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I don't get the bad reviews unless this item breaks in a week. I just received and tested it out. The video is very good and the audio within the video file is amazing. I could clearly hear my television from a room away in the video clip. Instructions can be found on YouTube under y2000. I will update if stops working but I am very satisfied as of now. Very small also.

So I got this to add to my Robosapien. It isn't even a hack, per se....as the unit is totally self enclosed. I added a 2G mini SD card that I had on hand, charged it up, and put a plush Velcro dot on the back of the camera and corresponding hook Velcro dot on basically the "belly button" of the Robosapien....easy, instant video capability.....yes, you have to press the button to activate the camera, but it is so easy, it's not a problem, and it doesn't look bad at all.It's pretty cool, I say, and the price was a pittance.

Excellent product. Records video, voice and can be played back through windows media player. Time-stamp on video can be fixed to your time-zone..I give ten stars - you cannot ask for anything more for nine dollars. woooow amazing...

The first one I got did not work so they sent me another one ASAP and it works good.The video and pics are ok, it is fun to play with a sling shot,get some crazy video!All in all not bad for 10$The next one is for my Cheerston cx10 micro drone project!!

I Love this little camera! Yes its kinda a piece of junk but what do you really expect for $8? It truly far exceeds my expectations from an $8 device. It's really not suitable for a lot of purposes, as there are so many better ones better suited to your application. But if you need Super Duper Cheap and mega-tiny and uber-light, and are tech savvy, this thing really is cool! The picture quality is not bad at all. It doesn't perform flawlessly all the time (it locks up sometimes, the clock is hard to set, the AVI files that come out of it are difficult to edit, it takes FOREVER to transfer via USB - way faster to take the Micro SD card out and put it in your computer directly, but you don't have to)...but the darn thing works and only costs $8 bucks!The screen is a tiny sticker, there's no viewfinder or way to review your pictures on the camera. When connected to your PC, you can do any of 3 things simultaneously: just charge, transfer files (it appears as a removable drive), and live-stream / webcam. It needs a real computer to charge, it doesn't charge from a regular USB charger-only. But THE DARN THING WORKS and has DECENT QUALITY FOR AN $8 ALL-IN DEVICE!So why did I buy it when there are so many better cameras? My particular application required the tiniest self-contaned/self-powered camera in existence. I have a super-light model RC plane and I wanted to turn it into a "drone" on the cheap. So for me, for $8 I now can record video from my plane. After doing many flights with it fully assembled (and the camera performed flawlessly even after a few crashes, but the plane didn't love the miniscule extra weight), so I removed the outer casing to even further shed weight and size. The working innards are of course super tiny and yes they work! So now the innards of the tiny camera are part of my plane and it flies almost as fast as without it. Overall I couldn't be happer for my $8 bucks.The video really is decent for being high up in the air. It's no Go-Pro, its way far from HD, but again, its DVD-quality at best, but the thing is light, tiny and only EIGHT BUCKS! So as long as you remember the thing is disposable and probably easily swallowed, the thing really does a bang-up job.

