Gadget Guide 2011: A Wearable HD Camera

Swann Freestyle attaches to bike, helmet or skateboard

ByABC News
November 19, 2011, 8:10 AM

Nov. 26, 2011 — -- This weekly roundup takes a look at the practical and sometimes quirky aspects of tech products.

HD cam goes for the action

You can capture video on the go with Swann's Freestyle HD wearable video camera. Designed to attach to a bike, car, helmet or skateboard, the camera can capture 1080p video that can be played back on its detachable 1.5-inch LCD screen. The video cam also works as a handheld 8 megapixel still camera. The camera comes with a variety of mounting brackets and pads, as well as a waterproof case, for your assorted recording adventures. Priced at about $280, it features a 3x digital zoom, audio recording, a wireless remote control, a lithium-ion battery and a MicroSD slot.

www.swann.com

USB Drive isn't just about storage

Kingston Digital's urDrive application can help keep your digital files organized. Available on select DataTraveler USB drives, the urDrive application sorts music, photos, videos and documents into folders. The USB drive also includes an MP3 player, a photo viewer and access to a kid-friendly web browser. Plus, the drive lets you access the Internet on any PC without leaving your browsing history behind. Prices vary depending on the model and storage capacity. A 4GB Data Traveler 101, for example, costs about $7, an 8GB DataTraveler 108 is about $11 and a 16GB DataTraveler 109 is about $19.

http://www.kingston.com

Digicam makes you look smart

With the GE Smart Series J1470S camera, you don't have to worry about where you stashed the USB connector. The 14.1 megapixel camera has a built-in USB plug that connects directly to a computer, allowing you to upload pictures and recharge the camera. The compact camera also includes a 7x optical zoom, a three-inch LCD screen, an image stabilizer and a video option. Available in black, red and white, it costs about $120.

www.general-imaging.com

Let there be light

When the music flows, the ambient lighting will glow on Speakal's iKurv, a docking station that emits a space-like glow while delivering 20-watts of sound. With the docking system, you can charge your iPod or iPhone while listening to music. Or if you prefer, you can amplify the sound on a connected TV, gaming console, CD player or other audio device. Priced at about $90, the docking station includes an LCD display, an AC power adapter, four ambient LED light levels, a 3.5mm audio jack connection and a remote control that controls the unit and provides access to the menus on your iPod and iPhone.

www.speakal.com

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