Microsoft has released a web camera capable of widescreen capture. This is the first consumer webcam to offer widescreen video with a 720pixel capture. With increasing internet bandwidth and image and video sharing platforms like YouTube, this is perfect timing for release of such hardware. This will bring life like quality to social networking sites and for chatting with friends and family.
This is the only webcam that offers these features and caters to home consumer segment. Such features were only available to corporate for conducting remote meetings. This webcam also features an advanced Auto Focus feature that delivers sharp images up to 4 inches from the webcam. Microsoft has also launched ClearFrame Technology with this webcam. This offers faster image processing to deliver smooth video at any resolution and enhanced noise reduction capabilities. This webcam has a widest angle of coverage, a whooping 74 Degrees. This new cam also features integration with following Microsoft Live features to support editing and sharing of pictures and videos:
- Windows Live Movie Maker: This is a new version which now supports HD. Users can edit their pictures and videos with this tool and upload them to YouTube with a single click functionality.
- Windows Live Photo Gallery: This tool is also integrated with the cam utility software. However, there are no notable changes made to this tool. This is currently available as a standalone download for your existing cams also.
This revolutionary webcam will be priced at approximately USD 79.95 and will be available in September this year. This also carries a limited 3 Year hardware warranty.
Source: Microsoft Press Release
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