Reviews (2)

SWEET!!!
This baby has a built in FM tuner/recorder that really comes in handy. My old RCA Jukebox only lasted for a few months. and the sound was horrible. I tried other MP3 solutions but only recently did I find this little Gem. It's battery holds much more power than the lyra and I havnt had any problems so far. The Lyra was cheap, but HUGE!!! (20 GB) I like the Juke Jams small size, it fits almost anywhere, and the user interface is great. I still havn't tested ALL of it's functions out. this'll make a great Holiday gift.

Don't Believe the Hype!!!
I went to Frye's Electronics 3 weeks ago to purchase the Creative Labs 40GB Zen Xtra, when I noticed this product. I was impressed by the included FM tuner - complete with 10 presets (it even records FM programs to MP3 files), the voice recorder, and the nice large LCD screen. It was also priced within $10.00 of the Zen Xtra, so I opted for this unknown (unresearched) option.

The sound was great, and I really loved how easy and logical the modified joysick-style selector button works. A week later, and after loading over 19GB of data to its hard drive, the thing simply locked-up and would not reboot. Fry's promptly replaced it for another. The second player's screen began to fade beyond readability after 4 days. That window gave me time to remove most of my data, and return the second Juke Jam to the store.

This time, I traded it for the Zen Xtra. I have had ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS with the Creative Labs model. The product rep was there in the store. He told me they recently upgraded the firmware, allowing simple drag-and-drop tranfer of data. It not only performs better, but it also has an AWESOME EAX sound enhancement tool. Honestly, it made my very basic car stereo sound like I was listening to my BOSE home theater!!!

He mentioned they should be releasing a player with an FM-tuner soon, but I wanted my portable music option sooner. The features of these two items may appear to be similiar; in fact, the Polaroid features look better. But, I have to put my money (nearly $300.00) where the quality is. Creative Labs created a portable music experience! I don't mean to sound like some kind of spokesman for CL, but this thing simply ROCKS!!!

Did I mention it's nearly $200.00 cheaper than the IPOD (which by the way, does not play the smaller sized, better quality WMA files). I LOVE the size of the IPOD, but that feature doesn't come close to justifying it's $489.00 price tag. Macintosh has once again, priced themselves out of the market. Sure there are thousands of people that have IPODs, but they could have cornered the entire MP3 portalbe player market. Fortunately, Apple once again let the competition create feature packed players for $100.00's of dollars less.

If you want real quality in a player that plays MP3, WMA's, and features an unmatched sound processor, go with the Zen Xtra. If you've got the money, and don't really need as much space as I do, get the IPOD. Otherwise, wait for more of the research and design to shake-out in this industry. There are sure to be some very interesting innovations coming to this Christmas!!! ... Read more

Features

• Polaroid's most portable instant camera
• Decorate your locker, your shoes, or just about anything
• Automatic focus and flash
• Wrist strap
• Powered by 2 AAA batteries; uses I-Zone 200 film

Features

• Preview images and view menu options through an LCD display
• LCD Screen Menu prompts make understanding the options simple
• Backed by a Polaroid one-year warranty
• Ideal resource for document photographers, business professionals?anyone who needs to turn files into photographic prints, easily and quickly
• Accepts most memory cards that are on the market today (CF, SD, MS, SM, MMC) - without PC connection

Amazon.com Product Description

The Polaroid i-zone instant camera with an FM radio comes in a translucent teal color and is just what you need for instant fun. It's an i-zone instant camera that takes postage-stamp-sized prints, and it features an FM radio that lets you listen to your favorite FM radio station--all in one gadget. It comes with two AA batteries, a set of headphones, and includes a built-on belt clip. The radio includes hi/low/off volume control. The camera has a built-in flash. There is a one-year warranty on parts and labor. ... Read more

Features

• Combines an i-Zone camera with a earphone FM radio
• Takes instant pictures the size of a postage stamp
• Focus-free with built-in flash and simple loading
• Sticky or nonsticky film available
• Flash automatically shuts off after each shot to conserve batteries

Reviews (3)

It is so much fun!!!!
This camera is a great way to break the ice at parties. I thought the picture would be too small, but the pictures came out pretty clear. The only problem I have is, on occasion, the film will not pull out properly, but it is easy to re-set. Love it!

No wonder Polaroid went bankrupt.......
.......products like this approach the outer limits of absurdity...first, produce a camera that produces photographs so small you need a magnifying glass to view them...now combine it with a similarly "dinky" fm radio...makes Dilbert proud without a doubt.

