Roundshot Livecam D2 HD Webcam has 66M pixels

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A Swiss company called Seitz Phototechnik AG has announced a new webcam that has a massive resolution called the Roundshot Livecam D2. The camera creates a seamless panorama of up to 66 million pixels in a few seconds. The device has a resolution twice that of HD and can be used for a variety of functions.

The company says that the webcam can be used by hotels, cities, harbors, airports, and resorts to control how it is presented on the Internet. The camera can rotate 360 degrees and has good color and high light sensitivity. Read more

Posted on Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Tiny Hercules Dualpix HD720p Webcam Unveiled

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Hercules unveiled a new mini webcam for notebooks with the Hercules Dualpix HD720p. The Hercules Dualpix HD720p webcam offers 720p of high definition video capture and 5 Megapixels photo capture (interpolated).
The new Hercules webcam measures only 28 x 55.4 x 62mm.

Other features of the Hercules Dualpix HD720p include 1MP CMOS (1,280x800px), 3x zoom, microphone and USB 2.0. Read more

Posted on Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Logitech Unveils New Webcams

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Logitech has announced seven new webcams that are all designed to work with the new Vid software for fast and free video calling. The seven new cams include the Webcam Pro 9000, Portable Webcam C905, Webcam C600, Webcam C500, Webcam C300, Webcam C250, and the Webcam C200.

The high-end camera is the Pro 9000 featuring a 2MP HD sensor and Zeiss optics. The camera can record 720p HD video and shoot still images at up to 8-megapixels and offers RightLight technology. Video effects are also part of the features. Read more

Posted on Wed, 29 Jul 2009 06:14:13 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Minoru 3D Webcam breaks Hearts at CES 2009

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Novo introduced the world's first consumer 3D webcam dubbed Minoru. Minoru does not only deliver 3D video, but it also looks stunningly cute.
It is amazing what "two eyes" can do to humans.

The Minoru 3D Webcam is a single piece with two cameras spaced roughly the same distance apart as human eyes, for the stereoscopic effect.
This creates an anthropomorphic look that means users tend to look into the eyes of the camera as they light up. The Webcam has a multi-position stand that can sit or stand on a desk, or perch on a monitor.
Viewers wear special colored glasses to see the 3D image, and five pairs are included. Most likely you can use the same glasses Intel distributes for the first Super Bowl Commercial in 3D. Read more

Posted on Thu, 8 Jan 2009 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Rovio versus Spykee Webcam Robot

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This Christmas you can choose between two roaming sentinel robots featuring camera and wi-fi connectivity. The WowWee Rovio ($239.99) challenges the Erector Spykee ($247.65), which was supposed to be available a year ago, but was delayed.
A robot fan with a hand for video named Sven literally made a Rovia versus Spykee video letting the two robots go at it each other in a "box ring". See the video below.
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Posted on Fri, 5 Dec 2008 00:26:18 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Microsoft Announces New Mouse, Webcams, and Mouse Tech

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Microsoft has been working overtime today. It has officially unveiled a proprietary tracking technology for a computer mouse it calls BlueTrack that promises to combine the width and power of optical mice with the precision of laser mice allowing for tracking on virtually any surface. The technology will debut in the Microsoft Explorer Mouse and Explorer Mini Mouse this fall. The two mice will be available with the full size mouse going for $99.95 and the mini going for $79.95.

Microsoft also officially announced its Wireless Arc mouse that was leaked a few months back. The mouse is a crescent shape and comes in either red or black. The mouse folds down for easier portability when not in use. The wireless mouse uses 2.4GHz technology and has a carry case. The Arc Mouse will ship in September for $59.95. Read more

Posted on Tue, 9 Sep 2008 13:32:34 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Angel Baby 1.3MP Webcam is Strange

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Weird webcams are all over the place these days. The Angel Baby 1.3MP webcam is certainly right up there with some of the odd ones around. The little plastic figurine has a webcam shoved in its mouth.

The camera uses a 1.3 megapixel CMOS sensor and the head rotates in a complete circle for mobility of the camera. Power comes directly from the USB port so no AC adapter is needed. The cam can record at a max of 1280 x 960 at 15 fps. At a lower 320 x 240 resolution the cam can record at 30 fps. Read more

Posted on Tue, 2 Sep 2008 06:18:26 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Logitech Introduces Its First Mac Webcam

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Logitech pulled the wraps off its first Mac compatible webcam today that features premium autofocus technology and Carl Zeiss Optics. The camera is called the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam for Mac. Logitech says that the webcam uses a voice coil for autofocus rather than a stepper motor.

The camera is designed to work with iChat and Skype services on Mac systems. Logitech says focusing is fast and fluid and that the camera can focus on things as close as 10cm to the lens. Focusing occurs in less than 3 seconds. The sensor in the camera is a 2-MP unit and RightLight technology is included as well. Read more

Posted on Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:55:58 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

HP Elite Autofocus Webcam revealed

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HP introduced a couple of PC related products today. Amongst them is the HP Pavilion Elite m9200t PC, for which we already have a review published today.

The new HP Elite Autofocus Webcam records videos and snaps high-resolution photos. With up to 12MP still photo resolution using a 3MP core sensor with autofocus and a stylish design the WebCam is kind of interesting. Read more

Posted on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:12:30 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus Launches 24-inch LCD with Webcam Built-in

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Asus announced a new 24-inch LCD today called the MK241H that includes a built-in and rotatable webcam, MIC-Array device, stereo speakers and an earphone jack. The MIC-array combines beam forming functions, ambient noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation for the best voice quality.

