Most of the latest laptops have an integrated camera located usually above the screen (in some cases, it might also be located below the screen). The Integrated Camera is popularly known as “Webcam”. This camera captures the image signals. These signals are then sent for further processing. Then the final outcome is displayed on the screen, and this entire process takes place almost instantly.

What is an Integrated Camera?

An integrated camera is designed for recording a video, facilitating video conferencing, or for taking photos. If you want to change its settings, you can go to the Webcam Manager tab and use the Webcam controllers. You just need to follow the following steps:

• Tap on the “start” button.
• Go to the search box and type “Webcam”
• You will see some results, tap on “Webcam Manager”.

After this, click on “Launch Webcam Console” or “Webcam Console”, tap on the “camera” tab, and then you can adjust the contrast, brightness, and color. If you want you can change the zoom feature or the camera pan. You can even enable or disable face tracking. The audio and video filters can also be enabled or disabled by selecting the “effects” tab. The integrated cameras are usually of very high quality, are very flexible, and these have some advanced features as well.

Integrated Webcam – Advantages

• It requires a simple re-synchronization.
• It allows you to stay in touch with your closed ones.
• It doesn’t take any time to get prepared for hosting webcam sessions. So, you can have webcam sessions frequently.
• It allows you to communicate effectively, thereby helping your business or work.
• It saves your time and money.
• It can also serve as a security camera for monitoring your home, when you aren’t there. It can even help you to keep an eye on your pets or children.
• You can use it for both personal or professional use. No matter what you use it for, it will always have a bigger impact.
• It allows you to have face-to-face conversations, that helps you to avoid misunderstandings.
• It is very convenient and is also cost-effective.

Integrated Webcam – Disadvantages

• When you are on a video call, the images might get a little pixelated and choppy.
• If you don’t use it in a responsible way, it can cause some serious privacy issues.
• You may experience call drops because of some technological failures.
• It is better to not use it for important communications, because of the apprehended failures and the technological risks.
• It adds to your cost as you need to use certain stuffs and implement certain policies. You might also need to get a paid consultant for guaranteeing reliable and safe video communication.
• If the integrated webcam’s output is not high, it is going to record a low-quality and an unattractive video.
• Even if you have an integrated webcam in your laptop, you can’t use it every time. For example, if your home is in a messy condition, avoid video calls related to work. Otherwise, it can have a negative impression on you colleagues or clients.