Flip Video Mino Series Camcorder, 60 Minutes (White)

From dagblog.com

My One Favorite Thing this week is the Flip Mino video camera. What a clever little device. I've been using it a ton on my Thanksgiving trip home, including capturing the touching moment when my girlfriend and i first surprised my parents. The Mino was made for that type of event - a short experience when you either don't want to lug around a more substantial or expensive video camera or when you want to be somewhat surreptitious that you're taping things.

The Mino feels good to hold in the hand, and operating the device, especially the responsive touch sensitive control panel, is both easy and enjoyable. It holds an hour of video and the battery lasts quite a while. It has a nifty USB plug attached (but normally hidden) which charges the device when connected to a computer as well as launches a software program that allows you to work with your clips.

The video imaging software is basic but relatively easy to use (though certainly not as seamless or genius as ITunes). You can share videos with others via private email or by uploading (compressed versions) to public Web sites. You can edit videos for length, and also make very simple movie mixes, with the free version of the software but for more indepth options, you'll have to upgrade to the rather costly premium version (which I think is sheer nonsense - Pure Digital, the makers of the Mino, ought to realize that software differentiation and functionality will be key if they are to be anything more than a flash in the pan).

As far as other suggested improvements, I'd like a bigger LCD screen in the front (or better yet, a small screen on the side with the camera lens so you can see what you're filming when you're pointing the camera at yourself). A headphones jack on the device would be convenient for playback. Also, I'd like a way to customize the length of the auto shut-off option as several times I've attempted to capture a fleeting moment only to realize the device powered down (and takes several seconds to boot back up). I also wish it had a better zoom functionality.

Technically the video and audio is pretty darn good, more than sufficient for Web viewing, and ok for TV as well, which you can do with an included cable. My device isn't high def, tho they just came out with a new Flip camera that is HD (it's more expensive and a bit bigger and heavier, and taking a bunch of HD videos would quickly eat up a lot of space on a hard drive).

Obviously, a lot of digital cameras and even mobile phones take video but the simplicity and features of the Mino make it a compelling stand-alone product. Right now, Apple can't even do pictures well with its iPhone, but I'm sure eventually they'll find a way to effectively converge video functionality so that the Mino becomes obsolete.

In the meantime, however, I highly recommend anyone interested in a portable, fun, easy-to-use, fairly inexpensive video camera that is perfect for taking short video clips and then sharing them on the Web with others take a look at the Mino.

works like a champ and the program makes video editing a snap. couldnt be happier.

For what this is and what it does -- it is just great! I've made a short video of a national basketball game just to see if I could, and was pleasantly surprised at the results. I also took a 40 minute video of a memorial service after a funeral for a friend and again was quite pleased. If you're looking or a professional video camera, this ain't it. But if you want something you can stick in your pocket and pull out for quick video opportunities, the Flip Video Mino will do the rick. I'd buy it again!

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3E0PT9O91LNB6 The Flip Mino is the perfect supplement to larger consumer camcorders. I carry mine in my pocket and am finding opportunities to spontaneously capture fun moments. These are perfect little videos for the Web - I usually add them to my blog.

I would not recommend the Flip Mino as your primary camcorder -- if you plan on using it for all of your home videos -- especially if you are planning to burn them to DVDs. Instead, get one if, like me, you like the idea of having a camcorder handy for those fun moments when out-and-about -- or those times when lugging around a full-size camcorder isn't practical.

I shot this short little video with my Flip Mino when my wife and I decided to visit the outlet mall in Petaluma, Calif. It was my debut video using the Flip Mino. I edited the video on my Mac (PowerBook G4).

This is a little marvel! Takes great videos and is compact enough to put in my pocket or handbag. Excellent value for money and good service and delivery.

