Advantages: Neat, unobtrusive and has a built in microphone Disadvantages: Once it's up and running, there aren't any
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 LogitechQuickCamCommunicate.
I read Bluebutton's review and it definitely tipped the balance for us, we were going to buy a LogitechQuickCamCommunicate, 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 ...
Advantages: value for money, looks good, easy to use. Disadvantages: need broadband for est results. small wire.
I wanted a value for money, easy to use webcam. I use MSN quite a lot and wanted a webcam to allow video messaging. I also wanted to be able to make mini videos and email them to friends and family. I was recommended Logitech by one of my gadget-freak friends. I chose this particular camera as I felt it was value for money and looked great - small and sleek looking. The frame rate is up to 30 frames per second, which is more than adequate for most users.
I shopped around and eventually purchased a LogitechQuickCamMessenger from www.directfrom.com for £14.50. I paid £6 for next day delivery. The other options are
Standard Delivery = £2.00
Next Day Delivery = £6.00
Next Day Pre 10AM = £12.00
Next Day Pre 12PM = £10.00
Saturday Delivery = £17.00
My package arrived the next day, complete with a USB cable and software ...
Advantages: small high resolution Disadvantages: wire length
This cam £39.97 from argos, it is easy-to-use webcam and has a built-in microphone.
It is very easy to use and enable you throug the software provide make stills.
You can create still albums or video libraries, it also lets you use it in conjunction with all major chat sites such as yahoo and msn.
You can also use live video to your Instant Messenger with Logitech's IM Video Companion.
You can Email your photos and videos as easily as you send text messages on a phone
The file formats are easy to attach to emails and are good quality they can even be compressed for easier email sending.
The cam has a universal usb connection found on all laptops and pc these days so compatability isnt a problem.
I have used my cam loads to talk to distant friends over the net on yahoo messenger.
I have also compiled many holiday and home photo ...
Product Information for "Logitech Quickcam Communicate STX for MSN Messenger" »
General
MPN
961423-0120
Device Type
Web camera
Camera
Type
Colour
Digital Video Format
AVI
Still Image
JPEG, BMP - 640 x 480
Interfaces
Computer Interface
USB
Expansion / connectivity
Interfaces
1 x USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories
Headset, flat panel monitor clip
Cables Included
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.
Software / system requirements
Software Included
Drivers & Utilities
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
Manufacturer warranty
Service & Support
2 years warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - 2 years
Manufacturer's product description
Make live video calls over the Internet with QuickCam Communicate STX for MSN Messenger, recommended by Microsoft. High-performance VGA optics and the included stereo headset provide sharp full-screen video and clear, crisp fully-synchronized audio. Communicate STX even allows you to video call in full screen with MSN Messenger and its vivid blue light tells you when you're "live". Its adjustable monitor clip means you can use it with virtually any monitor or flat-panel display.
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