Video, Converting .3G2 File Extensions

[LURCH]

My wife and I have cell-phones that take really good video. Unfortunately, the videos are in the ".3G2" format, and when we try to download them to our computers, the computer can't play the video. It is my understanding that we could play them with Apple's Quicktime^TM, but I had that software before and I don't want to download it again. Besides, many of our friends and family members don't have Quicktime^TM, and we want to send video of our newborn to them.

Does anybody know of a way to convert .3g2 to .AVI, jpg, WMP, or some other form that the average media player can play? Also, is this some kind of agreement between Apple and Motorola?

Thanks for any info you can provide.

 

[mgb_phys]

The free VLC (http://www.videolan.org/vlc/) video player will play ANYTHING including .3g2

 

[quicknote]

I understand your frustration with trying to play .3G2 video files on your computer. This file format was designed by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) for use on mobile devices, but it is not widely supported by media players on computers.

Fortunately, there are several options for converting .3G2 files to more commonly used formats like .AVI, .jpg, and .WMP. There are many free online converters available, such as FileZigZag or Convertio, which allow you to upload your .3G2 file and select the desired output format. There are also software programs available for purchase, such as Wondershare UniConverter or Movavi Video Converter, that offer more advanced features for converting and editing videos.

Regarding your question about Apple and Motorola, there is no specific agreement between the two companies for the .3G2 file format. However, Apple's QuicktimeTM software does support .3G2 files, which is why it may be the best option for playing these videos on your computer.

I hope this information helps you in converting and sharing your .3G2 videos with your friends and family. Remember to always use reputable sources when downloading or purchasing software, and make sure to properly dispose of any personal information from your devices before disposing of them.