
Samsung has added a new color option ‘purple’ to its ultra compact HD camcorder, the HMX-U10. This new color version is available exclusively from BestBuy for a suggested retail price of $179.99. As a reminder, this pocket-sized camcorder is packed with a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor (10MP), a 2-inch LCD screen and offers full-HD video recording at 1920 x 1080 resolution. [Product Page via ChipChick]

Brando has launched the Tiny Spy Camcorder Clock that features a tiny pinhole lens, which is able to record 740 x 480 video at 30fps in AVI format. Measuring 4.3cm x 4.6cm x 1.8cm, the spy camcorder comes with a 4GB storage space and a built-in rechargeable battery which provides enough juice for up to 2-hours. You can also backup the recorded video to your PC via USB port. The Spy Camcorder Clock is currently available for $47 a pop. [Brando]

Here is the latest spy gadget that you can use for covert operations. The Mini MP3 Cam DVR comes in a shaped of an iPod. It can record video at 640 x 480 resolution at 20 frames per second. In addition, this spy cam is also able to record JPEG photos. You can then transfer all recorded videos and pictures to your laptop via USB connectivity. [Product Page]

If you are searching for a new rugged camcorder, Samsung has unveiled the SC-X105L sports camcorder that comes with the rubber-coated encasement. This camcorder is also HD ready with a 720×480 format and has an internal memory of 1GB. Other features include a 10X optical zoom, a 100X digital zoom, and a 2-inch LCD screen. The Samsung SC-X105L is priced at $600 each. [CamcorderInfo]

Toshiba has collaborated with Ducati to release the Camelia S10 Ducati Edition camcorder. The video recorder comes jam packed with a 5-megapixel sensor and can record video at 1080p. The Toshiba Camelia S10 Ducati Edition also supports a 4GB card which can hold up to 60-minutes of video. You can also upload your recorded videos directly to Youtube. The Camelia S10 Ducati camcorder also has a 2.5-inch TFT screen, but sadly there is no HDMI port. [SlipperyBrick]

Here is good news for those who are living in the States. JVC has finally launched their latest JVC HD Everio GZ-HM400 camcorder in the US market. The video recorder provides a 10.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 9-megapixel still images capturing and high speed recording of up to 600fps which allows owners slow-motion playback. The JVC HD Everio GZ-HM400 retails for $999.95. [Press Release]