Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 Webcam

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★★★★☆
3.8

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  • Easy setup (71)
  • Fast connection (59)
  • Great picture quality (58)
  • Great in low light (55)
  • Great extra features (34)
  • Easy long distance visit (1)
  • Easy to use (1)
  • Even for a non-geek (1)
  • Fast shutter speed (1)
  • Grandkids love it (1)
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  • Poor image (4)
  • Slow or inconsistent connection (4)
  • Poor in low light (3)
  • A little pixilated (1)
  • Clumsy fit on laptop scre (1)
  • Doesn't transmit properly (1)
  • Doesn't work w firefox (1)
  • High speed usb (1)
  • Incompatible with my computer (1)
  • Limited shortcuts (1)

Best Uses

  • Home computer (66)
  • Laptop (21)
  • Business meetings (5)
  • Monitoring (5)
  • Great 4 family connection (1)
  • Portraits (1)
  • Vedio teleconferencing (1)
  • Video chat (1)
  • Video im (1)
 
 
 

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MODEL- RKA-00008 VENDOR- MICROSOFT FEATURES- LifeCam VX-5000 with Green Accent Sharp video, clear sound, and easy online photo swapping! Swap and share photos live during a video call. Hear more with crystal-clear audio, Built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation, and Echo cancellation. See more clearly with world-class VGA optics, Auto-adjusts for low-light conditions, Pan, tilt & zoom, and always focused. * Windows Live Call Button For use with Windows Live Messenger. * Universal Attachment Base Bend, fold, and shape the flexible base for the best angle on laptop screens, flat panels, and traditional monitors. * Requirements: Windows Vista with Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz (Pentium Dual- Core 1.8 GHz or higher recommended); 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended), 200~600 MB Hard Drive. Windows XP with Intel Pentium 4 1.8 GHz (Pentium Dual-Core 1.8 GHz or higher recommended); 256 MB of RAM (500 MB recommended); 400~1250 MB Hard Drive. Broadband Internet access required; access fees may apply. USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended). CD-ROM drive. Display adapter capable of 16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or higher video memory. Internet functions (post to Windows Live Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls) also require: Internet Explorer 6/7 browser software required for installation; 25 MB hard- drive space typically required (users can maintain other default Web browsers after installation). To download Windows Live Messenger, visit: http://get.live.com/messenger/overview www.microsoft.com

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★★★★★
5.0
LifeCam VX-5000 Review

"I bought this webcam so that my children could send video's to their grandma in Kentucky. Now we are going to buy one for her so they can video chat... Love the product for the price! Kara Nesselrotte..." Read Full Review »

Oct 27, 2009 by Kara

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3.0
software unstable

"This first one I picked up the software seems to be unstable. After a few hours of use,audio function does not work,and now unit does not undentify camera that is connected. Will exchange for another.Design is good. Very versatle for placement of camera...." Read Full Review »

Dec 29, 2008 by Full House

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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 Webcam Review

just good

★★★☆☆
3.0

"Pros

Universal fitting for all possible situation. I can use it with LCD, laptop, CRT, and even on desk.

Face recognition and its related feature is funny.

Microphone is very sensitive.



Cons

Not clear image I expected. Logitech give more clear image at similar price.

If you have older computer, i …"  Read Full Review »

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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 Webcam Review

Excellent product have bought 3

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Computer
 

"I bought 2 of these when my daugter and her family moved to Florida. It is so much easier to be away from my grandaughter as I can see her everyday and meet her friends. I just bought another one for my daughter and grandson who are in MA with me. We all Love this web-cam. It is very clear and I …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 5 2009
Nanny
Haverhill, MA
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Price: $28.99
 

Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 Webcam Review

Excellent low light performace

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Computer
 

"I'm using this as a webcam in an office.

Pros: Very good low light performance - generally a much sharper, clearer image than the built-in cam on my laptop.

Cons: I don't particularly like the bendable, wrap-around mounting bracket, but it's adequate. Wireless version with a motion sensor would …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 2 2009
apipkorn
Minneapolis, MN
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Price: $28.99
 

Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 Webcam Review

I like the camera - does its job

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Fast Connection

    Cons

  • Software is cumbersome

    Best Uses

  • Home Computer
  • Video chat
 

"I am a very minimal user, I don't use any software, I only use the camera for Skype video chat. Does the job extremely well. I installed all the software and never used it once. The most annoying part was the software installation because it took a very long time and I had to delete most of the comp …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 14 2009
NYCGirl
Brooklyn, NY
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Price: $28.99
 

Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 Webcam Review

Awesome!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Great Extra Features
  • Sharp Image

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Computer
  • Laptop
 

"Very Nice upgrade from the webcam on my laptop. The 1.3 mp is nice and it is a good price. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 12 2009
Duffman
San Leandro, CA
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  • Quality Oriented
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Price: $28.99
 
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