This is an awesome product...small and incredibly light and sleek; I take it everywhere. No wires; USB flips out and you plug it into your port like a flash drive to charge & download. Totally intuitive interface; so easy to use! The unit is beautifully designed. Amazing price for such a satisfying and sophisticated product. The quality of the video is fine for full screen laptop display and it does an excellent job even in low light situations; also audio is excellent. Now I want the HD version! One caveat; to transfer videos to your iPhone you will have to install some proprietary software to convert the Flip's AVI files to MP4.

THIS IS THE SECOND FLIP VIDEO CAMERA I HAVE PURCHASED.
MY 1st.WAS THE FLIP ULTRA SERIES.I AM SUPER HAPPY WITH
BOTH OF THEM.THE VIDEOS I HAVE DOWNLOADED TO MY PUTER
& THEN EMAILED TO FRIENDS & FAMILY WERE RECEIVED BY THEM
WITH RETURNED COMPLMENTS ON THE GREAT QUALITY OF THE VIDEOS FROM SUCH A SMALL INEXPENSIVE CAMERA.
BOTH OF THE CAMERAS TAKE ONLY A SHORT TIME TOO MASTER.
THE FLIP MINO WITH THE TOUCH SCREEN BUTTONS ARE A GREAT IMPROVEMENT OVER THE EARLIER MODELS.ANY OF THE VIDEO
CAMERAS MAKE GOOD GIFTS FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY TOO PASS ON
PICS. & VIDS.VIA EMAIL.
AS FLIP VIDEO COMES OUT WITH NEW & IMPROVED PRODUCTS I WILL CONTINUE TOO TRY THEM OUT & PASS MY OLDER ONES ON
FAMILY. GREAT PRODUCT!! Flip Video Mino Series Camcorder, 60 Minutes (Black)

I have had the Flip Video Mino for a couple of weeks. It is simple to use, the quality of the picture is excellent. Highly recommend it. Would consider it a best buy!!!

We have a grandson of 18 months which makes this the idea camera for taking videos and emailing to friends and family. We had earlier purchased another one for our son to send us videos of the family. As of now my sister and niece have them so keeping up with our family as they grow has become so much easier for all of us.Very easy to use. Overall we couldn't be happier and the price range is extremely reasonable.

This is my THIRD Flip video camera. I owned 2 of the Flip Ultra 60 minutes cameras before purchasing this one. I had actually lost one of my originals and had loaned out the other to my mom in another state. I was headed for vacation and needed a camera.

The major differences between the new Mino and the Ultra are:
Mino is smaller. Shorter and thinner.
Mino does not take batteries, only charges through the USB.

The video quality of the Mino is the same as an Ultra. They function is the same. It may or may not be worth the larger price tag... I have not decided yet.

A MAJOR 'PROBLEM' IS THAT I DID NOT KNOW THE HIGH DEF VERSION WAS GOING TO BE RELEASED SO SOON AFTER THE RELEASE OF THE MINO. IF I HAD KNOW, I WOULD HAVE HELD OFF AND PURCHASED THE HD FLIP.

This camcorder is very small, easy to use, easy to carry around in your pocket, and a blast to create short videos, as well as full (60 minutes) videos. The pop-up USB connector makes it very simple to connect to your computer, charge, and edit your videos. It may take you a little time to get used to its small size, but once done, you will enjoy recording your everyday life all the time. I love mine!

I love the convenience of my Flip Video. It fits in my pocket so I can carry it anywhere. When I'm ready to download my videos, I plug the camera directly into my USB port and click on the prompts that pop up on my screen. I am not a technology geek, so this is the perfect video camera for me.

Lucy Adams, author of If Mama Don't Laugh, It Ain't Funny

Bought 4 minos (Amazon had the best price), one for each of my adult children and one for my sister! It keeps us all connected! My sister is retired and RVs so she shares the wide-open spaces as she travels. Nothing beats viewing the grandkids on video almost instantly! I feel pretty smart with my Christmas shopping this year.

i purchased the mino just over a month ago. i was primarily looking for a video camera that was small, had a decent battery and made it easy to transfer the footage. the flip meets all three qualifications. i've used my flip more in the past few weeks than i've used my larger camcorder in the past three years collectively. it's small size makes it perfect to keep in my purse so that it's always at hand for the random, funny moments that you never expect but would love to have recorded.

