 hours of talk
• AC power adapter with USB allows you to recharge your battery pack
• Includes dock connector to power and charge your iPhone and iPod
• Mini USB cable included to power and charge other mobile devices such as cell phones, PDAs, and more
• Works with iPhone and current iPod models, including iPod with video, and iPod nano

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Customer Reviews

Solves all my Power issues
My life just got better when I bought this battery pack.

I travel quite a bit, and have all the adapters and inverters and other power tools most businessmen have, but this little unit gives me exactly what I need for 2-3 day trips.

I can't tell you how many times I've wanted to throw my iPhone against the wall because the power was gone and I needed to make a call. Or how many times my iPod Video died on me mid-show.

I keep this battery pack in my laptop case, and i have immediate power anywhere & anytime. my iphone fully charges off this thing. My ipod fully charges. It's perfect.

I may get a second unit to keep in my car...maybe the mini version instead.

I highly recommend this to anybody how has had their iPhone or iPod die on them (which I'm sure is everybody!).

Best accessory for my iPhone!
This has been the best accessory that I've bought for my iPhone so far.

I took it on a short business trip to Europe. Not only was I able to use it to recharge my iPhone from ZERO to FULL on the plane and train (ie. Eurostar), but my husband discovered the included mini usb cable can recharge his BlackBerry as well. So we are able to share this one device for several of ours.

On top of that, the package included an iPhone sync cable. You can never have enough of these!

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Onkyo TX-SR606 7.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver - Black

Product Description

The Onkyo TX-SR606 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver provides high-definition video and audio processing for four source components. Onkyo's RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) gives you inter-operability with the displays and playback components from other leading brands. With an expanded version of Audyssey's room correction technology, the TX-SR606 maintains the fullness of surround sound audio quality at low volume levels. With the latest HDMI version and advanced A/V processing capabilities, the TX-SR606 is a powerful control center for all high-definition media, including Blu-ray Disc and HD broadcasts. The TX-SR606 has Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio to enable a lossless, bit-for-bit soundtrack that is identical to that of the studio master. Both codecs are designed for the Blu-ray Disc format. Dolby Digital Plus has been designed for high-definition video delivered via disc media, broadcasts and online content. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, meanwhile, offers a greater bit rate, a higher sampling rate, and more channels than the core DTS technology. The TX-SR606's HDMI inputs can receive pristine digital video from HDMI-enabled components for a single-cable output to a display device with an HDMI or DVI connection. Advanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip Tone Control (Bass/Treble) for Front L/R Channels Color-Coded 7.1-Multichannel Inputs RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) for System Control HDTV-Capable HDMI Switching Deinterlacer with Faroudja DCDi Edge (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) Technology Audyssey 2EQ to Correct Room Acoustic Problems and to Calibrate Speakers A/V Synchronization Function (Up to 100 ms in 10 ms Steps) Audyssey Dynamic EQ for Loudness Correction SIRIUS Satellite Radio Through optional SiriusConnect Home Tuner Kit Compatible with RI (Remote Interactive) Dock for the iPod Dimensions - Width 17 1/8 x Height 6 7/8 x Depth 14 3/4 (435x174.3x374.7mm) We

Product Details

• Color: Black
• Brand: Onkyo
• Model: TXSR606B
• Dimensions: 6.88" h x 17.13" w x 14.75" l, 24.90 pounds

Features

• 90 Watts per Channel Minimum into 8 Ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08%, FTC (2 Channels Driven
• HDMI 1.3a* Audio and Video Processing (1080p; 4 Inputs and 1 Output) *supports Deep Color
• HDMI Video Upscaling (to 1080i)
• Audyssey 2EQ to Correct Room Acoustic Problems and to Calibrate Speakers
• Powered Zone 2 and Zone 2 Line-Out for Playback in Another Room (Separate Source)

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
As part of the second generation of Onkyo high-definition-capable receivers, the TX-SR606 is at the forefront of affordable home theater.The key is to have the most capable version of HDMI.The TX-SR606 provides high-definition video and audio processing for four source components--another first for Onkyo at this level. From Blu-ray Disc players to gaming consoles and cable/satellite boxes, you have everything in the digital realm covered.Apart from 1080p video, the TX-SR606 can upscale all video signals to 1080i, regardless of the connection, for output via HDMI. Onkyo's own RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) also gives you inter-operability with the displays and playback components from other leading brands.And with an expanded version of Audyssey's room correction technology, the TX-SR606 maintains the fullness of surround sound audio quality at low volume levels.The TX-SR606 offers all-round excellence rarely seen at this level.

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Processing 1080p Video and High-Def Surround Sound via HDMI 1.3a

With the latest HDMI version and advanced A/V processing capabilities, the TX-SR606 is a powerful control center for all highdefinition media, including Blu-ray Disc and HD broadcasts.You can connect up to four components via HDMI to receive and switch compatible sources for a pure digital connection to an HDTV.Also, all multichannel audio--from bit-for-bit streams to standard Dolby Digital--can be digitally transported via HDMI for processing by the TX-SR606.This version of HDMI enables CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), greater bandwidth to deal with higher resolutions, 36-bit Deep Color, and high frame rates.

HDMI Video Upscaling to 1080i and Faroudja DCDi Edge (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) Technology

The TX-SR606's HDMI inputs can receive pristine digital video from HDMI-enabled components for a single-cable output to a display device with an HDMI or DVI connection. 1080p video is processed as it is, but all other signals can be upscaled to 1080i via HDMI. Upscaling takes the video resolution to pure HD quality, and it better matches the native resolution of today's high-definition displays.To further improve performance on high-definition displays, the TX-SR606 features a deinterlacing chip with Faroudja DCDi Edge technology, which effectively eliminates video artifacts.

