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Logitech 960-000010
Logitech 960-000043
Microsoft 68C-00001
Microsoft 68A-00013
Microsoft 94N-00001
Microsoft WTB-00001
Microsoft CEA-00001
Apple Computer M8817LL/C
Logitech 931462-0403
Logitech 961422-0403

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Webcams - Videoconferencing


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Logitech QuickCam for Notebooks
   Built-in microphone for headset-free conversations
   VGA resolution with rich, vibrant colors
   RightSound Technology eliminates echo and reduces background noise
   Snapshot button makes taking digital stills easy
   Activity light lets you know when you're "live"


Logitech 960-000010 Review:   No question about it, your notebook computer is big part of your daily life. Email, the Web, and IM keep you connected with friends and family - but what if you could see and hear them, too? Video IM is the way to go, and the QuickCam for Notebooks adds that dimension to your Internet experience. It works with all popular IM and video calling services, and provides super clear VGA video and integrated audio.


  $36.99    New Price: $27.99

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Logitech QuickCam Deluxe for Notebooks
   RightLight Technology and RightSound Technology adjusts intelligently to produce the best possible video and audio, even in noisy or dimly-lit rooms
   Still image capture: Up to 1.3 megapixel with software enhancement
   Snapshot button makes digital stills easy and fun
   Activity light lets you know when you're "live"
   Free protective travel case included


Logitech 960-000043 Review:   Offering powerful portable notebook video with stylish looks and performance to match, the Logitech Quickcam Deluxe features a glass-element lens to improve image quality, compared to plastic lenses. RightLight 2 Technology captures fine details, even in dim, side or backlit situations. The high quality integrated microphone with RightSound Technology eliminates echo and reduces background noise. Protect your investment while you're on the road with the included travel case. A 20mm adjustable clip attaches your webcam to multimedia and widescreen notebooks. Change your image by applying special effects like 'Chalk' or 'Music Video' with Fun Filters.


  $59.99    New Price: $38.49

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Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 (68C-00001)
   Use with Windows Live Messenger to communicate with friends and family as if they were in the room with you
   Delivers 1.3 megapixel video resolution and 5 megapixel photo resolution
   Built-in microphone
   Simply press the Windows Live Call Button and select an Online Contact to start a video conversation
   71 degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the picture


Microsoft 68C-00001 Review:   Experience instant messaging in a whole new way. Communicate with friends and family as if they were in the room with you. 1.3 megapixels high Definition video and 5.0 megapixels photos interpolated shows you in the best light. The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity. Just press this button and select an Online Contact to start a video call. The 71-degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the picture. The pan and tilt functionality make it a snap to capture the big picture, however you want to see it. The long, flexible cable gives you more room to move. The zoom delivers realistic, up-close-and-personal video, so you can see the contours of every smile. The new USB 2.0 enables much higher connection speeds, so you can experience life in real-time. Surprise your friends with cool video effects, accessible right from the Windows Live Messenger Window. LifeCams capture life at 30 frames per second, which means the video images you see are smooth and seamless. Windows Vista or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) required.


  $79.95    New Price: $29.95

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Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Pack
   Product #: 68A00013
   Manufacturer: Microsoft
   Manufacturer Item #: 68A-00013
   UPC: 882224451604


Microsoft 68A-00013 Review:   Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is a wired, desktop webcam that delivers High Definition still (1.3 megapixels interpolated) photography, brilliant video (640x480 pixels) and a built-in unidirectional noise-canceling microphone for crystal-clear audio performance. The LifeCam fully integrates with the Microsoft Windows Live Messenger to deliver a suite of market-first features that make Web video calling a breeze. The Universal Attachment Base allows for easy and secure attachment to virtually any size monitor. Featuring a sleek black and gray design, the VX-3000 complements any office or home PC.


  $79.95    New Price: $54.5

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Microsoft LifeCam NX-6000 Webcam
   Designed for notebooks
   High Definition video (1280 × 1024 resolution) and still photo (5.0 megapixels, interpolated) quality
   Wide-angle lens with 71 degree field of view
   Automatic face tracking software
   Built-in unidirectional microphone


Microsoft 94N-00001 Review:   Why should your desktop computer be the only unit with a webcam? Whether you're at home, in the office, or on the road, keeping in touch with friends, family, and business associates is easy with the LifeCam NX-6000. Compact and reliable, this webcam was designed especially for notebook computers. Sleek, small, and stylish, it integrates nicely with your notebook PC to provide audio and video capabilities. Built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity System Requirements -
    *Operating System - Windows XP Pro/Home/Media Center Edition/Tablet PC Edition /200 MB free Hard Disk Space / 128 MB of RAM (256 MB of RAM recommended) or higher
    *Connectivity - USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended); USB 2.0 required for 1.3 MP video capture resolution. Systems without USB 2.0 may achieve 800 ? 600 pixel resolution
    *Intel Pentium III 700 MHz (Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz recommended) or later / 4? speed CD-ROM drive or faster
    *Display adapter capable of 800 ? 600 resolution or higher, 16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or more video memory
    *Auto Update required for One-Touch Blogging / Internet access required
    *Audio - Sound card with speakers or headphones
    *Internet functions (post to Windows Live Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls), also require - Broadband (cable, DSL, or other) modem
    *Internet Explorer 6.0 or later browser software required for installation 25-MB hard-drive space typically required (users can maintain other default Web browsers after installation)
    *Access to the Internet via MSN or another service provider

