microsoft live call button asks to install windows messenger when using skype in All Reviews

…The Lifecam VX-1000 is a decent low-end webcam. Easy to install and configure. Works fine with Windows Live Messenger and Skype. It has a built in microphone and a button from which you can launch a… 231 more reviews »

…Product works as described. The one issue is the darn button on the top in order to launch a Microsoft Messenger Live session. I use Yahoo Messenger, and the button is easy to hit and always asks…

…Good, solid webcam. Works great with Skype. The only moderately annoying issue is when you press the button on the camera (in Windoze), a pop up appears saying "...call button only works with Windows… 55 more reviews »

…Good, solid webcam. Works great with Skype. The only moderately annoying issue is when you press the button on the camera (in Windoze), a pop up appears saying "...call button only works with Windows… 58 more reviews »

…This webcam is easy to install and configure. I bought five of them in all, one for myself and the rest for children spread across the country. I've used it with Yahoo Messenger, Windows Live… 20 more reviews »

… on top of the cam which is hard to avoid pressing when you move the camera. This button starts MS Live Messenger if installed and if not then it throws up an annoying window asking you to install Live… 117 more reviews »

…Pros: Works great with Skype and any form of video chat. Surprisingly good Image Quality. Fits snug on the top of my dell 2407wfp and stays in place. Cons: The live messenger button on the top… 244 more reviews »

…This camera has great picture quality, easy to install and nice options. Well worth the price. I use this with skype and with Windows Live Messenger. I highly recommend this camera.… 1,532 more reviews »

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Software integration is good. The webcam works best with Live Messenger (obviously, since they are both developed by Microsoft), but other programs, such as Skype or Yahoo Messenger, work fine… 29 more reviews »

… for updates. I'm pretty sure Microsoft will continue to update the drivers.
What I don't like. The product is microsoft centric. When you start up your computer it works well if you plan to use Live Call…

… Live Messenger. And even then, you have to install software. The button doesn't work for Skype or Yahoo. But what annoys me the most is that button would serve much better as a microphone mute button… 54 more reviews »

… on Windows Live Messenger. And even then, you have to install software. The button doesn't work for Skype or Yahoo. But what annoys me the most is that button would serve much better as a microphone mute…

…Worked right out of the box with WinXP. Installation and set-up is a snap. Picture quality is great as is the audio without using a headset. No problem using Skype, Yahoo Messenger or Windows Live… 238 more reviews »

… to install live messenger. Fine, but I use skype and have no need for it.
* its button is not reprogrammable. Bummer.

In sum, for the price its terrific. I've never had a clearer picture…

… Serial Bus controllers", then let Windows rediscover and re-install the devices (eventually restart).

Tip #2: annoyed by the button on top always trying to fire up MSN messenger which you…