BUTTON INSTRUCTIONS:--------------------Hold for 3 seconds to turn on and enter standby mode; LED stays on.Press once to take a picture; LED blinks once.Hold for 2 seconds to start video capture; LED blinks slowly.Press once to stop video capture; LED stays on.Hold for 4 seconds to turn off; LED turns off.OTHER FUNCTIONS:----------------Plug USB cable into camera and computer. LED Blinks fast as it is charging the battery.Windows 7 automatically installs the driver for storage mode. Removable Storage shows up in Computer then you can access the pictures and videos.While charging, press button once. Removable storage disappears, Windows 7 installs "Imaging devices->USB2.0 Device" webcam.Download and run your favorite webcam software.While charging, press button to toggle between "storage mode" and "webcam mode".TROUBLESHOOTING:----------------You turn it on to standby mode, but the LED blinks fast 11 times then shuts off:- Check that you have a Micro SD card inserted with the label (top) facing the lens. If you do, check that it's formatted for FAT or FAT32. If it is, try pressing the reset button in the front near the LED. You will need a paperclip for this. Then turn it on again. If it's still not staying on, try a different Micro SD card or charge the battery.Change the camera time:- Plug USB cable into camera and computer. It should be in "storage mode". Find or create the text file time.txt created on the Micro SD card and edit file and change to correct time. Example; "2012-05-01 23:59:59". Save it then unplug. Turn it on and the time will be set.________________________________________________________________I don't know how and why people give this a 1 star. What do you expect from a $10 micro video/picture camera?For $10 this thing is really amazing! It's so small which is amazing, and it can record on removable Micro SD which is amazing, it has a USB connection and a built-in rechargeable battery using the USB connection which is amazing, and it records at 30 frames per second (with audio) which is amazing. The plastic casing is normal hard plastic, which is why I don't understand how some people would think that it feels cheap like a toy!?When I first got this the battery was dead, so I had to recharge it. Then it wasn't recognizing my 1GB Micro SD card even though it was formatted for FAT or FAT32. It would turn on, then just turn off after 5 seconds later. So I pressed the reset button on the front then it was able to recognize it and created the necessary directories. The webcam mode worked as expected too.My pictures turn out to be 1280x1024 even through the box states they should be 1280x720. Maybe it's internally 1280x720 stretched to 1280x1024 output, I'm not sure. The video is 720x480 even though the box states it should be 640x480. Again, not sure if internally it sees 640x480 and stretches it to 720x480. I just know all my AVI files are 720x480 no matter what program I use to view the file statistics. I've seen numerous specs on the resolution of this camera, so maybe there's multiple versions passing around?I ordered 2 of these cameras on a Sunday. The first was from a China dealer. Then about 20 minutes later I ordered from a local California dealer. The CA item arrived in 3 days. While the China item arrived in only 9 days. The CA order was a retail package, it came with retail box labeled as a "Y2000 Mini Camcorder" (there seems to be a Y2000, Y3000, and Y5000 models). The China order arrived in an envelope without the retail box, but everything else included was the same. There was no CD in either shipment which was expected, as even the retail box doesn't state that it should come with one. The CD wasn't even necessary as Windows 7 found the camera and installed drivers automatically for storage mode and webcam mode. And I was able to download a free webcam program anyway, there's tons of free ones out there.I haven't tested the length of battery time, but others have and say maybe 40 or so minutes of video? You'd have to test it for yourself.All in all this camera is as advertised. It's cheap, small, and works. The quality is not 1080p clarity, but for the price it's a steal! This technology 15 years ago would have been $1000!!There are better video quality cameras out there, but they are more money than this one. I've talked a coworker into buying two of these from the local seller, and those worked the same as mine.I would highly recommend this camera to anyone.

Great!!

Works well as intended, haven't found any problems yet. Music out of it isn't GREAT but works well. The mic also is a little underpowered but still works

These are great if you have ear plugs. At least that what I do working in a factory

quite good according to it's price . works as expected , sound is normal and perfect for what i wanted. just microphone isn't as good as it must be , you have to put it near your neck to let your partner hear what are you talking . if you put it near neck everything works perfectly.P.Stnx to seller 5 stars from me :*

Highly recommend this seller! I had some minor issues with the order, seller contacted me quickly and helped me solve my problem. Quality of the product is on par with the industry norms. If you're expecting the same volume and clarity you would get from a normal headset then you are not only going to be disappointed but also are missing the point. This is a covert listening device that connects to any standard MP3, Cell or Walkie. This is not meant for listening to music or standard phone calls, this is for covert instructions or feedback when you do not want anyone else in the room listening to your other party.Pros: Works as advertised. Comes with 2 earpieces which makes the conversation louder than a single. Instructions are easy to follow, anyone can install and start using right away.Cons: The little black box the batteries connect to gets very hot and will burn you if worn under clothes. (This can be rectified by using a 3rd party housing for both the batteries and the box, also you may be able to use insulator wax found at Radio Shack and the like)Overall I'm extremely happy with my purchase and it serves its purpose well.

Very good

I decided to try this camera on a small quadcopter and see what would happen. There is no point in filming at night, because in low light nothing is visible in the video. Just useful for daylight.

I just received it. I think it is so adorable. It took me a bit of time figuring it out. But I finally got it to work. It records and takes pictures. Yes the quality is not perfect it is like when the digital cameras first came out. So to compare to the photography camera now forget it. This mini camera is crap compared to the professional ones. BUT It does work fine. It is worth the price. I think it is great for the price and size. I will place in one picture i took with it. it is a pic it took with the camera turned sideways. I am noticing it takes pics that look zoomed in a bit. I will take more pics and videos another day with it outside. And see how they are compared to indoors.

