Sunday, October 5, 2008

Want to buy a Webcam?


Webcam comes in many type, megapixel and brand. Nowadays, most laptop have its own webcam. If u have a desktop, u might need to purchase the webcam additionally. It is especially suitable for ppl who travels a lot so that they can keep in touch with their friends and family interactively. Some ppl use webcam as a spycam, some use it for the purpose of videoconferencing or conferencing calling. No matter what their purposes are, its the next best thing to being there in person.



Here's a webcam I'd like to recommend.

The Good
1. No driver needed
It is plug and play, once u plug in, it is ready to use. U don't have to install any driver to your laptop or computer.

2. Megapixel
It has 5.0MP, gives your viewer a clear and sharp image of u. Excellent still image. Most branded webcam with 5.0MP costs around RM100.00 over.

3. Price
U can't get any cheaper than this price. For RM60.00, u can get all the features u want in webcam and maybe more.


4. Design
Very cute design, u can put it on your desk or clip it on your monitor (LCD). The clip has soft cushion underneath, so as not to give too much pressure on your LCD screen. The webcam can be dislocated from the clip, bcos it has magnet underneath. Able to turn 360 degree.


5. Microphone
Audio quality suitable for videoconferencing.

6. Motion Detector
Able to record moving object. Good as spycam.

The Bad
1. It's not branded.

Essential Specs & Stats
  1. Interface: Hi-Speed USB
  2. Webcam type: Desktop & notebook
  3. Built-in mic: Yes
  4. Mount or stand: Both
  5. Compatible with: YM, MSN, SKYPE, AIM
  6. Platform: Windows XP SP2/Vista

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