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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000

$50.00 Released March, 2008

The Pros:Simple to setup, plug and play. Capable at all basic functions. Good video quality for the price.

The Cons:Windows only - no Mac OS X support. Bundled software can be irritating, software is designed for youths. Possible flickering with fluorescent lighting and 60Hz mode, can be fixed by adjusting to 50Hz.

The Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 model is a high-end desktop webcam designed specifically for casual in-home use, but it can also be used while on the go and during travel. The VX-5000 supports VGA (640 x 480px) photos and videos at 30 frames per second.

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The VX-5000 lens has a 3x digital zoom, and a focus depth from 21"-60". Boasting several quick access features such as one touch blogging through Windows Live Spaces, a Windows Live call button and a special photo swap function which allows quick access to an internet video call, the VX-5000 includes a built-in microphone for audio.

The VX-5000 webcam also includes additional features such as a flexible base that can bend, fold and shape to fit on any type of computer screen, special video effects built into the LifeCam dashboard, a Microsoft 3 year limited warranty, and broad IM compatibility (Works with: Windows Live, AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, Microsoft Office Communicator, and Skype). The webcam exterior is also available in three different colors; Fire Red, Cool Blue or Lucky Green.

Features

Camera: 3x digital zoom, world class VGA optics, and focus depth of 21"-60"
High resolution 640 x 480 pixel videos at 30 frames per second
Takes High-res (640 x 480) still photos
Automatic audio control with built in microphone
Flexible base that can conform to any shape; enables custom fit on any computer monitor even laptops
One touch blogging, Windows Live call button, Photo Swap and internet video call features
Includes built in special video effects through lifecam dashboard software
Available in three separate colors: Fire Red, Cool Blue, and Lucky Green
Microsoft 3 year limited warranty
Broad IM compatibility; Works with: Windows Live, AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, Microsoft Office Communicator, and Skype

System Requirements

Windows Vista® or Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later
Intel Pentium®4 1.8 GHz (Pentium 4.3 or higher recommended) or higher
256 MB of RAM or higher (500MB recommended)
400–1250 MB hard drive space free
Broadband Internet access required
USB 1.1 port or higher (USB 2.0 recommended)
CD-ROM drive
Display adapter capable of 16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or more video memory
Internet Explorer 6 or later browser software required for installation

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Simple to setup, plug and play
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Capable at all basic functions
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Good video quality for the price
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Innovative adjustable stand
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Good quality microphone
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Compact and portable

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Windows only - no Mac OS X support
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Bundled software can be irritating, software is designed for youths
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Possible flickering with fluorescent lighting and 60Hz mode, can be fixed by adjusting to 50Hz