Still looking for that perfect tech gift for the holidays? Consider the Flip Video Ultra. It’s relatively low cost and ease of use will make it a quick pick for under the tree. In fact, with its small size, it could make a very nice stocking stuffer, too.
With this ingenious little device, your special someone will always have a video camera available to grab life’s moments. Camcorders can be bulk, and even the smallest ones are difficult to carry everywhere. The Flip Video Ultra will fit in a pocket or a purse with ease. It is about the size of a pocket recording device (tape recorder).
Anyone who loves sharing video will appreciate the Flip Video Ultra because it seems to have been custom made for uploading to YouTube and other video sharing websites. it contains a flip out USB plug, so you can easily upload your videos without any trouble.
The Flip Video Ultra comes with some basic applications to allow you to edit your videos. Because of this, you won’t need to buy any video editing software. Also, the video is all digital, so no video tapes are needed.
This camera uses standard AA batteries, which can be a plus, because it reduces the size and weight of the unit, as well as the need for battery charge time. Still, be prepared to go through many batteries if you use your camera on a daily basis. A good option might be to include rechargeable batteries and a charger, for convenience and money savings.
The Flip Video Ultra retails for about $150. Savvy shoppers might be able to get it for a little less, although it is such a hot holiday gift item that there isn’t too much bargaining room in the price. Still, that retail price isn’t a bad deal when you consider the product.
Will you be giving the Flip Video Ultra or any gift of technology this season?
Mary Ann Romans writes about everything related to saving money in the Frugal Blog, technology in the Computing Blog, and creating a home in the Home Blog. You can read more of her articles by clicking here.
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