New Webcam

Just picked up a new webcam from Circuit City for $20 after a $30 rebate. It's a Logitech QuickCam Communicate STX. The primary reason that we got a webcam is so that my parents could see us when we chat with them using Yahoo! Messenger. My sister also picked up the same webcam so now, my parents and I can also see baby Kaelyn on the video.

This camera has a lot of features, including a 1.3 MP camera, a built-in stereo microphone, and smart image adjusting technology. The picture above is a screen capture, without any digital manipulation, from the webcam. The video is really clear! For $20 after rebate, you can't go wrong.

We started using IM again, after years of ignoring it. It's amazing how much the technology has evolved since the ICQ days. The other day, my aunt in the Philippines was able to see us and the baby and was able to speak with us as well - for free. There are still some lag issues, but I'm sure those will get worked out. If you want to see my mug on your computer screen, e-mail me and I'll show you through IM.