at first, i was concerned that the 60 minute battery life wouldn't be enough. however, in the past three weeks i've taken it out with friends, to a political rally, and on a weekend trip and have had plenty of time and battery life left. it's an extremely simple process to transfer the footage to your computer so i no longer have to worry about footage sitting on my camcorder for months at a time. plus, i really like that i can email it to my friends in a matter of minutes.

so far, i have two negatives: (1) i was recording last weekend and it froze while i was recording. it wouldn't turn off so i had to let the battery die before i could do anything with it. thankfully, it froze just as i was finished recording. however, i am concerned that it may happen again. (2) the video editing software that is on the flip is extremely basic. to really do anything w/ your footage, you need to purchase additional software. while i didn't expect it to come w/ top-notch software, i thought it would be a little more advanced.

a friend has the original flip and while it really isn't that much larger than the mino, i definitely prefer the mino. it's a sleeker design that is worth the extra few dollars. overall, i love my flip. i'm confident that i will record a lot more memories than i ever would have w/ a regular camcorder.

Sirs:

The Mino is an excellent product. I have used it in many situations and have found only one minor difficulty - stabilization.

I have tried using the Mino while walking and I can keep a subject in frame and not too jerky, but the 'bounce' created from my pace is nearly impossible to overcome.

However, even then, the results are quite amazing.

So, for the next generation, may I suggest increasing resolution and improving stabilization.

As for the Amazon title - Amazon offered this product in two colors for the same price. While my order was processing, Amazon reduced the price of the white Mino by $20. I had ordered a white Mino, which I did not receive until many weeks after the discound was announced, but I did not receive the anticipated discount.

IOW - Amazon cheats its customers.

Michael Weldon
Udon Thani, Thailand.

We provide video marketing solutions for companies ([...]). Our product requires a video device, and we recommend the Flip Video Mino to all of our customers.

We suggest this device because it is easy to use, produces high quality videos, and works flawlessly with our system. We love that it recharges automatically from the USB port and that we don't have to carry cables around!

We highly recommend this little camcorder for recording video on the go!

I orignally owned the Kodak Zi6 and returned it because, contrary to Kodak's specifications, there were no directions at the web site to which you were directed. Kodak obviously rushed their Zi6 into release to compete with the Flip Mino and failed miserably. The Flip Mino is everything and more that the Kodak Zi6 ia nor.
The Flip Mino is justifiably deserving of five star ratings in ease of operation (take it out of the box, turn it on, press one button to begin recording), video quality (comparable to full-size camcorders), utility (download videos to your computer, transmit videos as email attachments, burn DVDs, snap photos, upload to various web sites, and more),four-hour encased lithium battery that recharges in three hours all in a unit that is smaller and lighter than your cellphone. The maximum 60-minute recording time before having to download is plenty. Ask yourself when you last watched a 60-minute camcorder recording. Customer support is also exceptional with almost immediate responses, in addition to detailed information at "Support" at web site.
The only negative is that the optional Flip Video Quick Recharger, which recharges the lithium battery in two hours, is not yet available.
Note that this review is for the Flip Mino and not the basic Flip or Ultra, which use AA batteries.
I never leave home without my Flip Mino.

My Mino arrived yesterday afternoon, and within five minutes of my diddling with it, I had the time and date updated, and my first minute shot of my 8-year-old daughter feeding the dog. (She asked to see that footage over and over and over, she was thrilled.)

We played with it some more, and it was just as easy to put the file on my laptop and charge the Mino fully by letting the laptop "feed it."

I am really happy with this; it's in my pocket now; and I plan to use it to post to my blogs and take lots of shots of my daughter. I'm only sorry I hadn't seen this/bought this before our vacation last June ...