The Full Range of Next-Generation, High-Definition Surround-Sound Codecs

The TX-SR606 has the decoding technologies--Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio--to enable a lossless, bit-for-bit soundtrack that is identical to that of the studio master. Both codecs are designed for the Blu-ray Disc format.The receiver also handles two "lossy" technologies: Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio. Dolby Digital Plus has been designed for high-definition video delivered via disc media, broadcasts and online content. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, meanwhile, offers a greater bit rate, a higher sampling rate, and more channels than the core DTS technology.

The included remote can function as a universal remote for many HDTVS and movie players

RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) for System Control

Courtesy of HDMI 1.3a, the TX-SR606 offers integrated system control with selected HDMI-compatible high-definition displays, DVD and harddisk recorders, and Blu-ray Disc players.With one remote control, you can control several functions, including Standby,Volume Command and Direct Change. RIHD lets you seamlessly integrate the TX-SR606 with other leading brand-name devices, including those in the Panasonic VIERA Link, Toshiba CE-Link, Sharp AQUOS Link, and Samsung Anynet+ ranges.

Correcting Room Distortion and Loudness with Audyssey 2EQ and Audyssey Dynamic EQ

The TX-SR606 uses Audyssey 2EQ to counter distortion created by walls, furniture, and other objects. This technology detects speaker distance, and then sets levels, delays, and crossovers, while also measuring room acoustics. Compared to one-position room correction systems, Audyssey 2EQ covers a much wider listening area. Moreover, it corrects problems in both frequency response and time domain (where most of the problems lie) across the entire listening area.The results are immediately obvious--a clear, well-balanced and natural sound.

After 2EQ calibration, Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality at lower volumes. The professionals who create music and movies do so at reference levels much louder than typical home listening levels.When volume is reduced on a standard home theater receiver, the bass disappears, voices change, and the surround soundstage becomes less enveloping. As volume is adjusted on the TX-SR606, however, Dynamic EQ selects the best possible frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment, resulting in an ideal listening experience at any volume level.

Bi-Amping Capability for High-Impact Movies and Music

The TX-SR606's surround back speaker channels enhance the ambience and sound effects of movies. They can also be used with the front left and right channels to provide two separate amplification channels for compatible bi-amping speakers (i.e. those with two sets of input terminals). In effect, two separate channels drive the woofer and tweeter of each front speaker. This improves sound quality by maximizing power to the low-/mid- and high-range frequencies, respectively. It also gives you a more powerful, dynamic soundfield for two-channel music and movie sound effects.

SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programming via SiriusConnect Home Tuner Kit*

By using the port on the TX-SR606's rear, it's possible to access SIRIUS Satellite Radio. SIRIUS brings access to over 130 digital-quality channels, including 69 channels of 100% commercial-free music, plus exclusive channels of sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic, weather, and data.The TX-SR606 has a SIRIUS jack on its rear that connects to an optional SiriusConnect home tuner kit.

*SIRIUS requires separate purchase of subscription, compatible tuner and antenna.

Music Optimizer to Support Compressed Digital Music Files

While MP3 or AAC files may sound fine on a portable digital player, the limitations of these compressed files can be exposed when played back through a home entertainment system. Onkyo has designed onboard Music Optimizer technology to improve the quality of compressed audio signals. Compressed music loses a substantial amount of bit information at higher frequencies, so the Music Optimizer technology works to overcome this limitation and enhance audio quality.

Customer Reviews

this is one HOT receiver!
i almost bought the tx-sr605, but i heard about the "new" 2008 model coming in, so i waited a few weeks for this one, and i have to say i'm VERY satisfied! i'll be honest in that i haven't used it to its full capabilities, but everything i have tried works great. the only minor complaint is probably similar to a lot of other people - this unit gets HOT! it gets so hot that the temperature in my entire bedroom rises about 5-10 degrees if i play PS3 for a couple hours. (fyi - i have this receiver hooked up to a sony 40" lcd, ps3, and comcast cable box w/ hd.) except for that minor issue, everything is fantastic and i'd highly recommend to anyone who's thinking of purchasing one.

Onkyo TX-SR 606 Great Buy
The Onkyo TX-SR 606 is great. It runs my home theater system as well as I suspected it would. It has plenty of HDMI inputs (4) and seamlessly runs my Pioneer PDP 5010 and NHT speakers. It upconverts standard DVD's to 1080i, and the clarity is great. The upconversion is so good it has delayed my buying a Bluray Player.

step up from the SR605
The replacement product for the SR605. Now comes with 4 HDMI ports, superior upscaling capabilities, with a sturdier build and a more expensive looking finish.

A definite thumbs up, well worth the $!

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Canon CLI-8 4-Color Multipack Ink Tanks

Product Description

Canon has poured all the Know How of its extraordinary history of developing innovative office machines into each of its copiers, printers, and networked office systems. The same superiority of design and manufacture goes into all of the Canon-branded consumable imaging supplies and parts for this equipment. Naturally, no one makes better parts and supplies for Canon products than Canon. Using genuine Canon parts and supplies is your best insurance against equipment damage, and possibly voiding your equipment warranty.

Product Details

• Brand: Canon
• Model: 8
• Dimensions: 4.00" h x 2.90" w x 2.90" l, 2.30 pounds

Features

• Multipack contains most popular color ink cartridges
• Package includes one cartridge each of black, cyan, magenta, and yellow ink tanks
• Long-lasting Chromalife ink for bright and vivid results
• Resistant to fading and smudges
• Yields up to 280 pages per cartridge, based on 5% coverage

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
The CLI-8 from Canon is a pack of four high-capacity color ink cartridges that use long-lasting Chromalife ink for bright and vivid results. Compatible with Pixma models iP4200, iP5200, iP5200R, iP6600D, MP500, MP800, and MP950, each of these four ink cartridges yields up to 280 pages, based on five percent coverage. The ink is also resistant to fading and smudges, so everything you print is sharp and clear.

