When I tried to play/share video on my pc, I kept getting error messages and had to re-install about 3 times. When I finally managed to get the clips to play (via Quicktime, not Flipshare) the image and sound didn't sync up. What a waste of time. I'm returning it today.

Easy to operate

Only x2 zoom and the software didn't work on my pc

"Everyday camcorder" simplifies shooting video, editing, sharing with friends and family, and YouTube publishing to the max

Very easily share videos with friends or on YouTube or Grouper; Ultra-simple operation; usually 1-click; Amazingly good MPEG-4 encoded video and audio quality; Hardware/software/uploading all integrated; Burn DVDs of your videos at numerous stores and chains; Runs a long time on AA batteries

Reliance on online hosting services; 1.4-inch LCD is a little small; Should include USB cable extender; Ours wasn't totally Vista-compatible

Yesterday we posted on the two new video camera's from Pure Digital. The new Flip Ultra and UltraHD. Today a review unit arrived. It is a definite step up from the Flip units I have used before, and yet it retains the small size, ease of use and reasonable price. Let's take a look.

Larger and heavier than the Mino No image stabilization Chrome trim is a fingerprint magnet Software offers only limited editing options

The Flip UltraHD is a solid handheld video camera. It's a stellar performer that is simple and quick to use. The inclusion of the FlipShare software makes it a step above the many of the other handheld options out there.

!-- AddToAny BEGIN --> Pure Digital Technologies, Inc. has emerged from its recent acquisition by Cisco Systems with a brand-new product which deftly changes the landscape of pocket HD camcorders. The Ultra HD in many ways is like it's predecessor, the Flip.

The flip ultra hd video camera is a very inexpensive high definition video camera. If your looking for an easy to use high quality camera that fits in your pocket, The flip ultra hd wins by a land slide.