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Babble's Family Video Camera Buying Guide

Baby’s arrival. Preschool commencement ceremonies. Your first vacation as a nuclear family. Understandably, these are events worth documenting – and they’re worth documenting on something with more power, clarity and storage capacity than your iPhone can provide. But when it comes to choosing a video camera, where do you start? Luckily, that’s why we’re here. Whether you’re storyboarding a home movie for entry in next year’s Sundance festival or you simply need a smarter way to capture everyday YouTube clips, our video camera buying guide covers all the basics.

1. First things first: do you even need a separate video camera?

2. From pocket-sized to professional: understanding your options

3. To HD or not to HD?

4. Holy features, Batman!

5. Parting thoughts

1. First things first: do you even need a separate video camera?

Like many parents, you probably use a video camera every day but don’t necessarily think of the device in those terms. Whether it’s pairing up with your YouTube account or capturing footage to an internal memory card, that ingenious little camera eye on your iPhone or Android smartphone is, quality-wise, light years ahead of the VHS camcorder your parents used to capture your first steps. It’s faster. It’s smaller. And for most of the everyday milestones you want to capture – say, a weekend soccer game or a school awards ceremony – it’s probably sufficient. If you want to get more serious about your video, however – or if you want a higher-definition camcorder that also captures gorgeous still photos – you’d do well to consider a standalone video camera.

Think of your smartphone as a Jack of all trades. It does a lot of things to the best of its ability and spreads its resources across everything from apps to memory to storage space. A standalone video camera, on the other hand, is designed to do one thing very well. And because shooting video for long stretches requires a unique set of physical actions (ever tried to film a home movie on your iPad?), most video cameras are also designed for ergonomic comfort. But where to start? Well, read on :

2. From pocket-sized to professional: understanding your options

  • Pocket-sized camcorders: Remember the Flip camcorder? One button, one big screen, one easy-to-use menu on a device that fits in your pocket. Unfortunately, as smartphones began incorporating similar technology, Flip flopped – but that doesn’t mean pocket-sized camcorders went away. Instead, manufacturers found ways to pack more features into even smaller devices – and started aiming their products at niche markets. Say you’re a blogger or product reviewer who needs to shoot and upload tons of video 24/7; well, then a Wi-Fi HD camcorder from Sony might be just what you need to keep those clips uploading to YouTube. Or let’s say you’re a budding surfer or skateboarder who needs a quick and convenient way to capture action footage in harsh conditions. Well, that’s what the weatherproof, helmet- or stroller-mountable ContourROAM was designed to handle. Bonus? All of the above will run you under $300.
  • Flash and removable-memory camcorders: Flash memory – a popular storage medium that, unlike traditional hard drives, has no moving parts – comes in two types where video cameras are concerned. There’s built-in flash storage, which lets you save videos straight to your camera without the potential dropping or shaking hazard the moving parts of a traditional spinning hard drive presents. Then there’s removable memory – which you buy as either SD (Secure Digital) or Memory Stick memory cards and pop into your camera as you need more space to store your footage. The actual amount of footage you can save to any of these formats will differ – from 15 minutes up to 8-plus hours, depending on the number of gigabytes (GB) the memory stores. But because flash memory (both built-in and removable cards) is so small, at least when compared to the larger bits and pieces of a traditional hard drive, you’ll find a much more compact range of cameras in the flash category.
  • Camcorders with built-in hard drives: Just as your home computer does, this type of video camera saves data (read: your movies) to a built-in spinning hard drive. Transferring video to your PC for editing is as easy as connecting your camera to your computer with a USB cable, so you don’t need to worry about moving footage between separate memory cards or DVDs. Storage capacities vary but tend to be more generous than you’ll find on video cameras that use flash memory or removable memory cards. (Sony, for instance, offers a model that can store up to 60 hours’ worth of HD video on its 160GB hard drive.) Due to the size of the hard drive itself, however, these cameras tend to run on the larger side when compared to flash-memory cameras; and, because hard drives have moving parts, there’s always the chance of something breaking if you drop or shake the camera. But we’re talking a lot of shaking, and some serious drops, for that to happen.
  • “Prosumer” and DSLR camcorders: “Prosumer” is a term that companies use to define people who want professional-quality performance from their technology, but who don’t want to dedicate their lives to said profession. Fiscally speaking, it’s a category that’s going to require you to spend upward of $1,000 to get this level of performance. If you’re serious about your video, however, the investment is worth it. You’re talking a better quality of lens; more reliable performance in all manner of lighting conditions; larger internal-storage capacity; more control over settings – basically, increases everywhere it counts. As you climb the price tree, you’re also looking at a category that includes DSLR (digital) cameras. No longer just the province of serious photographers, these devices – like the Canon EOS Mark series, which has been used to shoot TV shows and films such as House and Captain America – deliver jaw-dropping video capabilities to match their ultra-HD still photos. Of course, most of us won’t need to spend upward of $3,000 on a camera, but it’s nice to know there’s an option for those who can. (Similar “pro” cameras such as the RED, for instance, cost upward of $10,000.)

3. To HD or not to HD?

“HD” seems simple enough: It stands for high definition and suggests a crisp, clear picture that’s pixels above the SD (standard definition) format that defined your parents’ camcorders of choice. But what you might not know is that there are different degrees of HD – and even if you’re eyeing up, say, a $1,500 camera that shoots in 1920×1080 resolution (also known as Full HD), it might not make a difference if your TV or computer display can’t reproduce the same picture quality.