What's in the Box
One cartridge each of black, cyan, magenta, and yellow ink tanks.

Customer Reviews

$8 a cartridge is a new low price!
This is a GREAT PRICE! It almost looks like a mistake. For the past couple years, this has been $44 on Amazon, now its $32--$14 dollar cartridges for $8...WOW...I hope this price stays. Locally with tax, these are $17 individually.

Cannot use the black in my printer
I bought this elsewhere for more money and was dismayed to learn that the black one doesen't fit my mx700 printer. Soooo I had to order a seperate black #5 cartridge. Since the I learned that Canon has a 3-pack without the black. Hope this helps someone.

Canon Ink Cartridge.
Easy to use. Too bad they are not recyclable.
Ken Irons

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Logitech G9 Laser Mouse

Product Description

Customize your mouse to meet your performance and comfort needs.

Performance

Interchangeable Grips: Use the included Wide Load and Precision grips to get a fit and feel that?s best for your playing style. The satin texture and fuller shape of Wide

Load add extra comfort while the DryGrip technology plus compact shape of the Precision grip give you unmatched fingertip control. 3200 dpi laser engine with Full-Speed USB: Get uncompromising speed and accuracy from a high-performance Gaming-Grade laser engine-plus instant cursor response with Full-Speed USB (up to 1000 reports/second).

Game settings to go: Take your personal mouse preferences with you. The G9 saves mouse settings in onboard memory-store up to 5 profiles (including keyboard macros, dpi settings, and LED color) on the mouse and play your way-without additional software installation-on other PCs.

Control

MicroGear Precision Scroll Wheel: Use Logitech?s exclusive MicroGear scrolling technology for precise, click-to-click scrolling-perfect for quick weapon selection. Or switch modes for frictionless, hyper-fast scrolling.

Adjustable sensitivity: Shift from pixel-precise targeting to lightning-fast maneuvers without pausing the action. The G9 gives you instant access to multiple sensitivity levels between 200 and 3200 dpi, without driver installation.

Weight tuning system: Prefer a heavier or lighter mouse? Use the weight cartridge and up to 28 grams of metal weights to customize your G9 for just the right feel.

Polytetrafluoroethylene feet: Super-slick feet glide effortlessly across almost any surface.

Comfort and Convenience

Custom-color LEDs: A color LED display indicates the current sensitivity level and profile settings. Personalize the color LED display by choosing from hundreds of colors.

More grip styles: Swap out your grip for a new look and feel. In addition to the provided Wide Load and Precision grips, other grip styles are available for

Product Details

• Color: Black
• Brand: Logitech
• Model: 910-000173
• Dimensions: 8.66" h x 8.11" w x 2.99" l, 4.00 pounds

Features

• Interchangeable grips
• Ultra gaming-grade precision
• Plug-and-play performance
• Weight tuning system
• Custom-color LED display

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer

Tune for the way you play.

The G9 Laser Mouse is built with advanced customization technology so you can tune your mouse for your playing style. It comes with two interchangeable grips from which to choose for your preferred comfort. A 3200 dpi full-speed USB laser engine with adjustable dpi, as well as onboard memory that stores up to 5 mouse setting profiles, give you the most advanced performance. For more control, the G9’s weight tuning system allows you to add up to 28 grams of additional weight, while the exclusive MicroGear™ Scroll Wheel lets you switch between modes -- click-to-click and hyper-fast scrolling. Finally, custom-color LEDs let you customize the G9 look for a mouse that’s all your own.

Features

Interchangeable Grips The G9 comes with Wide Load and Precision grips to get a fit and feel that’s best for the way you play. Wide Load's soft satin feel and fuller shape offer extra comfort. Precision Grip's DryGrip technology plus compact shape give the utmost in fingertip control.		Ultra Gaming-Grade Precision Get uncompromised speed and accuracy from a high-performance Gaming-Grade Laser Engine (adjustable 200 dpi - 3200 dpi) and Full-Speed USB (up to 1000 reports/second).		Plug-and-Play Performance The G9 performs wherever you go, even without software. Keep up to 5 mouse setting profiles (including keyboard macros, dpi settings, and LED color) stored directly in on-board memory.
Weight Tuning System Prefer a heavier or lighter mouse? Use the weight cartridge and up to 28 grams of metal weights to customize your G9 for a personalized feel.		Custom-Color LED Display The G9's LED display lights up to show your mouse dpi and profile settings. Choose the color of your LEDs from hundreds of options on a broad color spectrum.		MicroGear™ Precision Scroll Wheel Logitech's exclusive MicroGear™ Scroll Wheel's precise click-to-click scrolling is perfect for weapon selection. Or switch modes for frictionless Hyper-Fast scrolling.

System Requirements

• Windows® XP, Windows Vista™
• USB port

Technical Specifications

Tracking

• Resolution: 200–3200 dpi (user-selectable)
• Image processing: 6.4 megapixels/second
• Maximum acceleration: 20 G
• Maximum speed: 45–65 inches/second (depending on surface)

Responsiveness

• USB data format: 16 bits/axis
• USB report rate: Up to 1000 reports/second
• Sleep mode: Disabled

Glide

• Dynamic coefficient of friction (k): .09**
• Static coefficient of friction (s): .14**
• Tuning weight: Up to 28 grams

Durability

• Mouse buttons (left/right): 8 million clicks
• Mouse feet: 250 kilometers

Package Contents

• Logitech® G9 Laser Mouse
• Two custom grips (Wide Load and Precision)
• Adjustable weight cartridge
• Tuning weights and case
• User guide
• 3-year limited warranty

Customer Reviews

Ouch
I recently upgraded my failing MX510 mouse. After reading so many positive reviews I decided to try the G9. The features and setup program are all fantastic. The mouse is great and very responsive. I loved the mouse untill I actually had to use it for more than a couple minutes and got even worse when I tried to game with it. This mouse is just to unergonomic. My wrist would get fatigued fast and start hurting after a short time. I tried for several days but it never got better and I never got used to it. I returned the G9 and got the G5 which uses the classic tried and true Logitech mouse shape and am not disappointed. It is a great mouse and I have no more pain in my wrist.