I usually don't take the time and trouble to write reviews since most of the time, I'm not so excited about a product that I feel compelled to make the effort. I must admit this is one of the few electronic devices I have purchased (and I've purchased tons) that I've found to be fairly user-friendly. The built-in software is a great feature. The device is fairly idiot-proof. You don't have to be a rocket scientist to operate this. The results are decent. The best feature is its portability. I haven't tried to do much with it other than record and play back. The only thing I don't like is the awkwardness in plugging it into the back of my computer. I should use a USB extension, but I've had problems with electrical shorts, so I don't use any extensions. It's a pain to get on my knees and peer through the dark for a slot only to find that I have to move cables around to get a slot that will enable me to plug in the camcorder. With laptops it's not a problem.
I recorded a school concert with this Flip camcorder and with my Hitachi. The Flip recording came out better much to my dismay. I'm very disappointed with the Hitachi having spent multiple times more $$. While the Flip recording came out fine, I wanted a higher quality recording. Guess I'll have to spring for another camcorder

If you don't want to invest in a more bulky expensive camcorder, the Flip Mino is just the thing. Lightweight, and compact, it's great on the go. Being able to charge in a computer makes it excellent for travel without needing extra power chords. Excellent microphone picks up background audio. One touch recording w/zoom controls at your finger tips, makes use easy. Two possible drawbacks: 1-not ideal for low light conditions; 2-uploading videos for emailing, etc. not very intuitive. I expected a pop-up prompt or at least an icon saying 'new software detected.' You need to go to MY COMPUTER to find and run what you need. Those two minor things aside, excellent product for the price.

the flip is compact, light and easy to use. perfect for instant gatherings. videos are shared to friends and family instantly.
great gadget to carry around like a mobile phone.

..Flip has 2 gigs of internal mem that can't be changed out..My friend has this cam and I have the "SVP HDDV3001" with a panasonic CCD sensor built
inside that costed me 99 dollars and takes up to 16 gig HCSD cards..and the price is 140 with a transcend 16 gig card on amazon..The SVP HDDV3001 also plays mp3s and records your favite tv shows(a pocket VCR)..Great service from "slim sharp" company through amazon...

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3978KAPMRW5WR *****
The new Mino is simple and so easy to use right out of the box. See it demonstrated here in this very short video. Also see how it uploads. I made the video using the old Flip Ultra (the version that came right before the Mino), which I like; however, the new Mino is lighter, smaller, and performs some functions a bit easier.

Note that the new Mino fits the same tripod that the old Ultra did, thank goodness!

If money is an issue, you can save a few dollars by buying the old Flip Ultra, they do work great (they are a bit bigger and you have to put in two AA batteries). I'm still using mine, along with the new one. I enjoy them both!

Highly recommended.
*****

Don't be without one! Easy to carry and use. This is one grandma who got to see a grandson's first steps soon after, from across the country. Video posts easily on facebook, and probably other networks as well. Video and audio quality is quite good. Up to 60 minutes of video. You can't pause the recording, so you get separate clips, but for keeping up with family and events, it's great!

The recorder is easy to use, but I have had trouble in loading and sharing videos. Also, the zoom-in leads to much lower resolution. All in all, I would give it an OK rating.

Your first impression, when you open the Flip Mino box, will be shock at how small this camcorder is. You'll warm up to the size quickly enough. The size offers a certain creative freedom in how you shoot in that you do not have to hold the Flip in same fashion as you may hold larger digital cameras. The camera is so easy to use. The design is simple like an iPod. As a designer I found the controls intuitive in the same way. Now, the box my camera came in did not have the software I needed to connect the camera to my Mac. That's fine with me, but the instructions seemed unclear to me as to what I needed to connect. I found Flip website online and after a little more searching than I would have like to have done, I found the software I needed. The software is very simple and also nicely designed. I'm 53 years old and I'll probably carry this camera around with me like I was a teenager....

Though smaller than my cell phone, this camcorder does everything anyone could want, and with ease. I am blown away by the ease of recording with the Mino. My daughter had one when I evacuated to her home during Hurricane Ike and I promptly ordered my own. It arrived quickly and was very handy when I got back home ans surveyed my property damage. I was able to have video footage of my damages for insurance purposes. I was also able to download videos to my laptop and share with others. A great device for putting videos of my grandkids on YouTube.

