Amazon.com is currently offering the Macally Portable Goose Neck USB video webcam (model no. ICECAM) for $24.82, which is 36% off its original list price of $39 and the lowest price we could find on this webcam by approximately $3. FREE shipping is in included and sales tax applies for residents of Kansas, Kentucky, New York, North Dakota and Washington.

Delivering a higher 800 x 600 resolution in a more compact design is the Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 webcam at Buy.com, which is priced at $49.35 and has FREE shipping included. The QuickCam Orbit AF webcam takes it up a notch with 1600 x 1200 video resolution, a built in microphone, and its own stand, it’s currently priced respectively higher at $107.84 from Nextwarehouse.com and also includes FREE shipping.

The Macally Portable Goose Neck USB video webcam features white balance and exposure control, has a maximum resolution of 352 x 288, and can produce up-to 30-frames-per-second at CIF mode. It comes in a flexible cable design and supports various instant-messaging services such as Yahoo, Messenger, and iChatAV. It also works with both Mac and Windows based computers. The webcam is backed by a one-year manufacturer’s warranty. Dimensions: 8.1” x 5.8” x 2.1”.