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Lights. Camera. Action!

See who you’re talking to.

Webcams can really enhance your Skype calls – especially as you can make free video calls on Skype.

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Free video calls.

Take video snapshots during calls.

Picking the right webcam

With a webcam, you can make free video calls to anyone else on Skype anywhere in the world. Video can make you feel like you’re in the same room with a friend who lives thousands of miles away and can help you have more efficient business meetings with colleagues you wouldn’t normally see.

This is especially true with High Quality Video. Not only is the picture really sharp, but you can blow it up to a decent-sized window without any losing any quality. Learn more about High Quality Video.

If you don’t yet have a webcam there is a great starter kit that includes both a webcam and headset.

Buy a webcam

Got questions?

  • What is video snapshot?
  • How do I activate Skype video?
  • How do I test my video to see how I look?
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Set up details

Plug your webcam into a USB port on your computer. There are different types of webcams designed to sit on your computer monitor, notebook PC or desk. Skype should detect your new webcam automatically when you plug it in and enable video for your calls straight away.


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