Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Easy setup (78)
  • Fast connection (64)
  • Great picture quality (62)
  • Great in low light (46)
  • Great extra features (28)
  • Easy to use (1)
  • No sound (1)
  • Not easy to set -up neede (1)
  • Usb connection (1)
  • Well built / quality construction (1)
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Cons

  • Poor in low light (11)
  • Slow or inconsistent connection (6)
  • Poor image quality (3)
  • A little weak in low ligh (1)
  • Connectivity wskype poor (1)
  • Had to reset port numbers (1)
  • Hard to install (1)
  • Images become blackish (1)
  • Jerky on yahoo (1)

Best Uses

  • Home computer (74)
  • Laptop (22)
  • Business meetings (8)
  • Monitoring (6)
  • Skype (1)
  • Upgrade (1)
  • Video visits on skype (1)
 
 
 

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MODEL- 68A-00001 VENDOR- MICROSOFT

FEATURES- 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!
* High Definition Photos
Capture high-quality still photos at 1.3 megapixel resolution.
* Built in Microphone
You'll be heard loud and clear--the built-in microphone automatically
picks up your voice.
* Windows Live Call Button
Start a video conversation with the press of a button--just select an
Online Contact and start talking.
* Pan, Tilt, and Zoom
Makes it a snap to position the camera to get the best picture.
* Universal Base Attachment
The LifeCam is designed to attach to any type of monitor.

REQUIREMENTS- Windows XP Home/Professional/Media Center/or Tablet Edition
with Service Pack 2 or later.
Pentium 233 MHz or higher processor
128 MB of RAM
200 MB of available hard disk space
4x speed CD-ROM drive or faster
Display adapter capable of 800 x 600 resolution or higher,
2MB or more video memory, 16-bit color depth or higher.
Sound card with speakers or headphones
Microsoft Keyboard and Mouse or compatible pointing device.
An available universal serial bus (USB) 1.1 or 2.0
(recommended) port.
Auto Update required for One-Touch Blogging.
www.microsoft.com

Specification Description
Model 1099000, 6555EA04, 68A-00001, 68A00001
UPC 882224132367
Accessory Indicator Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits High 640x480 pixel video resolution makes sure every smile is seenAdvanced automatic face-tracking software lets you move around and
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin China
Description Header Share life in real time.
Display Catalog Number 55027190
Included in the Box LifeCam VX-3000Installation guideUser's manualUSB receiver
Inputs 1 x (USB (USB receiver))
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 3
Manufacturer Part Number 68A-00001
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 3
MAP Price 0.0
Model 68A-00001
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Outputs 1 x (USB (USB receiver))
Product Depth 1.3
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Height 3.06
Product Type Web camera
Product Weight 0.096
Product Weight UOM pounds
Product Width 1
Supported Languages English

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Last update: Nov 19, 2009

Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000 Reviews

 
 
 

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[18 of 20 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Good camera

"Great, Overall product easy to use only thing i dont like about it is the button on top. I always seem to hit it when adjusting the cam...." Read Full Review »

Apr 10, 2008 by David

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Easy setup,

"I was able to set the webcam up with no problem I did have to change my security settings. I was however unable to connect to my daughters webcam in OK, could be a server issue, I had to create a yahoo email to match her email...still connection problems, still have not been able to view her webcam..." Read Full Review »

May 02, 2009 by Shauna's mom

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[17 of 19 customers found this review helpful]

Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000 Review

Good camera

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Fast Connection
  • Good In Low Light
  • Great Extra Features
  • Sharp Image

    Cons

  • Placing of Button

    Best Uses

  • Business Meetings
  • Home Computer
  • Laptop
 

"Great, Overall product easy to use only thing i dont like about it is the button on top. I always seem to hit it when adjusting the cam. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 10 2008
David
Louisville, Kentucky
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Price: $39.99
 
 

[11 of 11 customers found this review helpful]

Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000 Review

Great Webcam!

★★★★☆
4.0

"Pros

Its great to see family or friends that you do not get to see usually. Also, its better than talking on a phone because you can see the people and hear them, and its free! Images are really clear! Great miraphone! Really neat features such as small cartoons floating around the screen! Can take …"  Read Full Review »

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May 28 2007
Stephers
Mankato, MN
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Price: $45.99
 
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000 Review

Easy setup,

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Fast Connection
  • Good In Low Light
  • Sharp Image

    Cons

  • Slow or Inconsistent Connection

    Best Uses

  • Home Computer
 

"I was able to set the webcam up with no problem I did have to change my security settings. I was however unable to connect to my daughters webcam in OK, could be a server issue, I had to create a yahoo email to match her email...still connection problems, still have not been able to view her webcam "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 2 2009
Shauna's mom
Vancouver WA
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  • Value Oriented
Reviewed at:
Price: $39.99
 
 

[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000 Review

Nice picture quality

★★★★☆
4.0

"This was my first webcam.I found it easy to install and use. It really does have good features, that even I as a beginner learned to use with ease.The only trouble I have with this is while I am on Windows live messenger I cannot seem to use it chatting with someone from Yahoo messenger.Other than t …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 25 2007
Austinomic
IL
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Price: $49.99
 
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Microsoft ® LifeCam VX-3000 Review

More than I wanted

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Good In Low Light
  • Sharp Image

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Laptop
 

"I was informed upon startup that LifeCam software was necessary. Still not sure, since I use the webcab only on Skype. LifeCam software pesters me at every startup. I may uninstall, just to see if I can live without something I never use. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 1 2008
W2EHD
North Carolina
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  • Value Oriented
Reviewed at:
Price: $34.99
 
 
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