This camera is really cheap, but the quality you get is surprising. It seems that in full daylight you do get 720p quality. I use this to mount on the end of my airsoft guns, it works perfectly for that. I would recomend this to anyone who doesn't want to spend a bunch of money on a camera, but wants pretty good quality

The first camera was delivered with a defective operating button on the camera, but after contacting the company I received a new camera that, I think, had to be rushed delivered. I used it in one of my model rocket's and the movie of the launch came back with incredible results! It was like having an expensive handheld camcorder inside that rocket. Very pleased. Packing was great for such a small and delicate item. Thumbs up!

It is an amazing little piece of equipment. Just like the picture, it is unbelievable small, so it can be put most anywhere, a cap bill or stick it out a button hole. Twenty years ago, small cameras, not near as small as this one, cost several hundred dollars. At ten bucks it's a giveaway.

Made of fragile plastic parts but what I expected for this item at this price and because of it's micro size. Picture quality is that of a low quality surveillance camera but you would definitely be able to identify the subject in the photos. If you are wanting something small to take quality pictures this is not the one. I rated it four stars because while it is average on quality for it's size it is awesome as a novelty item. If you are looking for a novelty item that actually works this is for you. This would make a cute gift for a photographer friend if you put it on a necklace which is what I am doing with mine. Adorable item. Pleased with what I got for the money.

The product was exactly as described. All you do is stick this small magnet in your ear, hang the wire loop around your neck, and music is magically broadcasted directly into your ear. The only complaint I have is the sound is fairly quiet unless the loop is right next to your ear and the magnet is almost directly touching your ear drum. I can't really tell that the magnet is in my ear unless I push my work ear plugs a bit too far into my ear canal but that is a rare occurrence and would be non-existent if you use the soft foam plugs.For my intended use it is not perfect but for 10 bucks I can afford to easily play around with the unit until I either break it or find a way to boost the sound.

I had to make adjustment in my microphone connection from the circuit board connection because it wasn't already set up the first time I connected it up the circuit board begin to smoke, so I quickly disconnected it and went to youtube to see it that would help there I got the help I needed. I disconnected the batteries and stuck a small flat head screw driver in the slot so the male plugs would connect with the female plug properly and now it is fine. I was hesitant to but the ear pieces in my ear but I did and the magnet easily removes them (shownuff). However I wish it was more compact now you have to wear a jacket with and inside pocket to be discreet.

good

Works just as well as the earpiece ones sold on amazon. The advantage of this is it uses neodymium magnets instead of electromagnets so it can be better concealed, but the volume is pretty quiet. This can be improved by modifying it and using a higher voltage input on the inductive loop. If you're looking for discrete communication, it's what this product will give you. If you're looking for wireless headphones or a walkie talkie earpiece, look elsewhere. Four stars only because it really should come with two of the larger magnets.

Right, simple enough. When I first received this product, I was not happy. After fiddling around with it, I managed to hear something. Still not working how it was described. A friend came over and wanted to test it out. It worked perfectly for him. Turns out It wasn't deep enough in my ear. My advice mess around with it until you have it right. Four stars instead of five because the unit is a bit hard to conceal under a t-shirt, although any light jacket, sweater, or vest will do fine.

Ok

Same thing why did I buy this...

Regular, la batería no aguanta mucho!

I'm not going to say it doesn't work because I have gotten it to work battery is very limited as a webcam or a spycam always-connected to a computer works great walking around with it's just too difficult to figure out if it's taking video or if it's taking a still and you have to use a computer to format it first off which is kind of annoying I was thinking I can pop it in and out of my smartphone but noooo I have to change the video settings in my phone

I've owned quite a few of these small cameras that I use for various applications. I have a small keychain cam that I like (small, can fit in my pocket, can use with my RC helicopters), and it takes good video.As for this camera: It's probably the easiest to use of the small cams I've owned. But it has some limitations. First: The photos are of poor quality, and they are stretched. The look is similar to what you'd get if you took a 4:3 photo and stretched it to a widescreen. It's just odd. The quality of the photo is also a bit sub-par to some of my other small cameras (grainy) That's particularly disappointing as the lens is larger than the other ones that I own. Video is also of lower quality than I'm used to, but thankfully it's better than the photos and not stretched.Then there's the shape of the thing. It looks like a toy camera for a doll. The lens is cartoonishly large in comparison with the rest of it. (The entire package is small overall). But this isn't something you are going to hide too easily as a nanny cam because, well, it looks like a camera. Unless you hide it inside something and cut a peep-hole it's pretty obvious. (Just my thoughts).So, it's an OK camera, and the price is decent. I'll find some application for it, or maybe I'll give it to my kid to play with.

