Cisco this month released an updated Flip MinoHD handheld digital camera, which has a larger screen and is smaller in overall size than its predecessors. A user can hold the device with one hand to shoot video, which can be played back on a 2-inch screen. This device fits easily in the pocket, giving it a size advantage over full-featured cameras, which could be difficult to carry.

The Flip device can record two hours of video at a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels. A built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to two hours of run time. The battery can be recharged by plugging the device into a PC's USB port. An HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) output allows videos from the camera to be played directly on TV sets.

At US$229.99, the device may seem a bit expensive, but it is great for quick, in-the-moment videos seen on sites like YouTube. But video could be choppy if the hand shakes when shooting.