Video+Tools

=**Video Tools**=

Description:
The standard definition Flip camcorders captures video in [|640x480 resolution] at 30 frames per second, using the [|MPEG-4 ASP] video compression. The high definition version captures video at [|1280 x 720 resolution] using [|H.264] video compression, [|AAC] audio compression and the [|MP4] file format. [|[3]] The HD models use an Internal [|Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery] while the non-HD models use AA batteries. Standard models lack a memory card extension slot but can be connected to a computer with a pop-out [|USB] connector, without the need for a cable. It is simple to use, providing automatic gain, [|digital zoom], [|monaural] sound, and a very simple clip-navigation interface with a [|D-pad] and two control buttons. The Flip Ultra comes in 4GB (Standard) and 8GB (HD) models for $149.99 and $199.99 respectively. The Standard Ultra is available in multiple colors of black, white, orange, and pink. The Flip Ultra uses standard AA batteries. Most Flip cameras include the required video player and [|3ivx] codec software in the camera itself rather than providing an external [|CD-ROM] installer. All Flip mino cameras are designable, but Ultra models are not. (Designable means you send them a picture which they "paint" on the front side of the camera.) Accessories for the Flip Video camera include an underwater case, a [|tripod], a [|bicycle helmet] attachment, and a velvet case. [|[4]] Flip Video's accompanying software is called FlipShare. The current release, version 5, no longer includes a function to convert video to the [|WMV] format. While this has been acknowledged by Cisco as a defect, a fix has yet to be announced. Furthermore, there is no way to revert to a previous version once the new software is installed. People love those little Flip video cameras. These reasonably-priced all-digital video recorders are easy to use and don't burden their users with features and options they'll never use. With these devices, you pay for what you don't get. But is it worth it?


 * Blu-ray Disc (BD)** is a next-generation optical disc format meant for storage of high-definition video and high-density data. The Blu-ray standard was jointly developed by a group of consumer electronics and PC companies called the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA). As compared to the HD DVD format, its main competitor, Blu-ray has more information capacity per layer, 25 instead of 15 gigabytes, but may initially be more expensive to produce. Wikipedia


 * HD DVD (High Density Digital Versatile Disc or High Definition Digital Video Disc)** is a discontinued digital optical media format which is being developed as one standard for high-definition DVD. HD DVD is similar to the competing Blu-ray Disc, which also uses the same CD-size (120 mm diameter) optical data storage media and 405 nm wavelength blue laser. HD DVD is promoted by Toshiba, NEC, Sanyo, and, most recently, Microsoft, HP [1], and Intel. **HD DVD was discontinued in February 2008.** Wikipedia

**Tools:**

 * Flip Cameras
 * Point and shoot cameras
 * [|Blue Ray] -allows simultaneous video viewing and web use
 * Video Tools [Tools|http://www.videotools.net/index.php]
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