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Skype for Business certified
Yealink’s T46G SFB and T48G SFB phones
have been certified by Microsoft for use
on its Skype for Business Online Service
platform. Offered as part of the Office
365 productivity suite, the new platform
offers cloud PBX and PSTN conferencing
functionality accessed via add-on licences.
Both the T46G SFB and T48G SFB
are designed to serve the executive and
professional sectors, offering dual-port
Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, colour
screens and advanced features such as
Outlook calendar synchronisation and
meeting join functionality.
Filterless operation
NEC has made two laser-based additions
to its PA Series of LCD projectors. The
PA803UL and PA653UL models have a
filter-free design, eliminating one of the
biggest operational overheads of installed
projectors. Other key features and benefits
include high lumen output (8,000lm
from the PA803UL and 6,500lm from the
PA653UL); flexible installation options,
with 360 degree positioning support in
any direction; motorised zoom and focus;
interchangeable lens options and WUXGA
resolution support. The new PA653UL will
be available in April and the PA803UL in
August.
Built-in security
TCL Communication has launched a new
BlackBerry smartphone under a brand
licensing agreement. The BlackBerry
KEYone combines a touch display
with a physical keyboard that
gives users more space for typing
than a typical 5.5-inch all-touch
smartphone. There is also a
fingerprint sensor built directly
into the keyboard spacebar, for
added functionality and security.
The device comes pre-loaded with
DTEK by BlackBerry, which provides
constant security monitoring and
protection of your operating system
and apps.
Big business
Nimans says Panasonic’s new NSX
communications platform opens up
new ‘enterprise size’ opportunities
for resellers. Comprising the KX-
NSX2000 and KX-NSX1000 business
communication servers, the NSX series
is a dedicated Mid-market/Enterprise
solution for up to 2,000 users that
seamlessly connects up to 32 sites.
Features include remote management
from a main site, smart desk extension
sharing, multi device number pairing,
a reliable back up system to survive
any system failures and mobile phone
integration.
Team collaboration
Vivitek has announced a new range of
interactive Flat Panel Displays (iFPDs) in
four screen sizes from 65 to 98 inches.
Featuring LED backlit technology, the
Ultra HD 4K screens deliver outstanding
detail, a bright picture, long life and
lower energy costs. An anti-glare surface
improves screen visibility in high ambient
light environments. With 20-point touch
capabilities (10 writing) and the Vivitek
NovoConnect Solution, the screens
encourage team collaboration and improve
meeting efficiency.
Slimline display
Philips Monitors has released its thinnest
display ever, with an ultra-narrow bezel for
edge-to-edge viewing. Part of the Moda
design series, the 245C7QJSB has a side-on
thickness of just 5.2 mm. With enhanced
Full HD and the latest Ultra Wide Color
Technology, the display offers users clarity of
detail with an extended range of colours for
brilliant visuals.
Collaboration platform and
management software
Unveiled at ISE 2017, the WiCS-2100
is designed to facilitate collaboration in
any environment. As with all wePresent
products, it supports most major platforms
for computers and mobile devices,
including enhanced compatibility with
Apple AirPlay and integrated Google
Chromecast support. The hardware’s user
interface allows previews of connected
devices by a moderator before they’re
displayed and features an enhanced on-
board moderation utility. wePresent’s new
Management Suite enables administrators
of large networks in schools and offices
to schedule firmware updates, change
the configuration of
individual units
and remotely
troubleshoot
hardware problems.
First 4K webcam
Logitech has introduced BRIO, the world’s
first 4K webcam. Ideal for business and
home-office users, streamers, YouTubers,
vloggers and anyone else looking for a
premium, high quality
webcam, BRIO features
Logitech RightLight
3 with HDR for great
camera performance in all
lighting conditions; 4K ultra HD video
quality; 5X zoom; and support for
Windows Hello and other secure
infrared-based facial recognition
applications. Logitech BRIO works
with all popular business applications,
including Skype for Business and
Cisco-compatible certifications, as well
as Logitech Collaboration Programme
cloud video partners, such as BlueJeans,
BroadSoft, Vidyo and Zoom.
