Thanks I/R..I appreciate the help. That is more or less the conclusion I had came to (buying Ultra if I decide on a pocket model) but it is nice to have it validated by a current user. I had zero'd in on the Ultra after learning about the HD issues and had recently started searching for good Ultra pricing. So far Walmart "online only" seems to have the best pricing either stand alone or in a bundled package. They have the current generation Ultra's for $109 or you can get a "bundle" package for $154 ($149 + $5 shipping) that includes the std Ultra package + two accessory add ons. In reviewing the Ultra package I thought the rechargable battery pack (Ultra doesn't include this even though the UltraHD does) and the 110v adapter charger accessories would be worth the $40 upcharge for the bundle package..It looks like the 110v wall charger cuts the recharge time nearly in half from USB charging..at least thats what is listed in a couple of reviews I found online.

Thanks again for the help, RJ in Montana