You will love it trust me
I orignally got the mx518 for christmas. I saw this and thought that looks like a big dumb box and very uncomfortable. well turns out one of my friends had got one for christmas and i tried his out. it was nice but he didnt have things the way i would have liked them. so i sort of dismissed it but then in the back of my mind i thought about it. and one night i saw it for about $50 with $5 shipping so i jumped on it. Best mouse i have ever used and thats including all the other logitech g series and mx518, diamondback, lachiess, and copperhead razor. It has so much customizability you can make it feel perfect. i myself like all the weights and the small drytech grip. coming from the mx518 shaped mouse it can feel weird and uncomfortable at first but you get used to it fast and it becomes actually quite comfortable. i game for hours at a time about 4 to 9 hours a day and i never get hand cramps or discomfort in my hand.

Great Mouse
This is a wonderful mouse. Highly recommended. Some find it not responsive enough for FPS gaming, but it has done well for me in CounterStrike, Call of Duty, and Unreal Tournament. It also has been great for graphical editing.

I do, however, have to say that there is nothing ground-shattering about this mouse. It works very well, is very reliable, is very comfortable, and is highly configurable--but still, it's a mouse. Don't break your bank on it. If it goes on sale or you like the cool look, go for it. Otherwise, you can afford to wait for a sale.

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Brother PT-80 P-touch Electronic Labeling System

Product Description

With the PT-80, you can create labels for any application. Select from the many frames, character sizes and styles to design beautiful custom labels. In addition, the variety of tape cartridges available allows you to print labels with different widths and exciting colors.

Product Details

• Color: Navy blue
• Brand: Brother
• Model: PT-80
• Released on: 2006-04-24
• Format: CD
• Dimensions: 2.00" h x 4.00" w x 7.00" l, 2.00 pounds

Features

• Affordable, handheld personal labeling system ideal for home or small office use
• One-touch button adds time and date to your label
• Select from 71 symbols to creatively display information on the label; also includes five auto formats and five framing options
• Dimensions: 6.8 x 2.3 x 4.0 inches (WxHxD); weighs .06 pounds
• Personal labeling unit comes with one-year limited warranty

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
The Brother PT-80 Personal Labeler is an affordable, handheld personal labeling system that can print a wide variety of tape colors and styles. Everyone can use a little help getting organized, and this compact, easy-to-use device makes it a breeze. It's perfect for homes, home offices, and small offices and particularly helpful for crafts, school projects, financial management, and all sorts of kid activities. You'll come up with hundreds of uses for this label maker. From tidying up your closet to making scrapbooks, the PT-80 can help keep your household -- and your life -- running smoothly.

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Special Features
The PT-80 easily prints labels in six type sizes, nine type styles and one font for all different labeling needs -- all you have to do is type in your text and print. It's that easy! To make things even more precise, at the touch of a button you can also add the time and date to your label. This feature is especially helpful for labeling perishable food, financial records, smoke alarm batteries, and spice racks. With the PT-80, you can print non-laminated labels that are 0.375 and 0.5 inches wide.

Personalize Your Labels
It's fun to personalize your labels. The PT-80 gives you the option of selecting from 71 symbols to creatively display information on the label, and also includes five auto formats and five framing options. In addition, you can take advantage of nine different types of styles, including italic, bold, and vertical. Along with its easy-to-view, 12-character LCD display and easy-to-use typewriter style keyboard, the PT-80 features raised keys for more accurate input. It also prints one to two lines of crisp text, and can add text framing and underlining.

Print Speed, Resolution, and Tape Size
The PT-80 is designed to offer you the very best label-making technology available in a compact, personal-use unit. The print speed is 7.5 mm/second, while the resolution is 230 dpi. You won't have to wait long for your labels to print out and when they do, the eye-catching sharpness of the text will stand out. The tape measures 26.2 feet, which means it won't require constant re-supplying. You can also print up to nine copies at one time.

The PT-80 comes with a one year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
PT-80 label printer, 1/2-inch black on white tape, and user's guide.

Customer Reviews

Perfect Little Labeler
I dont use this Labeler for anything too sophisticated, If all you need is something labeled, short, simple, to the point this will do it. I use it to label various small items with my name, and to label little drawer organizers, and file labels. There are some symbols I wish it had that it doesnt, but they are pretty uncommon anyway and nothing a little abbreviating cant solve. It might do some extra stuff, I dont know but ive had it for quite awhile now and it is great, its very durable, the labels are easy to find, and if you ask me, the price is very reasonable (on amazon.com.

Good basic labeller
I found it to be very simple to use and it creates nice-looking labels. The only downside is that it does seem to go through batteries fairly quickly, but I use rechargeable batteries so it's not too bad.

Battery Issue
I see now that other people have had this same issue. $29 is a good price until you have to figure in $5 every other month for batteries. I use the PT-80 to make 5-10 labels a month and I continue to get the battery message. The PT-80 actually stops printing and feeding even though the measured voltage on the 1.5vdc batteries is 1.52-1.54vdc. Brand new batteries, they measure 1.59vdc, still get the battery message after printing 5 tapes.

