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If you use AI to speed up work, the next bottleneck is your meetings: blurry video, bad lighting, and “can you repeat that?” moments. A good webcam + simple lighting makes you look instantly more professional.
What to look for (simple)
- 1080p minimum with decent autofocus
- Good low-light performance (or use a key light)
- Field of view that fits your space (too wide looks weird)
Quick picks (Amazon)
Pro tip: lighting beats resolution
A $25 light often improves your image more than jumping from 1080p to 4K. Put the light in front of you, slightly above eye level.
Bonus: safer calls on public Wi‑Fi
If you take client calls while traveling, use a VPN on airport/hotel Wi‑Fi.
Related: VPN setup checklist.