Kensington W1060 EQ: problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-10-30
Summary
No owner-reported failures or independent tests exist for this exact model, so the items below are specification-based cautions rather than field failure rates. There are no consumables or subscriptions, so yearly running cost is effectively zero beyond electricity. At the observed CDW price of $33.99 it is a competitive sub-$40 1080p webcam on paper, but image and audio quality are unverified.
Common problems and fixes
- Fixed focus (no autofocus) — the lens is fixed and optimized for typical meeting distances, so it cannot refocus for very close or very far subjects; not a defect and no warranty remedy is documented. [2]
- Mono microphone with narrow range — single omnidirectional mic with a 100 Hz–8 kHz response, not a wideband or stereo array; may limit voice quality. [2]
- Image adjustment is software-based — TrueHue is an optional downloadable app for Windows and macOS that adjusts brightness, contrast and sharpness; it is not hardware processing and requires install. [1][2][3][4]
- USB-C via adapter, not native — the plug is USB-A with a bundled USB-C adapter, so the adapter can be lost and the plug is not reversible. [2][3]
- Plastic-heavy lens — the lens uses 1 glass and 4 plastic elements; this is a specification caution, not an owner-reported failure. [2]
Parts and consumables
No replaceable parts or consumables reported.
Yearly running cost
No filters, pods, or subscriptions are required; TrueHue is a free download. [2] Not enough data for a yearly dollar figure.
When it is a good buy
CDW lists the product at $33.99 (B2B retailer; sign-in required to confirm checkout price), in stock with 1,166 units, with no owner reviews on that listing. [4] No MSRP or other retailer prices were found, so no price threshold beyond the observed CDW listing is defensible. [4] Buyers who need autofocus, a wider microphone, or verified image and audio quality should consider other webcams; no specific models are named in the sources read. [4]