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We haven't heard from Hammacher Schlemmer in awhile. It must be because they were working on their latest product - what they call The Only 3D Web Camera. Just be sure you don't throw away your 3D glasses from any of this summers' blockbuster movies because you'll need them!

Here is how it works: Its "eyes" are dual cameras that record a stereoscopic image, or anaglyph using the same technology used in 3D movies. The two cameras can capture video at 800 x 600 resolution at 15 frames per second and it can focus in up to 12" away. The 3D video can also be recorded and uploaded to YouTube and Facebook, and the video is compatible with most IM services such as Windows Live Messenger, Skype, AOL Instant Messenger, OoVoo, Videora, Windows Movie Maker, and Stereoscopic Player. The camera also lets you display picture-in-picture videos. If you want to chat in 2D, simply switch to 2D mode. Sets of 3D glasses are included with the camera…but like I said…don't throw away any extras you may have lying around…pass them around to your friends!Read more

The main issue with video calls is getting the software and hardware to work uniformly. Well, the Logitech Vid might have gotten it right! It offers a free, fast and easy way to make true-to-life video calls with your Logitech webcam on a PC or Mac computer.

The Logitech Vid offers a streamlined setup and a simple, intuitive interface dedicated to video calling. It also optimizes the speed and resolution of your video call, so you're always getting the best-possible frame rate and resolution for your webcam.

Vid is set up automatically when you plug in your Logitech webcam, so you don't have to worry about anything. Unlike video calling with IM or VoIP programs, the Vid was designed exclusively for video calling and is powered by the Logitech SightSpeed Network. Also, Vid features a very simplistic and intuitive interface.

The Logitech Vid is available for download at www.logitech.com/Vid and is free for anyone who owns a Logitech webcam or anyone who is invited by a Logitech webcam owner.

Cyberlink today announced YouCam 3, new webcam software for live chats and video blogging. What makes YouCam 3 different from other software is it is the first webcam software that lets you upload videos directly to YouTube or Facebook.

Other features of YouCam 3 include face-tracking technology, video noise reduction, auto zooming, new animated effects, new scene locations, automatic lighting, a desktop capture mode and it also supports HD webcams, netbooks and more.

CyberLink's YouCam 3 is now available online, and supports the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, and Korean. YouCam 3 is priced at $34.95 for a single license download.