USB Web-Cam for Skype with a mic'

debitcardmayhem

I know you guys will give me good ideas for a USB Web-Cam for Skype with a mic' , a friend who has recently lost her husband, would like to talk with some of her relatives around the world and they want her to have Skype, so I have been tasked to advise. Not having used Skype nor my laptop webcam for such I would like to hear your recommendations. She has a Win 7 32bit Home Desktop ....over to you guys please.
Many Thanks ....DCM

NiftyDigits

It doesn't need anything special. But the higher the quality of the webcam, the better the necessary spec of the PC.
Windows 7 32 bit Home Desktop doesn't tell us much. Nor is there a stated budget.
Some people may also choose to connect their PC via HDMI or similar, to a large screen TV.
So perhaps a few more questions will allow you to make the best choice for her.

debitcardmayhem

NiftyDigits wrote: »

It doesn't need anything special. But the higher the quality of the webcam, the better the necessary spec of the PC.
Windows 7 32 bit Home Desktop doesn't tell us much. Nor is there a stated budget.
Some people may also choose to connect their PC via HDMI or similar, to a large screen TV.
So perhaps a few more questions will allow you to make the best choice for her.

Sorry ND been to the funeral today, but no HDMI, it's a 22inch VGA screen the PC is a two-three year old Dell i3-2xxx no graphics card. her download speed is around 10Mbps, it's only for occasional use and no USB3, budget is "CHeap as Chips" but I guestimated circa £30 whilst toasting the dear departed. I will probably get more info after a few days....Just wanted a few feelers before I get a bit more relaxed

NiftyDigits

LifeCam HD-3000 would be my starting point. Expect to pay £15 to £20. Perhaps less if you bid on one via eBay.

720p at 30fps means that the relatives should see more than just a blurry and jerky figure....if the PC is up to the task. Should be.