Hubby and I had been researching webcams - well ok then, it was mainly hubby, as he's the technical one - and we'd more or less decided that Logitech was the make for us.
It appeared that they did reasonably priced cameras with good pictures and sound and the fact that they had models which ... Read review
Advantages: Neat, unobtrusive and has a built in microphone Disadvantages: Once it's up and running, there aren't any
...more or less decided that Logitech was the make for us.
It appeared that they did reasonably priced cameras with good pictures and sound and the fact that they had models which had built in microphones seemed like a great idea as it would mean less clutter on our desk.
Almost as if by telepathy a fellow Ciaoer posted a review on the Logitech QuickCam Communicate.
I read Bluebutton's review and it definitely tipped the balance ... ...September 2005 we bought this Logitech webcam from PC World at the reasonably competitive price of £27.59 and rushed home to set up our new toy and 'play' with it.
The installation process was really easy - if I say it's easy, believe me, it's easy, I'm such a technophobe!!
I put the installation disc into our PC and followed all the prompts, attached the camera on top of the computer screen, using the supplied flatpanel clip and the ... more
Hubby and I had been researching webcams - well ok then, it was mainly hubby, as he's the technical one - and we'd more or less decided that Logitech was the make for us. It appeared that they did reasonably priced cameras with good pictures and sound and the fact that they had models which had built in microphones seemed like a great idea as it would mean less clutter on our desk. Almost as if by telepathy a fellow Ciaoer posted a review on the Logitech QuickCam Communicate. I read Bluebutton's review and it definitely tipped the balance for us, we were going to buy a Logitech QuickCam Communicate, but alas this was not to be….Logitech no longer marketed this model of webcam. The Logitech® QuickCam® Communicate™ STX. - Product Number 961410-0914 seemed to be the replacement for Bluebutton's webcam and was the one we decided to buy.
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On 19th September 2005 we bought this Logitech webcam from PC World at the reasonably competitive price of £27.59 and rushed home to set up our new toy and 'play' with it. The installation process was really easy - if I say it's easy, believe me, it's easy, I'm such a technophobe!! I put the installation disc into our PC and followed all the prompts, attached the camera on top of the computer screen, using the supplied flatpanel clip and the webcam was up and running before I could say cheese. We had fun with the webcam, took some pictures, made some short videos with voice messages, we even attached some to emails and sent them to friends. We were really enjoying our new toy! The next step was to have a video conversation with someone…my sister was nominated and agreed that she'd make herself available to have a video chat with me on MSN……Disaster struck!….the pictures were great….I could see her…she could see me….I could hear her, but……all she could hear was static noise!!!
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With hindsight, this was not the best time for us to buy this camera, as we had plans to have some building work carried out on the house, which of course left us short of 'playing' time with our new toy. However we (I use the term 'we' very loosely, as I have already stated, I'm a complete technophobe) did over the next month or so attempt to chat to friends with our new webcam and tweak computer settings etc etc. Hubby contacted Logitech's customer support team, who attempted to give assistance, but still the only sound our friends got to hear was a high pitched static noise, which they told us (very politely) was very uncomfortable on the ears. The suggestion was made by a member of Logitech's team that perhaps we had a faulty webcam and we were supplied with a refund code to take to PC World along with the 'suspect' webcam.
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It was 16th November before we could get to PC World to exchange our webcam and we decided that we'd try another brand, to check if perhaps it was our two month old PC which was causing the problem. We came home with another make of webcam with a separate microphone, this was in the interests of elimination, in case the inbuilt microphone of the Logitech webcam was too close to a magnetic field. Hubby set this webcam up as I was feeling seriously out of my depth by now and we attempted to make contact with some friends…..the scenario was becoming very familiar….Good pictures both sides….good sound our side…..static noise deafening our friends!!! We headed back to PC World, as agreed with them, to exchange this webcam for our original choice - the Logitech® QuickCam® Communicate™ STX. Hubby took our PC back to the factory settings and then installed our new webcam, we tried another conversation, this was becoming extremely embarrassing, we were fast running out of friends who were willing to have their ears assaulted by the static noise, but we were convinced that this would 'cure' our problem….did it?.....Did it heck!! A last ditch effort, we thought, one more talk with the technical support folks at Logitech before we just give up. Hubby spoke to someone on the phone who instantly identified the problem….the installation CD supplied would not work on our PC as it was too new and there was a possible software conflict. He gave us a www address to download updated installation software for our webcam……and guess what……it worked just fine….set up and running in about five minutes.
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The following information is supplied by Logitech:
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
• Sensor: High quality VGA • Video Capture: Up to 640 x 480 pixels • Still Image Capture: 1.3 mexapixels (interpolated) • Video File Type: AVI • Still Image File Types: BMP, JPEG • Frame Rate: Up to 30 frames per second (with recommended system) • Field of View: 42 degrees horizontal • Optics: Fixed focus • USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant • Cable length: 6 ft. USB cable
• 2 year limited hardware warranty
APPLICATIONS FOR WINDOWS®:
• Live video calls with free trial of Logitech VideoCall for broadband • Live video integrated with MSN® Messenger • Live video on AIM®/AOL® Instant Messenger™ • Works with Yahoo!® Messenger • Works with Windows® Messenger (XP only) • Includes Logitech QuickCam software for capturing stills and videos • Web camming software
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Since we've had our Logitech up and running we've enjoyed video chatting with friends and think that we did, in fact, make a good choice of webcam. We've had one two hour chat with a fellow ciaoer and spouse and during this enjoyable social exchange we were able to adjust the sound and lighting to our satisfaction. Mr and Mrs R assured us that they were getting good pictures and sound and that they could even understand our accents!!!
