I bought a $15 ring light to use with my webcam. I wish I’d done it sooner

The article discusses the author's experience with using a $15 ring light to improve the quality of their webcam setup for video podcasting. The key points are: 1. Lighting is critical for achieving a professional-looking video setup, but natural lighting can be unpredictable and even a well-lit room may not provide enough light. 2. The author purchased a 5-inch Neewer ring light for around $15 and found it to be a versatile and affordable solution, allowing them to control the brightness and color temperature. 3. The ring light can be easily set up on a stand or clipped to the top of a display, and the author also purchased a light stand to position the ring light above eye level to avoid reflections in their glasses. 4. The author provides a side-by-side comparison of their appearance with and without the ring light, demonstrating the significant improvement in the quality of their video. 5. The article concludes by strongly recommending the Neewer ring light as an inexpensive way to improve the appearance of webcam setups.