So good
This item is a great Christmas present! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Polaroid's i-zone pocket cameras produce tiny, high-quality Polaroidpictures about the size of a frame of 35mm film (or your average postage stamp).The i-zones use either sticky or nonsticky instant film, so you can put yourpictures in a frame or stick them onto your notebook or CD player. While thecameras all have the same funky oblong plastic design, they are available in avariety of interesting color schemes. The silver edition is a solid silvercolor, while phat blue and fireball red are neonlike translucent monotones, andthe jade version is two-tone with an aqua green front and bluish back. Thecamera turns itself off automatically after each shot to conserve batterypower.

Each i-zone set comes with a camera and two AA alkaline batteries. Film is sold separately. Loading the camera is aseasy as dropping the film cartridge into the back of the camera and closing itback up. The trickiest part is remembering to pull the film tab out in one fluidmotion, without stopping--exactly like most other Polaroids. When you expose ashot and pull out the film, you get something that looks like a Band-Aid, withan image in the middle and extra paper on both ends. Just clip the extra paperoff with a pair of scissors and you have your final product. Be careful not tocut into the actual photo as you don't want to give the caustic paste inside achance to seep out and get on your fingers.

There are three exposure settings on the i-zone--indoors (with flash),outdoor/sunny, and outdoor/cloudy. Overall, the camera is probably best forsubjects within 2 to 8 feet, although we took pictures of downtown buildingsthat turned out pretty well. The outdoor/sunny setting requires bright sundirectly on the subject for a good exposure. Even if it isn't cloudy, try usingthe outdoor/cloudy setting if the subject is in shadow or if it is early or latein the day when the sunlight isn't at full strength. The flash seems to workbest from about 4 to 5 feet away.

The best part is figuring out what to do with the miniphotos once you've createdthem. The options seem to be limitless, from decorating cell phones to puttingthem in miniframes to creating photo albums. These cameras are affordable,simple to use, and a lot of fun. --Walt Opie ... Read more

Features

• Takes instant pictures the size of a postage stamp
• Fun, new film format
• Focus free with built-in flash and simple loading
• Sticky or nonsticky film available
• Kit includes camera and batteries

Reviews (59)

good novelty camera
The Polaroid i-zone is the same camera despite the surface color: the newer silver edition just looks sleeker than the older green, blue, and red versions. I've found the i-zone to be a good icebreaker at parties: they're fun to use and their novelty generates interest with other people. The mini i-zone Polaroids (no bigger than 2"x 2") develop out from the camera right away, just like regular Polaroids; so you can immediately share them with friends and family. In low-light conditions, when the camera flash is necessary, the i-zone can only photograph well no further than 1-2 feet away. For treasured photographic memories, this definitely isn't the camera to use: the photographic quality isn't the greatest. Also, the film (which also comes in sticker form) is pretty expensive. On the other hand, the i-zone is designed to use two regular "AA" sized batteries, not expensive camera batteries. For fun purposes, the i-zone is a great camera. Kids, teens, and adults that are kids at heart would like this item.

I Love MY Izone!
I'd give the Izone camera 5 stars if it weren't for the fact that the flash button is very loose and turns on in my bag all the time, thus, draining out the batteries. Polaroid needs to redevelop the Flash button to stop doing that. Other than that, the camera is really cute! It is a serious conversation piece in any social situation. If you want to meet people and are shy, go out with a Lime Green Izone! People will flock to you like you wouldn't believe. But that's not why I bring my Izone out with me. I love the pictures it takes! Try and aim really close to your subject and you won't go wrong. The pics develop fast, and the border on the sticky film is all different colors! Be creative! Stick the pics around the house, on your computer, on your letters to friends, on notebooks, etc. All my friends have an Izone!

Instant Flashcards
I got this camera to make picture flash-cards for my autistic spectrum daughter. The pictures are small enough to easily fit a number on each page of her card book but clear enough that she has no problem identifying them. I highly recommend the i-zone, and the sticky back pictures are very convenient.

This is the perfect instant camera.
I highly recommend this i-Zone camera to anyone who wants to take focus free, good quality instant pictures. What you see in the viewfinder is exactly what you get (unlike other "toy" cameras where you have to guess what how your final photo will turn out). The photos come out crisp, clear and colorful.

This is a great camera to throw in your backpack and have handy at a moment's notice.

Fantastic little camera
Polaroid's i-zone site tells me that this camera is aimed at people at least fifteen years younger than me. Okay. Whatever.

I've been a fan of it since it was invented, and I still am, even though I own digital cameras five hundred times more expensive. Casual photos are all about what you can do with them. The i-zone doesn't just produce pictures, it produces toys. Give them to people. Stick them on things. Take one of these to the pub and you'll get people queuing up to have their picture taken. Send them on postcards - many times cheaper and more convenient than a pocket-sized printer and glue.