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Sony Cybershot DSCW120/B 7.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom with Super Steady Shot (Black)

Product Description

7.2-megapixel effective recording * 4X optical zoom (2X digital/8X total zoom) * 2-1/2" color LCD * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 32-128mm * top JPEG resolution: 3072 x 2304 * Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization * high sensitivity mode (ISO 3200) for low-light shooting without flash *

Product Details

• Color: Black
• Brand: Sony
• Model: DSCW120/B
• Released on: 2008-03-21
• Dimensions: 3.00 pounds
• Memory: 15MB
• Display size: 2.5
• Included Software: Yes

Features

• 7.2-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• Carl Zeiss 4x optical zoom lens; Dynamic Range Optimization
• Face Detection; Smart Zoom feature
• HDTV compatibility; HD slide show with music
• 15 MB internal memory; capture images to Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo media

Editorial Reviews

Manufacturer Description

Capture smiles as they happen. The 7.2-megapixel Cyber-shot W120 features innovative Smile Shutter technology which photographs smiles as they happen. Built to impress, this model boasts a Carl Zeiss 4x optical zoom lens for high quality close-ups and Sony's Double Anti-Blur solution for crisp, clear images. For speedy recovery, the BIONZ image processor gets you ready for the next shot. In addition, it has Face Detection technology that detects up to eight faces and optimizes focus, exposure, and color for accurate, natural photos of family and friends.

7.2-megapixel Super HAD CCD More megapixels give you more detail and definition when you make big prints or crop in tight on your subject. The advanced Sony Super HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise.

Carl Zeiss 4x optical zoom lens 4x optical zoom brings distant subjects closer to help you capture sharp, detailed long shots and quickly frame images for better composition -- great for family sports, outdoor fun, and travel photos.

2.5-inch TFT LCD display The large, bright 2.5-inch TFT LCD (115K) display makes it easy to compose shots, check results, and read menus in sharp natural color, even in bright sunlight.

Face Detection Face Detection technology automatically controls flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help reveal faces in shadows, make skin tones look more natural, reduce red-eye, and eliminate harsh facial glare. Now with adult or child priority so you can determine who the focal point should be.

Smile Shutter captures beautiful smiles for a lifetime.

Smile Shutter mode Smile Shutter technology captures smiles the moment they happen - without the need to press the shutter. The mode can be set to capture when your subject laughs, smiles or even grins, and like Face Detection is able to differentiate children and adults to set priority.

Sony Double Anti-Blur Solution The combination of Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization and high ISO sensitivity helps compensate for shaky hands, minimizes blur, and allow flash-free shooting to preserve the mood.

Super SteadyShot in action.

Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization Compensates for shaky hands and minimizes blur with a built-in gyro sensor that detects camera movement and sends correcting signals to a stabilization lens -- so there's no need to crop in on your shot to reduce blur.

High Sensitivity (ISO 3200) mode With high sensitivity of ISO 3200, you can shoot effectively in low light without flash to preserve the mood, while the Sony Clear RAW Noise Reduction system helps suppress the color noise that can degrade low-light shots.

Dynamic Range Optimization standard Powered by the exclusive Sony Bionz high-speed processing engine, Dynamic Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights and reveals more detail in shadows or backlit areas -- for great results even in difficult lighting conditions.

Convenient Photo modes To adjust quickly for specific shooting situations, you can choose from several convenient photo modes, including Auto, Program Auto, and Scene Selections such as Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Fireworks, Smile Shutter, Landscape, Soft Snap, Snow, High Sensitivity, and Beach environments.

MPEG Movie VX Fine mode Capture VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at a high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second). The maximum length of time you can shoot continuously is about 10 minutes.

Automatic Macro shooting Standard Auto Focus now covers the macro focus range, eliminating the need to manually change focus modes for close-up photography. The Macro mode has not been eliminated, and enabling it accelerates Auto Focus when shooting at point-blank range.

9-point Auto Focus Because an off-center subject can make your shot more interesting, a 9-point auto focus measures auto-focus at 9 precision points instead of 5 -- giving you greater creative freedom to compose your image.

Smart Zoom feature The Sony Smart Zoom feature intelligently "crops into" the central portion of interest in your photo, helping avoid the image degradation of other digital zooms.

Burst mode You can fire off up to one hundred shots at Approx. 0.66 second intervals (at any resolution: VGA to full resolution mode) -- a great way to capture a child's first steps or a pet's best tricks.(Approx. 1.5fps (100 shots)).

Simple setup controls A quick press of the Home button opens your user-friendly graphical interface -- and you can select functions by simply moving a cursor vertically or horizontally to the appropriate icon. Function names and the on-screen Function Guide display make it easier to learn camera setup operations.

Easy Shooting mode A simplified camera environment especially attractive to beginners or digital camera users who want to keep things simple, Easy Shooting provides easy-to-read, on-screen instructions and limits the number of camera settings to help prevent misuse of the camera while still providing excellent results.

Function Guide This beginner-friendly function helps manage various functions and settings by displaying the description of chosen functions or settings on the LCD screen. The Function Guide can also be switched off.

Optical viewfinder In addition to the LCD display, a built-in optical viewfinder lets you compose your photos in traditional rangefinder camera style, and also helps save battery power by turning off your LCD display.

15 MB internal memory Even if you forget your flash memory card, you can get the shot because 15 MB internal memory lets you capture a limited number of shots with in-camera convenience, then easily transfer your shots to a PC or optional Memory Stick Duo media.

Memory Stick Duo media convenience A built-in slot accepts optional Memory Stick Duo Media or Memory Stick PRO Duo Media -- the compact, high-capacity storage media that make it easily to upload photos to your PC and are compatible with millions of devices worldwide.

Stamina Battery Power Provides extended battery life and shooting capacity when using a fully charged Lithium Ion battery-- enough to cover a long weekend or a whole vacation.

HDTV compatibility High-resolution images can be enjoyed in all their beauty simply by connecting the camera directly to a Sony BRAVIA HDTV or other compatible HDTV3 . This provides an excellent alternative to viewing photos as prints or on a computer monitor, and is ideal for users who want to share photos in the comfort of their living room. Optional HD solutions include a Cyber-shot cradle/charger with component cable output, or component cable directly to your HDTV.

