Our take
The iHome MyLife Notebook Webcam Pro IH-W355NB is documented as a USB notebook webcam with bundled ArcSoft tools for video capture, software zoom, face tracking and motion monitoring. Its manual cover advertises a 5-megapixel maximum, but the manual does not give live video resolutions or frame rates. Treat that figure as an ambiguous maximum-resolution claim, not as a verified Full HD or 5 MP video mode.
A legacy iHome notebook-camera search where the listed ArcSoft features matter more than a confirmed resolution, frame rate or current software path..
Not for a buyer who requires a confirmed 1080p or 4K live mode, a frame-rate guarantee, modern operating-system support, autofocus, a measured field of view or an exact Amazon offer crosswalk.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The model manual names IH-W355NB and IH-W356NP as the Notebook Webcam Pro family and documents USB setup.
- ArcSoft instructions describe video capture, up to 4× software zoom, face tracking and motion monitoring.
- The manual lists an original package including a USB cable, travel pouch and software media.
What to weigh up
- The manual does not provide live video dimensions, supported modes or a frame-rate table.
- The 5-megapixel maximum-resolution phrase is ambiguous and cannot be treated as a live-video specification.
- Current host support, focus, field of view, microphone, privacy hardware and candidate-ASIN package are unverified.
The key details
| Model covered | IH-W355NB |
|---|---|
| Documented video modes | No live video resolution or frame-rate table; 5 MP maximum is ambiguous |
| Focus and framing | Focus method and view angle are not documented; up to 4× software zoom |
| Light and lens privacy | No physical lens cover or integrated light is documented |
| Integrated audio | Microphone details and audio behavior are not established |
| Connection and mounting | USB connection; USB 2.0 recommended; manual lists XP/Vista and CD-ROM |
| Identity and setup limits | Manual names IH-W355NB/IH-W356NP family; frozen ASIN/package unverified |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 7, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Exact model and family boundaries
The manual names IH-W355NB and IH-W356NP together as the MyLife Notebook Webcam Pro. That supports the product family and exact model clue, while leaving the two suffixes distinct. The frozen row’s ASIN B009WHFTC6 is not mapped by the manual. The exact-model Amazon search is therefore safer than treating the ASIN as a proven direct item. The W355NB should also remain separate from other iHome MyLife models such as IH-W305DB, IH-W310NS and IH-W301DW; a shared brand and software family do not establish identical sensors, mounts or modes.
The 5-megapixel headline and live video
The manual cover says 5.0 megapixel maximum resolution, and its software instructions distinguish still shots from video capture. However, the manual text does not supply a mode table, native sensor size, video pixel dimensions or frame rates. This review therefore does not describe the camera as a 5 MP live-video device, a 1080p webcam or a 4K webcam. A user who needs a specific video mode should look for additional exact-model documentation or choose a model with a published live-video table. The missing table is a practical limit, not evidence that a particular mode is impossible.
Software zoom and face tracking
The included ArcSoft software is described as supporting capture of stills and video, up to 4× zoom, software face tracking and monitoring that can record when motion is detected. These tools can make an older fixed camera more configurable at the computer, but they are not the same as an optical zoom lens or a motorized pan-and-tilt mechanism. Software face tracking does not establish that the physical camera moves, and the manual does not define a modern application workflow. If your requirement is camera movement that follows a presenter across a room, this specification does not verify it.
Connection, package and host limits
The manual calls for a USB port and says USB 2.0 is required for optimal performance. It also lists Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista and a CD-ROM drive. Those are release-era requirements, not a guarantee of current operating-system or meeting-app support. The manual’s original package list includes the webcam, a USB cable, a travel pouch and software media, but it cannot confirm what a present seller’s historical-ASIN item includes. Check the actual offer for the cable and pouch if those accessories matter.
What remains unknown
The manual does not establish live resolution or FPS, focus method, field-of-view axis, microphone details, privacy cover, integrated light, USB-C or whether a current host exposes all bundled software features. It mentions image capture and video but leaves usable mode details to software settings. Those gaps matter more than the 5 MP phrase if the camera is being considered for regular calls. A buyer choosing this model should be comfortable with that uncertainty and with an older USB/software setup.
Who may consider it
Consider the IH-W355NB when you are seeking this exact legacy iHome model and its listed ArcSoft software features, pouch and notebook-webcam role fit your setup. It is a poor match for resolution-led shopping because the manual does not disclose a live-video table. Confirm the exact model and package with the seller, then verify the host and software path before relying on it. This review uses the manual and saved candidate evidence; it does not claim personal testing, current stock or current software support.
What else to compare
Choose a camera with a current model-specific live video and FPS table if a minimum call resolution or reliable modern app support is important.
Before you buy
Does the 5 MP figure mean 5 MP live video?
The manual cover gives a 5 MP maximum but no live mode table, so the source does not establish 5 MP video.
What frame rate does IH-W355NB support?
The manual reviewed here does not list a frame rate or video-resolution table for live capture.
Does software face tracking make it a PTZ webcam?
No mechanical pan-and-tilt behavior is documented; the manual describes face tracking in ArcSoft software.
Is B009WHFTC6 confirmed as the IH-W355NB package?
No. The frozen row names the product, but its historical ASIN and included accessories are not cross-mapped.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- iHome MyLife IH-W355NB/IH-W356NP model manual; candidate offer package is not mapped ↗ — checked October 7, 2026.
- iHome MyLife IH-W355NB/IH-W356NP user manual ↗ — checked October 7, 2026.
- Search this model on Amazon · Tagged exact-model Amazon search; historical candidate ASIN B009WHFTC6 is unmapped ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 7, 2026.
The decision
Consider the IH-W355NB for its specific legacy software functions, not for an assumed megapixel video mode; verify the seller’s model and package.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.