The easiest upgrade to HD video calling ? just plug in and chat
Smooth HD 720p video capture and playback of up to 30 frames per second
Built-in noise-canceling microphone eliminates background noise for clearer voice chat
Share your photos and videos online to various social media websites with a single click
Still image capture at up to 5.7 MP resolution
This review is from: Creative Live! Cam Chat HD 720P, 5MP Webcam (Black)
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The camera has simple plug-and-play installation which confused me for a few minutes. It will appear in the control panel under Imaging Devices but I couldn't find it in programs (or programs86), and there was no icon on my desktop. I knew it was installed because I saw the process, but didn't know how to access it to see a picture from the camera. It turns out that when you log in to Skype (and some other sites such as Facebook and YouTube) the site knows how to find the unit on your computer and both video and sound worked perfectly the first time. I suppose that makes sense that since it's a "webcam" you need the web and it doesn't use system resources when you're not connected. It sits comfortably and securely on my desktop monitor and it will attach to a laptop as well.I have Windows 7 and the webcam is optimized for Windows Live. It is compatible with Windows going back to XP SP2 and Mac OS X 10.5. In addition to the standard webcam functions, there is a website address provided in the instructions for support and registration and at which you can download additional functionality. I'm not sure if this applies to Mac or if this is a Windows-only feature, but they have a program called "Live! Central 3" which integrates the following 3rd party software and services:* GotoCamera Client helps you monitor your home, your family, and your business using a webcam.* MobileCamStreamer lets you use your cell phone to view what your webcam sees.* FastAccess enables your webcam to secure your computer and enter website passwords using facial recognition.This extends the functionality way beyond what I'm interested in but I mention it in case you are interested in this type of thing. (The download is free). I just got this webcam to Skype with my grandson and daughter. This is the full extent of what I plan to do with it, but those who are more ambitious certainly are provided options.While on Skype at my end, I see the thumbnail view of how I look to them and it looks great--much sharper and clearer that what I saw when using the built in camera in my MacBook. Even with inadequate lighting, the image of me is clear and the picture of the background (and up to about 5 feet behind me) is also sharp. Beyond 5 feet, it begins losing focus (as any camera lens would). The colors I see are perfect, not just the skin tones, the color of the art on the wall and the books on the shelf are dead on. At the other end, they are also very impressed with the image, the synchronization of voice and picture, the color and the sharpness. I'm impressed all around: with the camera build and appearance; with the ease of installation; with the website of the manufacturer which is very consumer-oriented; and with the option of further upgrading the scope of the camera. And--when it comes to the image I'm absolutely blown away.
This review is from: Creative Live! Cam Chat HD 720P, 5MP Webcam (Black)
Customer review from the Amazon Vine™ Program (What's this?)
Believe it or not I have never used a webcam, honestly, I have never had any desire to use one prior to this. I was raised in the computer generation (remember having to use commands like 'brun' to start a game?) and just find it hilarious that I have never used a webcam. I have a book review blog and the latest thing are "vlogs" (video blogs for those who don't know) and I am interested in going that route with a few books and see how I do. Well, with the Creative Live! Webcam it was so easy to do! This is a simple "plug in" cam that is extremely easy to use. I felt that the picture and sound quality were pretty good, not outstanding but not horrible (not like those orange grainy ones of yesteryear). I also like the fact it is small and perches nicely on my monitor without disturbing the area. I say it's a win! I am excited to really make up some vlogs and play around. I will even update one to this review for fun!
This review is from: Creative Live! Cam Chat HD 720P, 5MP Webcam (Black)This webcam installs perfectly on Windows XP. It easily adjusts to the environment to give good quality net video ... perfect for web communications. Installing on Windows 7 systems may not go as well. If you have an incompatible video driver, the camera will appear to set up yet won't work with Ms Messenger. Creative's Webcenter software works well in both OS systems. Recommended.
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