A number of readers of this site and users of the Flip Video Camera have reported small problems with the operation of their Flip. I have experienced some myself, but compared the ease of use of the Flip Camera, I can live with a few problems.
Some of the fixes are easy and others are not.
Less memory after clearing the camera
This is a common problem. Say you have used the full 60:00 on the camera. You copy your videos to your computer and check the memory. It says 59:53 or something similar. Where did those 7,8 or 10 seconds go?
A fix exists - (http://www.fixya.com/support/t434532-lost_time_inaccessible_files_flip) - the problem may be with the Windows Recycle Bin. When the camera is attached and emptied, users say the Recycle Bin may be sticking a small file on the camera's memory. Connect the Flip to the USB port on the computer, empty your computers Recycle Bin and check the Flip memory again.
Battery short life or freeze ups
This has been connected with battery quality or battery life. Make sure you use high quality new batteries with your Flip Video camera (not a battery you fished out of your kid's toys or from the back of the junk drawer!).
Upgrade the firmware
There have been small problems identified by Pure and the Flip Camera community. Upgrading the firmware is easy and should be done every time a new version comes out.
High Speed USB Required
The Flip Video Camera requires a high speed USB port on your computer. Some USB ports are slower than others so try another port on your computer if video copying is not working or crashing.
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