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technologyreseller.co.uk 05 INNOVATIONS A close call Snom has expanded its D3XX Series of IP desk phones with a low-cost model that combines the popular 3-series design with the performance features of the D735 IP phone, notably a built-in proximity sensor that ensures all relevant functions are automatically displayed as soon as the user’s hand approaches the display or function keys. The only model in the 3 series to have an integrated proximity sensor, the D335 also boasts a high-resolution TFT colour display; integrated DSP processor for HD sound; 32 self-labelling function keys; an integrated Gigabit switch with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE); and a USB port for connecting a variety of devices, including the A210 WLAN USB stick, which enables Snom devices to operate without a network cable, and the A230 DECT USB stick for converting a desk phone into a flexible conference solution. The D335 costs £145. www.snom.com On song Lenovo has introduced two LTE-supported, Windows 10 detachables for today’s multi- tasking consumers. The premium Lenovo Yoga Duet 7i is the first Yoga PC with a detachable, backlit Bluetooth keyboard and adjustable kickstand for easier viewing and drawing with the Lenovo E-Color Pen. Featuring a 13-inch, crystal clear IPS 2K touchscreen display, the Yoga Duet 7i is compatible with Intel Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) for an ultra-fast connection and available with optional LTE/4G coverage that allows users to stay connected almost anywhere. Lenovo’s second new detachable, the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3i with digital pen, also has a detachable Bluetooth keyboard and folio kickstand – a first for an IdeaPad PC – with the option of 4G/LTE coverage. It also includes a range of smart features like the Alexa voice service, facial login via the infrared (IR) camera and presence-sensing that helps shield a screen from shoulder-surfing neighbours and automatically pauses video play when the viewer walks away. New generation displays Sony has introduced a new generation of 8K, 4K and integrated tuner Professional Displays for business, education and retail applications. The 17 additions to the Sony BRAVIA Professional Display range feature enhanced picture quality, faster performance speeds and an updated design. Find out more at www.sony.net . Home printers HP has launched three new printers for families with school-age children and work from home parents. The stylish HP ENVY 6000 printer series (from £69), the functional HP Deskjet 2700 printer series (from £39) and the Deskjet Plus 4100 series (£59) are available with the HP Instant Ink subscription service. HP has also introduced more than 50 additional hours of free, printable STEM-related content on its Print, Play & Learn platform. www.hp.com On the grid Swyx has enhanced its Swyx Meeting cloud- based collaboration solution with a grid view that shows up to 25 people simultaneously (with the ability to re-arrange views by ‘drag and drop’) and an ‘active speaker’ view that shows the person speaking in full-screen mode. The WebRTC-based solution allows users to organise browser-based web conferences with up to 25 internal and external participants, communicate via video, send messages in private or group chat, share their screen and exchange files. Participants can join meetings from any computer, mobile phone or tablet via a browser, without having to install any software or app. Alternatively, they can dial in by telephone. www.swyx.de Zoom certification The Poly Studio X30/X50 video bars and the Poly G7500 video conferencing system are the first Zoom Rooms Appliances to receive Zoom certification. Both solutions incorporate advanced speaker and conversation tracking, NoiseBlockAI and Acoustic Fence to block out unwanted distractions, as well as enhanced security features, including a hardened operating system, secure update distribution and third-party testing for security vulnerabilities. www.Poly.com Right-sizing the cloud ITRS Group claims businesses can cut their cloud spend by a third with the company’s new Cloud Cost Optimisation (CCO) solution. Housed on the ITRS Capacity Planner platform, the CCO solution analyses a firm’s cloud usage to identify the size of the instance that should be running (right-sizing) and the best way to buy it or run it, including where it can be shut down altogether (right-buying). Firms can also use CCO’s predictive analytics capabilities to model future scenarios and plan for potential capacity bottlenecks or resource constraints. Cloud scanners Xenith Intelligent Workplace Services has partnered with Kodak Alaris to create a pre-configured Scan@Home Solution built on the latter’s INfuse Smart Connected Scanning Solution. As part of a fully managed scanner-as-a-service offering, Xenith can provide remote workers with pre-configured scanners that allow them to scan documents directly to a specific person, repository, network drive, back-end system or line-of-business application, such as invoice processing, records management or customer account management, without the need for a PC connection or local software. Xenith manages and monitors the scanner fleet, sets up workflows (and alters them remotely, where necessary), configures the devices and allocates licences. www.xenith.co.uk/scan-at-home EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD SNOM: D335 IP Desk Phone 0 EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD SWYX: Swyx Meeting 0