Highest Rated Review by the Community
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Sep 20 '01
Pros: Astounding image quality, incredible compensation for low-light environments, can run multiple cameras
Cons: Driver software from 3Com could use a bit of work
Summary: For quite a while, I have been using Logitech quickcam cameras on my computers ... thinking that their standard images were acceptable and "Hey, it's just a $99 camera, what can one expect?" Well, I'm happy to say that 3Com has raised the bar for all ... read more
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Jul 08 '02
Pros: camera takes crisp clear pictures, videoconferencing feature takes smooth feeds
Cons: none
Summary: I recently bought the 3com PC camera from amazon.com and I can't stop talking about how wonderful it is! It was so easy to install...I put the installation CD into the computer and it practically loaded itself! It takes crisp clear pictures and the ... read more
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Jun 03 '02
Pros: Simple installation!!Nice,clear picture.System requirements:All windows programs(excepting win95)U.S.B. port,c.d. drive
Cons: Instances of glitches in the software(however far and few between)
Summary: You get the most bang for your buck with this cam! My boyfriend purchased 2 of these 3Com Home Connect cams on-line and gave me one. His computer is much more upgraded than mine,and he uses cable-modem; i have a 2 year old Intel computer and am running ... read more
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Sep 06 '01
Pros: Excellent image quality, good base, long USB cable included
Cons: Old, 3Com dropping support, no longer the best available. Controls have Win3.1 look and feel.
Summary: In its day, the 3Com HomeConnect was just about the best webcam you could get. I have owned it for many years now and have seen no reason to upgrade. However, I have recently had an opportunity to test a variety of newer webcams, and I must say that ... read more
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Aug 04 '01
Pros: easy install, great picture, easy to focus, great low-light abilities
Cons: lighting capabilities too good. skin tones in normal light are distorted.
Summary: this is my second webcam purchase. and this one, by far, was the better choice. once installed and operational, the cam worked much better than expected.
it has a much better image and comes with several software titles. once i focused the ... read more
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Jul 03 '01
Pros: Works well in low-light conditions.
Cons: Unrealistic skin tones.
Summary: Recently I bought Intel's Webcam pro. Was happy with it but seeing all those reviews about 3com's HomeConnect, I had to go and buy one and check it out for myself.
So, here's the scoop..
Installed both the cameras and tested them ... read more
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Jun 13 '01
Pros: Head and shoulders above any other webcam on the market in terms of picture quality
Cons: mac drivers aren't as good as pc drivers - this cam is also discontinued, sadly
Summary: Sadly, 3com has chosen to discontinue this webcam, which they bought from Vicam a couple years back. This is the webcam owned by nearly every girl and guy who do webcam sites for a living or near-living, myself included. I have tried nearly every camera ... read more
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May 12 '01
Pros: Easy Installation, Great Video, nice picture stills
Cons: focus can be smoother, documentation should be expanded
Summary: First I read a lot of the reviews on this camera. After reading the high percentage of favorable reviews I decided to purchase the 3Com camera. Contrary to some of the reviews saying that the installation was difficult, I thought it was Extremely Easy. ... read more
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Apr 09 '01
Pros: A lead pipe cinch to install and get running.
Cons: You can easily get hooked on the worldwide video communication.
Summary: USB devices are starting to appear, and they sure simplify life for the typical PC user. The 3Com Home Connect is a digital camera and set of software that really allows you to multiply the fun and utility of your PC. I am really excited about these ... read more
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Mar 24 '01
Pros: clear, bright image, easy installation
Cons: no built-in microphone
Summary: After spending hours of research on pc cameras, I've decided to go for this 3com Homeconnect digital pc camera. There are several reasons for my decision: it is reviewed as the best camera in its category.
My dad bought one from Logitech for ... read more
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Mar 17 '01
Pros: Good image quality
Cons: Overpriced, colors bland, software package weak.
Summary: I currently own five different webcams, and have four hooked up. This is the only one i've decided not to use. I own three hawkings technology cameras, a creative labs webcam 3, and this camera and I think this one has the worst picture of all.
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Mar 01 '01
Pros: High quality images, even in very low light
Cons: Odd setup, bundled software leaves a bit to be desired.
Summary: I recently bought my 3Com HomeConnect webcam and am so far pretty pleased with it. Overall, it produces still images of high quality, and movies with good frame rates.
Setup is fine, but you have to follow the directions to the letter. ... read more
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Feb 08 '01
Pros: Easy to set-up, great picture quality, easy to focus, long cord provides flexibility
Cons: auto-brightness feature occasionally still requires you to adjust brightness
Summary: What a great little webcam! I chose this model because of the positive reviews I found on Amazon.com. They all talked about how clear the picture is compared to other webcams in the price range.
I am VERY computer illiterate, but I was able to ... read more
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Jan 22 '01
Pros: Good Picture, Easy to Use and Install
Cons: Minor Personal Problems Mentioned in Review
Summary: I purchased this camera upon entry to college. It was a necessity in my life since I was going to school in Texas and leaving my boyfriend home in Pennsylvania. A webcam would be our only way of seeing each other!
His computer is a bit newer ... read more
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Jan 20 '01
Pros: Super color and picture quality
Cons: None!
Summary: I can't say enough great things about this web cam. The 3com Homeconnect is crisp, clear, and solid. From noon sunlight to a moon lit room, the 3com gives you a great picture. Low light is usually my number one concern in all camera products, so it was ... read more
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