We're still a few hours off the big thunder of the major press conferences here in Las Vegas, but already CES 2012 is revealing a few gems.
The inTouch camera system, which will hit US shops in March at $200 (£130), combines camera, internet connection and app platform, enabling users to communicate, browse and watch streamed content.
Skype is built-in, making use of the camera's built-in microphone, speakers and Wi-Fi connection to enable it to be hooked up to a home network. Connection to the TV is via an HDMI cable, and the camera is designed for use on top of the TV, or on a shelf or table.
The system supports 720p video for HD calling, and is also pre-loaded with a range of apps including YouTube and Google News and Weather, and there's also a web browser.
It comes complete with a palm-sized QWERTY keyboard, and can also function as a picture frame device, either taking shots with its built-in 3MP camera or allowing images to be viewed from USB devices.
