Microsoft Unveils LifeCam Webcam

You’d think that for its long existence as a tech company, Microsoft would’ve had its own webcam by now. Apparently not. The recently-revealed LifeCam VX-5000 is its first foray into the webcam business and it looks like it’s more of a speaker than a camera. Gizmodo has the details:

The 640×480 video camera (1.3MP still) has 3x digital zoom as well as pan and tilt functions. The LifeCam features a Windows Live Call button on top to quickly start video chats with contacts, and PhotoSwap, which allows you to share pictures in a virtual photo album. The ring around the camera’s outside comes in blue, green, or red, a very tiny way to express your individuality

Expect a June release for this one, retailing at around $50 USD. The full press release is available via the source.

Source: Gizmodo

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