It's an amazing little camcorder at a very reasonable price from Amazon. If it had been possible, I would have given it ten stars.

I got one of these when I started taking private classes with my karate Sensei from 40 years ago. He's so good that I wanted to be able to preserve the classes against the day that he finally retires (he's 73 now, and he's gotten better for each of the 44 years he's been teaching in the United State).

The good news is that as old as I am I can use this camera to take perfect, perfect video of karate classes in multiple levels of lighting, and it picks up fast movements with no problem.

The quality of the video is only part of the value of this thing.

First and foremost there's the ease of use.

Then there's the portability.

Then there's the ease of use, which INCLUDES the ease of saving the video to my computer.

The battery life is perfect for the amount of space in this thing.

The only thing that would make this better is if it had two or four hours of capacity.

If you get this, get one of the matching tripods, because then you can video your own karate classes!

I didn't even know I wanted a video camcorder until I received the Flip Mino for my birthday. I love it!! It is small and so easy to use...the manual is only about 4 small pages long. Perfect for everyday use. I am having a problem with loading videos on my computer using Flip software. It always uses my camera software to download them so there never any videos in my flip video library. I need to figure out why. Anyway, buy the FLIP!!

If you are used to the quality of other reputable brand names, stay away from this toy. I used many cameras and camcorders for years without a single defect. This toy stopped working after 3 months. It just won't power on.

Customer support staff are responsive but not helpful. The only advice they have is "reset and recharge the camera" and they keep going round in circle! They also give all sorts of excuses to avoid replacing the defective camera.

Yes, this product has some interesting features, such as the form factor and ease of use, but what good would this do if the quality is poor?! This camera has many other problems as well; the buttons (except for the power button) are touch based and extremely sensitive and can drive you nuts. The quality of the video is not as good as you would expect it to be. Many point and shoot cameras and even mobile phones can produce better videos. The screen is so small, to the extent that you feel like using a magnifying glass to preview your shots! Your mobile phone would most probably have a larger and more superior screen.

If you take this camera in your vacation you would be forced to take your laptop with you, because you would need it to re-charge the camera (through the USB port) as well as downloading the video when it gets full. As this camera doesn't have re-charge cable and there is no slot for exchangeable memory cards. If you are like me, I like to travel light in my vacation. I certainly don't like to take my laptop with me (my BlackBerry would be enough to check my email.)

In addition, all camcorders I used can directly be connected to DVD recorders. I find this to be the easiest way to save and share my videos. This camera cannot be recognized by DVD recorders. You have to take the tedious way of using PC software to create your own DVD. This can be complicated and time consuming.

I find it strange for this camera not to have still picture capabilities, as you would most probably need to take still pictures while you are shooting your video. This means that you will have to carry your still camera along. This will negate the advantage of being a pocket size camera. At this day in age you can hardly find a video camera, still camera, or even a mobile phone that doesn't have both video and still picture features. Even my kids' toy camera has both features!

It seems that the manufacturer of this camera had to cut corners and make so many compromises to come up with this interesting form factor. This might explain why the major players didn't follow suit and produce similar camera. I don't think they would be willing to make such compromises.

The Flip Mino is absolutely awesome! We purchased it before going to Disney World with the family and it was the best. The Mino is easy to carry (fits in your pocket), is really fast to turn on (able to get quick shots), and provides really good video. First of all, an hour of video is a very long time. We easily fit a whole day's worth of family fun at WDW. The battery lasts a long time. It went over several days of heavy use without needing a lengthy charge. And it also seems to hold the charge for a long time when it is not in use. I turned it on the other day after it was sitting in my backpack for at least 5 days and still had a full charge! The only small complaint that I have is that the digital zoom stinks. But anyone who has any dealings with digital zoom anything knows that they are just a waste on any device. The included software also works really well and you can use the software to make a long video from all of your smaller video clips that come complete with background music. I cannot say enough about this great product. It really made our vacation extra special with so many quick video clips to capture the special moments. One last side note is that I was able to record both night time fireworks and the Disney light parade with this and the videos came out awesome as well!!!! If you want a quick and easy video recorder that provides good video and sound quality then get the Flip Mino!

