Jan 7 2010
International CES, Booth 11006-10506 - Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX) today announced additions to its already successful Small Wonder camcorder line by adding several new form factors, including palm-style and active-lifestyle/sports models. There will be six new models; five offering HD video recording, two with a newly designed palm-style form factor for the traditionalist and a rugged/waterproof model for the outdoor enthusiast.
Screen sizes range from 1.5 to 2.4-inches and connections include USB, AV, and/or HDMI. Small Wonder camcorders feature RCA Memory Manager software allowing consumers to view, edit, save and share videos via YouTube, Box.net, Facebook and Vimeo. They work hand-in-hand on any PC (Windows XP or Vista), so users can make the most of the Small Wonder.
"Small Wonder camcorders are one of our strongest lines with feature-packed models at all the right price points," said Tom Malone, president, Audiovox Electronics Corporation. "Now we are adding some of the most popular consumer preferences with the palm-style models and a water-proof camcorder that is rugged enough for any outdoor activity."
Wherever, whenever, the EZ4000 active-lifestyle camcorder is always there. This water-proof Small Wonder has been designed for the person who likes their activities wet or dry. The slim design fits perfectly in a shirt pocket or fanny pack. It offers HD video recording in (1080p) H.264 as well as a sports recording mode. The micro SD card expansion slot can expand up to 16GB and the two-inch screen size allows for clear video and still-photo playback. There's also a built-in rechargeable battery and Memory Manager software. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP): $169.99. This unit will be available in the spring of 2010.
The EZ5000 and EZ5100 palm-style Small Wonders offer consumers the traditional 'cosmetics' of a camcorder with point and shoot simplicity. Each shoots in 720p and 1080p, offer optical zoom up to 5x, auto focus, stereo microphone, eight megapixel still-photo capabilities, and a 2.4-inch LCD color flip-out screen. They both come with a built-in rechargeable battery and Memory Manager software. MSRP: $169.99 (EZ5000); $199.99 (EZ5100). This unit will be available in the spring of 2010.
Rounding-out the 2010 Small Wonder line are three "point and shoot" models including the EZ1000, EZ2000 and EZ3000. The EZ1000 has a 1.5-inch LCD flip-out display, MJPEG video recording (HQ or WebQ), micro SD card expansion slot (up to 16GB), is Mac and PC compatible, and powered by four AAA batteries. The EZ2000 and EZ3000 both feature a slim design, HD recording in 720p (EZ2000) and 1080p (EZ3000), as well as HQ and WebQ recording modes, a two-inch LCD display, built-in rechargeable battery, HDMI connection, micro SD card expansion slot (up to 16GB), still-photo capture and two GB micro SD card included (EZ3000). MSRP: $99.99 (EZ1000); $129.99 (EZ2000); $149.99 (EZ3000).