Microsoft Lifecam Show

The Lifecam show will give you a crisp, clear video and great sound that cancels background noise.
What I likes about the webcam was it was a full package, everything I needed to start video calling with all the attatchments in one place.
Althought it has a short usb lead, if you are using it for a laptop or your PC is right next to your Monitor, it's no problem.
The Lifecam show comes with a stand that you can place right infront of your monitor so when you are on a video call, you are effectivly looking that person in the eye. Rather than looking at them when the camera is placed elsewhere on the monitor.

I installed lifecam software simply on my Vista machine and as soon as I plugged it in I was using it on skype with no problems, dropped frames or freezing. Unlike my last, more expensive cam.
The software has playful functions such as adding a pair of sunglasses to your face, making you look like a cat, wearing a big wig, hat or look like you are at the seaside. All pointless fun but with a couple of exceptions. One setting allows your face to be clear with your surroundings blurred. No matter were you move you face stays in focus.
The face recognition works well and the zoom feature with panning means you don't need to have the cam so close.
It comes with a little case to carry the webcam around in, should you travel with it. Plus a small clip with a magnet and two sticky magnets.
FYI: the round dimple on the camera, below the lens is magnetic. The clip, the stand and the two magnets are all shaped to fit inside like a magnetic cup, it also has one on the back. Thought you'd like to know :o)

I give this cam full marks. It really is a great webcam & for the price it's a steal. I'm glad I got mine, so is everyone I chat with. Especially when I use the cowboy hat!
£49.95
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Microsoft Lifecam Show Features:
Ultra-Thin Mobile Design - Sleek, slim design means ultimate mobility.
World-Class High Definition Optics - World-Class HD Optics with a glass element lens provides vibrant, rich video quality that is always focused-even in dim lighting.
2.0 Megapixel Sensor- True 2.0 megapixel sensor offering crisp, clear video quality.
The webcam is always in focus – no fine tuning needed. Focus depth of field is from 21” to 60”
Video Effects - Discover a fun way to express yourself with these entertaining video effects built into the LifeCam dashboard.
Noise Cancelling Microphone - Crystal-clear audio, built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation and echo cancellation
Optimized for Windows Messenger.
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Photo Swap
Share and swap photos in real time with your friends and family using Windows Live Messenger—right in the video call window!
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Windows Live™ Call Button
It's simple to start video calls. One touch of the Windows Live Call Button lets you see who's online, and you're on your way to making a video call.
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LifeCam Dashboard
Add special effects and control your webcam—all from the Windows Live Messenger window.
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One-Touch Blogging
Upload photos to your blog on Windows Live™ Spaces with any of your photos at the simple click of your mouse.
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Ultra-Thin Mobile Design
Sleek, slim design means ultimate mobility.
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World-Class High Definition Optics
World-Class HD Optics with a glass element lens provides vibrant, rich video quality that is always focused-even in dim lighting.
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2.0 Megapixel Sensor
True 2.0 megapixel sensor offering crisp, clear video quality.
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Always Focused
The webcam is always in focus – no fine tuning needed. Focus depth of field is from 21” to 60”.
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Video Effects
Discover a fun way to express yourself with these entertaining video effects built into the LifeCam dashboard.
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Noise Cancelling Microphone
Crystal-clear audio, built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation and echo cancellation.1
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Attachment System
Complete attachment system—including desktop stand, laptop clips, and attachment disc—gives you maximum flexibility to use LifeCam Show on your desktop or notebook PC.
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Optimized for Windows Live Messenger
Seamlessly integrated with Windows Live Messenger for easy setup and use.
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Pan, Tilt and Zoom
The pan and tilt functionality make it a snap to capture the big picture, however you want to see it.2
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Wide-Angle Lens
The 71 degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the picture.
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High Definition 8 Megapixel* Still Photos
High Definition still photos show you in the best light.
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Broad IM compatibility
Works with: Windows Live™ Messenger, Skype, Yahoo! Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger™ and Microsoft Office Communicator.
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5X Digital Zoom
The zoom delivers realistic, up-close-and-personal video, so you can see the contours of every smile.
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3 Year Warranty
General
Device Type Web camera
Camera
Type Colour
Digital Zoom 5
Audio Support Yes : built-in microphone
Interfaces
Computer Interface Hi-Speed USB
Expansion / Connectivity
Interfaces 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories Carrying case
Colour Black, silver
Software / System Requirements
Software Included Drivers & Utilities
OS Required Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista
System Requirements Details Pentium 4 - 1.8 GHz - RAM 1 GB
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 3 years warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 3 years
Universal Product Identifiers
Part Number RLA-00003
EAN 0882224612364
| System Requirements |
| Operating System |
Windows Vista®
Windows® XP
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| Processor |
Windows Vista®
Intel Pentium® 4 2.8 GHz (Pentium Dual-Core 2.0 GHz or higher recommended). 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended), 200–600 MB hard drive
Windows® XP
Intel Pentium 4 1.8 GHz (Pentium Dual-Core 1.8 GHz or higher recommended). 256 MB of RAM (500 MB recommended), 400–1250 MB hard drive
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| Audio |
| Windows-compatible speakers or headphones |
| Other |
Broadband Internet access required; access fees may apply
USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended)
CD-ROM drive
Display adapter capable of 16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or higher video memory |
| Internet functions (post to Windows LiveTM Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls) also require |
Internet Explorer® 6/7 browser software required for installation.
25 MB hard-drive space typically required (users can maintain other default Web browsers after installation). |
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You must accept the enclosed License Agreement during software setup before you can use the software accompanying this product.
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