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Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 (68A-00001)

Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 (68A-00001)
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Brand:  Microsoft
Category: CE

Original Price: $49.99
Buy New: $19.90

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You Save: $30 (60% Off)

5 In Stock

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New (31)  Used (21)  Refurbished (1)    from $15.25

Seller: Nathansrt
4.0 out of 5 stars
4.0 out of 5 stars from 557 reviews

Format:  CD
Platform:  Windows
ESRB: Kids to Adults
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items:  1
Operating System: Windows
Native Resolution: 640x480
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 7.2 x 2.9
Warranty: 3 year warranty

MPN: 68A-00001
Model: 68A-00001
UPC: 882224132367
EAN: 0882224581639

Release Date: June 9, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is a wired, desktop webcam that delivers High Definition still (1.3 megapixels interpolated) photography, brilliant video (640x480 pixels) and a built-in unidirectional noise-canceling microphone for crystal-clear audio performance. The LifeCam fully integrates with the Microsoft Windows Live Messenger to deliver a suite of market-first features that make Web video calling a breeze. The Universal Attachment Base allows for easy and secure attachment to virtually any size monitor. Featuring a sleek black and gray design, the VX-3000 complements any office or home PC.

Customer Reviews:


Showing reviews 1-5 of 557
4 out of 5 stars
Good for the price
By Davis (Atlanta, Georgia)  |  March 15, 2010
Camera purchased for my parents so they could see their new grand baby from 500 miles away. I rated the pic quality as just a 3 and that's what it is. It's not the worst but it's not the best. However, for the price that we paid, I didn't expect any better. Does the job at a budget price.
1 out of 5 stars
Just go with a Logitech
By J. Berkheimer (San Francisco CA USA)  |  March 10, 2010  | 1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I forgot how poorly Microsoft handles hardware. I tried for two days to get the camera operational, I even went as far as installing MS Windows Live in hopes that this was required to run the camera. But after all of my efforts, I never got my computer to recognize the camera. MS Customer Service was a nightmare as well. I decided that I will take this hit of $30 and go buy a Logitech device.
3 out of 5 stars
Bad Mic
By Henry Y. Shen (Santa Clara, CA United States)  |  March 8, 2010  | 0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I haven't really used the built-in mic coming with this web cam until today when I found an annoying background noise with it. You know I'm a PC fan and IT professional. I'm very familiar with PC and its peripherals and how to trouble shoot them. The thing is: the built-in mic of my PC works perfectly, which means you just can't blame the sound card or its driver. I searched online and found quite some complaint against VX-3000's noise. Seems my unit is broken: the advertised noise-canceling doesn't work at all!

It's not a big deal because every PC has a mic port now, but the bad thing is: you THOUGHT it work as advertised, with noise-canceling offering crystal clear recording, bluh, bluh, bluh, when in reality it doesn't work that way, and you got pissed off :-)

Why they want to put a mic there inside a webcam? The common sense is those "x-in-1" things are more prone to problems than devices with dedicated features. I won't buy any webcam+mic any more.
4 out of 5 stars
Like being there
By Jack D Chaney  |  March 6, 2010
My kids are married or off to college. It's better than texting or talking on the phone. They like the experience too. Great tool for staying in touch.
5 out of 5 stars
excellent
By Karen P. Gobble (tennessee)  |  March 5, 2010
excellent sound and video quality...many people that i have tlkd to on skype has asked me what I was a using and where did i buy it....love it
Showing reviews 1-5 of 557
 
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