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Old Jan 11, 2006 | 7:44 pm
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Webcams .... Creative, Logitech, or ??

Just wanted to take a poll to see what webcams you are using. Just downloaded Skype 2.0 and want to start video conferencing.

Any recommendations? preferably under $50
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Old Jan 11, 2006 | 8:17 pm
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I have a higher-end Logitech and it's really neat. The only problem is that it bluescreens XP if I attach it to a multi-monitor machine. Disabling the secondary monitor fixes the problem, and the software is actually quite stable otherwise.

What I'm trying to say is that if you have a multi-monitor setup, you might experience serious usability issues with Logitech.
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 9:11 am
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i have only used generic brand webcams, i think they're decent enough for video conferencing. i bought a couple for under $20US each and they work fine.
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 9:18 am
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 2:50 pm
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I use a Logitech Orbit MP($120). I can't make any comparisons to other webcams on the market, as the last one I had was a crappy Kensington model a number of years ago.
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 7:36 am
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Logitech makes very good quality webcams and they can be found in all price ranges...you need a laptop-attachable one?
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 8:16 am
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Bought a Logitech webcam (about 60 bucks) three years ago. Used it a couple of times. Dusted it off when Skype 2.0 came out. Had a video call with my friend in rural Japan and the quality exceeded expectations. Not sure which model to recommend. But I have to believe that almost any Logitech web cam under 50 bucks should work fine.
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 9:57 am
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Originally Posted by lecter
Logitech makes very good quality webcams and they can be found in all price ranges...you need a laptop-attachable one?
one laptop and one desktop
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Old Jan 18, 2006 | 7:06 pm
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Am looking for a portable, laptop-attachable one. Any recommendations?
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Old Jan 19, 2006 | 5:17 am
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Originally Posted by bobes
Just wanted to take a poll to see what webcams you are using. Just downloaded Skype 2.0 and want to start video conferencing.

Any recommendations? preferably under $50
Just dumped the Creative Webcam for Notebooks. I couldn't get it to work on Skype 2.0. I replaced it by the new model of the Logitech QuickCam For Notebooks Pro. Just got back from Hong Kong. Used this webcam there to connect on the hotel broadband for skype video calls with the office and the family at home. All using Logitech webcams. On all the calls I made I experienced good image quality and excellent sound (I handcarry a cheap & lowweight USB phone these days - easier than a headset).

NOTE: Logitech QuickCam For Notebooks Pro is way above your budget. But works great & very portable.
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