Creative Announces Availability of the Vado HD Pocket Video Cam – See it, Shoot it in HD, Share it, Save it for a Lifetime, Watch it in True HD Quality on your HDTV
availability of the Vado(TM) HD Pocket Video Cam, the ideal holiday gift. The
thin, lightweight Vado HD is small enough to fit easily in a pocket, purse or
the palm of your hand, and it captures video in 720p high-definition quality
with just the touch of a button.
The Vado HD is the only Pocket Video Cam to feature HDMI connectivity and
an included HDMI cable that provides 1080i output to an HDTV. It also
features a precision glass lens for stunning video quality, and 8GB of
built-in memory to carry up to two hours of HD video. The Vado HD has an
estimated street price of US
Amazon.com and Creative.com.
“We designed the Vado HD so you can easily shoot all of life’s spontaneous
and fun moments, and then come home and watch your videos on an HDTV – all
with true high-definition quality,” said
and video at Creative. “You can upload the videos to your PC, or what’s
really cool is to watch them on your HDTV in full HD quality. Some cameras
such as the Flip Mino HD record HD video but don’t let you output it in high
definition to your HDTV. Even the
hi-def camcorder that can’t play your movies in high def on a high-def TV.’
The Vado HD delivers 1080i high-definition video to an HDTV, plus it offers
the convenience of an HDMI connection.”
The simplicity of the Vado HD makes it ideal for capturing video on a
moment’s notice. While your camcorder is stored away somewhere in a camera
bag, the Vado HD is ready in seconds to capture clips that you can cherish and
save for a lifetime in HD quality. With 8GB of built-in memory, the Vado HD
can carry up to two hours of HD video, and it doesn’t require you to carry
tapes or DVDs with you. The removable, rechargeable battery provides up to
two hours of recording and playback, and extra batteries are available as
accessories so you can easily swap them to capture more video.
The Vado HD enables fast and easy sharing of video on YouTube(TM) and
Box.net(TM). The Vado HD has a built-in USB connector so you can plug right
it into your PC, just like you would with a thumb drive. The Vado HD includes
the Vado Central(TM) software program built right into it that shows
thumbnails of your video clips, which you can view on or copy to your PC.
With one easy step, just click on the YouTube or Box.net buttons in Vado
Central to easily post your videos. When you want to share your videos with
selected friends and family, they can use Box.net to either view or download a
copy of the video. Vado Central also enables capture of single snapshots or
successive snapshots in burst mode. When you want to make and edit your video
productions, just use the Muvee software that’s included in Vado Central.
Vado HD Features
-- Slim, lightweight, pocket-sized design
-- 720p HD video capture
-- Included HDMI cable; HDMI connectivity provides 1080i video output to
HDTV
-- Built-in two-inch color LCD screen
-- Removable rechargeable battery
-- Precision glass lens
-- Built-in USB cable for PC
-- Built-in Vado Central software program for posting videos to YouTube
and Box.net, plus Muvee(TM) software for video editing and
customization, and capturing snapshots
Vado HD Accessories
To personalize your Vado HD experience, the following accessories are
available at http://www.creative.com:
-- A pouch for protection and storage, priced at US $14.99
-- Spare batteries providing up to two hours of recording or playback,
priced at US $14.99
-- A power adapter with charging station so your Vado HD is ready to go
when you are, priced at US $29.99
-- Underwater diving pouch for keeping the Vado HD dry during underwater
shooting, priced at US $29.99
The Vado HD introductory bundle comes with an HDMI cable, silicon skin and
USB extension. For more information about the Creative Vado HD visit
http://www.creative.com. Become a fan of Vado on Facebook at
http://www.new.facebook.com/pages/Creative-Vado-Pocket-Video-Cam/26099524863
About Creative
Creative is a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products. Famous
for its Sound Blaster(R) sound cards and for launching the multimedia
revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment on the PC platform
with products like its highly acclaimed ZEN MP3 and portable media players.
Creative’s innovative hardware, proprietary technology, applications and
services leverage the Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality
digital entertainment-anytime, anywhere.
This announcement relates to products launched in
Availability is subject to change without notice and may differ elsewhere in
the world according to local factors and requirements. Creative Vado, Sound
Blaster, ZEN and Vado Central are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Creative Technology Ltd in
other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Creative Labs, Inc.