      $99.95    New Price: $22

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Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 for Notebooks
   Share and swap photos in real time with your friends and family using Windows Live Messenger-right in the video call window!
   See the smiles clearly with 640 x 480 pixel video resolution
   High Definition 1.3 Megapixel Still Photos
   The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity
   The pan and tilt functionality make it a snap to capture the big picture, however you want to see it


Microsoft WTB-00001 Review:   Staying in touch with friends, family, and business associates is easy with the Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000. This ultra-compact, reliable webcam was designed especially for notebook computers. Delivering superior video quality and crystal-clear audio, it comes with a built-in microphone, built-in Windows Live Call Button for easy calling, and more!The clip adjusts to most notebooks - it fits on notebook screens 4 - 15 mm thick.


  $59.99    New Price: $32.05

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Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 Win USB
   Share and swap photos in real time with your friends and family using Windows Live Messenger-right in the video call window!
   True 2.0 megapixel sensor offering crisp, clear video quality
   The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity
   Universal Attachment Base, fits on most flatscreens and notebooks, or sits directly on your desk
   Get superior video quality with automatic low-light adjustments


Microsoft CEA-00001 Review:   With the universal attachment base you can attach the LifeCam to most flatscreens or notebooks, saving space on your desk. With the 2.0 Megapixel sensor, Glass Element and wide angle lens you get a clearer video to send to anyone you want. LifeCam VX-7000 is a clear choice when you need to send out the best video quality. The 71 degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the picture High Definition 8 Megapixel still Photos Discover a fun way to express yourself with these entertaining video effects built into the LifeCam dashboard System Requirements - Windows XP SP2 or higher, Intel Pentium III 700MHz, 256RAM, 300MB Hard Drive, Video card with 16bit color with 2MB video memory, USB 1.1 USB 2.0 is required for higher than 1.3MP video quality, CD-ROM Drive, Broadband Internet access


  $99.99    New Price: $49.99

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Apple iSight Video Conferencing Webcam with Autofocus
   Video conference easily over broadband Internet
   640 x 480 resolution with 24-bit color at 30 frames per second
   Built-in noise-suppressing microphone
   Includes 3 stands and can be clipped to the top of an LCD display for a more accurate centered video image.
   Autofocus from 2 inches to infinity


Apple Computer M8817LL/C Review:   Introducing a revolutionary new way to say hello. iSight delivers picture perfect video, crystal clear audio and an innovative design that makes video conferencing over the Internet as natural as face-to-face conversation. Families can stay in touch from thousands of miles away. Students can hang out and talk with their friends like they were in the same room. And business travelers can tuck their kids in to bed from the other side of the world. It's the next best thing to being there.


  Best Price: $360

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Logitech QuickCam Chat
   Easy to Set Up and Use - Install in just three steps, and make a call with just one click.
   Adaptable Monitor Clip - Secure your webcam to any type of monitor.
   Compatibility - Use it with all major instant messaging programs, as well as computers with USB 1.1. or 2.0 connections.
   Still Shots - Capture, print and send pictures with the free image software
   Included Headset - Get audio and video in one simple solution.


Logitech 931462-0403 Review:   Start communicating with friends and family in three easy steps - simply install the software, plug in the QuickCam Chat camera, and you're ready to enter the world of Internet communications!


  $34.95    New Price: $17.5

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Logitech QuickCam Orbit MP Webcam ( 961422-0403 )
   Digital video camera
   Capture fluid video
   Experience full-screen video and synchronized audio
   Take sharp, true 1.3 megapixel photos
   Two year limited warranty


Logitech 961422-0403 Review:   QuickCam Orbit MP delivers true 1.3 megapixel performance, with RightLight 2 Technology for sharp images even in difficult lighting situations. Featuring an elegant, eye-level design with motorized pan and tilt, the camera automatically keeps its focus on you. Logitech's exclusive RightSound Technology ensures that your voice comes through clear and echo-free through included microphone. This webcam connects to your PC through a USB port and works with Windows XP and 2000. One of the neat features is the ability to add your voice and image to instant Internet messages and for use with Skype phone calls. You can achieve up to 30 frames per second live video or you can capture stills at up to 1280x960 resolution. So just add an optional headset or use your computer's speakers and enter the realm of cyberspace with the Logitech Orbit MP. Logitech's Video Effects imitates facial expressions and head movies with the 3D animated avatars or 2D face accessories that allows change to look with glasses, hats and more. Fun and easy to use with MSN Messenger Video Conversation, Yahoo Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger and others Use the 9 inch Dual-Height Base to stand to position the camera closer to eye level System Requirements - Pentium P4 1.4 GHz or AMD Athlon processor 1 GHz (Pentium P4 2.4 GHz or better recommended), Windows 2000 or XP, CD-ROM Drive, 128MB RAM (256MB RAM recommended), 200MB Free Hard Disk space, 16-bit color display adaptor, Windows compatible sound card and speakers (full duplex sound card recommended), Available 1.1 or 2.0 USB port (USB 2.0 High Speed port (Required for megapixel image capture) Package Contents - Logitech QuickCam Orbit MP Webcam with built-in microphone; Base with 9 stand; QuickCam software; Quick-start guide 2-year limited hardware warranty


  $129.99    New Price: $84.95

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