It works pretty much as I expected, video is a bit dark and unstable depending on whether you hold it in your hand or affix it to something that is stable, (like a monitor or table). The instruction are hard to understand as if written by some space alien communicating with humans for the first time. The pictures seem to come out alright though. I haven't been able to get it to work as a webcam yet and I get a continuous tapping or electrical popping sound on all my videos for some reason but other then that the audio seems fine. So for the money it's a great little camera.

I bought this for a spy ear piece to hear audio without being noticed. The device works, but there is feedback. I did not get this for the music since the quality was going to be poor. I got it for a purpose where I would just need to hear some audio secretly. The mic built in gives too much feedback which makes it difficult to work with at times.

received only one ear piece n it's really low u have to kept asking the other person to repeat themselves

Poor quality

as listed

Does what it says. However it is of raw quality meaning that it doesn't seem finished. The wires are ran in such a way that it is difficult to run the mic near your head and still have your phone or device in your pocket. The copper wires need to be covered better as there is little protection between your skin and the current created by the two 9v batteries that run it. The mic is of poor quality and is difficult to hear over.

not worth it

Battery is horrible. Lasts for maybe and hour and after time it goes down to about 30 mins. Not what I expected at all

I was let down it looks so cute but its functions r low quality it doesn't take I light very well so if ur using it for spy recordings its a bad choice

Haven't been able to figure out how to record I want it to watch my ederly mom while I'm working , only one button just don't understand how to work it

I give 5 stars for the one that works. However, the second one does not record video. It's a bummer because you cannot tell until you try recording and then when finished you then remove the SD card and view. It's a bummer because I am trying to catch my evil nieghbors vandalizing my property, and clearly with the second camera I could have missed an opportunity to catch them.

Very nice, small gadget...But did not hold long time, and photos are not good, so I'm not happy with this for the price I paid !If you like gadget and for short use, then it's OK...

This also as the pen did not work at all. Requested a return and I'm not sure if I got the refund.

good idea.. but didn't work for me.

As I was taking a stroll in my secret agent business days. I went into a secret meeting with a man I was spying on. I immediately started my questions when I started to feel some heat coming down on me. I figured I was getting anxiety. Well would you know it my neck band started to sizzle and my pocket caught fire. I was then asked by the guy I spy on what am i. I told him Ithat could have been the bell peppers earlier but thank god I had my ninja hook from my previous review and jumped out the window. All in all this product will get you caught tooo.

The other person can't here me through the microphone

Worked once or twice but was very quiet and drained the 2 9V batteries in a matter of hours. Unless you plan on spending $10/day in batteries, this is not worth it.

Crapped out within a year. Will not power on or accept a charge. Not bad for its size, but if it no longer functions, it's worthless.

piece of junk do not buy. never could get it to work. waste of money

False advertisement. Product is no where near as high res as seller states. This is just a gimmick. What I ended up doing if you want a hidden camera was use my iphone and prop it so the camera part sticks out your pocket a little bit. Substantially better image quality, and nobody really thinks much of it if they see an iphone sticking out your pocket.

Total scam. This camera is advertised for use as a webcam, but not possible to use because no drivers are available, Some other sellers provide a CD but not here. Can't find anything on internet to download.I don't expect quality pictures or operation from this camera but I do expect it to work and get seller support

absolutely does not work. does not hold the video card. It charges, but basically useless since the video card does not lock in.Instructions are in broken English, not worth the cost even though cheap to begin with. Mass produced crap out of Asia. You get what you pay for.

Looks great in paper and the ad is great, but IT DOESN'T WORK!!!!! At all! The instructions are confusing. I never could find a place to turn it on. Once the camera is charged, it's suppose to have a constant green light and it doesn't. It blinks all the time. I couldn't even see the view hole. It looks and seems it's a toy miniature. Don't buy it. It's a waste!

Not working at all I need my money back

Way too small for your ear I got it stuck inside my ear

Doesn't work

Didn't come with all the wires.

FYI... I read the reviews & took my chances... The neck loop overheated and melted the wire coating on the first use... I never even got to use them. Too bad really... I liked the idea.

Mine didn't come with the earpieces or magnet so, really couldn't review how it worked. but how messed up is it to find something that's titled invisible and to receive a packet that causes you to look so hard for something that isn't there. wish I could have tried it.