According to Ashlee Vance of the New York Times, the technology offers very crisp picture and more realistic eye contact, probably due to the spatial differences from a computer to a television.
The bottom line... is it worth it?
In my opinion, NOT AT ALL!
The hardware for this technology alone costs $599, along with paying $25 per month. The benefits Umi has are high quality pictures and space for multiple video chatters. Other than that, this technology is way overpriced. For how much it will cost for a year of service, you could buy...
A computer (w/ video chat and have money to spare)
Xbox Live Kinect (has video chat and gaming capabilities)
VGA Cable (Allows your to hook up your computer to your T.V. meaning video chat on it for free)
The list can go on but the point is that the technology Cisco is offering is overpriced and there is a lot more you can do with your money. I think that idea is innovative especially for families that have loved ones that live far away. In my opinion, the price does not match the product yet and it would be better to wait it out for the price drop rather than investing in it while it is a new product.
A computer (w/ video chat and have money to spare)
Xbox Live Kinect (has video chat and gaming capabilities)
VGA Cable (Allows your to hook up your computer to your T.V. meaning video chat on it for free)
The list can go on but the point is that the technology Cisco is offering is overpriced and there is a lot more you can do with your money. I think that idea is innovative especially for families that have loved ones that live far away. In my opinion, the price does not match the product yet and it would be better to wait it out for the price drop rather than investing in it while it is a new product.
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