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    Camera question

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by jrsryder, Jun 15, 2008.

  1. jrsryder

    jrsryder Notebook Consultant

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    Can I use my built in camera on my 15" MBP to talk to people on the net, particularly if the don't have Macs?
     
    jrsryder, Jun 15, 2008
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    The_Observer 9262 is the best:)

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    Yes,using a compatible software.
     
    The_Observer, Jun 15, 2008
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    circa86 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    yeah, Skype is a popular program to go client to client, if your friends on PC's use a client like AIM, you should also be able to chat with them via iChat, iChat also works extremely well with Google accounts, which is how I use it.
     
    circa86, Jun 15, 2008
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    do i need a .Mac account? is it free to use?
     
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    yeah, you can actually get a free mac chat account as well that will connect with aim users.

    Skype uses its own free account system, but I recommend forcing your friends to use an iChat compatible program on their end if all possible ^_^.
     
    circa86, Jun 15, 2008
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    At least in my experience, Skype allows the best sound-graphic quality, though.
     
    Raymond Luxury-Yacht, Jun 15, 2008
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