HD resolution is typically designated by a number/letter combination: 720p, 1080i or 1080p. The digits refer to the number of horizontal lines used to display an image, and the letter (“p” for progressive or “i” for interlaced) refers to the type of scan used to display the image. Basically, progressive means a faster and clearer picture, even if, to the naked eye, the difference in quality between p and i can seem negligible.) Standard definition (SD), conversely, refers to a resolution of 640×480 pixels. Okay, got all that? Well, then your instinct may be to look for a camcorder that shoots in 1080p Full HD, since that label implies “best and fastest resolution.” But not all HD camcorders are created equal; many lower-priced or pocket-sized models, for instance, give you limited control over features like zooming, frame rate (number of frames shot per second) and image stabilization (control over whether your picture is jittery). So you could still end up using a lot of pixels to capture lackluster footage. Compromising on HD shouldn’t be an issue if you’re sharing videos on YouTube, as your footage will get compressed (translation: its 1’s and 0’s will get squished) to make the file small enough for uploading. If, however, you’re shooting archival footage or planning to burn your home movies to a super-HD format like Blu-ray Disc, then you should look for a full-featured HD camera that shoots at a higher frame rate (such as 60p, or 60 progressive frames per second). Keep in mind, however, that you’ll want a camera that either has serious internal storage or the ability to swap out memory cards-HD footage also uses a lot more disk space than its lower-definition counterparts./p>

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4. Holy features, Batman!

For the uninitiated, the technical specifications for a new camcorder can feel about as user-friendly as a wall of hieroglyphics. To help narrow the curve, we’ve broken down the essential specs to look for when shopping. So, whether you’re enduring a salesperson’s spiel or trying to decipher an online tech-specs page, you can make sense of the essentials.

Viewfinder or LCD Viewer

Remember when every camera had a viewfinder that you looked through to compose your shot? While you’ll still find this feature on higher-end video cameras and DSLR/video combinations, most low- to midrange video cameras include an LCD viewer that either flips out (especially useful for getting a wider view of your shot) or is built into the rear of the device. It’s a convenient way to capture, view and (on some more advanced models) edit your videos all through the same display window, especially if your LCD includes a touchscreen.

Optical and Digital Zoom

Most modern video cameras offer you some way to get closer to or further from your shot without actually moving there yourself. Optical zoom relies on your camera’s optical lens to zoom in on or out of a scene, while digital zoom isn’t really “zoom,” but rather a method of electronically magnifying a scene. Digital zoom can be useful if used judiciously, but it may also negatively affect image quality by “blowing up” pixels to an exaggerated degree. To solve this, some digital-camera manufacturers have introduced a new category of “intelligent” zoom, which, while still digitally enhancing your image, targets (read: crops) only the area you want to focus on, essentially jettisoning all the pixels it doesn’t need to zoom in. Long story short, optical zoom is what really matters.

Image Sensor and Megapixels

If you’ve ever tried to capture video footage after dusk or in poor ambient lighting, you understand the importance of a good image sensor. Your video camera’s built-in sensor is responsible for converting light into electronic signals; so, generally speaking, a larger sensor (which lets in more light) will perform better in lower lighting conditions. Image sensors are also defined by their effective pixel count-which is an important distinction from the often more impressive gross-megapixel number that camera companies prefer to market.

We’ll put it more simply: Let’s say you see an awesome-looking camcorder, the spec sheet of which says it’s capable of shooting 12MP (megapixel) footage. Awesome, huh? Now look at the megapixel number next to the image-sensor description-it’s likely lower because that’s the number of pixels the image sensor is actually processing. Your footage will still look great, sure, but don’t be fooled by all those megapixels-they mean less than you might think.

Image Stabilization

This is a fancy way of saying “no jitters.” Useful for those times when a tripod would be too cumbersome, an optical (via your camera’s lens) or digital image stabilizer (via electronic image processing) automatically works to reduce the shaking that inevitably occurs when you’re recording. You can also use an off-the-shelf video editing software to smooth out your footage after you record it, and if you’re uploading videos to YouTube, you can take advantage of the site’s free image-stabilization feature.

All other features being equal, battery life would be the deal-breaker in selecting a video camera. Obviously, since you want to spend more time shooting footage and less time plugging in your camera to charge, you want the longest battery life you can find. While this is a critical feature, keep in mind that it takes a lot of power to capture, process, save and share all that HD footage, so if it comes down to “Do I pick this awesome camera that has just 2 hours of battery life or do I sacrifice video quality to get four more hours per charge?” you might want to err on the side of “awesome.”

Digital Photos

Many video cameras now come standard with the ability to take still photos-whether through a separate digital-camera feature, a mode that enables you to freeze and capture a frame of video, or (in higher-end models such as the Canon 5D EOS Mark III) a button that enables you to capture still photos as you’re filming video without skipping a beat. None of this is to say that you should ditch your digital camera for an all-in-one camcorder-you might, for instance, find that your high-resolution video camera only takes mediocre still photos-but having the convenience is nice when the opportunity arises to snap a picture.

In the race to catch up with smartphones in the multitasking department, many modern cameras have started including built-in Wi-Fi. Though not essential if you’re planning to edit and share footage from your home PC, having wireless capability can make it much easier to share and upload videos as you’re taking them. Say, for instance, you just filmed your daughter’s first music recital and can’t wait to share it with her grandparents 2,000 miles away. With a camera that includes built-in Wi-Fi and the ability to upload videos to Facebook and YouTube (a common feature on these types of “social” cameras), you could go from shoot to share in minutes.

5. Parting thoughts

OK, so you’ve skipped through all the other sections in our guide and just want a quick reference for the next time you’re at the camera aisle-it’s okay, we’re busy, too.

Start with how you watch videos. Then buy the camcorder to match.

Will you be watching home movies on a 55″ Full HD TV? Are you editing videos on an HD monitor and then burning them to a DVD or Blu-ray disc? Then by all means get the highest-definition camera you can afford: it’ll offer the most seamless transition from your creative vision to the device where you’re viewing it. Of course, you’ll also spend upward of $500 (at the absolute low end), but the tradeoff will be a better viewing experience. Are you mainly looking for a convenient way to get everyday footage onto Facebook and YouTube? You’ll still find a wide range of HD-friendly cameras in the under-$500 range-many with Wi-Fi options for easy video sharing-but you won’t need all the bells, whistles, light-sensor options and other gearhead specs.

