If you're planning to buy a webcam then wait till June as Microsoft is coming out with a new budget webcam. The LifeCam VX-2000 is an easy-to-use webcam with a built-in microphone and vivid VGA video. The cam features VGA video, 1.3MP for still photography, and auto-adjusts for low-light conditions to create bright pictures in a variety of scenarios.

The VX-2000 also comes equipped with these Windows Live features:

• Video Effects that let people personalize video calls with fun visual elements


• Video Messages so people can record and send videos when friends are not around for a live call


• Windows Live Call Button to easily initiate a video call

The Microsoft LifeCam VX-2000 webcam will be available in June for $29.95.