Other features of the display include support for full 1080p HD content with HDMI connectivity. The display uses Color Rich technology to achieve a 130% higher color gamut. The native screen resolution is 1920x1200. Read more

Posted on Wed, 12 Mar 2008 09:11:25 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 USB Webcam Review

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Everything USB published a review of the Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 USB Webcam.

Quote from the review: "About 15 years ago, AT&T had a commercial where they talked about exciting future consumer technologies; things like movies on demand, digital video recording, and my favorite, video phone calls, Star Trek style. The premise of the commercial was that AT&T was going to bring you this exciting future, so you should give the company lots of money now. As it turns out, the commercial was wrong, but the ideas were correct; we have on demand, we have DVR, and - thanks to instant messaging, VoIP, and webcams, we have video phone calls. Read more

Posted on Tue, 29 Jan 2008 07:23:09 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Cheap ANEO GX-10 WebCam challenges Sony EyeToy

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The ANEO GX-10 WebCam comes with three PC video games that offer a similar experience as the Sony EyeToy enabled Playstation games.

The ANEO GX-10 web camera comes with three PC video interactive games: Kungfu, Super Knight, and Funny Stair.
The ANEO GX-10 cam puts you into the scenes and in real-time puts your moves on the screen while you are in front of the PC. Read more

Posted on Wed, 23 Jan 2008 07:28:58 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Boynq Alibi Webcam Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the fun looking Boynq Alibi Webcam.

Quote from the review: "Every once in a while a company will release a product that isn't billed as the most ground-breaking achievement ever, nor even a life-changing technological marvel. Read more

Posted on Sat, 22 Dec 2007 09:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 Webcam Review

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ThinkComputers published a review of the Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 Webcam.

Quote from the review: "When you are looking for webcams there are only a few choices with Logitech leading the way. Now there are other brands like Microsoft and Creative making webcams, but they usually lack the features and quality of Logitech webcams. Read more

Posted on Wed, 28 Nov 2007 19:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Microsoft Webcam and Mouse Mobility Pack Review

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Futurelooks published a review of the Microsoft Webcam and Mouse Mobility Pack.

Quote from the review: "It’s Microsoft, so you can have some assurance that the build quality will be among the best in the business. Read more

Posted on Mon, 12 Nov 2007 05:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Hercules Dualpix Exchange 2MP HD Webcam Review

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Benchmark Reviews tests the Hercules Dualpix Exchange 2MP HD Webcam and published a review.

Quote from the review: "There are a lot of choices when it comes to purchasing a webcam, but thanks to Hercules Dualpix Exchange this task has become easier than ever. Read more

Posted on Tue, 2 Oct 2007 07:05:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

IFA 2007: Samsung 225UW Monitor with Webcam

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Samsung introduces at the IFA 2007 show in Berlin the Samsung SyncMaster 225UW 22 inch LCD monitor.

A 2MP webcam and a headset plug make this monitor an ideal VOIP and video conferencing device.
Other features of the Samsung 225UW include 5ms speed, 700:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m² brightness, 170°/160° (h/v) FOV, HDCP and MagicColor. Read more

Posted on Thu, 30 Aug 2007 09:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Creative introduces World's First 2MP Auto Focus Webcam

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Creative introduced the Creative Live! Cam Optia AF webcam, the world's first webcam to offer auto focus technology and a true 2.0 megapixel CMOS sensor.

The new Creative Live! Cam Optia AF captures video at true 2.0 megapixel resolution and still images up to 8.0 megapixel interpolated resolution.
With the automatic focusing technology, the Creative Live! Cam Optia AF has its lens refocus upon detecting any movement of the subject, ensuring that focus is always spot-on and images stay sharp.
Like the new Sony Playstation Eye, the Cam Optia AF also features a noise-canceling microphone. Read more

Posted on Fri, 27 Apr 2007 06:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Microsoft NX-6000 Webcam Review

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It seems like new webcams are hitting the market everyday now, and Microsoft has recently released their first notebook specific webcam called the NX-6000. The webcam boast some good sounding features on paper.

The main claim to fame for this cam is the 2-megapixel resolution for the still camera. Microsoft built the cam from the ground up for the rigors of mobile use and even designed the lens so that it hides inside the cam body. Everything USB put the NX-6000 through its paces and found it to be somewhat lacking. Read more

Posted on Fri, 17 Nov 2006 10:26:36 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Night Vision USB Webcam

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You want to continue your skype video conference, but mom said lights out? Then this night vision USB webcam is for you.

The QCam features a 1.3MP CCD with 1280x1024px max. resolution, 2 Infrared LEDs for Night vision and 3 white LEDs for light assistance.
A microphone is built-in and the QCam comes bundled with a headset.

USBGeek sells this webcam for $35.00. Read more

Posted on Fri, 16 Jun 2006 10:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Crazy USB Foot WebCam with LED Light and Mic

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This USB Foot Shaped WebCam fits neatly in the ever growing line of crazy USB gadgets.

The foot-shaped WebCam features LED lights and a built-in microphone making it ideal for video conferencing at night.

Supported frame-rates are 30fps@320x240 and up to 15fps@640x480. The size of this webcam is 114x56x61mm and it comes in either black or white.

Brando sells the Foot WebCam for $22.00.
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Posted on Fri, 12 May 2006 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr