The CamBall is self contained video surveillance system that is the size of a golf ball, yet records clear 320 x 240 video at 30 frames per second with audio, or large 640 x 480 color photos, to micro SD cards.

Built by Starnex International, the upgraded CamBall features improved motion activation, uses micro SD cards up to 16GB and now comes with more accessories.

Gadget lovers drool over this cool spy camera, and there are two versions, depending on your needs. The SC-31 has motion detection, and the SC-30 does not.

If you need to record your bike rides or parties, you might not want to spend the extra $ for the motion activation.. If you are trying to catch someone stealing, or cutting your cars tires, you gotta have motion activation.

The motion detection has been also updated over the prior model, specifically they are using a better chip, so it’s not just a software upgrade. Previously, the camera was so sensitive that clouds moving in front of the sun would set off the motion.

And the 16 GB memory increase allows you to record up to 48 hours of video. The internal batteries last about 100 minutes, hours with light motion, and if you use the optional Surveillance Pack, you can run the camera from the electricity of the building.

The CamBall is simple to set-up and use. After you charge it for three hours, and turn it on by pressing the big button for 2 seconds. The lights turn on and blink 3x. Once it’s done, you can either push the large center button to take photos, or press the record button (Up arrow) for 2 seconds, and it will record until you turn it off or the battery dies.

It has clear video and photos. The recorded video has no dropped frames, and measures 320 x 240. Audio is optional, and you can even record when the Camball hears sounds.

Setting up motion detection is a snap; you just have to hold down the “Left Arrow” button for 2 seconds until its Red, and then press record (Up Arrow) for 2 seconds. Set it down and it will start recording when motion is detected.

The free CamBall manager software allows you to change the settings, as well as automatically updates itself, and performs software & firmware updates on the device.

Every possible setting is adjustable, including time/date, motion activation, and turning on the “Night Vision” feature.

While you can hook the camera up to a Mac to watch the video, the CamBall manager software only works on a PC, or you can hook the camera up to a TV, and you can change the settings there.

To view the videos, you can plug the CamBall into your Mac or PC, and find the video files. KM Player works great on a PC, and on a Mac, the movies play just fine in QuickTime. Removing the micro SD card and using a reader will also allow you to view the videos.

There are four optional accessory packs to enhance the camera.. We covered the Surveillance Pack above., there is a Sports Pack that has a handle bar and clip mount that can be interchanged with a weatherproof housing, or a standard holder.

The Vehicle Pack allows you to operate the camera in your vehicle, running off the lighter, and viewing the video on a GPS navigator. The LCD Pack lets you see any recorded video.

If you love gadgets, or need a small and easy to hide Spy Camera, check out this CamBall review article, to learn more about the SecureShot Micro Eyes SD Card Recording Ball Camera CamBall, a one camera surveillance system for home, work, sports, events, or your car.

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