PhotoTV HD PhotoTV HD compatibility allows the camera to be connected to a PhotoTV HD-capable Sony BRAVIA HDTV via the optional HD output adaptor, for highly detailed, high-definition color images displayed in unprecedented realism and full HD quality.

16:9 High-Resolution Mode In addition to the standard 2-megapixel size, the convenient 16:9 aspect ratio shooting mode for HDTV3 display can now be shot in 5-megapixels, making it possible to obtain beautiful, high-definition prints with the same aspect ratio as HDTV3.

Wide Zoom Display To use the entire image area of the compatible HDTV screens, Wide Zoom automatically expands standard 4:3 and 3:2 images to 16:9.

Photo Music PHOTOMUSIC combines images with music to produce fun and entertaining slide shows with the following five visual effects (Simple, Basic, Nostalgic, Active and Stylish). Additionally, the number of music tracks stored in the camera memory has been doubled from four to eight, and music playback time has been extended from three to five minutes per track. More personalized slide shows are also possible by transferring music from a PC to the camera.

Picture Motion Browser Software Supplied software makes it easier to upload, organize, and search photos on your PC. When shooting photos using your camera and an optional GPS unit, the software even provides a convenient map view function that lets you sort photos by location and display their origin on a world map.

BIONZ The BIONZ image processor delivers speed and precision for optimum picture quality under a variety of conditions.

What's in the Box

DSC-W120 digital camera, NP-BG1 rechargeable battery, BC-CSG battery charger, A/V and USB multi-connector cables, Wrist strap, Software CD-ROM

* Note: No Memory Stick Duo media or adaptors are included.

Customer Reviews

Shopped around; would buy it again; but be aware of minor issues
Just bought this new from a local retailer. Did a lot of research online comparing this model to some of Canon's compact cameras. I'm not a photography buff so I wanted something that was small and not necessarily the "best" but would still take nice pictures. I really like the features that it includes. The 4x zoom is greater than most at this price point, and even some more expensive cameras. Seems to have a lot of neat features, like the Smart Zoom (digital zoom without pixelation), multiple auto focus points, and ability to shoot 640x480 video. The face detection is pretty cool and seems to work really well. I thought about getting the DSC-W130 with its 8MP resolution and editing features, but figured that 8MP was more than I needed and I'd rather do my photo editing on the computer.
One or two "bugs" I'm aware of:
1. If you shoot using burst mode, you'll find that you can't turn the flash back on in any mode but Easy mode. You have to reset the camera back to factory defaults to shoot using the flash again. Even knowing this I would still buy the camera, but I'm hoping that enough people would alert Sony to this error to release a firmware update to fix it. Otherwise I would have given it five stars.
2. When you plug in the camera with the USB cable the lens may open, so be sure not to leave it face down when transferring data.

Great Camera
Got this just before a trip to Utah. Very compact, easy to use. A 4G memory stick holds about 1500 pictures. The OEM battery lasted a week and 600 pictures. Can't beat it. Also got one of those "gumby" mini tripods at Wal Mart for $10. It's about 8" long with flexible legs. Highly recommended as well.

Great product
I love this camera. It was very easy to understand the instructions and I like the quality of the pictures.

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Garmin Bean Bag Mount for GPS V (010-10195-00)

Product Description
If the words "no installation required" make you happy, this is the mount for you. Bean bag mount has a no-skid bottom and Velcro" strip on the top, so your unit sits securely on your dash, console, or other surface. Small attached flap stores extra batteries.

Product Details
Brand: Garmin
Model: 010-10195-00
Dimensions: 10.00" h x 14.00" w x 12.00" l, 1.00 pounds
Features
Restraint System for your GPS Product
Keeps Unit Secure
Mounts to Any Flat Surface & Fully Adjustable






Customer Reviews
GPS bean bag Review Part was not exactly as I had expected. It does not secure my GPS securely. I will probably have to obtain a different type of mounting to secure my GPS to the dash. The picture online seem to indicate support on two side of the unit, but was not the case.
Good to have Garmin Bean Bag Mount for GPS V (010-10195-00) This is not as sturdy or as easy to use as the windshield mount but it is easy to put up and down for short drives around town. This is important as with the rise of popularity of portable GPS systems they have become a favorite target of thieves. It is reported they look for not only the GPS itself but the tell-tale ring-smudge on the windshield. Then they break your window looking for the system somewhere in the inside of the car.
my second purchase!! If you have a C340, this works very well and you don't have to leave the bag in your vehicle. You can take the whole unit with you when you leave your car. Very pleased!!

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Sanyo eneloop Travel Power Pack Kit

Product Details

• Brand: Sanyo
• Model: SEC-N-TG6SET-US

Features

• Includes C and D spacers for more flexibility of use of AA, and case to store all components
• Ultra Compact Travel Worldwide Voltage Charger with individual cell over voltage protection safety system,foldaway AC plug
• LSD low self discharge rate maintains 85% of capacity after 1 year of storage
• Batteries can be charged up to 1000 times (including partially without experiencing memory effect
• Pre-charged and ready to use right out of the pack takes 4.4 times more shots than standard Alkaline batteries 514 vs 117

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
Why Sanyo eneloop?

Sanyo eneloop rechargeables can replace an entire kitchen drawer's worth of dry cell batteries

You already know the benefits of using conventional rechargeable batteries. But Sanyo eneloop batteries have advantages over other rechargeables that put them a step ahead.

Sanyo eneloop batteries are an excellent choice for your rechargeables because:

• They can be used right after purchase
• They consistenly yield high performance
• They have a long shelf life with no loss of energy
• They can be used everywhere
• They are environmental friendly

Self-Discharge: Why Conventional Rechargeables Don't Cut It

Conventional rechargeable batteries have numerous advantages that make them great to use for your portable electronics. But they also come with certain disadvantages. After purchase, rechargeable batteries have to be charged before they can be used. And once charged, rechargeable batteries lose the stored energy rather fast. The charging takes quite long and rapid chargers are expensive. Not only that, but continuous charging or frequent charge to "top off" the lost energy (without complete discharge) can destroy the battery.