Basically this camera is perfect for grown-ups with lives, as well as teenagers. And it's not exactly expensive either. If you like taking spontaneous photos, this is the device for you. No other camera has brought me as much enjoyment. ... Read more

Reviews (10)

bsb i-zone camera
I collect anything and everything Backstreet Boys (everything that the boys endorse, that is) so I had to have this. I only have one complaint, seriously, only one. It didn't come with any film! I received it in the mail, my girls and I were so excited, I put the stickers on it, and then put it away until I could get to the store to buy film. The price of the camera is way too high to not come with film guys. Can't you just stick one pack of film in the package so people can actually use the camera immediately. Otherwise it is so fun to use, and it makes it even better to have "I love A.J." on the front.

Great Camera, with Great Accessories!
This is a really cool camera! I had never even heard of i-zone, until the BSB promotion came out.

Since I'm such a huge fan, I HAD to buy one! I was pleasantly surprised! Not only was it COOL (neat little Backstreet Boys/Black & Blue camera strap, stickers - of the guys {individual and a group}, their names, an "i <3", an "is hot", the B&B World Tour logo, "The Backstreet Boys" and "The Official Camera of the Black & Blue Tour" - and a game piece to win tickets to their concert {didn't win}), but surprisingly, it was easy to use. I thought, with the instructions consisting mainly of pictures, that I would have difficulty using it, but it's really simple. I'm sure an adult could load the camera for a child, and the child could go from there.

I would suggest taking a test picture first, before you go out into the real world. Once I did that, I understood how to load the film, take the pic out, etc. I don't recommend taking it to a concert, though, unless you have front row seats (don't we all wish that!), backstage passes, or are just going to take pics of your friends there.

Other than that, I would TOTALLY recommend this camera for any BSB fan. It's a great collector's piece, not to mention functional!

The different one is delivered.
The camera that was sent to me is the next camera.
"Polaroid i-zone Translucent Pocket Camera (Phat Blue)"
It is very regrettable.

Kim's Backstreet I-Zone Review!
I love this I-Zone camera to death. When I bought it, I was like..."OMG!" hehe. It is a beautiful blue and the strap is cool because it is black with blue and white writing. It says "Backstreet Boys Black & Blue" which makes it more special to me. I love anything that has Backstreet Boys on it and I say, it was totally worth getting the camera. It is fun to use and I love to stick the pictures everywhere! Backstreet Boys have another great piece of merchandise with their name on it! Love it!

BSB I-Zone Camera
I purchased this camera thinking it would be a BSB collectible. It's not even black and blue like it shows in the pictures...it's a wierd royal blue and cream color. It did not come with the BSB stickers or the BSB strap. The strap was a vinyl cream color, too. There's nothing on the camera that says anything about BSB or relates to the black & blue album. Don't waste your money! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Polaroid's i-zone pocket cameras produce tiny, high-quality Polaroid pictures about the size of a frame of 35mm film (or your average postage stamp). The i-zones use either sticky or nonsticky instant film, so you can put your pictures in a frame or stick them onto your notebook or portable CD/MP3 player. While the cameras all have the same funky oblong plastic design, they are available in a variety of interesting color schemes. The camera turns itself off automatically after each shot to conserve battery power.

Loading the camera is as easy as dropping the film cartridge into the back of the camera and closing it back up. The trickiest part is remembering to pull the film tab out in one fluid motion, without stopping--exactly like most other Polaroids. When you expose a shot and pull out the film, you get something that looks like a Band-Aid, with an image in the middle and extra paper on both ends. Just clip the extra paper off with a pair of scissors and you have your final product. Be careful not to cut into the actual photo, as you don't want to give the caustic paste inside a chance to seep out and get on your fingers.

There are three exposure settings on the i-zone--indoors (with flash), outdoor/sunny, and outdoor/cloudy. Overall, the camera is probably best for subjects within two to eight feet, although we took pictures of downtown buildings that turned out pretty well. The outdoor/sunny setting requires bright sun directly on the subject for a good exposure. Even if it isn't cloudy, try using the outdoor/cloudy setting if the subject is in shadow or if it is early or late in the day when the sunlight isn't at full strength. The flash seems to work best from about four to five feet away.

The best part is figuring out what to do with the mini photos once you've created them. The options seem to be limitless, from decorating cell phones to using them as key chains, putting them in mini frames, or making refrigerator magnets. These cameras are affordable, simple to use, and a lot of fun. --Walt Opie ... Read more

Features

• Takes instant pictures the size of a postage stamp
• Fun, new film format
• Focus free with built-in flash and simple loading
• Sticky or nonsticky film available
• Flash automatically shuts off after each shot to conserve batteries

Reviews (1)

