Macally IceCam

275 reviews

May, 2013

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We have collected and analyzed 3 expert reviews and 272 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 80/100 and users rate it 74/100. The average review date is Apr 21, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 49967 reviews from other Webcams. The alaScore™ for this product is 76/100 = Good. Last update: May 23, 2013.

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(Based on 275 reviews)

Expert Reviews

User Reviews

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Expert review by: P.A.M. Borys (macnn.com)

Review: USB 2.0 and FireWire Combo hub (HUB-UF)

Petite and versatilve hub

Light weight. Mount it vertically, horizontally, or magnetically. Excellent travel accessory

Provide power for up to 3 devices. Only 2 FireWire ports, but one must be connected to the computer. Could use another FireWire port

Just as my desktop started to resemble a nest of snakes with its tangled mass of USB and FireWire cables, I discovered Macally Peripherals’ USB 2.0 FireWire Hi-Speed Combo Hub. The hub expands the number of USB 1.1 or 2.0 and FireWire ports available

Apr, 2006

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Expert review by: Amber Lupala (rbmods.com)

Macally USB2 hub

Introduction Well as USB2 is getting more and more popular people are getting more products that require USB 2 ports. Tonight we will have a look at a USB2 hub from Macally. It's a 4 port hub that can run your products on USB 2. This is a small little...

Small ; Works very good ; Easy to use ; Looks good

Very lightweight so the cables actually move the hub around ; Lack of documentation

This is a great device that works very good. Performance wise there is no difference if using the hub or not. It’s very small so it will fit anywhere. Everything you need is included so you can just plug and play. One thing that I found was wrong with...

Feb, 2004

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Expert review by: Amber Lupala (rbmods.com)

Macally USB2,Firewire card

Introduction Well this seems to be a pleasing pci card that has 2 firewire and 2 USB 2.0 ports on it.We are going to take a look at it now and discuss their specifications. About Macally: Macally Europe Teklink Europe BV Unit 14, Kerkenbos 10-111 6546...

Nice Color ; Easy to install ; 2 ports eatch

Have to download drivers ; have to put in power cabel

Well let's see how it went for this great looking product. It's very fast and simple to install. I really like this product, except that you have to download drivers to install the USB 2.0 drivers the firewire works without drivers. Please download...

Aug, 2003

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Consumer review by: vimonster (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

I have been searching for a cheap and reliable cam for my mac laptop, finally found it! this thing is portable, good looking, and again, price was right. picture is not really great, but i am using it just to chat with family and friends, not trying to...

price, portability, compatability with MACs, looks are pretty good as well

not as clear a picture as traditional webcams, but for all the PROS, I would not really complain

Jan, 2009

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Consumer review by: llodkrab (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

Inexpensive, easy to "install" but I am annoyed that Yahoo Messenger doesn't recognize it - this was a problem for a previous reviewer. Any advice on getting YM to recognize it? If YM won't work with it then purchasing the software to run with iChatAV...

Cool looking

Haven;t gotten it to work on Yahoo messenger yet. Need to purchase software for it to runon iChat

Jan, 2009

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Consumer review by: rdobbie7 (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

As I said above, this is a pretty decent basic webcam. The picture Quality is acceptable, especially at this price. The ability to work with both Mac's and pc's was critcal to me as I have a Mac, but most of my friends have pc's (they have yet to see...

Small and very light. Fairly easy to adjust. Pretty good picture quality, especially at this price. Very easy to install.This is the ONLY webcam I was able to find that works on both mac and pc

Usb cord is WAY too short for use with a desktop(need to plug into Usb hub as all 4 Usb ports in use.I had trouble getting yahoo IM to recognize, but OK now

Jan, 2008

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Consumer review by: (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

The image quality is disappointingly poor. I have a built-in iSight, but I wanted an external cam to film away from my monitor (e.g., for stop motion). The quality of the IceCam images are SO MUCH poo

low price plus a flexible, self-standing gooseneck

image quality is very poor. MUCH worse than the built-in iSight camera on my iMac

Dec, 2007

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Consumer review by: oshagirls (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

I like the size of the Ice cam camera. I bought it so I could talk on-line with family and friends and have visual contact. I only wish the flex cord was a little longer than 13 inches. It would make it easier for a better placement of the camera angle...

Lightwieght camera with a positional flex cord

Flex cord to short

Jan, 2003

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Consumer review by: Oirad (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

Recommended for people on the go and like to get in touch either with the office or the family while travelling. It helps and also fun for chating.

Small/light. Good for travelling or on the road

Not too good for image capture

Jan, 2002

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Consumer review by: timx843 (pcworld.com)

macally ICECAM Webcam

Can't beat the price, especially if using for a MACINTOSH, you don't have many options for webcams, but this one has good quality for the price, not disappointed.

Small, light and adjustablilty

Short cord so you can't move around, have to purchase software for ICHAT/MAC separately

Jan, 2001

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Product Specifications

Macally USB 2.0 Hub with Memory Card Reader/Writer extends USB functionality to 3 USB ports and supports multiple media types memory cards.PRODUCT FEATURES:Compliant with USB 1.1/2.0 specifications;Maximum data transfer rate at 480 Mbps;Supports Hot-Swap and plug & play functions;Adds 3 USB 2.0 ports to your USB 2.0 equipped computer;Card reader/writer supports 8 different multiple media types including CompactFlash Type I/II, IBM Microdrive, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard and SecureDigital;Computer powered hub and reader for travelers;AC adaptor powered provides full 500mA to each port);Over current protection;LED power and activity indicator;AC adaptor included.

CCTV

Max Digital Video Resolution:352 x 288

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:2.3in/3.8in/5.7in

Height:0.8in/0.9in

Weight:0.7lbs/3.9oz

Width:1.8in/4.6in

Flash Memory

Compatibility:Non-specific

Interface Type:Hi-Speed USB

Product Type:USB flash drive

Storage Capacity:512MB

Header

Compatibility:Mac/Mac / PC

Manufacturer:Macally

Model:USB 2.0 Hub/Reader

Packaged Quantity:1

Product Line:Macally/Macally FlashDrive/Macally IceCam

Memory Adapter

Device Type:Card reader

Interface:Hi-Speed USB

Supported Flash Memory:CompactFlash Card type I / CompactFlash Card type II / Memory Stick / Memory Stick PRO / Microdrive / MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card / SmartMedia Card