Make sure it feels good.

Plenty of video cameras look beautiful on the surface, but you also want something that’s easy to use when you’re moving about a room or chasing after a babbling toddler. Make sure the controls are easy to reach. Check to see if the on/off and record buttons are in a logical place (you don’t want to accidentally turn off a camera while you’re in the middle of shooting). Does the camera have a flip-out LCD touchscreen? Make sure the controls are responsive, and make sure the LCD is easily viewable under bright light. You’re going to be spending a lot of time with this thing in your hand-make sure it fits there comfortably.

Don’t forget the extras-you actually might need them.

Accessories like tripods and extra lenses can come after you’ve spent some time with your new camera, but there are a few essentials that are worth picking up before you leave the store.

Camera bag

Many video cameras are small enough to fit in your handbag, but that doesn’t mean you want them rattling around with your keys and half-emptied baby bottles. Invest in a sturdy, waterproof bag that fits your camera snugly but also has a divided interior case for storing extra items like batteries, power cords and memory cards.

Even with a good image stabilizer, no video camera can account for the natural tendency of a human being to be a little jittery-especially when said human is trying to hold a camera steady for long stretches. So take a cue from professional photographers and invest in a camera tripod. (Entry-level models start around $10 at Amazon.) You’ll be able to ensure that your shots are perfectly steady-and you’ll finally time to be part of the action, instead of just filming it.

Spare memory

If you’re using a flash-memory camcorder without an internal hard drive, you’ll need to buy a memory card. Memory fills up fast, especially if you’re recording in HD, and it’s highly likely that the camera you’re buying does not already include a spare card. The good news is that gigabytes’ worth of memory are relatively inexpensive regardless of the card format your camera requires: SD, SDHC, SDXC or, if you’re using a Sony camcorder, Memory Stick PRO.

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FAA May Lift Ban on Portable Electronic Devices Like eReaders

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Announcements about turning off portable electronic devices before takeoff and landing may be a thing of the past as CNBC reports that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will “relax the ban on devices that now need to be completely shut off before a flight takes off or lands.” Even though cell phones will be off limits, other devices such as eReaders would be permitted for use throughout the flight.

“It’s about time,” said Taner Halicioglu, a computer science and engineering lecturer at University of California, San Diego, who summed up the general sentiment of other air travelers.

While airline passengers have long questioned the effectiveness of turning off all portable electronics, a May 2013 study by the Consumer Electronic Association (CEA) found that 30% of passengers accidentally leave them on, making users question the 1960s policy against onboard electronics. Kelly Tirman is one of the 99% of adults that travel with a portable electronics device, but admits to being one of the 30% of people does not always turn off her device during takeoff and landing. One of the most common devices to accidentally leave on? Smartphones. CEA found that 61% of devices accidentally left on were smartphones.

What about airplane mode? Many adults admit to leaving their phone in airplane mode and if you’re like me, you use it, tuck it in your bag, and forget about it until you go to turn it on upon landing only to realize it’s been on the entire time. Oops!

What prompted these changes and why now? According to CNBC, a 28-person government industry group advisory panel has been studying the impact of electronic devices on flight safety. One of the findings indicates today’s planes are more secure against electronic interference and “devices are designed to work within a tighter frequency range.”

Even with that, reported that 60% of the passengers surveyed by CEA said they were concerned about the potential for interference from gizmos being left on during takeoff and landing. On the flip side, upon hearing that the restriction on eReaders could disappear, Sarah Walker Caron, of Sarah’s Cucina Bella and Sarah by the Sea, was comforted. “As someone who hates flying and loves to read, I would be so appreciative if I could use my eReader throughout the flight — instead of having to stow it during the hardest moments of flying.”

As a parent whose kids each own Kindles, this is welcome news since it means that I won’t have to ask my kids to turn off their device and thumb through the germ infested airplane magazine or SkyMall catalog (ew!) while they wait for the plane to ascend and descend. Rebecca Levey of Kidvuz agreed saying, “The worst thing ever for parents is having to shut down the device and still have 20 minutes to landing. Makes kids crazy!!”

The FAA issued a statement saying, “The FAA recognizes consumers are intensely interested in the use of personal electronics aboard aircraft, [and] that is why we tasked a government-industry group to examine the safety issues and the feasibility of changing the current restrictions.”

As the FAA’s industry group advisory panel completes their work, they will assess findings and determine next steps, with changes that might come before the busy holiday travel season.

“If the FAA is certain that it’s safe, then it’s fine with me,” said Ellen Thorp from

At the same time, one regulation that consumers hope the FAA will keep in place are regulations in regards to cell phones on planes. Noisy talkers pre-takeoff are not welcome in the skies either. As someone who likes to put on noise canceling headphones and write while flying, I relish the white noise that comes from the hum of the engines. Napping passengers and  parents who are trying to preserve schedules despite time zone changes would also appreciate the continued quiet of the cabin that isn’t disrupted by having to overhear half of a conversation.

“Please no,” pleaded Erin Sunde, who works for the United States Embassy in Oslo, Norway. “There is almost nothing so important on your device that can’t wait…”

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2013 Top Family Hotels & Resorts Around The World ~ The People's Vote

family-hotel-la-grottaDo you visit TripAdvisor before making your family vacation plans? It is the world’s most popular travel review site and offers a comprehensive list of hotels, resorts and motels around the world. The beauty of these reviews is that each and every one of them are made by the everyday traveler whether it by a business traveler, family travelers or a couple on their honeymoon. These opinions are those from travellers just like you and I, so you can trust their accuracy (for the most part).