Polaroid I-Zone Camara
This camara was really fun to use and I had fun with it for a while. But unless you are living in a college dorm or somewhere else where you can use the pictures to do all the great stuff on the commercials,(Would anyone really do that anyway?)it is really no use. My camara also ran out of batteries very often, so all the pictures I took indoors, when the flash did not work, were ruined (plus the film is definetly not cheap). Don't get me wrong the camara is fun to use, but you need the right time to use it, or else you will end up with a pile of stickers sitting on the desk in your room, like me. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Polaroid's i-zone pocket cameras produce tiny, high-quality Polaroidpictures about the size of a frame of 35mm film (or your average postage stamp).The i-zones use either sticky or nonsticky instant film, so you can put yourpictures in a frame or stick them onto your notebook or CD player. While thecameras all have the same funky oblong plastic design, they are available in avariety of interesting color schemes. The silver edition is a solid silvery graycolor, while Phat Blue and Fireball Red are translucent monotones, and mostothers are two-tone, like the jade version, which has an aqua green front andbluish back.

Each i-zone set comes complete with camera, instant pocket film (six shots), andtwo AA alkaline batteries--everything you need to start making pictures. Werecommend buying extra film right away, especially if the camera is a gift,because those first six shots tend to go pretty fast. Loading the camera is aseasy as dropping the film cartridge into the back of the camera and closing itback up. The trickiest part is remembering to pull the film tab out in one fluidmotion, without stopping--exactly like most other Polaroids. When you expose ashot and pull out the film, you get something that looks like a Band-Aid, withan image in the middle and extra paper on both ends. Just clip the extra paperoff with a pair of scissors and you have your final product. Be careful not tocut into the actual photo, as you don't want to give the caustic paste inside achance to seep out and get on your fingers.

There are three exposure settings on the i-zone--indoors (with flash),outdoor/sunny, and outdoor/cloudy. Overall, the camera is probably best forsubjects within 2 to 8 feet, although we took pictures of downtown buildingsthat turned out pretty well. The outdoor/sunny setting requires bright sundirectly on the subject for a good exposure. Even if it isn't cloudy, try usingthe outdoor/cloudy setting if the subject is in shadow or if it is early or latein the day when the sunlight isn't at full strength. The flash seems to workbest from about 4 to 5 feet away.

The best part is figuring out what to do with the mini photos once you'vecreated them. The options seem to be limitless, from decorating cell phones tousing them as key chains, putting them in mini frames, or making refrigeratormagnets. These cameras are affordable, simple to use, and a lot of fun.--Walt Opie ... Read more

Features

• Takes instant pictures the size of a postage stamp
• Fun, new film format
• Focus-free with built-in flash and simple loading
• Sticky or nonsticky film available
• Kit includes camera, trial pack of sticky film, and batteries

Reviews (16)

Fun
This is a cool little camera, but it's a good thing it comes with an intro pack of film..out of the 6 that I took, only 3 came out because I didn't pull the film out right away. The instructions don't really say this, they just have illustrations, it would be nice if polaroid had specified this. If you're ordering off of amazon, definitely pick up some film, you'll need it.

It's a great camera, but one bad thing almost ruins it all
the CAMERA is great, but the film costs almost $1.00 PER picture, plus the pictures are about the size of the cotton on a bandage. If your'e a child, then I'd advise you to get a normal camera, not everything has to be instant.Pro: it's instant Con: film costs alot. normal camera pro: film doesn't cost alot Con: is'nt instant and may take quite a few days to arrive.

Not like other polaroids
this was abig disappointment. The photos do not come out automatically like our regular Polaroid. This was a birthday present for my daughter and the first time out she pulled and three photos came straight out and did not tear off in between. I thoguht she'd be taking photos and sticking them everywhere, but the thing is gathering dust in a drawer somewhere.

Great gift!
This simple little camera will be a huge hit at weddings, parties, goofy weekends hanging out with friends and family, and everything in between. I have a silver izone myself but gave 2 of these clear red ones for Christmas: fun and festive presents that I know will get lots of use. It would also be a wonderful gift for Valentine's Day, not only because of it's hot fireball colour, but because you and your honey can use it to record all kinds of happy moments together all year 'round.

Camera's Great - Film Doesn't Stick
The camera is great for kids! Easy and fun to use. The camera should come with more detailed instructions on peeling the back off of the film to get it to stick. We've gone through roll and haven't figured it out yet. It is a fun camera for the price. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The Polaroid I-Zone pocket camera is Polaroid's latest format instantcamera. It produces postage-stamp-size photographs, available with either asticky or nonsticky backing, and offers a selectable built-in flash thatautomatically shuts off after each shot to conserve batteries. Loading thePolaroid I-Zone is simple, and using it is even simpler. There is no need tofocus, the built-in flash fires automatically, and the camera is small enough toslip into a purse or the small pocket on a backpack. ... Read more

Features

• Takes instant pictures the size of a postage stamp
• Fun new film format
• Focus free with built-in flash and simple loading
• Sticky or nonsticky film available
• Kit includes camera, trial pack of sticky film, and batteries

Reviews (4)

Cool!
Once I saw this camera I wanted it! I have it now it is the coolest camera from polaroid! The camera is cool even the film is cool if you had to do a report with pictures this is what you need!If you want to have fun this is what you need less crapy more quality!