All these negative attributes have one root-cause: self discharge. Self-discharge means that a charged battery slowly discharges itself without any equipment consuming any current. This is the reason for rechargeable batteries being sold in a discharged state. And this is the reason that keeping charged batteries for some time did not make any sense. When you needed them, the energy was gone. Sanyo eneloop batteries have an extremely low rate of self-discharge, which means they hold their stored energy for a very long time--charge your batteries once and put them in your kitchen drawer, and over a year from now you'll still be able to use them right away, without needing to charge them again.

Under the Hood: How eneloop Controls Self-Discharge

How can the self-discharge in the eneloop be so reduced? The self-discharge of Ni-MH batteries is caused by three main reasons:

• The chemical decomposition of the cathode
• The natural disaggregation of the anode
• Impurities of the anode

The chemical decomposition of the cathode has been reduced substantially by the use of a new hydrogen-absorbing superlattice alloy. As an additional benefit the superlattice alloy increases the electrical capacity of the battery and reduces the internal resistance, which allows higher discharge currents than conventional rechargeables. Also, the anode has been strengthened by the improvement of the electrolyte composition, which reduces the natural decomposition by increasing the oxygen over-voltage.

This gives eneloop batteries a number of advantages over traditional alkaline batteries, including up to four times more power when used in a digital camera, high performance even at low temperatures (down to 23 degrees F) during your winter vacation, and a vast cost savings in the long run. The eneloop advantages are even more glaring when compared to typical NiMH batteries: not only are they ready for use right out of the box, but they generally last longer than most NiMH batteries (continuous and frequent recharging can destroy other NiMH models) and save both time and money (traditional NiMH charging is slow when you're in a hurry, while rapid chargers are expensive). All told, you can recharge eneloop batteries up to 1,000 times without experiencing a "memory effect"--just charge the amount you need and you're set.

About This Power Pack Kit

This eneloop Power Pack Kit comes with lots of useful accessories to give you the most mileage from your Sanyo eneloop rechargeables. The Kit comes with four AA batteries and two AAA batteries, so you can get the power you need for all your portable electronics from the moment you first open the hard-shell case. It includes C and D spacers for more flexibility of use of AA--simply place your AA battery in a spacer and use it just like a C or D battery. The ultra-compact worldwide voltage charger lets you use your eneloops anywhere in the world, and offers an individual cell voltage protection safety system and foldaway AC plug. The included charger charges two AA batteries in four hours and two AAA batteries in two hours.

Customer Reviews

Long-lasting batteries
I purchased 3 of these to give as Christmas presents. Kept one for myself. Haven't used many of the batteries yet, but the first use didn't last all that long. Since recharging, they are holding on pretty well. I was on vacation when they gave out and fortunately my friend had a universal battery charger which worked on these. That's the charge they've kept so far. I would recommend, if taking this on a trip, charge first or take a charger with you, if its your first use of the batteries.

Simply amazing
NiMH batteries in general are very good, much better than alkaline as long as you use the proper charger.

Eneloop batteries are considerably better than any of the previous 3 NiMH brands I've used. After using these a few months I believe I am getting double the life I've had before in my camera and flashlight. In addition, I don't use the camera often but every time I use it the power is ready, and right where it left off a month before. I can't speak to the exact claims they make, I can only say that to me the difference is noticeable.

Camera savers...
I got a digital camera a few months ago and was on the verge of condemning it as useless because the batteries would die after as few as 5 pictures. It was rare to get 10 out of them! I had read that a good set of batteries would help, but I thought even twice the life would not do much good. I decided to try a set of these, mostly out of due diligence before putting the camera on some back shelf and trying to forget about how much money I wasted on it.

Well, all that has changed with these. Now the camera lasts at least 100 shots, if not 200-300. I never thought I would see this kind of improvement! Now the camera seems like a great purchase and I don't think I wasted a penny. If you have some electric gadget that eats batteries like there is no tomorrow, give these a try. Don't worry that the mAH rating isn't very high. The power of these batteries is that they keep a high voltage for most of the batter life, instead of dropping down linearly, as most do. So while others might go longer, the operating voltage might drop below what your device needs much quicker than the eneloops would.

I am very happy with these, and will buy more.

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Flip Video Mino Series Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)

Product Description

Mino is a camcorder that goes anywhere. Simply put it in your pocket! Then easily share your video on the web on MySpace, YouTube, and AOL.

Weighing in at just over three ounces, the remarkably slim yet powerful Flip Video Mino raises the bar for high-quality, portable, and easy-to-use video. Smaller than most cell phones, Mino fits neatly into a jeans pocket to capture life's stories whenever and wherever they happen ? at a party, a concert, the beach, even on a bike ride. The Mino also features Flip Video's built-in software that lets you simply plug the camcorder's signature flip-out USB arm into any computer for immediate editing and sharing. For the first time, the Flip Video software lets you easily upload video directly to MySpace as well as to YouTube and AOL Video, making it even easier to share video. In addition to quickly posting videos on sharing and social networking sites, they can email videos and video greeting cards; create custom movies with their own music; capture still photos from video; save and organize videos on the computer; and, for the first time, seamlessly order and send DVDs anywhere in the world. Custom editing of movie mixes, with the option to set them to your own music Capture of still photos from video Order DVDs online and have them shipped anywhere in the world TV connection for instant viewing (cable included) Tripod mountable Internal rechargeable battery delivers up to 4 hours of use between charges Unit Size is only 3.94 x 1.97 x 0.63 HWD

