Philips ToUcam XS

48 reviews

May, 2013

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Value for money (29)
Usability (9)
Design (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 48 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the design and usability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Webcams the Philips ToUcam XS is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 60/100 = Good quality.

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Expert review by: (cnet.com)

Philips ToUcam XS

False first impressions The ToUcam XS PC Camera's specifications seem good for a low-end device. This USB cam supports 30-frame-per-second color video at 352x288 or still images at 640x480. The driver software offers a wide range of adjustable...

Excellent software bundle; very compact camera; cheap, cheap, cheap!

Poor video quality in all but the brightest lighting; lousy documentation.

It's a cute little Webcam, and the price is hard to beat, but the video quality is likely to disappoint you.

Jan, 2001

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Philips ToUcam XS

alaTest has collected and analyzed 20 user reviews of the Philips ToUcam XS from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

60% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Mr. Seyhan E. Durusut (amazon.com)

No Windows XP problem

I just bought this camera, and it worked as soon as I plugged it in the usb port. No problem !

Sep, 2002

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Consumer review by: azzouzi (amazon.com)

bug...

hello i'm french your camera can't be install if I have a sound carde in my computer. can you send me an other driver to install it. thank you

Jun, 2002

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Good cam, terrible support

I've had my webcam for about 6 months now and it's been great. The problem is not with the camera, but with the terrible support on the Philips website. Just try to find a driver for this camera....or for that matter any of their cdrw drives. I also...

Apr, 2002

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Consumer review by: Brendan Grainger (amazon.com)

Good cam, terrible support

Apr, 2002

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Consumer review by: rainkingnz (amazon.com)

Good cam, terrible support

Apr, 2002

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Is it compatible onder windows 2000 ?

The cam won't work onder windows 2000 pro.Is that correct???So no,plz tell my what i dit wrong...Do i need a new driver ???

Apr, 2002

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Consumer review by: yoeriwasjarig (amazon.com)

Is it compatible onder windows 2000 ?

The cam won't work onder windows 2000 pro. Is that correct??? So no,plz tell my what i dit wrong... Do i need a new driver ???

Apr, 2002

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No! Don't!

This cam only works in extremely bright light and does not focus well. I have experience setting up many types of cams and this one has been the worst. It is difficult to focus and the software is over simplistic and ineffective. I had 3-75 watt...

Feb, 2002

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Product Specifications

The ToUcam II is the ideal webcam to get you started in the fascinating world of Internet video chatting and e-mail video messaging. With a 30 frames per second refresh rate at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, you will enjoy natural-looking full-motion video calls over the Internet without those jumpy images some webcams produce. A plug-in microphone is also supplied so you can get straight into multimedia Internet calls and recording your own video-mails with crisp sounding audio.Installation couldn't be easier via a USB port on your PC, and thanks to the Quick-Start Guide you'll be ready to roll in a few minutes. All the software you need for video conferencing, recording video mails, and snapping, editing and archiving your digital photos is included. With its built-in desk stand, single push-button to start rolling and one-click software, using the ToUcam II is simplicity itself. Windows XP users do not need to install any software. Just plug the ToUcam II to a free USB slot of your PC and you can start using any application under Windows XP.

CCTV

Audio Support:

Yes

Max Digital Video Resolution:320 x 240/352 x 288/640 x 480

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:1.9in/3.1in/3.3in

Height:1.9in/2.7in/3.3in

Weight:0.2lbs

Width:1.9in/2.6in

Header

Compatibility:PC

Localization:English

Manufacturer:Philips

Model:II/XS

Packaged Quantity:1

Product Line:Philips ToUcam

Optical Sensor

Total Pixels:352 x 288/640 x 480/76,800 pixels (320 x 240)

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

System Requirements

OS Required:Linux / Microsoft Windows 2000 / Microsoft Windows 98 / Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition / Microsoft Windows XP/Microsoft Windows 2000 / Microsoft Windows 98 / Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition/Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP / Microsoft Windows 98/ME