There is one obvious problem with the HP web cam. But wait, there’s more.
So, HP are apparently aware of this:
We are working with our partners to learn more. The technology we use is built on standard algorithms that measure the difference in intensity of contrast between the eyes and the upper cheek and nose. We believe that the camera might have difficulty “seeing” contrast in conditions where there is insufficient foreground lighting. [via Gizmodo]
The info on the videos YouTube-page states that it’s been ‘Uploaded using HP MEDIASMART’. I noticed that the video is mirrored and the audio is out of sync in the beginning, a lot of HP users are complaining that the video from the web cam is ‘in reverse’ – crappy stuff indeed. So, if you’re looking for a racist web cam with less than perfect audio AND video — go get yourself a HP laptop!
