Gateway DC-T23 Digital Camera

Pros: battery lasts longer than other cameras and takes decent pictures
Cons: basically, its outdated.

I purchased this digital camera 2 years ago when I bought my new computer. I'd had other digital cameras in the past and hadn't had the best of luck with them and I really wanted a new one. I was ordering my computer from Gateway.com and saw they had a ...

Pros: cute and compact design is convenient. Light weight. Easy to use.
Cons: Battery life is dismal. Customer service leaves much to be desired. Range is minimal.

This camera is certainly cute and compact. Unfortunately, I have had problems with battery life. Even with fresh high quality lithium batteries, it would indicate that I did not have sufficient power for the flash. Because of this problem I sent it in the week after Thanksgiving. It is almost Valentine's Day and I haven't gotten it back from Gateway yet. I have seen other posts from people with this same problem. One commented that they had ended up having to send their camera back again because it had the same problem when it was finally returned to them. At the time of their post they were waiting to receive an upgraded model. I also find the range from which I can get clear shots limiting. In addition, I haven't seen a case designed for this camera.