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faceVsion Announces New High Definition Webcam Product Line for Use with Skype
TAIPEI, Jan. 5 /PRNewswire-Asia-AsiaNet/ --
Partnership enables Skype users to enjoy real-time, two-way HD video calling, marking a new era in internet
communications
faceVsion Technology Inc., a market innovator pioneering HD video communications for consumers and
SMEs, has partnered with Skype to develop a high definition (HD) webcam optimized for Skype(TM) video
calling, the FV TouchCam(TM) N1.
"We are thrilled to bring HD video to Skype's global community and that we are advancing online video calls
to a whole new frontier together with Skype," said Alex Huang, CEO of faceVsion. "At faceVsion, we believe
video communications should be an incremental and seamless enhancement to existing modes of
communication that does not involve purchasing and installing expensive videoconferencing equipment."
Promise of HD video calling over internet now a reality
Armed with HD codec know-how and embedded systems design expertise, faceVsion has overcome a
number of barriers to enable all PC and internet users to enjoy real-time, two-way HD video communications
using Skype, their existing PCs and the public internet:
-- Insufficient CPU power to handle real-time, two-way HD video
communications
-- Most webcams available today cannot send HD (or above) video quality
-- Unmanaged 1-2 Mbps broadband networks cannot typically transmit HD
video quality
Over the years, Skype has evolved into one of the most significant and convenient communications
platforms for people to stay connected over the internet. Now, with the faceVsion HD webcam, Skype users
worldwide can enjoy HD-quality video calling, allowing them to stay even more closely in touch, whether it's
grandchildren singing a Christmas carol to their grandparents, friends saying "Happy New Year" across
borders, or professionals meeting to discuss business partnerships across time zones.
"With Skype's expertise in internet communications and our disruptive technology, the partnership
represents a milestone in instant and convenient HD video communications," Huang added.
The faceVsion FV TouchCam(TM) N1 camera, with an embedded H.264* codec chip and dual microphones
supporting beamforming techniques, offers synchronized, crystal clear HD video (720p, 3X DVD resolution)
and superior audio quality. The FV TouchCam(TM) N1 connects to a PC using a USB plug and also comes
with a flexible universal base that fits on any monitor. Its portability enables mobile professionals to stay
connected in HD at any time, from anywhere.
"These easy-to-use HD webcams will make 720p video calling via Skype accessible to the millions of
consumers around the world who do not have a high performance PC," said Manrique Brenes, Skype's
director of business development and product management for consumer electronics.
HD video calling is supported in Skype for Windows 4.2 beta, or later, which is available as a free download
*H.264 is MPEG-4 AV compression to enable superb video experience at substantially lower bit rates
To download photos of FV TouchCam(TM) N1, visit
About faceVsion(TM)
faceVsion Technology (FVT) is the global leader in pioneering solutions that empower consumers and
SMEs with true-to-life HD video communications experience over public and private networks through any PC
screens. Armed with HD codec know-how and embedded systems design expertise, faceVsion offers a full
range of HD solutions including webcams, universal video coding units (FVexpress(TM)), and full function set-
top phones (FVfone(TM)). Together with its partners around the world, faceVsion delivers and enhances video
communications for users worldwide.
About Skype
Skype is software that enables the world's conversations. Millions of individuals and businesses use Skype
to make free video and voice calls, send instant messages and share files with other Skype users. Every day,
people everywhere also use Skype to make low-cost calls to landlines and mobiles. Download Skype to your
Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Other requirements include:
* Sender's operating system has to have winXP Sp3 or newer
* Upload bandwidth > 800kbps
* Receiver CPU needs to be 1.8GHz and more
Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone service and cannot be used for emergency calling.
Skype, associated trademarks and logos and the "S" symbol are trademarks of Skype Limited.
Contact:
Bryan Yen
+886-3-318-3369 Ext.63621
bryan.yen@facevsion.com
SOURCE: faceVsion Technology Inc.
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