I-Zone Rocks!

LOVE IT!!
This camera is SO awesome. My friend got one and then I did. I'm glad she suggested it to me. It's so fun. Just shoot it and... VOILA... the picture coes right out of the camera! It is so fun to play around with. The only egative thing about it is the film costs a LOT and you only get so many film sticks. Other than that, this is a really cool product. I would DEFINETLY add this to my wish list.

I LOVED IT!!
The sleek and compact size is totally awesome for those "I wish I had my camera" moments. The only dissappointment was that sometimes the pics don't come out, like they will have an exposed streak in them. This only happened to me 2 times out of a whole bunch of rolls of film, and the other let down was the film is OUTRAGOUSLY EXPENSIVE!! It comes to almost a dollar a picture!!! i was like OOOMMMMGGG!

Great Teen Pleaser!
I bought this camera for my nephew and he LOVES it! It allows him to take a picture and use it as a sticker to decorate his personal things. He takes pictures of his cousins that he doesn't get to see very often and sticks them on his school books, where he can see them everyday. It also will make a great locker decorator. I think it's a really great idea! He has made magnets out of the pictures too. ... Read more

Features

• Ultra-portable Polaroid camera
• Takes instant mini-photos that can be stuck anywhere
• Automatic flash and automatic focus
• Uses 2 AA batteries
• Works with Pocket Fortune Film, Pocket Sticker Film, Pocket Film

Reviews (1)

very cool camera
This is a very, very fun camera, it takes really cute pictures and looks great also. The pictures are surprisingly good concidering they are only a little bit larger than a stamp. The only complaint I have is that the camera takes a picture of more than what you see through the veiw finder, it takes a little getting used to. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Polaroid's updated version of the i-zone instant camera lets you personalize your camera with several fun, colorful faceplates that you can change on a whim to fit your mood, match your outfit, or match your favorite color. And because this camera has front and top changeable faceplates, you can mix-and-match the colors and patterns. It comes with two sets of color changeable faceplates that clip easily into place.

This i-zone isn't just the old version with colorful faceplates, however. Polaroid has also redesigned the entire body with a sleeker, more aerodynamic shape and feel; the smaller body fits into a pocket or bag easier than ever. But the new look does not affect the easy-to-use features of the original i-zone camera. It is still focus-free, with a built-in flash and simple film loading. The three settings, indoors (with flash), outdoor/sunny, and outdoor/cloudy allow you to pick the best mode for your scene or subject, adding to your creative control.

Capture lots of fun moments with instant pictures the size of a postage stamp, using either sticky or nonsticky film, then let your creativity go wild. Decorate notebooks, folders, invitations, anything you can think of! The more unique, the better. These mini-pictures are ideal for sharing and trading with your friends. The possibilities are endless, so be sure to stock up on plenty of extra film. ... Read more

Features

• Comes with two sets of switchable color faceplates
• Sleek new aerodynamic i-zone design
• Personalize with sticky film pictures and colored faceplates
• Focus-free with built-in flash and simple film loading
• Sticky or nonsticky film available

Reviews (12)

Great little camera
This little instant camera is easy enough for my 5 year old grand daughter to use. Takes nice little pictures for the kids to carry around in their pockets. I got it for my husband but the kids found out how much fun it was to use and snatched up all the pictures and took them home. Makes a great little gift.

Fun camera for all ages!
I read all the reviews and don't know why people don't think this is a fun camera! I'm a mom with little kids, I have a digital camera, an SLR, a point-n-shoot, a camcorder and now this I-zone - it's just plain fun to have. Oh, and I scrapbook too. This design is sleeker & easier to use than the original model - not so many parts poking out. I spent [money] for the camera at [a local discount store] & 3 pack of regular film is less than [money] there too ([money] more for sticky film.) So for instant photos - that price can't be beat. I used them as party favors at my 4 year old daughter's party - it was a hit! I can see us using it at school or any kid function. Photos are clear, note: instructions say it works best with photos taken 2 to 4 ft away from subject...with the small size of the photo you want it for close-ups anyway. I completely agree with the other reviews from "Neat little camera-April '03 and Fun!!!-Feb '02" I've found accessories (tiny photo album w/clip-on and magnet frames shaped like water splashes, photo key chains)on clearance at Ritz Camera and Wolf Camera stores...more items to go with this cool camera. I recommend getting it & just having some fun!

