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The QX5 Microscope is the upgraded version of the award-winning Intel QX3 computer USB microscope. Explore the microscopic world with the only USB microscope that connects to a computer. The QX5 USB Microscope includes software that allows you to view, edit, animate and even measure samples, then create slideshows and videos. The QX5 USB Microscope has the mobility to come out of its base for the viewing of larger or possibly live samples in their natural habitats. QX5 USB Microscope Now featuring: This digital microscope has super-brite LED lighting for brighter, longer lasting top and bottom illumination QX5 digital microscope now has higher resolution (640x480) for more detailed images video playback now three times faster at 15 frames per second* sample measurement tools built into the software Now works on Windows Vista and Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, 98, 98SE, ME. 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