If you have kids or grand kids, you have to get this camera! I had the older Flip and just upgraded. It is really great and you can customize it to have your own photo or logo on it.

If you own a small business and want to give your clients a great gift for the holidays, get this gift with you logo on it. They will always use it and will always see your logo. Give it to your employees, they will love it.

I am in love with this video camera. It is so inexpensive, but is better than most of the really expensive cameras. You can get 10 of these cameras for the same price as one expensive camcorder and do the same things.

It is really great and I highly endorse it as one of the best gifts this year!

sure its small and flimsy. but it's super easy to use, and does exactly what it's supposed to do. i know some people claim to have problems using it on their MACs but we havent had any issues.

Very easy to use and fun. Would be nice if you could hook it up to your computer (via USB cord) to be a web cam. Otherwise, cool video device.

This camera is very easy to use and so compact. I bought this for my husbands birthday. He is a hunter, not a shutterbug...until now. He takes his Flip everywhere he goes. It does very well in low light situations. First video was at night of a skunk crossing the road and approaching the truck. It was a short clip but it was very clear. My only concern is the rechargeable battery. If it goes bad it must be changed by professionals. We shall see how well this design feature works. Everyone should have at least one!

Had bad experience with 2 of these in a row. Cool product just maybe too soon to buy, They need to get the bugs out. I had the veiw finder screen go weird on one and the next one shut off after a brief session and never came back on. Maybe next years model.

A cute little camera that makes it easy to catch unposed videos. The software that comes with it also makes it easy to email them. The zoom feature is modest, but better than nothing. It handles the transition from bright to dim light fairly well. If you don't expect Hollywood quality video, this is a great camera.

This is my second Flip. The first Mino stopped working after 2 days. It just suddenly wouldn't power up. Amazon was great with the exchange.

I've had this second Mino for 3 weeks and have used it indoors and out including a 4 yr old birthday party and various outdoor activities including farm visit, amusement park, etc. I've shoot interior scenes pointing to bright sunlight, fast motion and have been impressed with the overall quality of the videos. Transitions between dark and light was quick and good. Video playback on a 37" HD screen was quite acceptable. The camera will not provide super high quality images but for everyday personal use, it's great.

Some reviews have complained about sound pick up. I think considering the price and size, sound is fine. Both outdoors and indoors, I've been able to hear most everything. Unlike another reviewer, when I turned up the volume during playback or directly on the laptop/tv, sound was plenty loud.

File transfer has been easy and seamless on 3 laptops and 2 desktops. I've also had no problem using the Youtube feature. Have only used the editing features slightly but so far it's good and easy! That's really a major feature... everything about the Flip is easy... you can figure out how to do anything without downtime. It's so easy that I would highly recommend it for any technophobes.

This little camera is very good. We bought the mini tripod for it and now tape our ping pong games all the time. It sits comfortably on our kitchen counter and we tape it at will.

Pros: Very small and easy to work with. Extremely convenient. Easy to hold with or without the strap. Easy to store. Easy to take video. Great for new moms.
Cons: The quality of the video is of course not that great. In bright sun light it comes out great but indoors it's poor. Still very good though. Another bad thing is that it is only good for viewing it in small size (600 x800). Any more will distort the video. I wish it would allow more than just 2GB of memory.

Conclusion: I would get one for every day use. The price is not that bad. I took more videos with this than my better video camera even though the quality is not as great just because it is so convenient to use.

While it was BEFORE Mac Life had given this unit an "AWESOME" rating, I would have personally given it a "Stupendous/Colossal" rating. It is so easy to use, just point and shoot! Watching the seconds of available video time counting down in the corner, it is set in such a way as to not disrupt the monitoring... I used it to capture lightening in the night sky to post on my website.