Neat little camera
I bought this camera to take pictures of my toddler. The size of the pictures makes them great for scrapbooking, especially with the sticky film. I also bought this camera for my niece. I think it is great fun to have the instant satisfaction in a compact little photo. The photo quality is pretty good, but I'm still experimenting with indoor photos verses outdoor photos. One feature that I think is great is the flash. You set the flash, and once you take the picture the camera turns off. This is a great way to save the battery. I read some comments that the film is expensive, but at around 5.00 a box you get 12 pics that you don't have to get developed. Seems like a good deal to me.

Not Worth It
The Polaroid i-zone camera was definately not worth the money I spent on it. The pictures are so tiny you can barely make out what's in them, plus the film is sooo expensive. If your willing to spend all your money on film then I guess it's an okay camera, but it's not even that much fun to use.

Rip off
While the camera works fine, the film is so expensive that it is difficult to refill. This is not recommended as a gift, especially for younger people, to whom the ads seem to be aimed. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The Polaroid i-zone digital and instant Combo Camera splices together the popular i-zone instant camera with a basic digital camera. You can take an i-zone postage-stamp size picture, and then turn the camera over and take the same picture with the digital camera at a resolution of 640 x 480. This device is essentially two separate cameras that share one set of batteries. The digital camera has 1 MB of built-in memory and can store up to 18 images. Both the i-zone and digital camera use fixed-focus lenses, so you never need to worry about taking out-of-focus pictures. A serial cable is included to download your images to your PC. Software is included to spruce up and modify your digital images. Included in the box are a serial image transfer cable, batteries, sticky film, and assorted software. ... Read more

Features

• Combines an i-zone instant film camera and a digital camera
• 0.3 megapixel sensor is great for emails and posting on the Web
• Fixed-focus lenses
• Internal 1 MB memory holds 18 images at default resolution
• Connects to PCs via serial port; uses 4 AAA batteries (included)

Reviews (47)

Great digital camera at this price-point
I have had this camera for several weeks and have taken almost 100 pictures so far on the original batteries (most with flash).
PROS: good contrasty images (maybe a bit too much at times);
sharp enough for 5x7 inch prints if Impressions software is used to sharpen (at default setting);
quite accurate color balance with or without flash (better than an Agfa CL18 I tried);
can take close-ups to about 18 inches;
DOES work fine with Windows 98 S.E., my parallel port scanner and USB printer, and I can also use HP PhotoSmart program to download images from the camera as well;
very inexpensive to purchase (if you subtract the cost of the included Instant camera and film).
CONS: narrow flash range for proper exposure (approx 4.5 to 7.5 feet: you can improvise a flash reduction filter for closer. I use a polarizer filter over the lens for this purpose: you can add a 'slave' flash unit for farther);
No add-on memory possible (max number of stored pictures varies from 16 to 18 at 640x480, dependent on detail contained in pictures; can only be deleted from camera memory with Photo Impression 2000 software);
hard to find a small carrying bag that fits snugly;
really need other photo manipulation software for certain changes, e.g. rotation of image (I use one from my scanner);
you must have a free serial mouse port (get a PS/2 mouse).

Camera is good and excellent for the money - but, don't drop
I loved the camera and I love it more now that I've purchased a Mustek which is going back. Just be careful - don't drop it! The batteries burn out very quickly and it would be great if it came with some kind of adapter.

camera has been highly underrated
`for being a dual camera it does what it says it does the only catch is you MUST use duracell batteries or the unit will NOT work...alot of people do not know this and therefore think the camera is faulty...its not....it takes wonderful digital pictures...for being a one focus lense......

Battery drainer
This camera takes okay pics for the $, but it drains batteries really fast!!... I think I took about 15 pics with brand new batteries and already the batteries were drained.

terrible quality, even for the price
i wouldn't recommend this one, not even for the price... the sticky film feature is kind of fun, but the digital camera is not good at all. it's virtually impossible to take pictures inside- they either come out way too dark so that you can't even decipher what it's supposed to be, or WAY too bright and over exposed, bleaches out every thing. the software that it comes with is not bad though, and the whole thing is self explanatory and very simple to use. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Polaroid has combined two of today's hottest trends in photography--i-zone instant prints and digital photos--with the Webster, a handheld portable scanner for i-zone pictures. The Webster scans the postage stamp-sized i-zone pictures at a resolution of 320 x 240, which is great for e-mail or for posting on the Web. Remarkably easy to use, the Webster transfers images to a computerusing the included serial cable. The scanner also comes with PhotoImpression 2000 software, a wrist strap, and instruction guide. The Webster is powered by four AAA batteries (included). ... Read more

Features

• Handheld portable scanner for i-zone pictures
• Scans the postage stamp-sized i-zone pictures at a resolution of 320 x 240
• Transfers images to a computer using the included serial cable
• Comes with PhotoImpression 2000 software
• Powered by four AAA batteries

Reviews (16)

A good scanner for the price
I mean the price I payed for mine, $10, where is $75 coming from? Do not buy it for that price!!! Don't get me wrong, I love my little scanner, I do not own the I-zone camera, I had lots of pictures that you could barely make out what was in them, now I scan them and Voila, LOL you can see everthing, I have my own website and every picture on there is from the webster. I would more likely recommend this scanner as a gift for a child, but for someone who does not have a scanner the webster is great too. NOT FOR $75 THOUGH, BUY A REAL SCANNER FOR THAT PRICE.

