DIY solution already found

Feb 27, 2009 09:32 GMT  ·  By

Late last year, Hewlett-Packard updated its netbook lineup with the introduction of the new Mini 1000 series, designed to take advantage of Intel's Atom netbook platform, a change from the company's initial model, which was based on a VIA processor. The new series of HP netbooks was initially made out of three different versions, namely the basic Mini 1000, the Mini 1000 MIE (Mobile Internet Experience) and the Vivienne Tam edition. The last of the three boasted a more feminine design with a vibrant red color and a peony flower-inspired design. Apparently, some of the Vivienne Tam netbooks have been shipped with a slight manufacturing issue that affects the integrated webcam in the netbook's lid.

 

According to the latest reports on the Internet, HP's pride and joy, the Vivienne Tam Edition netbook, has at least one flaw, related to its integrated webcam. Apparently some, if not all Vivienne Tam Edition devices have been shipped with integrated webcameras that still have the protective film on the lens. Consequently, this reduces the visual quality of the netbook's camera. The Palo Alto, California-based PC vendor hasn't yet officially admitted to the issue, although an HP employee put out a video on YouTube (which was later pulled down), letting users know how to handle the issue.

 

Although the practice could surely void the warranty of the netbook, users will have to open the top of the screen and try to reach the camera and remove the protective film on top of it. A safer way to do this is to report the issue to HP and have your netbook fixed, although you might have to convince their support that the issue isn't related to the netbook's drivers.

 

Despite no video showing how to fix the issue, we can find a solution to the problem following this link. However, take into consideration that this could void your warranty and that if you really want to do with a better camera you can proceed at your own risk.