And so easy to offload! Flip out the USB, connect it to my machine - the editing software for Winders and Mac is onboard the Mino - so you can be ready on a friends machine to download and edit. The format is a nice AVI.. I have a HUGE-Screen TV, and when I plug the monitor cables in from the Mino to play back - it fills the entire screen with great definition video... Verrraaa niiicccceee!!

The Flip Mino is a great little camcorder. I did not once look at the manual for operating this thing--it's that easy to operate. Plugging into the computer is a snap and doesn't require any software to connect (software for uploading to Youtube and Myspace is built into the camcorder). If you want to get to the videos directly, just open the DCIM folder and you will see the video files.

Video quality is pretty good. The company claims the video bitrate is 4 mbps, which about what DVDs push. Audio is good (camcorders are notorious for having bad/over sensitive microphones).

In short, it's a great little camcorder for carrying around to shoot quick little videos. While not something to use for weddings or trips, it's very good for what it does. And it's simple as cutting bread.

This camcorder is easy to use and the clarity is fine for home videos and blogs. If you're looking for super high-def, look elsewhere. But if convenience and ease of use is what you're after, search no further.

This is a Great, Fun Camera. Perfect size to take with you anywhere for those spontaneous moments you would like to capture. Easy to use for everyone. The battery lasts and transferring the videos to our MAC is simple. I recommend this product to everyone. We have had a Blast with the camera.

After reading the reviews of this camera I took the chance and purchased it, what a fun video camera. It takes great videos and is so easy to use. I went to New Mexico and wasn't sure if it would capture the beauty of the mountians, well it did and its amazing how long 60 minutes is. I am very pleased with this camera, its a must buy for anyone that wants to capture special moments.

....my Mino was defective the 3rd. day. The switch / off button did not work anymore so the camera was "dead". This can happen with any product but that's why only 4 stars. I filed for an exchange with amazon.com the same afternoon it broke and had a new camera the next morning. This was my best customer service experience ever!! We are using this camera since 4 weeks every day and it work just great!

I absolutely love this little camera for its convenience. It's size makes it perfect for taking everywhere. What's thepoint of having a camera if you don't have it available whenever and wherever you are!
I plan to use it to make a video of each of my students throughout their years in highschool where I teach young adults with special needs. Not to mention with my grandson who will be making videos of his own and uploading them to the internet. It's so easy even he can do it, and he just turned 6.

I've had nothing but good experiences with the Flip Video. It's not super quality video, but, it's portability, ease of use, and quality video make it a good prodcut for quick videos. It's great to have handy for events.

I bought this just for simple little clips to put on myspace or youtube and for that it works just fine. The one drawback is there is no editing software for Mac and you can't use it with iMovie which is too bad. So you are stuck with simple unedited video but if you can shoot things like you are editing you'll be fine. Did that make sense? I wouldn't expect anything fancy with this but for short and sweet, it does the trick.

I bought this as the "traveling Pants...video" type thing. It has been all over the state of California in many different hands. It's compact size really makes it easy to stick in a pocket or my purse. The program is easy to use as well. We are in the process of clipping all the pieces of the pictures together to make a surprise birthday movie! It's been a kick and everyone who used it now wants one as well! Highly recommend getting one! You will never miss a moment for a good memory!

The Mino is everything I thought it would be and more. After an initial disappointment with it not being charged properly and a little help from FLIP Support it has worked flawlessly since. The trick here is to charge it fully right away. I took it out of the box and fired it up...worked fine. I charged it for a short time and thought I was okay. But later, it wouldn't turn on at all. FLIP Support informed me that in the tri-pod mounting hole is a small reset hole into which a paper clip or some such thing can be inserted. That will reset everything. Charge it fully and have fun.
I took it on vacation and now with the help of iMovie, I have a wonderful 26 minute video of our vacation at the beach. I couldn't be more pleased.