Offsetting Reviews
Okay, I would have originally given this product a 3-star rating, but felt I had to give it the full 5 stars to offset some of the ... reviews from the customers.... Another thing, some other customer from Canada wrote that to use this product, you would need 12 things for this scanner to work -- but doesn't even mention what these 12 things are.

I can mention the obvious ones:

1. An I-Zone Camera (in the color of your choice)

2. Some I-Zone pictures (plain or sticky, again your choice) that you want to scan

3. A working computer with Win9x/NT/2000/ME, CD/DVD drive and the usual range of ports

4. This Webster Scanner, which comes with serial cable, CD (with lots of good image-related software) and 4 AAA batteries

That's it. What else do you need???

Product Review:

The scanner is pretty easy to use. Just hold the scanner over the picture, press the button, and voila! The picture is scanned and an image of it is stored (up to 20 images) in the scanner to be exported to your computer or to be uploaded to the internet via included serial cable at a later time.

The images produced are small -- about 250x350 pixels. The quality of the images aren't of the best commercial quality, but they're good enough for their intended use -- to be able to make copies of your i-zone pictures to share with everybody else. You can also scan small areas of other things such as text, postage stamps (*shrug* Why not?), other photos, magazines, etc. Nothing to stop you from doing this after all.

The CD comes with software and drivers you need to import pictures from your Webster scanner, plus some fun quality extras to dress them up.

The scanner itself is lightweight, but a bit fragile. It comes with a handy carrying strap, but I wouldn't exactly swing it around carelessly. The opening to the battery compartment can easily pop out and the batteries don't quite fit in snugly. This scanner definitely needs either a protective carrying case and/or improved outer casing. (How about it Polaroid?)

Overall, the Webster scanner is just a fun addition to the I-Zone line of products. While you won't get the best image quality, you no longer have to fight over who gets to keep the picture!

Great!
This is an awesome little hand held scanner. Of course it is perfect for the i-Zone photographs, but you can also use it to scan other small items (i use it a lot for small drawings).

The great thing about the Webster is that you can throw it in your backpack and carry it with you (it's powered by batteries).

The other great thing is the price, for under ten bucks you can't beat it.

GREAT AND FUN WHILE IT WORKS
I REALLY DID LOVE MY WEBSTER WHILE IT WORKED. IT WAS A GREAT WAY FOR ME TO GET A COPY OF PHOTOS THAT I WOULD TAKE AND GIVE AWAY. IT WAS SO QUICK AND EASY. I HAVEN'T HAD IT VERY LONG BUT NOW I GUESS A LIGHT BURNT OUT. HALF OF THE PHOTOS I SCANNED WERE FINE BUT THE LAST HALF CAME OUT EXTREMELY DARK. MORE THAN USUAL. I DON'T KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO CHANGE THE LIGHTS BUT IT DOESN'T LOOK EASY.

THIS REALLY IS A NEAT DEVICE TO USE WITH YOUR IZONE CAMERA. THE PROGRAM IS EASY TO INSTALL ON YOUR COMPUTER AND THEN YOU PLUG THE SCANNER IN. IT IS LIGHTWEIGHT AND SMALL SO YOU CAN TAKE THE SCANNER ANYWHERE WITH YOU AND YOUR IZONE. YOU MUST USE BATTERIES AND BE SURE TO BRING SPARE SINCE IT [takes] THE LIFE OUT OF THEM. BUT DON'T CHANGE THE BATTERIES WHILE YOU HAVE PHOTOS SAVED ON IT OR THEY WILL BE LOST. IT HOLDS 20 PHOTOS SO YOU MUST DOWNLOAD THEM ONTO YOUR COMPUTER TO PUT MORE. I FOUND THE PROGRAM VERY EASY TO USE AND FUN. YOU CAN DOCREATIVE THINGS TO THE PHOTOS ONCE THEY ARE ON THE COMPUTER AND INTO THE PROGRAM.

horrible
this is sooooooooooooooo stuipid... I`m tellinf you right now if you get it you`ll regret it. ... Read more

Features

• Compatible with the I-Zone 200 mini instant camera
• 3 rolls, 12 exposures per roll
• Glossy finish
• Image area: 1.4 x 0.9 inches

Amazon.com Product Description

Polaroid I-Zone Sticky Pocket Film 3-Pack is for use in the Polaroid I-Zone Pocket Camera. The sticker film allows you to create your own fun postage stamp-size images that you can stick anywhere. This three-pack contains a total of 36 exposures. ... Read more

Features

• Instant color prints
• Fun sticker film
• 3 packs, 12 exposures per pack
• Fast developing time
• Compatible with Polaroid i-zone pocket camera

Reviews (17)

Unleash your creativity!
This sticky film is really wonderful. It enhances the things you can do with the I-Zone camera and the small pictures are wonderful for little creative ideas. For example, I'm making a collage of all my friends in the theme of the Brady Bunch opening sequence, and this film and camera are perfect for that. The stickiness is perfect: not permanent, yet still strong. But, just know that you can buy the single 12-photo packs at retail stores, instead of this 3-pak. The price is decent considering the unique capabilities of the camera.

Crisp
This film is really good quality, you get crisp and colorful photos in an instant.

However, As many other people have stated, it isn't really worth the extra money for the "sticky" aspect of this film. Save some money and use it to buy more of the regular i-Zone film.

Sticky film is the best
I'm a serious fan of the i-zone and have been since it was invented, despite it being aimed at people at least fifteen years younger than me, and one of the great things about the pictures it takes is that you can stick them to things. Letters. Postcards. Journals. Foreheads. The sticky film makes this so much easier.

Note that you'll need scissors or a pocket knife to cut off the sides of the film - tearing it by hand is not that easy.

Fun and easy to use
I used the i-Zone sticky film at my wedding for our guest book. We took pictures of our guests and put them in the guest book so they could sign next to their picture. It was a nice way to not just see names, but also faces.

The film was great. The only thing I would like is if it were easier to cut the picture from the excess paper. It was a pain to have to cut each picture. It would have been nice if it were perferated or something to not have to use scissors.

perfect!
when i first got my camera,i was like "oh yay.small pix that i wont see and not be able to do anything with."boy was i wrong! these sticky-film pix r the greatest.u can do anything with them!!i highly recommend these. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

As if i-zone cameras weren't already fun enough, Polaroid has added anew twist: fortunes. Like standard i-zone sticky film, Fortune Film makesinstant postage-stamp-sized prints with an adhesive back so you can stick themanywhere. As an extra bonus, when you pull the developing picture out of thecamera, a message appears. As the picture develops, the fortune fades away.Sample messages: "The 'must see' picture of the year" and "The life of theparty." Each three-pack contains a trio of 12-exposure rolls, for a total of 36pictures. ... Read more

Features

• Instant color print film for i-zone cameras
• Fun fortune on film disappears as picture develops
• Adhesive back for sticking pictures anywhere
• 3 packs, 12 exposures per pack
• Fast developing time

Reviews (4)

Not so great
Sadly, I didn't find the Fortune Film to be up to par to Polaroid's reputation. The colors are not as crisp with the Fortune Film as with the regular and the sticky i-Zone film.

I do not feel that this film is worth the extra money you'll pay, but it's fun for a one time purchase to read the fortunes.

Horrible
When I saw this product online I thought it would be pretty awsome to get it off amozon, but that was a huge,horrible,bad, mistake I made! When the flim came I put in my izone camra and got ready to take my first picture! When I did it took like 5 min. to get the stupid flim to turn up. When the picture was finished I noticed there was 3 things wrong with this picture. One thing wrong was that I couldn't tell who I took a picture of at all. Two was that the color was all faded, and It was not really bright at all. The last problem was that after I took another picture it was totally blank, and yellow! I recommend getting the Polaroid i-Zone Sticky Pocket Film! I recommend this film because it has no blank pictures, tons of color, and you can autually tell who is the person in the picture! I hope my review was helpful to you, and please do not buy the Fortune teller film even if it looks cool beleive me I had the experience!:)

ok-ness
well, its great they have fortunes on them but they arent really fortunes..the dont even go with the pic.. i took a practice pic or my wall and it said "holy hair!" does that count as a fortune?hm but it is sticky and the 'fortunes' are quite cute

Ok
This is an ok product. The fortunes are nice but i have found that the colors are alot nicer with the other film. ... Read more

Reviews (2)

Looks Cool
My nephew owns this camera.It makes very clear miniature photos(instantly)which are also stickers.My nephews' cam is purple and white.It looks very small and easy to carry.The only fault ,I think, with the product is that each roll of film is quite expensive.

THE BEST
Its the best. Only the trial pack the on that comes with the camera has only 6 pictures and isn't a sticky back. It wish I could give it 10 stars. ... Read more

Features

• Ultra-portable Polaroid camera takes instant mini-photos
• Stick photos anywhere including books, lockers or friends
• Automatic flash and autofocus
• Uses i-Zone Pocket Film
• Uses 2 AA batteries (included)