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Logitech QuickCam Chat (discontinued)

Logitech QuickCam Chat

Entered CNET Catalog: 04/14/2005

SKU: 961402-0403

Manufacturer: Logitech Inc.

Manufacturer description

The Logitech QuickCam Chat is the easy way to get started with video instant messaging or live video calling. When used along with the included headset, it's perfect for instantly seeing and hearing loved ones online. It works with all popular instant messenger applications including AOL Instant Messenger, MSN Messenger and Yahoo! Messenger, and even comes with two image editing applications so you can save and share those special moments. The QuickCam Chat captures up to 30 frames per second for smooth live video, and its high-quality CMOS sensor provides up to 640x480 resolution for crisp images. The package includes a multi-purpose swivel base and a six-foot USB cable for flexible placement, and the classic Logitech design fits well in any home setting.

User opinions

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User Rating: 5/10

Inexpensive, works

Pros: Very inexpensive. Works great with Ubuntu

Cons: dim image. Too dark even with a 150 watt lamp

Review: Image quality dim and limited, but its cheap. Good choice for a disposable webcam

User Rating: 7/10

Great for any messenger

Pros: Easy to use. You can take pictures and adjust the video settings the way you like it. Also comes with great software.

Cons: Not the best imagine quality. And you got to have enough lighting.

Review: Bottomline is that for what the price is this is a great camera for looking at your family and friends.

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Logitech QuickCam Chat specifications

  • General
  • Device Type Web camera
  • Optical sensor type CMOS
  • Software Included ArcSoft PhotoImpression , ArcSoft Collage Creator , Drivers & Utilities
  • Camera
  • Type Color
  • Still Image 640 x 480
  • Image Sensor
  • Type CMOS
  • Interfaces
  • Computer Interface Hi-Speed USB
  • Expansion / Connectivity
  • Interfaces 1.0 x USB - 4 pin USB Type A
  • Miscellaneous
  • Cables Included 1.0 x USB cable - 6.0 ft
  • Windows Vista Readiness Certified for Windows Vista
  • Power
  • Power Device None
  • Software / System Requirements
  • OS Required Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP
  • Min Processor Type 500.0 MHz
  • System Requirements Details - RAM 64.0 MB - HD 200.0 MB
  • Manufacturer Warranty
  • Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 2 years
  • Override
  • Service & Support 2 years warranty
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