Last week TripAdvisor announced the winners of their 2013 Travelers’ Choice Awards for Hotels for Families. 231 family-friendly properties were determined based on the hotels that had been the highest rated by those traveling as a family. These top accommodations were rounded up in 26 different regions and countries across the globe.

Here are the top 25 family-friendly hotels worldwide. As I mentioned before there are 231 in TOTAL, so be sure to check out the official list for more!

  • Cavallino Bianco Family Spa Grand Hotel 1 of 25
    Cavallino Bianco Family Spa Grand Hotel
    Located in Ortisei, Italy, this hotel is open year-round and even offers the whole snow/ski experience for those traveling in the winter months. Read all of the reviews on TripAdvisor
  • Club Med Ixtapa Pacific 2 of 25
    Club Med Ixtapa Pacific
    Heading to Mexico? This resort in Ixtapa, Mexico is one of the top-ranked accommodations in the area. Also, being a Club Med property, you can't really go wrong with the kiddos! TripAdvisor
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    Family Hotel La Grotta
    It's not very often that you find a bargain hotel that is also ranked #1 for families. Located in beautiful Italy, the Family Hotel La Grotta is a boutique style establishment which beautifully decorated rooms and quaint details you won't find anywhere else. TripAdvisor
  • Hotel Baltic 4 of 25
    Hotel Baltic
    Another hotel from Italy! This one is located in Abruzzo in the Province of Teramo. TripAdvisor
  • Floridays Resort Orlando 5 of 25
    Floridays Resort Orlando
    Condo units and suites are always your best bet when traveling with a large family. Floridays specializes in larger accommodations with their all-suite condominium style units in Orlando, Florida. TripAdvisor
  • Woodloch Pines Resort 6 of 25
    Woodloch Pines Resort
    I don't think many people are aware of this but Pennsylvania is a beautiful state with so much to offer for families. The Woodloch Resort located in the Pocono Mountains is part of the Green Hotel Association and offers everything from breathtaking views to a multitude of activities, contests, games and competition for vacationing kids and their families. TripAdvisor
  • Worldquest Orlando Resort 7 of 25
    Worldquest Orlando Resort
    Spacious accommodations located close to Walt Disney World (they even offer a free shuttle!) and plenty of fun for families. TripAdvisor
  • West Inn & Suites Carlsbad 8 of 25
    West Inn & Suites Carlsbad
    The famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter are all withi a thirty minute drive. TripAdvisor
  • Red Jacket Mountain View Resort 9 of 25
    Red Jacket Mountain View Resort
    New Hampshire's Red Jacket Mountain View Resort overlooks the Moat Mountain Range and Saco River Valley from 25 lush acres of land. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, spacious family accommodations and Kahuna Laguna, their 40,000 square-foot indoor water park! TripAdvisor
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    Beaches Negril Resort & Spa
    Last year, Beaches Negril was named World's Best Hotel For Families 2012 by Travel+Leisure Magazine. The all-inclusive resort is located directly on Negril's Seven Mile Beach and serves you with breathtaking beauty, comfortable accommodations, 7 specialty restaurants and Pirates Island Waterpark (among so much more). TripAdvisor
  • Holiday Village Rhodes 11 of 25
    Holiday Village Rhodes
    Ah Greece! Beautiful and breathtaking Greece. Holiday Village Rhodes offers plenty of amenities for families and the best part - swim-up pools off of your room! TripAdvisor
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    Imagine vacationing just 280 yards fromthe sea and a mile from the archeoological site of Paestum. THe Oleandri Resort offers just that in the Capaccio, Italy. TripAdvisor
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    Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort
    Adjecent to Disney's Contemporary Resort, the Bay Lake Tower gets rave reviews for those visiting Walt Disney World. It is super close to Magic Kingdom as well, so you don't have to travel far when heading to the parks. TripAdvisor
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    Beaches Turks & Caicos
    One of our favourite resorts of all-time! Beaches Turks & Caicos is located on one of the world's most beautiful beaches (it was ranked #1 year after year) the gorgeous Grace Bay. Beaches excels in everything from food and service, to their outstanding kids club and activities. A must-visit! TripAdvisor
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    Hotel Piz Galin
    Located in the town of Andalo, this hotel is just a short 5 minute walk from the Paganella ski areas. They excel in the care of children as both their playground and children's club gets rave reviews from past visitors. TripAdvisor
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    Royal Son Bou Family Club
    European vacations are where it's at! The Royal Son Bou Family Club located in Minorca, Spain is rated #1 in the area and caters to families like no other. TripAdvisor
  • Alpino Family Hotel 17 of 25
    Alpino Family Hotel
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    Treasure Island Resort & Holiday Park
    Australia is on our family's bucket list and when we finally hit the Gold Coast of Australia, Treasure Island Resort & Holiday Park will most definitely be one of the resorts we consider! Located in Queensland (Biggera Waters specifically), this resort has something for everyone. TripAdvisor
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    2 children always stay free at the Club Family Hotel Cesenatico. This beautiful all-inclusive resort is located in the Province of Forli-Cesena, Italy. TripAdvisor
  • Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Esmeralda 20 of 25
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    Riviera Maya, Mexico offers a little slice of paradise for vacationing families. This resort is located in Playa Del Carmen, just 45 minutes from the Cancun International Airport. TripAdvisor
  • Disney’s Beach Club Resort 21 of 25
    Disney's Beach Club Resort
    I've had the pleasure to check out Disney's Beach Club and can vouch for it's beautiful grounds and location. Disney's Beach Club Resort is the sister propety to Disney's Yacht Club which is located just next door. It's beautifully decorated, the customer service is excellent and the restaurants are to die for. TripAdvisor
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    Village At Indian Point
    This AAA 3-Diamond rated property is located in Branson, Missouri close to the shopping district, the Silver Dollar City theme park and yet far away enough to provide you with a true Ozark Mountain experience. TripAdvisor
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    Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
    Offering one, two, three and four bedroom condo suites with FULL kitchens and plenty of amenitites including a pool with a Pirate Shipwreck complete with real shooting water cannons, it's no surprise Lake Buena Vista Resort made this list. TripAdvisor
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    Marriott's Harbour Lake
    Orlando, Florida is the family vacation capital of the world. At least it sure seems that way! This hotel is a great choice for those looking for accommodations central to Universal, Sea World and Walt Disney World Resort. TripAdvisor
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    As soon as I saw Disney's latest movie Brave, I was pining away for Scotland. Located in Broderick, Isle of Arran, this establishment has an incredible amount of 5 star reviews from raving families. TripAdvisor
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The Georgian Blogger Probably Attacked Himself

Written by on August 7, 2009

Yesterday the world stopped. Well... Okay, what really happened was that Twitter, Facebook, and LiveJournal was down for hours.

We were all up in arms. I even wrote on Twitter: "Someone announced war on Twitter, Facebook and Google. That's pretty stupid, pissing off 300 million people."

Since then, we have all learned that this wasn't actually an attack on Twitter, but a attack on a single person, a Georgian blogger, who advocates against Russia in the ongoing conflict in the region.

But something doesn't add up.

The official word, so far, is that this wasn't a ordinary DDoS attack, where you get tons of ‘zombie' computers to generate huge amounts of requests, overwhelming the targeted web server. This attack was different.

What happened was that someone sent out huge amounts of emails, with links to this blogger's website and social profiles. And when millions of people started clicking on these, Twitter and LiveJournal was flooded with traffic, which took down their sites.

The problem here is that the ones generating this traffic were people, not ‘bots' (automated computers). So the attacker apparently wanted so many people to see this site, that the site would fail?

As the officials said later "It was a simultaneous attack across a number of properties targeting him to keep his voice from being heard".

That just doesn't make any sense at all. What if Twitter hadn't failed, then tons and tons of people would have seen what this guy said, they would have read his articles, been exposed to his opinions and heard his voice.

Remember that the attack also included Facebook, but Facebook actually handled most of the pressure, and as such a lot of people went to his Facebook page, and read his content.

The real story (I think)

What I think happened, was that this blogger wanted to get more traffic to his site. He wanted millions of people to hear his voice, to read his articles, and to join his cause.

And in his rush for greed, he decided to send out millions of emails to everyone. Getting as many people as possible to visit his sites and social profiles.

Little did he know, of course, that he was too effective. The automated email system was way too big. And as such, he sent out far more emails, to far more people, than Twitter and LiveJournal could handle.

He took himself down.

This, I think, is what really happened.

It simply doesn't make sense to keep people from reading about you, by getting a lot of other people to go to your site. If that were their objective, then the ‘attackers' would have used an automated bot-net. Making sure that nobody could get to his site.

No, it is far more likely that the blogger himself wanted to get more traffic, and sent out millions of emails to get people's attention.

He later apologized for the spam e-mail attack in which the sender was spoofed and made to look like the e-mails were sent by him. So now he is trying to cover it up. He is trying to make it sound as if someone else sent out millions of spam emails in his name.

This was not an attack by someone wanting to ‘stop people from hearing your voice'. This was an advertising campaign that ended up being far too effective.

I don't know what really happened, but I don't think anyone was attacked yesterday. I just think one guy got too greedy...

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Experience the unspoilt charms of a peaceful tropical island with the Beach Club Cruise. After cruising in comfort to Lembongan Island aboard the luxury catamaran Bali Hai II, you are transferred to the private Beach Club only minutes away. Here you can relax on golden sands, lie back in the shade of the tranquil gardens, or cool off in lagoon pool. If the mood takes you, an array of activities includes pool volleyball, banana boat rides, snorkeling and island excursions.

And to add to the tropical atmosphere there's an appetizing BBQ lunch, which includes salads and fresh fish grilled at pool-side cabana.

This programs will departs at 9.15am and returns at 4.15pm

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Style: American Pale Ale (APA)

Alcohol by volume (ABV): 6.50%

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4.12/5  rDev +1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

I am absolutely in love with Odell's Myrcenary, so i'm branching out to their other beers. Had a sample of this at Andy's in Rochester, MN which inspired me to get a 6 pack.

A - Hazy orange with a slight amber hue. Decent 1" off-white head that disappears within two minutes.

S - I love the combo of hops that these guys use, and all their beers smell like it (it is 7 different varieties). Hops upfront, malt backbone to sweeten things up.

T - Follows the nose. More bittering hops used than the Myrcenary, but that's to be expected because it's an EPA. Fruity and floral tastes linger on the palate.

M - Decent carbonation and alcohol is well hidden.

O - Not an EPA expert but this is a sessionable hoppy beer. Easy to drink and not too bitter. Recommended!

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look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

12oz can, sample from the brewery.

This is an amazing looking brew, perfect looking clarity within the pale amber hue and the head drops a curtain of lacing down the glass. Smells of find citrus zest, wild flowers, and some breadiness. Smooth with a tight crispness, a good amount of body shows this beer is about balance as the maltiness builds up enough to keep the hops in check. Prick of hop bitterness, slightly toasted bread crust, pear-like fruitiness, kiss of caramel, and a mildly estery alcohol. Way too easy to knock back.

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look: 4.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75

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3.98/5  rDev -2.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

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4.36/5  rDev +6.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

Enjoyed this wonderful brew on tap. Poured into a pint glass; it's a lovely, clear golden color with dense white foam that leaves lacing down the glass.
The aroma is citrus, pineapple and mango and a hint of candied fruit and sweet biscuit.
The taste SO delivers. Lots of tropical fruit and citrus with a hint of pine bitterness at the end.
The mouthfeel is awesome! Smooth and creamy. The alcohol is totally hidden.
Overall, a delicious and very refreshing pale ale. Among my favorites in this style.

