LCD TV (not smart) + Webcam + Video calls through the TV - Possible ?

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Couldn't figure out the right section for this.

I am thinking of a setup as follows (not that I need it now)...

Normal LCD TV (not a smart TV so internet connectivity available to the TV) needs to have a Webcam setup over it (like you attach a separate webcam over your laptop sometimes). And then need to do video calls over skype or something.
Basically I we want to have a bigger field of view (for the other party) and one can talk without being in front of a computer but instead in front of the TV.
Is this setup possible ?

Things I believe needed will be

1. LCD TV
2. Separate good quality webcam
3. Good Internet connection
4. Intermediate device which can enable making skype calls.

Do the android sticks work in such situations ?

In the above setup, the TV is merely a display with speakers and I think the voice will be routed through the webcam's own MIC.
 
smnrock said:
Isn't Logitech has some Skype specific hd cameras?
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Yes there is one. I saw on amazon.com for $123 before taxes and shipping and it is not amazon shipped.
With India shipping it costs $ 184. Expensive for sure.
Here is the link -> http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-960-...UTF8&qid=1409896187&sr=8-6&keywords=LG+TV+cam

I think that is good for a no frills solution and if I am looking for a dedicated device to make skype calls and don't really need other functionality.

But if there is a cheaper option out there (should not be complicated to use) I am open to them as well.
 
Bumping this thread just too see if anyone found any other option.
Also I have Chromecast, does that work in realizing the need ?

I think I had read somewhere that hangout video can be casted, not sure.
 
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