The quality of 'still' photographs is very good - the picture on my Ciao page was taken with our Logitech QuickCam.
The struggle we had to get the webcam up and running has been worthwhile as it really is a great product and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
Information about a possible software conflict is now starting to appear on Logitech's website and there is a link to installation software, but there are no upgrades to the CD which is supplied with the webcam.
If this review helps even one person have an easier installation process than we had, I'll feel well rewarded for penning this saga.
A snippet of brief descriptive information in The Mail on Sunday (03/12/2005) - A webcam is an easy to use video camera that connects directly to your PC and, via the internet, beams live moving images to other computers with compatible software.
One benefit we have had in this lengthy installation process is that we bought our original webcam for £27.59 and by the time we finally completed the purchase process the price was £29.99 with a BOGOF (buy one get one free) offer. This price has since gone up to £39.99.
As we had no need of a second webcam, I sold it on Ebay.
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Contact information: www.logitech.co.uk
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N.B. Hubby has just informed me that a work colleague told him that his teenage son and friends were all aware of this conflict and knew to download the installation software from Logitech's website. I don't really know how to react to that ......I think a smile!!!
Advantages: Cheap, Good Quality, Looks Awsome, Nice Blue Light, Easy To Set Up Disadvantages: Logitech Software Can Be A Bit Buggy
After buying numerous Logitech products and also having Logitech webcams in the past, I decided to buy this little beauty with my new computer around a year ago...
It stood out to me above the rest with its striking modern looks and black colour to tuck away behind the computer and not be overly noticeable... The Logitech packaging also stands out to me and they package their products very well to keep them safe..
Once opened I found it very easy ... ...to follow as with all Logitech products and I had my camera up and running in around 10 minutes.. As soon as i fired up the camera to my friends on MSN messenger I was astounded with the great quality and clarity of the image compared to my friends webcams... Also with the camera you get a built in microphone which also works very well and my friends said they had no problem hearing me at all... The picture never distorts even with a slow down in ...
luis2oo7 28.03.2007
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apart from apparently not being compatible with win xp it's ok. It works under ubuntu though.
This thing trashed my win xp hard drive after crashing many times and I had to re format it and reinstall. This was with and without skype - it's supposed to be a skype compatible web cam. It crashed with the original and updated software with drivers only and with the full software suite that comes with it. The Logitech support forums have not been helpful at all.
Avoid this piece of kit in my opinion ...
ceejay01 18.08.2008
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This is one of the most terrible webcams available i think. The 640X480 camera is just enough for a thumbnail, but poor for chatting on skype and msn for instance. The picture appears extremely grainy when compared to other cameras that cost just 12 to 18 dollars more.
My advice? Spend a little more. A decent webcam should have at LEAST a 1.3 megapixel camera. ...
Spoodie 01.09.2008
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Advantages: Clear picture, mic works well, easy instaltlation Disadvantages: Hasnt really got any
...Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Logitech QuickCam OS Required Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP Peripheral / Interface Devices CD-ROM System Requirements Details Pentium II - 500 MHz - RAM 64 MB - HD 200 MB Its a handy little webcam that can be placed anywhere because It comes with two clip-on stands, one for hanging on a monitor, the other for placing on a flat surface, its a good size webcam. Takes decent photos, really clear!
Ive had this ... ...it, its so easy to use, anyone could use it. No fancy programs to confuse you, does exactly what its meant to. The sound of the mic is really clear and it gives out a clear signal. I would really recommend buying this product, a really reliable webcam. ...
EllieHarris04 18.10.2007 (19.10.2007)
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Advantages: Cost effective, Quality, Ease of Use, Good pricing Disadvantages: Headset hard to get used to
Logitech have out done themselves with this, a simple easy to use communication package with good quality video and sound.
Its an easy to use package with any platform, be it PDA, Desktop, Laptop.
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Gives good quality video output with simple easy to use software taht helps you communicate quickly and easily.
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1 x USB - 4 PIN USB Type A, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories
Stand, flat panel monitor clip, Stand
Cables Included
1 x USB cable - 1.83 m, 1 x USB cable - 1.8 m
Certified for Windows Vista
Certified for Windows Vista software and devices have undergone compatibility tests for ease-of-use, better performance and enhanced security.
Colour
Black, charcoal
Software / system requirements
OS Required
Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Windows ME, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP
Peripheral / Interface Devices
CD-ROM
System Requirements Details
- 500 MHz - RAM 64 MB - HD 200 MB, Pentium II - 500 MHz - RAM 64 MB - HD 200 MB
Ramp up your video communication with QuickCam Communicate STX's high performance VGA optics and integrated microphone. Whether you want to improve your video IM or upgrade to video calling, STX will make your online chats, conversations, and friendships far more compelling! The Communicate STX works with all popular Instant Messenger services, including AIM, AOL Instant Messenger, MSN Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, and Windows Messenger (on XP). You'll get ultra sharp video IM, and the STX will let you know you're "live" with its vivid blue activity light. Ready for the next level in Internet communication? The Communicate STX will take you there in style. Make live video calls and share photos seamlessly with Logitech's VideoCall for broadband. Communicate STX even lets you "go big" by taking your video full-screen, and makes it a snap to attach videos and photos to email. The STX is easy to set up, includes a free clip to fit virtually any CRT monitor, flat panel display, or notebook PC, and comes complete with all of the software you need for an outstanding video communication experience.
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