The Star Trek Webcam is a fully-functional webcam designed to look like the USS Enterprise from the television show “Star Trek”. This is ideal for Trekkies looking for a USB webcam with a fun design.
A Webcam for Trekkies
Modeled very cleverly to look just like the Starship Enterprise from the original ‘Star Trek’ television show, this model is also a fully-functional webcam with 720p and features an adjustable focus. As a fan of the series, I love the creative novelty of this design combined with the functionality of a webcam.
Installation and Compatable Software
The Star Trek webcam requires no driver installation, and is compatible with most online chat services like Skype, Yahoo Messenger, etc. Being a USB webcam, all you need to do is plug-n-play, using your existing messaging software.
Adjustable Settings for Mounting the Camera
The webcam comes with an adjustable flex arm, so that it can be easy positioned around your computer setup. Additionally, it can also be directly mounted to the monitor using the “Star Fleet” uniform insignia. I love the attention to detail with this webcam, such as the nacelles (the engine lights of the ship) that light up. This would be a fun gift idea for a Trekkie looking for a webcam.
System Requirements for the Star Trek Webcam
The Star Trek Webcam works on a PC with Microsoft Windows XP SP3 or Vista SP1, as well as a Mac with Mac OS X 10.5 1. The webcam plugs into a standard a USB port, and is also USB 2.0 compatible. The camera comes with 4 ft. of USB cabling.
Online Reviews of the Star Trek Webcam
made note that, beyond some of the “geekier” features of owning this camera, it’s a straight-forward plug-n-play design that works easily with existing messaging software.
Blogs abound commenting on the fan-oriented design of this webcam, and I hope that the niche webcam design trend continues. If you’re going to own a webcam, why not have one with a sense of identity and fun to it?
Prices and Discounts for the Star Trek Webcam
At the time of writing this webcam is hard to get hold of as it has not been released by any major retailers. It has been made by DreamCheeky but they do not sell it direct, currently it is available through bulk retailers ThumbsUpUK.
Major retailers will likely jump on board soon so try searching for this product online to find a seller.
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