Computers & Office · PRODUCT REVIEW

Labtec
Webcam 2200, part 960-000153

For a legacy VGA webcam with manual focus. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

The 960-000153 Webcam 2200 is a basic legacy camera whose clearest verified tradeoff is VGA 640×480 capture. Newegg also identifies USB 2.0, manual focus, a built-in microphone, and a snapshot button. Its old ASIN and package remain unmatched to the exact part.

Consider it for

A buyer who specifically wants the 960-000153 legacy part and can validate the USB driver path..

Look elsewhere if

Not for buyers who need a documented HD mode, autofocus, wide framing, confirmed privacy cover, or current driver support.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • A part-specific listing identifies the model and 640×480 capture.
  • Manual focus, USB 2.0, microphone, and snapshot control are documented.
  • The review keeps part 960-000153 separate from blue part 960-000154.

What to weigh up

  • The sources give no frame rate, FOV, microphone range, or focus range.
  • Current compatibility and UVC behavior are not established.
  • B00310AE20, color, and exact clip/package are unverified.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model covered960-000153
Documented video modes640×480 capture listed; rate is unknown
Focus and framingManual focus; FOV and focus range unknown
Light and lens privacyNo light or privacy cover is documented
Integrated audioBuilt-in microphone and snapshot button; pickup details unknown
Connection and mountingUSB 2.0; connector shape and UVC status unconfirmed
Identity and setup limitsPart 960-000153 saved; B00310AE20 and blue/clip package unverified

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 4, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

The VGA ceiling is a real tradeoff

Newegg's part-specific listing gives 640×480 capture for 960-000153, but does not say which frame rate accompanies it. Someone who only needs a low-detail preview can judge whether that is enough; a user who needs readable fine text, a large room view, or a named HD mode cannot infer those capabilities from the product name. No 720p or 1080p mode is sourced for this part. Software cannot turn an undocumented higher mode into a verified feature.

Manual focus favors a stable placement

The part listing identifies manual focus, but gives no focus range or field-of-view measurement. A user can adjust it for one chosen distance, then leave the camera in place. A routine that moves between near and far subjects may benefit more from documented autofocus. The unknown angle also means the buyer cannot plan a two-person frame numerically or compare its coverage with a wide-angle camera. Check placement and focus on the exact unit.

Audio and snapshot button

The part listing documents a built-in microphone and snapshot button. It does not state microphone type, pickup distance, noise handling, or audio quality, so this is basic integrated input rather than a room-microphone promise. The snapshot control provides a direct still-image action, but does not establish video resolution beyond the listed capture size. A built-in speaker, privacy mute, and camera light are not documented.

A dated connection path

Newegg says USB 2.0 and lists Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me, XP, and Vista. Those entries show historical setup context, not support for a current computer or call app. The Webcam 2200 guide contains generic driver advice, but its general UVC note is not part-specific proof that 960-000153 is UVC compatible. Verify the exact driver path, especially on a host that restricts legacy drivers or offers only USB-C ports.

Identity and the color/package boundary

The saved model packet identifies 960-000153 and keeps it distinct from another Webcam 2200, part 960-000154. The frozen title calls this row blue, but the separate catalog entry is the one that specifically identifies a blue unit. Do not borrow that color or its accessories. The historical Amazon ASIN B00310AE20 is not connected to 960-000153, so use a tagged model search and inspect the label and condition.

Who should choose it

The 960-000153 is a legacy VGA webcam for a buyer who specifically wants this part and can validate its old USB/driver path. It is a poor fit for modern HD calls, a documented wide frame, autofocus, or an exact privacy accessory. A documented newer desk camera such as Logitech C920 supplies a 1080p30 mode and autofocus, answering questions that the Labtec sources leave open. This is a specification comparison, not a measured-quality claim.

What else to compare

Choose Labtec only for this legacy part; choose Logitech C920 for a documented 1080p30 mode and autofocus.

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Before you buy

Does part 960-000153 record HD video?

The inspected listing identifies 640×480 capture and no HD mode.

Is the Webcam 2200 blue?

The blue clue belongs to related part 960-000154; 960-000153 color is unverified.

Does the clip fit every laptop?

The frozen title says laptop clip, but fit dimensions are not documented.

Is it UVC compatible?

The generic guide does not confirm UVC for this exact part.

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.

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The decision

Choose 960-000153 only when the VGA limit and old host path are acceptable and the exact part can be checked.

Is it the right fit?

Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.

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