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Creative Shipping Vado HD Pocket Cam
The new 720p-capable camera includes an HDMI cable for 1080i output.
Creative Vado HD Pocket Video Cam
Creative says the Vado HD captures video in 720p high-definition quality with just the touch of a button.
December 09, 2008 | by Rachel Cericola

With plenty of holiday shopping time to spare, Creative has started shipping its Vado HD Pocket Video Cam.

The super-thin Vado HD is small enough to stuff stockings, promising 720p HD quality images at the touch of a button. However, Creative says that you can output to 1080i, with the included HDMI cable. Included? That has to be a first.

Creative says that the rechargeable battery should provide two hours of recording and/or playback. Other features include a 2-inch color LCD screen and 8GB of memory, which should hold about two hours of high-def video. Plug the unit into your PC’s USB port, and you can store and share videos with ease. The unit comes with Vado Central software, which includes YouTube or Box.net buttons for one-touch uploads.

The Vado HD is selling now through Creative and Amazon.com. It retails for $230. Other accessories you can add under the tree include a storage pouch ($15), extra batteries ($15 each), a power adapter with charger station ($30), and an underwater diving pouch ($30).



Rachel Cericola - Contributing Writer
Over the past 15 years, Rachel Cericola has covered entertainment, web and technology trends. Check her out at www.rachelcericola.com.



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Posted by FrankR  on  12/10/08  at  12:40 AM

I’ve got the original Vado and have really liked it for the price.  Good, solid unit that has performed well for me. BTW, its been on sale for $79.99 plus some accessories and shipped free. 

I just ordered the Vado HD and am looking forward to it.  Creative is discounting it $30 as an introductory price.  Likely to beat the Mino. 

Check out the Vado discounts here:
http://us.creative.com/local/1/promo/vadogate/welcome.asp

Posted by Rachel Cericola  on  12/09/08  at  04:18 PM

You are very welcome. I would be interested to check this product out though. I like the removable battery option—and the replacements aren’t too pricey either. Of course, they want you to buy accessories, but I am a sucker for more power!

Posted by AJ  on  12/09/08  at  04:16 PM

Thanks Rachel, that’s what I was thinking. I got my Flip for about the same price ($206 form Amazon) and I love it. I wonder if it has better image stabilization than the Flip. It has a removable battery which is a plus. Competition is always a good thing! Hmm, I’m going to look into this a bit more since I’m still in my 30 day return period with the Flip. It is $200 on the Creative home page for those that are interested.

Posted by Rachel Cericola  on  12/09/08  at  04:04 PM

I think they are going for the Flip’s audience, AJ. They could have knocked it down a few bucks—that would sway many shoppers! Also, I know that Amazon did not mention this, but the product page does say that it works with Mac OS X V 10.4.11.

Posted by AJ  on  12/09/08  at  03:50 PM

Hmm, I wonder how it compares to the Flip Mino HD I just bought? And does it play nice with iMovie?



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