Yeah, you said that before.... Everyone, of course, is going to make their own decision. In the absence of any evidence or reports of dire mishaps occurring from using the quick fix, I see no reason not to use it.
The modifications are entirely on the card. What are the odds of the tape or the very small amount of glue coming off inside the camera? I don't know, but it's worth a try. Simply checking the card every few months (or whenever) is easy to do. I think either material could be easily removed if they became dislodged.
Personally, if I had a camera out of warranty (I do), and did not want to spend the money for a new one or even for a repair (I don't), then altering the sliding tab on the memory card is a viable option. If the alternative is buying a new camera, what do I have to lose by trying this? That small spring switch inside the camera simply needs to be pushed in a mere fraction of a millimeter further to work... so simple, so easy to fix.
Anyway, I have these cameras because they are the last ELF series model that have a viewfinder. There are none available new, only used, and they are so inexpensive that repairing one is not worth it. I paid $13 for this recent purchase, including S&H. The quick fix is the practical one.
I'll post my result after applying glue to the card's tab. I may or may not use Superglue; something more along the line of an epoxy might be more durable and adhesive (a truly bonding material). (Nah, I'll probalby use the Superglue.) I only received the camera yesterday afternoon, just a few hours before searching for a solution, fixing and posting here.