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look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

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look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

12 oz bottle. Pours a slightly hazy gold with a frothy white head that retains well and laces the glass.

The aroma is bready malts and fruity, resiny hops with a little peppery spice.

The flavor is some sweet malts followed by a citrusey, resiney hop finish. Not a ton of bitterness but the flavors are good. The mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with smooth carbonation.

Overall, a very well done and easy drinking APA.

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12 ounce bottle, purchased at Gomer's in Kansas City. 101709 is stamped on the label, not sure what it tells us....anyway this tasty offering pours slightly hazed yellowy amber, decent retention on the off white head and respectable froth and strandlet of lace left on the glass. herbal and citric nose...grapefruit infused ale, fruity,fairly tart and bitingly bitter, especially in the finish. Hop heads rejoice and go and get some of this tasty nectar

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look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Serving glass: Poured from bottle into Nonic Imperial Pint.

Appearance: Bright yellow with a touch of haze. Nice foamy white head and light lacing lines.

Smell: Very tangy orange and other citrus, with mild pine and grainy caramel malts.

Taste: Mostly orange-like hop oils with just barely sweet grainy caramel malts providing balance. Ends with bitter notes of spice and pine.

Feel: Moderate carbonation, smooth and oily but fairly light body, dry finish.

Drinkability: Lots of hop oils for an APA, making this a fairly unique beer for the style. However, despite the hop oils, it does not stray into IPA territory. Very drinkable with lots of flavor. Pretty impressive overall.

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look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

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This is hoppy as most IPAs. Not too bitter in the finish. Big flavor.

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Endangered Delmarva Peninsula Fox Squirrel Protected:
State Department Facility Will Not Be Built in Squirrel Habitat

 WASHINGTON— Just hours after the Center for Biological Diversity announced it would sue over the project, the federal government today scrapped plans to build a sprawling State Department training center in rural Maryland in habitat for the endangered Delmarva Peninsula fox squirrel. The Foreign Affairs Security Training Facility had been proposed for the Ruthsburg area.

“It was clear from the outset that bombing and live-ammunition exercises shouldn’t be conducted anywhere near these rare squirrels,” said Bethany Cotton, a staff attorney at the Center. “This is a victory not only for the fox squirrel, but also for the rural character of Queen Anne’s County.”

In March, the Center commented on the inappropriateness of the proposed location and called for the legally required analysis of the impacts to the fox squirrel. Earlier today, the Center notified the State Department and General Services Administration it would sue to protect the fox squirrel from impacts of the proposed facility, including destruction of habitat, vehicle strikes due to increased traffic and noise impacts. In the letter announcing the withdrawal, the GSA stated “the preliminary analysis showed that, among other potential concerns, there would be a significant change in land use and considerable noise and traffic impacts.”

“Today the federal government recognized that habitat for an endangered species in a rural farming community is an inappropriate location for a 2,000-acre complex set to train 10,000 people annually,” said Cotton.

Photo surveys not only confirmed the presence of the squirrel at the proposed site but proved the area is heavily used by these rare animals. The primary threats to Delmarva Peninsula fox squirrels are habitat degradation and destruction and vehicle strikes.

The Delmarva Peninsula fox squirrel is a large, heavy-bodied tree squirrel with an unusually full, fluffy tail. The fox squirrel is frosty silver to slate gray with a white belly and can grow to be 30 inches long with 15 inches of tail. Historically, it occurred in southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, south-central New Jersey, Maryland and the Virginia portion of the Delmarva Peninsula. By the turn of the century, the squirrel had disappeared from New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia, and by 1936 it had disappeared from Delaware as well. In 1967, when the squirrel was listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act, it survived in only 10 percent of its former range in four eastern Maryland counties: Kent, Queen Anne’s, Talbot and Dorchester. Delmarva fox squirrels require mature, park-like forests of both hardwood and pine trees, with little undergrowth.

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Postby Impelluso » Thu May 10, 2012 3:35 pm

(I posted this in another place, but now think this is the place... I am sorry...)

I am new to this.

All I want to do is convert a blender scene and view it on a web page

I have been teaching myself blender... (and I can make a test scene)

And I have taught myself WebGL coding... (and have made some simple 3D interactive web pages (buttons, mouse interaction, etc)

Now I need to push the limit to really see if this is what I wish to use for the task I must undertake.

I installed python (as it appears I should).

And at this point I am totally lost.

I do not know what to install and where to install and how to activate it....

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The nervous 3-year-old filly was on the muscle as she headed to the Lexington racetrack's Haggin course, but she was all business closing down the lane to run 1 1/8 miles on the firm turf in 1:48.43 for trainer Mike Maker and her local connections. Alterite was also flying with a bid to her inside but ran out of ground before finishing second by a neck.

A record fall meet crowd of 32,717 was in attendance at Keeneland on Saturday.

"She's a little tough to deal with; she was a little nervous there in the paddock," Maker said. "With the crowd today at Keeneland, we thought we'd get her out of there and play it a little safe."

"She always comes from behind and we had the pace today; they went pretty fast in front and she made a big run at the end," Leparoux said. "I tried to get a jump a little bit on Johnny (on Alterite) and we got to the lead, and then he never could catch up."

That quick pace was set by Leigh Court, who sailed away to a one-length advantage for a quarter in :23.27 and opened up to 1 1/2 lengths while going a half-mile in :46.56. Kitten's Dumplings was seventh as three-quarters went in 1:10.55, but advanced four-wide to second coming off the far turn and had the leader in her sights at the head of the lane.

Angling out for the drive and closing strongly as a mile went in 1:35.35, the winner passed a tiring Leigh Court and then held off Alterite, winner of the Sept. 14 Garden City Stakes (gr. IT), by a neck.