Product Details

• Color: Black
• Brand: PURE Digital
• Model: F360B

Features

• Pocket-sized camcorder; Flat back panel with touch-sensitive buttons; 1.5-inch color LCD screen
• 2 GB of on-board flash memory--records up to 60 minutes of video; 2x digital zoom
• Internal Lithium-ion battery recharges when built-in USB arm is connected to a computer
• Connects to TV for instant viewing
• Built-in software lets you easily edit video files and upload them to video sharing sites

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer

Introducing the Flip Video Mino
From the makers of the popular Flip Video Ultra comes the Mino, which puts the power of video in your pocket. The super-portable, super-simple Mino makes it easy to capture and share high-quality video anywhere and everywhere. And thanks to its flip-out USB arm and intuitive, built-in software, Mino lets you view, edit and upload your videos to popular video-sharing sites instantly. In addition to its sleek compact design--complete with touch-sensitive, backlit buttons--Mino boasts a rechargeable battery that powers up automatically while plugged into your computer or electrical outlet.

Flip Mino Highlights

All That Flip Video Goodness, Only Smaller
At 40% smaller than its already pocket-sized brother the Flip Ultra, the Flip Mino barely makes a dent in even the tightest of jeans. But small in size doesn't mean short on function; Mino's got all the Flip features--simple user-interface, one touch-recording, built-in USB, intuitive editing software, easy sharing functionality--that folks have come to know and love.

Sleek, Portable Design
The Flip Mino is the perfect combination of form and function. Its minimalist, retro front is the perfect complement to its high-tech modern back, with a large no-glare screen, touch-sensitive panel, and glowing backlit control buttons. All focused around Flip's signature red record button that lets you go from pocket to recording in seconds.

With a camcorder this small and sleek, there's no limit to where you can take it and what you'll end up shooting. From a short film to enter in your favorite festival to footage of a hot new band, the Mino makes it easy because it's always with you and always ready to go.

Mind-Boggling Quality
Despite its diminutive size, the Flip Mino produces video that rivals that of camcorders costing much, much more. With 2 GB of flash memory, the Mino can record up to 60 minutes of VGA (Video Graphics Array)-quality video that looks sharp when played back on your laptop or television (TV cable included). The high-quality microphone captures crisp, detailed audio, whether you're paddling down the Amazon, or rockin' out at your favorite club.

Revolutionary Built-in Software
Flip Video's revolutionary software is built into the camcorder, so there's no need for clunky 3rd party software or cables. Just plug the Mino into any PC or Mac via the flip-out USB arm and you'll be viewing, organizing, editing and sharing your videos effortlessly. Plus, Mino will let you upload videos directly to your AOL Video, MySpace and YouTube accounts in no time. If you just want to share your videos privately, one click of the "send via-email" button will send your clips on their way. Mino is ideal for video blogging and social networking.

In the Box:

• Camcorder (with built-in rechargeable battery)
• TV connector cable
• Wrist strap
• Soft carrying case
• Quick start guide

Technical Specifications:

• Video: Full VGA, 30 frames per second, MPEG4
• 1.5 inch color LCD screen to play back and delete videos
• Video quality comparable to more expensive camcorders
• 2x digital zoom
• TV out and connector cable for instant viewing on TV
• Connect to computer via innovative, flip out USB arm
• 2 GB built-in flash memory
• Built-in rechargeable battery (Lithium Ion), charges on both USB and fast AC charger

Customer Reviews

The iPod Nano of Video Recorders
Summary:
Love the convenience, form-factor, and results. The price is a bargain for this much capability.

Pros:
*Small enough to go everywhere you go.
*One thumb runs the whole thing.
*Lighted touch sensitive buttons guide you through steps.
*Very usable video quality.
*Drop dead simple Windows integration.
*Speaks native YouTube.
*Survives routine drops, coffee splashes, UPS crushers, and overstuffed computer bags.
*Lickable packaging with all the interconnect you need.
*Storage pouch doubles as lens cleaner.

Cons:
*More fingerprints than a crime scene.
*Mac installation not as slick as Windoze.
*Sound ease-of-use trumps quality (tech note: needs a better compressor/limiter).
*No SD slot (just like an iPod).

Video recorder, so easy to use
The Flip Mino is brilliantly simple. I've had a couple of camcorders which are big, complicated, fragile, and eventually break. The Mino is small, simple, sturdy with no moving parts. If you're looking for something easy to use to take high quality home videos, you've found it.

It recharges over the USB connector when you plug it into your Mac/PC. It seems to have way more charge than needed to take 60 minutes of video, so it might just end up being fully charged all the time (unlike my camcorders which were never ready to go). And I prefer the rechargeable over replaceable batteries that just end up in landfills.

The video quality of the compression software was also good, though the compressor itself took a long time. In all fairness, this is probably because I have an old slow G4 Mac -- time to upgrade. And you can easily grab the raw .avi files right off of the camera if you want to work with uncompressed files.

Easiest, slickest pocket video recorder
The easiest way to describe this is to call it the iPod of video cameras. It's got the same kind of slick, intuitive design that made the iPod such a success.

The user experience is so easy that even a child could do it: It arrived fully charged, so I just took it out of the box and pressed the red button to start recording. When I was done, I just plugged the USB connector at the top of the camera into my computer and it saved my videos for me. The USB connection also recharged the camera so that I could go out and shoot another round. The flip doesn't need cords, cables, CDs, instructions, or anything like that. It just works.

The video quality isn't HD, but it's not bad for a device that fits comfortably in a pocket. You shouldn't plan on shooting your feature-length masterpiece on this, but it's great for shooting casual Internet videos with friends or for remembering special moments.

The only complaint I have is that the touch-sensitive buttons can be a little too sensitive sometimes. It's easy to brush your hand across the back and get a series of chirps from the Flip as it tries to figure out why you just pressed all the buttons at once. But so far I haven't had any real problems. I also tend to not use the video-editing software that comes with the Flip, but that's just personal preference.

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