The MS Hardware Press Release information is mostly copied below.  Today they announced two new LifeCam models that will hit store shelves later this month.  The VX-7000 and the NX-3000 each boast a sleek design alongside impressive features for capturing and sharing photos with friends and family.

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The VX-7000 is designed for the desktop PC, with a 2.0-megapixel sensor for HD video (2.0 MP) and still photography (7.6 MP interpolated).  Its new design allows it to fit seamlessly onto a PC monitor; in addition, it offers:

• Built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation
• 71-degree wide-angle lens
• Automatic adjustments for low-light conditions
• Illuminated LED to indicate when it’s in use

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For laptop PCs, the NX-3000 offers video at 640×480 resolution, HD still photography (1.3 MP) and a built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation.  Other features are:

• Automatic audio control to enhance sound clarity
• Swivel lens to adjust camera angle for use on notebooks
• Illuminated LED indicates when it’s in use
• Video Effects to personalize video calls
• Protective carrying case

LifeCam users with Windows Live Messenger (Beta) should note that they can take advantage of a new virtual photo album called Photo Swap, which allows sharing of photos in real time.

Both the VX-7000 and NX-3000 will be available later this month, at estimated retail prices of US$99.95 and US$59.95, respectively.

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