Kitten's Dumplings paid $11.80, $4.60, and $3.60 as the third choice at 9-2, while Alterite returned $3.20 and $2.60. Caroline Thomas was third at 18-1 for $5.20. Leigh Court, SayI'm Already SexyEmotional KittenSarach, and Concise completed the order of finish.

Kitten's Dumplings came off a fourth-place finish as the favorite in the Aug. 17 Del Mar Oaks (gr. IT) at Del Mar and before that won three in a row: the Edgewood Stakes and the Regret Stakes (gr. IIIT) at Churchill Downs, and the Lake George Stakes (gr. IIT) at Saratoga Race Course.

She was bred in Kentucky out of the Grand Slam mare Granny Franny and now has six wins and a second from 12 starts for earnings of $691,262.

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I've been doing a lot of reading lately (because of access to a lot of books (I work in Model Homes) and this book is unbelievably good. True-life great moments and lots of laughs. Wish it had been made into a movie. Kathy Bates would have had to have a part in it. Give me more time and Ill come up with others that should star in it but definitely Kathy Bates as Dorothy.
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I have been an avid reader since age 8, but when I finished reading Standing In the Rainbow I did something I have never done before; I turned back to page 1 and read it all over again.
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I have just finished reading 'Standing in the Rainbow' and all I have to say is what a brilliant and awe inspiring work. I felt that I had become a part of these characters lives and the changes for which each character undergoes was trully magically intertwined with real life. The author was able to take fictional characters in a realistic timeframe and intergrate them to the most amazing tapestry of a time gone by, from the loss of innocence of days gone by to the changing times of the modern world that we now live in. It made a cynic like me wonder with all the technology at our finger tips that we have lost the spirit of community and caring for one another. It made me yearn for a time that I had not even been part of. This is a great book to recommend to anyone interested in real life proposed in a fictional world. Fannie Flagg is a true master at work and I was lost in her world and can't wait to see what she writes next. The only downfall of the book is that when it is finished, I, personally, feel that I have lost a community and a host of friends. I hated it to end and would love to go back to Elmswood Springs and discover new slices of Americana life. A true gem.
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Fannie Flagg brings a past era to life in such vivid detail that we who were not alive during that era look back upon it with a great deal of nostlgia. Each character becomes a friend and at novels end we feel that we have lost something wonderful. Walsh.
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This book was fabulous the plot kept me interested in the book and it was really really good. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone. I chose to write my book report on it for school and it is turning out really great! Lisa See is a great author!
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I didn't like the writing, so much that when the wartime part was over I put the book away. Situations were unbelievable: mother is raped to an extent that she dies, but before that she spends an entire night passing on her wisdom to her (ugly) daughter. Beautiful daughter is treated kindly by all, and when she toils miles to deliver ugly smart daughter to hospital in wheelbarrow, beautiful daughter's hands suffer terribly and receive major attention while raped ugly daughter kind of languishes off-stage. Lots of cliches, like bad guys speaking "roughly." I really didn't want to read any more, and my opinion of New York Times reviewer Janet Maslin has really gone down!
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Lisa See has written a great book! This story is satisfying on many levels, some scenes horrifying, but seemingly truthful, and her handling of the relationship between sisters exactly right, if not (thankfully) the story of all sister relationships. I especially urge all readers to take the time to read the acknowledgment section and reprint of a LA Times article at the end of the novel.
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Excellent read! I was riveted all the way through. The expression of feelings with the INS was fantastic. This is a "book club" read for about a dozen women who have ALL loved it!
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Shanghai Girls has alot of potential, but doesn't quite reach the mark.
Set in the 'Paris of Asia' and then in China Town LA, it presents compelling people and places. Character development is rounded for the two main characters, although not particularly for anyone else. The descriptions of Shanghai are vivid, and the way Lisa See describes the rape scene is truly harrowing. It is also obvious that much research has been put in. It's downfall is its lack of description through-out the book. It gets bogged-down midway by too much politics, although to some extent this is inevitable, it is still a shame the book isn't written in the same beauty as Peony In Love.
In conclusion, this was a great, emotive, and original book, although you may have to push yourself to read on halfway through.
Kelly (07/15/09)

Shanghai Girls was so powerful a book that it rules out anything I have ever read. The book was full of sadness and agony; yet it is so real. The characters are a work of fiction, but similar events have occurred in China's past. Having been told many similar stories of my Chinese ancestors, I was very moved by this book. Lisa See is a very talented writer to be able to recapture the sadness and anger felt by many Chinese at that generation.
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Lisa See does an amazing job detailing the horrific events faced by the Chinese people before WWII. at the hands of brutal soldiers. I loved the way that the strong bond between sisters was so vividly portrayed, and although the ending seemed a bit abrupt for my taste, I am hoping that this was done on purpose to leave the possibility open for a sequel in the future.
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The chase between a wild horse and man.

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Submitted: August 03, 2012

It’s a cold winter’s night with white snow all around,

The wise owl hoots while he watches the ground.

The moon glows brightly and shimmers on a pond,

A man in the moon looks down at whatever he is fond.

A regal white stallion stands there on the bank,

His transparent coat could be mistaken as a cruel child’s prank.

His breath mists as it hits the air,

He stomps his feet and his nostrils flare.

His mane is the wind’s friend and his neigh is a whisper,

His stare is crisp but the air’s even crisper.

As he stands there in peace he hears a sound,

It’s not a gun or a bear or even a hound.

A much graver thing is what he hears,

He nervously snorts and flattens his ears.

From across the pond he espies what he dreads,

Out of the trees poke ten horse heads.

And on their backs, with beady eyes glowing,

Ten men sit in silence, their cold weapons showing.

In equal silence our hero there stands,

He stares at his oppressors and contemplates his plans.

He closes his eyes and makes no sound,

Then all of a sudden he turns around.

He lifts his tail and jumps through the snow,

His enemies spur their horses also.

