Gadget|boy Shaz! >> Microsoft Lifecam VX-7000

I am truly a gadget person! I just bought myself a new webcam!!! Hahaha...and a mouse too!

When it comes to latest products and getting the best of the best, its a must for me to get it. Recently i laid my hands on one of Microsoft's latest web cams and a bluetooth wireless laser mouse. For today i would really like to share with you my readers about my awesome webcam!

At first glance by the window of this IT accessories shop in Plaza Low Yat, i saw a bunch of webcams, various diffferent brands, sizes, heights and even colors. But what stands out was Microsoft's Lifecam VX-7000, which was like as if it was love at first sight. It has all what i need, yes when i say that i really mean it in terms of applications, tools, design, flexibility and compatibility. That's what important for me and yes not forgetting the color! For some people color is not a biggie, but for me it must mix and match well with my hardware.

The price-tag on this marvelous piece of equipment is < $RM 300 (below). I'm glad you want to know what are you paying for! (You get what you pay for!!!)...

• Features @ Microsoft Lifecam VX-7000
  • Optimized for Windows LIVE Messenger
  • 2.0 Megapixel Sensor
  • Universal Attachment Base
  • Built-in Microphone
  • Crystal-clear Audio
  • Glass Element Lens

Product Summary

1. It's compact and able to take up any form or position on any monitor / laptop.
   
   
2. Rankings:
   
   + Points
   

• Picture Quality for Video Calls - 8/10
• Audio Quality for Video Calls - 8/10
• Design, Flexibility and Usage - 9/10

- Points

• The web-cam's head can only rotate 45' up or down, i only wish it can rotate 90' up down and sideways like my previous web-cam, but all in all it's a good hardware that produces clear images! Yes i tested it with my friend via Windows LIVE Messenger.
  
  
• I've tested the camera and and compared to other sites and friends who did a review on this hardware, they mentioned that if the camera's resolution is set to anything above 640x480, the images get kinda "choppy". But then again do you really use that big of a resolution all the time for msn or even YOUtube?
  

@ Bottomline

• It's an awesome piece of hardware, definitely beats my integrated webcam on my laptop and my previous desktop webcam. My first Microsoft LIFECAM and i'm beginning to like it. It's designed to catch the eye of those who are using flat panel monitors or even laptops! Yesss yess we all know the integrated webcams are usually not the best ones to use! So yea, go get yourself this nice piece! The Microsoft Lifecam VX-7000 is the way to go!
  

The Lifecam VX-7000

If you're a MSN user (Windows LIVE Messenger), blogger (especially who loves taking pictures in your room), or a YOUtube kinda person (who loves making videos of you playing the guitar or making a comedy! then the Microsoft LIFECAM VX-7000 is your next big thing that goes together with your computer! With its 2 mega-pixel camera, crisp clear sound, it's bound to impress not only your friends but those who are viewing you!

The webcam comes in a simple box with everything that you need to get started - the CD installs the software, as for the stand for the cam - this piece doesn't need one as it comes with a hinge-like stand that allows you to put it onto your laptop or LCD flat panel. Afraid that it might slip on a desk? No worries lah... the base is rubberized.

Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 comes with an application software that allows you to transfer video, photo-swap, and do a whole lot of things with ease. Talking about getting applications for you to do your stuffs... this time around the applications does it for you.

The application also has some cool funky designs that can be applied onto your cam screen whilst on a video call with your friend. Yes, try putting a parrot on your screen! Your friend would probably think that there's a bird in your room. Change the atmosphere, the weather...its all customizable.

Many people wants clean clear sound be transmitted to their friends! Ease of use without having to put on a headset microphone is way too cool. Imagine you sitting down at Starbucks and wearing a headset on you and look like an operator answering phone calls. With the LifeCam VX-7000 you can do so by just talking to your friend by looking at the screen and the LifeCam will capture your voice and transmit clean sound to the recipient. Now that's TECHNOLOGY for you! What else can you ask for other than sound, cool design, cool application, 2 MegaPixel camera... It's your choice!



Product Details:

	Photo Swap
	Share and swap photos in real time with your friends and family using Windows Live Messenger—right in the video call window!
	Windows Live™ Call Button
	Just press this button and select an Online Contact to start a video call.
	LifeCam Dashboard
	Add special effects and control your webcam—all from the Windows Live Messenger window.
	One-touch Blogging
	Upload photos to your blog on Windows Live™ Spaces with any of your photos at the simple click of your mouse.
	Optimized for Windows Live Messenger
	Seamlessly integrated with Windows Live Messenger for easy setup and use.
	2.0 Megapixel Sensor
	True 2.0 megapixel sensor offering crisp, clear video quality.
	Universal Attachment Base
	Fits on most monitors, including fl at screens and notebooks, or sits directly on your desk.
	Built-in Microphone
	The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with remarkable clarity.
	Crystal-clear Audio
	Automatic audio control for enhanced clarity.
	Glass Element Lens
	See your friends up close and personal with this glass element lens.
	Auto-Adjustment for Low Light Conditions
	Get superior video quality with automatic low-light adjustments.
	Wide-Angle Lens
	The 71 degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the picture.
	Video Effects
	Discover a fun way to express yourself with these entertaining video effects built into the LifeCam dashboard.
	High Definition Photos
	High Definition photos show you in the best light.
	High Definition 8 Megapixel* Still Photos
	High Definition still photos show you in the best light.
	Broad IM Compatibility
	Works with other instant messaging programs, such as Skype, Yahoo! Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger™.

posted by Shaz @ 10/16/2008 02:55:00 AM