All items tagged with UC&C (27)

HP Announced Agreement to Acquire Poly

March 28, 2022 by Joao Martins

HP Announced Agreement to Acquire Poly

HP Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire Poly, the company created from the merger of Plantronics and Polycom, and the last remaining of the videoconference era companies. HP has been acquiring other companies in the audio space in order to expand its offer to growing market segments, and this acquisition is intended to significantly reinforce its position as a leading global provider of workplace collaboration solutions.

Zoom Introduces Whiteboard Collaboration and Events Conference Tools

September 14, 2021 by Joao Martins

Zoom Introduces Whiteboard Collaboration and Events Conference Tools

During its Zoomtopia 2021 update event, Zoom Video Communications announced ambitious plans to grow its online communications scope. Zoom unveiled a new ecosystem of apps to empower hybrid workforces, and promises to expand its market with new B2B tools, including Zoom Video Engagement Center (VEC) and Zoom Events Conference. The company also unveiled its new Zoom Whiteboard collaboration tool and promised to boost real time, automated translation, and expand its existing live transcription.

Poly Introduces Voyager 4300 UC Series Headset Designed for Flexible Work

August 26, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Poly Introduces Voyager 4300 UC Series Headset Designed for Flexible Work

Communication products continue to evolve as the leading manufacturers in the UC&C space refine designs for hybrid and work from anywhere situations. Poly expanded its family of traditional Voyager wireless Bluetooth headsets with a new affordable series for the hybrid worker. The Voyager 4300 UC Series provides high quality audio, multiple connectivity options, improved comfort, and is easy to set up and use - whether at home or in the office.

Jabra Launches PanaCast 50 Intelligent Videobar Hybrid Collaboration Solution

April 28, 2021 by Joao Martins

Jabra Launches PanaCast 50 Intelligent Videobar Hybrid Collaboration Solution

With the world transitioning to hybrid working environments, manufacturers of communication solutions are betting on a new category: videobars. A combination of soundbar/speakerphone design with webcam built-in, these solutions can be placed under a monitor or display and quickly convert any space to a meeting room. Jabra, GN Group’s consumer arm, was the latest brand to join the category with the Jabra PanaCast 50 intelligent videobar.

Work from Anywhere: Evolving the Unified Communications Paradigm

April 16, 2021 by Jon Schau

Work from Anywhere: Evolving the Unified Communications Paradigm

This article by Jon Schau (Lead Engineer for Emerging Technology at Bose Professional) frames the Work from Anywhere paradigm and sends a message to CIOs, CTOs and IT departments. The article discusses how digital connectivity empowered knowledge workers to collaborate, communicate, and execute from anywhere in the world. And how, as UC literacy evolves, IT must grow along with it! This article was originally published in The Audio Voice, April 2021.

Worldwide Unified Communications & Collaboration (UC&C) Market Grows 24.9% in 2020

April 2, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Worldwide Unified Communications & Collaboration (UC&C) Market Grows 24.9% in 2020

According to International Data Corporation (IDC, the worldwide Unified Communications & Collaboration (UC&C) market grew 29.2% year over year and 7.1% quarter over quarter to $13.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2020 (4Q20). Revenue growth was also up an impressive 24.9% for the full year 2020 to $47.2 billion, according to the IDC Worldwide Quarterly Unified Communications & Collaboration report. IDC also reported that the global PC monitor market hit new record highs in 2020, with 55 million units sold.

EPOS Introduces EXPAND Capture 5 Smart Speakerphone for Hybrid Workplaces

March 24, 2021 by Joao Martins

EPOS Introduces EXPAND Capture 5 Smart Speakerphone for Hybrid Workplaces

EPOS announced the launch of EXPAND Capture 5, a new "intelligent speaker" optimized for Microsoft Teams Rooms that will enable taking virtual meetings to the next level. The new smart speakerphone is able to identify participants automatically in Microsoft Teams in order to transcribe a live feed of the conversation. And EXPAND Capture 5 features a premium speaker system with a 7-microphone array in order to support clear voice interactions between in-room and remote participants.

audioXpress April 2021 Looks Ahead at the Evolution in Voice, Communication and True Wireless

March 11, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress April 2021 Looks Ahead at the Evolution in Voice, Communication and True Wireless

The April 2021 issue of audioXpress is now available in print and online and it addresses a convergence of technologies in two of the most exciting product segments at the moment: True Wireless Earbuds and Voice & Communication. George Ntanavaras explores vibration measurements using piezoelectric sensors, Jens Tybo Jensen describes a highly efficient hybrid bass amplification design, and Richard Honeycutt discusses how horns have evolved to address sound directionality. And much more top-level audio electronics from top experts in the field. Get Your Copy Now!

Nureva Introduces Developer Toolkit With Cloud-Based APIs for Audio Conferencing Systems

February 15, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Nureva Introduces Developer Toolkit With Cloud-Based APIs for Audio Conferencing Systems

Nureva, the fast-expanding Canadian innovator in advanced audio conferencing solutions, announced availability of its new Nureva Developer Toolkit to give developers secure access to a growing collection of cloud-based APIs for Nureva audio systems. Available now in open beta, the developer-focused tools make it easy to integrate Nureva systems with third-party products and workflows. The announcement is made while Nureva's systems are receiving industry accolades and recognition also from major partners.

Global Professional Headset Shipments to Reach 65.7 Million Units by 2026 According to Frost & Sullivan

August 28, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Global Professional Headset Shipments to Reach 65.7 Million Units by 2026 According to Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Growth Opportunities in the Global Professional Headset Market, Forecast to 2026, predicts that the professional headset market will witness robust growth due to the increased popularity of cloud meeting services and remote working practices. In 2020, in particular, the demand for professional PC USB and UC&C headsets has surged to unprecedented levels to enhance software communications experiences.

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