Flip UltraHD or Flip MinoHD ? I've been studying these 2 products and really don't know what is the difference between the 2? Costco has them and a great rebate of $40.00 off but which is better? I know I want the 2 hour product but which one? Want the built-in stablization feature also. What is the difference between a Mino and an Ultra? Flip UltraHD or Flip MinoHD ? I've been studying these 2 products and really don't know what is the difference between the 2? Costco has them and a great rebate of $40.00 off but which is... » Read More Flip UltraHD or Flip MinoHD ? I've been studying these 2 products and really don't know what is the difference between the 2? Costco has them and a great rebate of $40.00 off but which is better? I know I want the 2 hour product but which one? Want the built-in stablization feature also. What is the difference between a Mino and an Ultra? « Show Less
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For one the Mino HD has a built-in battery. Ultra has a user replaceable battery.
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Oscar...Please clarify the last sentence. Do you think the Mino HD is a better deal, or did you misspeak?
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The 360 IS a better unit!! Supply and demand?? Which sellers and etc...many things determine price. However the 360 IS a better unit. Even if you have no plans to use the bluetooth why not buy the cheaper and better unit, which is the 360? I also suspect that most WILL use the bluetooth. I have several cell phones and PDA's and several different bluetooth units such as the wireless ear unit, wireless geadset and etc....I did not think I would use the bluetooth on the 360.....now I almost cant see not having it. No more headsets, no more weird things on my ear. I use the bluetooth in my home, office, car, almost anywhere I go or anywhere I am at. It works so good you do not ever have to touch the unit or the phone as the vlice commands work excellent. If you are using the bluetooth and NOT the GPS, the GPS is auto-off with the flip-ten down. So leave the Flip-set down and GPS is off and you'll get about 12 hours of bluetooth ability before the battery even starts to drain.Great for in the home or office or any place you are not using GPS. If you are using GPS and bluetooth then you'll simply use a little more battery, but the GPS works flawlessly while also using bluetooth and vice-versa.....
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That is a fundamental difference with the Vado HD as compared to the Flip Mino HD. The Vado HD comes standard with an HDMI cable and a RCA cable as an option ($9.95). With ALL of these HD cameras you need a sufficiently powerful CPU/video card because of the HD files demands.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dr5iXO1pD4E&feature;=fvw (copy & paste the link if it's not live)Here is a review of the 3 best pocket HD cancorders including the Flip MinoHD and the Vado wins!!!You can actually click a link in the video and actually see the vid and audio of each one.Although none of these camcorders are perfect in every way, in my opinion the Vado is the best overall...
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GOMADIC CORP. HAS A GREAT WALL BATTERY CHARGER.I GOT ONE FOR MY FLIP MINO & IT WORKS GREAT.I GOT ITON AMAZON, $24.45 DELIVERED. CHECK OUT MY REVIEWON THE ITEM. J.J.
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My first Flip was not the Ultra, and the microphone was in the back. The Flip Ultra, that I bought next, has the microphone in the front, and it's amazing what great sound it picks up. However, if you're narrating with the Flip Ultra, remember to talk louder or you'll have to increase the sound later using Windows Movie Maker. Also, I liked the smaller count down numbers on the Flip Ultra when it's plugged into a TV or DVD recorder. The original Flip had LARGE lime green numbers counting down the seconds as it played, but only on your TV or DVD recorder, (or VHS recorder) not on your computer. My first Flip was not the Ultra, and the microphone was in the back. The Flip Ultra, that I bought next, has the microphone in the front, and it's amazing what great sound it picks up. However, if you're narrating with the Flip Ultra, remember to talk louder or you'll have to increase the sound later using Windows Movie Maker. Also, I liked the smaller count down numbers on the Flip Ultra when it's plugged into a TV or DVD recorder. The original Flip had LARGE lime green numbers counting down the seconds as it played, but only on your TV or DVD recorder, (or VHS recorder) not on your computer.
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Unfortunately there doesn't seem to be a very helpful answer here. There's a suggestion that mino has "connection problems", which may or may not include "ultra". I'm not sure if or why there would be any difference if the software is the same. My general understanding from searching the web on this topic is that at least the 2d generation flips *should* work normally with late version macs (hardware & OS), but that their movie editing functions are not mac compatible. A suggestion above is that iMovie might render that less significant.
