ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Plantronics,
Inc. ("Poly" – formerly Plantronics and Polycom) (NYSE: PLT), a
global communications company that powers meaningful human
connection and collaboration, will introduce video conferencing
devices with a built-in Microsoft Teams experience at Microsoft
Ignite 2019. The Poly Studio X Series, purpose-built, all-in-one
video bars for Microsoft teams, will offer a native Teams meeting
and calling experience and are among a host of Poly solutions built
for Teams that the company will demonstrate at the show.
The Poly Studio X Series consists of two new video bars designed
for small rooms, the Poly Studio X30 and Poly Studio X50. The Poly
Studio X Series are purpose-built appliances that will run the
Teams application natively.
The Studio X Series supports 4K
Ultra high definition (UHD), advanced noise suppression and
unmatched video production rules to improve all aspects of the
meeting experience. Set-up requires a single power-over-ethernet
cable. Users can choose to control the Studio X Series with the new
Poly TC8 touch screen.
The award-winning Poly Studio, a plug-and-play USB video
bar for small huddle rooms, is now certified for Microsoft Teams.
The Poly Studio USB video bar features room-filling audio, a
4K HD camera with built-in speaker
tracking and framing, as well as support for remote cloud
management for ongoing updates and configuration. The Poly Studio
is currently available worldwide.
"Whenever and wherever people connect with Microsoft Teams, we
will be there to provide the best-in-class audio, video and voice
endpoints to make the experience that much better," said
Joe Burton, president and CEO at
Poly. "We deliver everything you need on the journey to transition
to Teams."
Ilya Bukshteyn, partner director,
Teams devices, Microsoft Corp. said, "We're pleased to partner with
Poly on a range of Microsoft Teams solutions – from video
conferencing, to headsets, to desk and conference phones, to
services. Poly is a one-stop-shop for Teams users that need to
communicate and collaborate from anywhere and with anyone."
"The Poly Studio X Series devices take simplicity to the next
level," said Ira M. Weinstein,
managing partner at analyst firm Recon Research. "These sleek,
all-in-one devices include mics, speakers, and camera, and come
pre-loaded with the Microsoft Teams application. No software to
load. From the box to a high-quality meeting room video
conferencing experience in just a few minutes. This is a job well
done."
Showcasing End-to-End Solutions for Teams
Poly will also showcase its industry-leading voice, headset and
service offerings to support Teams at Microsoft Ignite in the Poly
booth (#2349):
- The Poly CCX Series – Poly's native Teams phones, are sleek
business desk phones that combine a native Teams solution with
premium voice quality. Three models, the CCX 400, CCX 500 and CCX
600, integrate Teams contact lists, calendar, and meetings. The CCX
400 delivers a cost-effective native Teams experience for the
cost-conscious end-user, while the more premium CCX 500 and CCX 600
models power productivity with Poly HD Voice, Bluetooth, and
intuitive color touch displays. The CCX 600 features a larger
seven-inch display and integrated 802.11 Wi-Fi support. The CCX 500
is available in December 2019 and the
CCX 400 and CCX 600 will be available in January 2020.
- The Calisto 3200 optimized for Teams – Announced today, Poly's
first native Teams personal speakerphone allows you to take
conference calls anywhere. This plug-and-play portable speakerphone
features 360-degree audio for outstanding sound no matter where you
are working. The single touch of a button invokes the Teams app on
a PC and makes for easy communication and collaboration. Available
December 2019.
- Voyager Office Series optimized for Teams – Poly will preview a
new version of its highly popular Voyager 4200 and Voyager 5200
products for in-office mobile professionals seeking versatile
connectivity options to desk phone, smartphone or computer.
Available December 2019.
- Poly Managed Service for Teams – Poly has introduced Poly
Managed Service for Teams. The hosted service aims to accelerate
Teams adoption in enterprises worldwide with a range of managed
services to support enterprises on their entire Teams journey.
These services include identifying the most effective way for
customers to migrate from legacy platforms, to Teams, the
provisioning of endpoints and licenses, the end-to-end deployment
of Teams, adoption, training and change management, as part of the
ongoing managed service. This Managed Service can work in
conjunction with Microsoft's calling plan or any Direct Route
service offer. Available now.
Poly will preview the Studio X Series for Teams at Microsoft
Ignite. Poly Studio X30 and Poly Studio X50 will be priced at
$2,199 and $3,499 respectively, including the Poly TC8. The
Poly Studio X Series will be available for pre-order in November
with general availability in North
America, Europe and select
countries by December 2019. Native
support on Teams will be available in 2020.
The Microsoft booth (#1515) will also host the following Poly
solutions optimized for Teams: The Poly Studio X30, Poly Elara 60
Series, Calisto 3200, Voyager 4200, CCX 500 and the Trio 8800.
About Poly
Plantronics, Inc. ("Poly" – formerly Plantronics and Polycom)
(NYSE: PLT) is a global communications company that powers
meaningful human connection and collaboration. Poly combines
legendary audio expertise and powerful video and conferencing
capabilities to overcome the distractions, complexity and distance
that make communication in and out of the workplace challenging.
Poly believes in solutions that make life easier when they work
together and with our partner's services. Our headsets, software,
desk phones, audio and video conferencing, analytics and services
are used worldwide and are a leading choice for every kind of
workspace. For more information, please
visit: www.poly.com.
Poly, the propeller design, and the Poly logo are trademarks of
Plantronics, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
Poly Media Contact:
Shannon
Shamoon
PR Manager
+1 (831) 201-9142
Shannon.Shamoon@poly.com
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