New webcams from Microsoft

Microsoft Hardware launched two new Web cams -- LifeCam VX-500 and LifeChat LX-2000, earlier this week.

The Life Cam VX-500 sports a compact design enabling users work seamlessly with laptop and desktop PCs. It's equipped with special features including true VGA video for brilliant video quality. The other new Web cam, LifeChat LX-2000, can be used for music, gaming, online chatting, and more, claims Microsoft Hardware. Its unique design allows folding it into a more compact shape for improved portability.

Both Web cams can be easily used with major instant messaging programs. Setting them up doesn't require any additional software.

LifeCam VX-500 and LifeChat LX-2000 are available across computer hardware retail stores in the country. They are priced at Rs 850 for the LifeCam VX-500 and Rs 999 for the LifeChat LX-2000. Both Web cams enjoy a three-year limited hardware warranty from Microsoft. Both the cams were launched early this week.