Microsoft launches LifeCam NX-6000 for Notebook

Back in July, Microsoft introduced a new webcam, the LifeCam 6000, for desktop users. Now it’s following it up with LifeCam NX-6000 for notebook. Will Microsoft introduce its own PC soon? With Bill Gates at its helm, Microsoft can do anything – and there is nothing that can stop Microsoft from doing it if the boss says so.

The webcam by Microsoft is not that bad after all. At least installing it doesn’t give you nightmares like installing Vista does. The quality is not bad either, based on the first-hand accounts of some reviewers. The gadget also takes still pictures at 7MP which is really good for a webcam.

There is a handy feature on the webcam called Live Call button. Press it and your “Buddys Picker” pops up so that you can see who is online – and make a video call to them. But being Microsoft, there is always a catch. You and your buddies have to use Microsoft’s Windows Live Messenger or Yahoo Messenger to enjoy the feature. What a shame for a webcam that delivers excellent resolutions in both video and image modes.

Read [Tech News World]