Product Description

The Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is optimized for Windows Live Messenger, which is used by the largest worldwide instant messenger community with over 200 million users. Three key features give you a superior Windows Live Experience. First, the Windows Live Call Button makes it easy to start a video call. Simply press the button to see who's online, and you're on your way to a video call. Second, with the LifeCam Dashboard you can access video effects and control your webcam from the Windows Live Messenger window. Lastly, with One-Touch Blogging, a single click allows you to upload to Windows Live Spaces, an "online scrapbook" that lets you easily post blogs, photo albums, and personal music lists.

The VX-3000's automatic face tracking software, which takes advantage of the camera's pan, tilt, and zoom controls, follows you so you don't disappear off-screen. Meanwhile, the camera automatically adjusts for low-light conditions for improved video quality, and a built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation provides crystal-clear audio. Video effects give you a fun way to express yourself, and last but not least, the camera's universal attachment base fits on most monitors, including flat screens. Alternatively, the camera can sit directly on your desk.

Note that while the VX-3000 is optimized for use with Windows Live Messenger, Microsoft LifeCams also work with other instant messaging programs, such as Yahoo Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger.

Technical Details: Superior video quality and high definition still photos Automatic face tracking software Crystal-clear audio with built-in microphone Video effects let you express yourself during chats Optimized for Windows Live; Windows Live Call Button, LifeCam Dashboard, and One-Touch Blogging

Product Details Brand: Microsoft Model: 68A-00001 Platform: Windows Format: CD-ROM Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 2.90" h x 7.20" w x 8.10" l, .65 pounds Native resolution: 640x480 Features Superior video quality and high definition still photos Automatic face tracking software Crystal-clear audio with built-in microphone Video effects let you express yourself during chats Optimized for Windows Live; Windows Live Call Button, LifeCam Dashboard, and One-Touch Blogging Optimized for Windows Live - Windows Live Call Button, LifeCam Dashboard, and One-Touch Blogging Editorial Reviews From the Manufacturer Share life as it happens — it’s easy with the Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000. Take instant messaging with family and friends to a new level of sight and sound — with the Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000. This webcam is compatible with all leading instant messaging software, so it’s simple and fun to use. Great video quality and features, plus crystal-clear audio, make you feel like you’re right there! Product Features: Superior video quality and High Definition still photos Automatic face tracking software Video effects Pan, tilt, and zoom controls Automatically adjusts for low-light conditions for improved video quality Built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation Windows Live™ Call Button Fits on most monitors, including flat screens, or sits directly on your desk     How to Make a Video Call: With a simple calling interface and integration with Microsoft LifeCams, you'll find that video calling is the next best thing to being there. It's easy, it's free, and you can get started today. All you need is a PC, an Internet connection, an ISP, a webcam, and a friend. Then follow the steps below to make a video call.       Step 1 Buy and install a LifeCam. Don't have one? Start shopping.   Step 2 Sign in to your Windows Live™ Messenger account or other messenger service that supports video calls.   Step 3 Once you are signed in you can either choose a contact on the Instant Messenger window, or press the video call button on your webcam. Then click the Video link to start a video call.   LifeCam VX-3000 System Requirements Windows® 7, Windows Vista® or Windows® XP Home/Pro/Media Center Edition/Tablet PC Edition with Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later Intel Pentium® III 550 MHz (Intel Pentium 4 1.4 GHz recommended) or higher 300 MB free Sound card with speakers or headphones USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended); CD drive Internet functions (post to Windows Live Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls) also require: Broadband (cable, DSL, or other) modem     Recommended Accessories:     Microsoft LifeChat LX-3000 Headset   Microsoft LifeChat LX-2000 Headset   Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 Headset Fonomo Store | Shopping Cart | Start a chat   Search Select Category Webcams Laptops with webcams Projectors Browse by Category Webcams Laptops with webcams Projectors Start a chat