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Now that video-conferencing with Zoom, Skype and Google Hangouts is the norm, webcams have soared in popularity. And it’s easy to see why: They provide much better image and sound quality than your laptop can. Translation: You’ll look like a million bucks…and your coworkers, friends and family will come through loud and clear.
Right now, Amazon has a superb model on sale: The Logitech C270 Webcam is just $27, down from $50 —that’s 46 percent off!
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Shop it: Logitech C270 Black Webcam, $27 (was $50), amazon.com
Sharp video
The 3-megpixel Logitech C270 Webcam streams high quality HD video at 720p. It has wide viewing angles, and adjusts white levels to give you the best possible light, with minimal shadows. “The picture is very clear and the microphone works great,” raves a five-star reviewer.
The microphone reduces background noise, so those video calls, live streams, meetings and online lessons will sound as good as they look.
“This is an excellent budget webcam. Easy to use and install. Works great with Zoom meetings,” writes another five-star Amazon shopper. “We have two: One for the work computer and one for the kids’.”
Shop it: Logitech C270 Black Webcam, $27 (was $50), amazon.com
Easy setup
The Logitech C270 Webcam couldn’t be easier to get going—all you have to do is clip it to the top of your laptop and plug it into a USB port. It’s compatible with Windows 7 and up, macOS and even Linux laptops and desktops.
“Best webcam! It was plug and play right out of the box, so it’s completely dummy proof. I was up and streaming with my pretty face on YouTube in less than three minutes,” says a satisfied shopper. “Picture looks good too.”
Adds another delighted reviewer: “Much to my surprise, this webcam had a much better picture quality than my old laptop ever had! Nice camera.” Our advice? Grab the gizmo while it’s nearly 50 percent off!
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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