Andrew Gruen, Editorial Intern July 17, 2006
A laptop with a built-in Webcam can prove useful for home and business users alike, especially given the proliferation of Wi-Fi and VoIP software to take advantage of broadband connections. Even most instant-messaging protocols now support video alongside text chat, bringing a familiar buddy-list interface to the technology. Use the Webcam built into these laptops to talk to your significant other who's traveling abroad or to videoconference your way into meetings from the comfort of home.
Below are some of our most recent reviews of laptops with built-in cameras. The Sony VAIO UX features dual cameras, one on the front for videoconferencing and another on the back for snapping pictures. The Asus W5F's Webcam, located above the display in the notebook's lid, swivels around to snap pictures and video in either direction. The Lenovo 3000 V100 has a 1.3-megapixel Webcam and the Apple MacBook Pro's camera iSight takes pictures at 640x480.| Product name | |
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| Review date | March 03, 2006 |
| The Bottom Line | The MacBook Pro delivers unparalleled style, a solid set of features and software, and a few transitional performance issues that keep it from rivaling the most powerful PC laptops. |
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| Product Description | MacBook Pro Winter 2006 Apple MacBook Pro 15.4 in - Core Duo - Apple MacOS X 10.4.4 - 512 MB RAM - 80 GB HDD |
| System Type | Notebook |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 14.1 in x 9.6 in x 1 in |
| Operating System | Apple MacOS X 10.4.4 |
| Processor | 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo / 2 MB Cache |
| Weight | 5.5 lbs |
| Memory | 512 MB DDR2 SDRAM |
| Storage | 80 GB HDD / 5400 rpm |
| Optical Drive | DVD-Writer |
| Display | 15.4 in 1440 x 900 / WXGA+ |
| Graphics | ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 - 128 MB GDDR3 SDRAM |
| Networking | 802.11b/g , Gigabit Ethernet , None Bluetooth 2.0 EDR |
| Color | Silver |
| Environmental Standards | Yes |
| Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Buying choices | Pricing not available |