Over logs and through trees our hero does run,

His life is in peril, he thinks this not fun.

The men whistle and shout their poor horses on,

Soon both parties have long passed the pond.

Our hero gallops faster and faster,

 If he is caught it will be a disaster.

For lo! Our horse is none other than,

 White Whisper, the long lost horse of a Gypsy caravan.

He is as white as the snow and well built in size,

He is wanted by many for a very great price.

The harsh wild terrain has made him tough,

 The creatures have taught him how to be buff.

He has learned all the tricks from others who have been caught,

And the new little foals he has diligently taught.

No one can catch him, of that he is sure,

His freedom he loves and it is surly secure.

But poor White Whisper grows tired of running,

His wits are digressing and so is his cunning.

He slowly lifts one hoof in front of the other,

He lets out a cry but in the wind it is smothered.

His enemies upon him are fast in gaining,

His muscles are aching and his strength is waning.

The snow keeps coming and grows firmly in place,

White Whisper has stopped running in grace.

Now he leaps and bounds in a scattered way,

He’s running for his life once again to his dismay.

Those evil villains keep their horses coming,

 Their ropes ready to fall around the victim that’s running.

When will the end to this fox chase come?

How long can our hero continue to run?

White Whisper with his flaring nose in the air,

 Lifts up a cry that sounds like a prayer.

 As if in answer to his cry for help,

The snow gets thicker and the others yelp.

 Even the trees get denser in size,

And the enemies soon quite lose their prize.

In triumph White Whisper knickers his thanks

To the God who has shown him unending grace.

Now he lifts his great head and white tail high,

His eyes he lifts up to the sky.

White Whisper our hero still remains free,

Tell me, who could be happier than he?

Tired from his chase he searches for a place,

To rest his legs and recover his grace.

The forest once loud with the whistles of men,

Now falls into peaceful silence again.

Our hero lays his pretty head down,

And the moon shines brightly upon his brow.

He falls asleep to the sound of dropping snow,

He is a majestic being, you know.

For our horse is none other than,

White Whisper, the wild horse of an old Gypsy caravan.

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CN..GK with CN-DU: This combination permits the use of a rectangular circuit board (minimisation of production costs).
CN..GU with CN-DU: Universal enclosure without pre-set terminal positions, permitting the use of larger connectors parallel to the circuit board.
CN..FP: Front panel (coded in its direction of insertion). Customer-specific front panels e.g. made of aluminium, are also available as alternatives.
CN..FK: Front flap – can be removed for operation of the components behind it.
CN...FKG: Crystal-clear front flat which makes LEDs visible without additional processing.
PCB plug-in slot parallel to the front panel for the fitting of front operating elements etc.
Possible terminal insertion for the enclosures (suitable terminals as accessories): CN 19-4 x 2 poles, CN 22-4 x 3 poles, CN 26-4 x 3 poles.
Foot catch for rail fitting (factory-fitted); load capacity, F = static load max. 40 N
Categories: DIN rail enclosure, Wall enclosures, Plastic enclosures, Enclosures up to IP 40 / DIN EN 60529, Standard enclosures, Enclosures for electronics, Empty enclosures, Enclosures


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GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition Camera

7 Days
Retail: $399.99
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The GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition Camera is about 20% smaller and lighter than the GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Camera and sports faster WiFi. The camera captures 4K Cinema, 2.7K Cinema, 1440p and Full HD 1080p video and takes photographs up to 4000 x 3000px. The Wi-Fi Remote has a range of up to 600' and is also waterproof up to 10' and can control up to 50 GoPros at a time. This GoPro supports panorama SuperView wide angle photo capture and time-lapse recording from .5 seconds to 60 seconds. It also features continuous shooting (10 FPS) and Burst Mode (30 FPS). The battery also lasts 30% longer than its predecessor but a second battery can be rented separately for extra shooting time. Please note that this GoPro does not come with an LCD Touch BacPac.The GoPro is ideal for sports participants, adventure travel, and underwater shooting.
  • • HD HERO3+ Camera
  • • USB to Mini USB Cable
  • • Sticky Mount
  • • GoPro Hero System Quick Release Buckle
  • • Back Door Clip
  • • GoPro HERO3+ Housing
  • • Sealed Back Door
  • • Ventilated Back Door
  • • GoPro HERO3+ Battery
  • • GoPro Rubber Locking Ring
  • • GoPro WiFi Remote
  • • GoPro WiFi Attachment Key
  • • GoPro WiFi Remote Charging Cable
  • • GoPro Long Thumbscrew
  • • GoPro Short Thumbscrew
  • • GoPro Pivot Arm - Short
  • • GoPro Pivot Arm - Long
  • • GoPro J-Hook Buckle
  • • This GoPro has built-in WiFi. We are not responsible for any WiFi failures or issues with router configurations. Please refer to GoPro support for programming details.
  • • The WiFi password is blgoprohero. Changing the password will result in a $30 fee.
  • • This camera uses Micro SD cards with a Class 10 rating, which are not included.
  • • Refer to this chart for recording times in each video setting.
  • • Refer to this chart for battery life in different settings.
  • • This GoPro does not come with an LCD Touch BacPac.
  • • Sensor: Low-Light 12MP
  • • File Format: MP4/H.264
  • • Video: 4K (12-15 FPS), 2.7K (24-30 FPS), 1440p (24-48 FPS), Full HD (24-60 FPS), and more.
  • • Ports: Mini-USB, Micro HDMI
  • • Lens: Fixed f/2.8, Ultra Wide Field-of-View
  • • Memory: (1) Micro SD Card Slot (Card Not Included)
  • • Audio: Native Mono, 48 kHz, AAC compression with AGC / Supports 3.5mm Stereo Mic Via Adapter (Not Included)
  • • Warning: No Built-In Speakers
  • • Warning: LCD Touch BacPac Not Included
  • • Weight: 4.8 oz