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Hi, I found no difference whatsoever! I alternate between the 2 of them depending on which one is cheaper! Hope that helps! :)
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I can't speak to which one exactly because I've just just used the mini pro 2. I had the opportunity to borrow same several times before purchasing and was so satisfied that I committed the funds to purchase my own. The double heads are very comfortable, the long handle is perfect for the hard to reach areas and the long cord is a plus (sounds silly to mention the length of the cord, however when one is moving the apparatus around the length of cord never restricts the movement). There are 3 speeds for a choice of vibrations. I have chronic upper back problems and I could not live without the thumper - unless I want to spend my time and money at the physical therapist. I can't speak to which one exactly because I've just just used the mini pro 2. I had the opportunity to borrow same several times before purchasing and was so satisfied that I committed the funds to purchase my own. The double heads are very comfortable, the long handle is perfect for the hard to reach areas and the long cord is a plus (sounds silly to mention the length of the cord, however when one is moving the apparatus around the length of cord never restricts the movement). There are 3 speeds for a choice of vibrations. I have chronic upper back problems and I could not live without... » Read More I can't speak to which one exactly because I've just just used the mini pro 2. I had the opportunity to borrow same several times before purchasing and was so satisfied that I committed the funds to purchase my own. The double heads are very comfortable, the long handle is perfect for the hard to reach areas and the long cord is a plus (sounds silly to mention the length of the cord, however when one is moving the apparatus around the length of cord never restricts the movement). There are 3 speeds for a choice of vibrations. I have chronic upper back problems and I could not live without the thumper - unless I want to spend my time and money at the physical therapist. « Show Less
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According to the specs and other reviews I've been reading, the software for the MinoHD is much better now for Mac than the previous version, but be aware that if you're working on an older laptop or desktop Mac, the Mino HD is not compatible with Mac's running power PC processors, Mac switched to Intel based processors a few years back, so if you bought your mac within the last 2 years or so, you should be fine.
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You will need a laptop with you to off load the videos from the camcorder. And the videos by default are in MP4 format, which is already a compressed format. Saving videos directly onto your laptop (drag and drop from the camcorder) wouldn't degrade the video quality. For the flip mino, yes, or you may buy an AC-USB power adaptor. For the flip ultra, you can simply swap in a new pair of AA batteries.
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technicals-- will change FAST month to month..any unit runs and at only about 10 bucks in cash money using the COUPONS, which expire 90 days after issue but in reality 60 days after receipt. Retailers use the coupons like credit card entries which means the new gen crooks buy a unit with a credit card, use the coupon and then return the convertor for a extra 40.00 that goes right back on their CC account.. just like free cash!!! Philco has the best tested video and audio but not through cable out.. use the RCA video and audio composite for best result. DON'T wait too long to apply for coupons.. The Federal money allocated is not going to be there forever. Get yours now, have your CATV neighbor apply fo his later this year(he will then give to you) I got my Philco at my local Meijer store under 50 .. Watch out for Online on these the ship can eat you up- remember its only 10 buck cash out of your pocket bought locally.. be patient.
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I'm looking to buy one. Such a good question but no one seems to know the answer. :(update: I think they are the same except one is more cheaply built. But which one?? Who knows...could be the higher priced one!
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My local Costco has the 60st30 for $1199 (plus 2 year warranty) so I am most likely going for that for bang for the buck. If I can get the 65st30 for $1499 or less I'll go for that. I expect to make my purchase in 2 weeks max.
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Thanks for the tips. I ordered the VRDMC5 then went to ebay and searched for the DVS. Found five for sale-only three were new. I purchased on wiht Buy it Now option for $34.95. Am anxious to try both in combination.
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you can do a side by side comparison of the two on samsung's website. The 550 is just a notch up from the 540. The dynamic contrast ratio is higher (70,000:1 vs 60,000:1) it has one extra hdmi input in the back as well as an extra Composite (AV) input. The 550 also supports USB 2.0 (MPEG Support), and overall, the dimensions are slightly shaved down on the 550 (about a half inch height and width). Contrary to the previous (Truzzi's) post, they both actually have the same audio it would appear (SRS TrueSurround HD). To me, the differences are minor. The Costco tv is about fifty bucks cheaper but sales tax (assuming aprox 8% but depends on where you live) is going to cancel that savings out, and with Amazon, you get free delivery on the 550. Costco charges about 20 bucks for shipping and handling. some other factors to consider are: - costco extends their warranty from one to two years. - costco is running some pretty impressive deals and rebates with Direct TV