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Jabra Introduces a UC-Dedicated Headset Series
September 20, 2011 | 
Author With a projected 42 million new UC users by 2015, Jabra launches four new UC-dedicated headsets for cost-effective UC deployments – the Jabra UC VOICE™ series.
(COPENHAGEN, DENMARK, 1 SEPTEMBER, 2011) Jabra today launched a new series of four headsets developed for the growing Unified Communications (UC) market and specifically for UC deployments.
All four headsets were designed specifically for companies looking for a cost-effective means of deploying headsets across an organization and to accommodate for the different working styles and environments without compromising on quality.
In addition to headset solutions for light to heavy users the Jabra UC VOICE™ series features a portable headset developed for today’s virtual offices that is the industry’s first corded UC headset with a behind-the-ear wearing style and discreet form factor for video conferencing.
UC use expected to increase 600% by 2015
“Today there are approximately 7.8 million users of UC,” said Soren Christensen, Jabra Vice President of Marketing, Products and Alliances. “By 2015 that number is expected to skyrocket to 49.5 million. Optimization of these investments by adding the voice dimension to the UC experience and attaching headsets that offer superior sound, comfort and build will have a tremendous impact when wanting to ensure the right ROI.”
With so many new users coming from a traditional desk phone environment, the single most important factor for successful deployment and adoption of the technology is the headset, which completes the UC experience. With a series of easy-to-use UC headsets Jabra’s new headsets pave the way for faster end-user adoption of the technology.
And as more companies deploy UC there is a growing realization that audio plays a vital role in the success of the UC deployment. While the audio quality at both ends of a UC conversation is critical, there are many other factors that make a headset perform beyond expectations.
“A headset must be easy to configure, comfortable, and have a solid, quality feel,” says Theresa Robinson, Director, Collaboration Applications Product Marketing for Avaya, a global leading supplier of UC solutions. “The seamless integration between the soft phone and the headset is a key factor in employee adoption of a UC roll-out and thus, it’s overall success in terms of improved collaboration and productivity gains.”
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Plantronics Advances Social Collaboration With IBM UC2 Integration
Award-winning Software Enables IBM Lotus® Sametime® Connectivity in the Office or On-the-Go
SYDNEY, Australia – August 29, 2011 – Plantronics (NYSE: PLT) today announced the availability of its new software plug-in, designed specifically for IBM unified communications and collaboration UC2 software, to help organisations embrace social business concepts.
The new integration between IBM UC2 software, Sametime® and Sametime Unified Telephony (SUT) and Plantronics provides a seamless UC experience to users with intelligent, high quality audio and call control, across a multitude of UC devices. These include PC, softphone and deskphone. This announcement illustrates the close work between Plantronics and IBM, in order to enhance the capability of UC offerings.
The software enhances productivity through new calling capabilities for online meetings, video conferences, and PC-based calls and was named an IBM Lotus 2011 Award finalist in the “Enhancing Business Value through UC Solutions” category.
The Plantronics software offers the following functionality:
- Control Sametime Calls Remotely: Walk, talk, and multitask with the ability to answer/end, mute, and control call volume and manage multiple calls remotely from the headset
- Smart Sensor™ Technology Wearing Status: Built in sensors deliver automatic functionality like answering a call by placing the headset on and simultaneously updating softphone availability status
- Mobile Phone Presence: Automatically changes Sametime presence status to ‘on phone’ when on a mobile call
- Synchronised UC Presence: Updates user status in Sametime and Skype PC clients
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Plantronics Launches Cloud-based Vocalyst Voice Control Service with the New Savor M1100 Bluetooth Headset
Plantronics Vocalyst Service Lets Users Send Email, Listen to Text Messages and Reminders with Simple Voice Controls
SYDNEY, Australia – July 13, 2011 – Plantronics®(NYSE:PLT), today announced a new cloud-based voice service, Plantronics Vocalyst, aimed at enhancing users Bluetooth experience by extending voice control capabilities.
Today Plantronics also extended its premium headset line with the Plantronics Savor M1100 Bluetooth® headset. The Plantronics Savor combines the world’s first three-mic audio performance with Plantronics Vocalyst™, to deliver exceptional audio experiences for conversations, text-to-speech, audio streaming, and much more “With a commitment to high quality product design and developing innovative technology, Plantronics’ Vocalyst aims to make communication simpler and more convenient for customers,” said Peter Petrides, National Retail Sales Manager, Plantronics Australia. “This product is a breakthrough in voice-driven simplicity and performance; it’s like having your own personal assistant.”
Plantronics Vocalyst
Plantronics Vocalyst is a cloud-based voice service, which can be integrated with the Plantronics Savor M1100. Vocalyst significantly enhances the Bluetooth user experience with convenient features and capabilities. By pressing Savor’s dedicated voice button and speaking commands, users may:
- Send and listen to emails and text-to-speech messages,
- Record and listen to reminders,
- Post messages to Twitter and listen to their streams,
- Update Evernote accounts to easily capture moments and ideas with their voice,
- Post a message to your Facebook page,
- Listen to the latest news, finance, sports and weather reports.
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Jabra Product Awards
Jabra GO™ 6400 Series
Jabra GO 6430 and PRO 9470 have won Product of the Year Award from Unified Communications Magazine
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Program providing Quality Audio Solutions for Avaya Unified Communications
(COPENHAGEN, DENMARK, 17 MAY, 2011) – Jabra, a global manufacturer of innovative headset solutions, today announced it has been elevated to Platinum Membership in the Avaya DevConnect program by Avaya Inc., a global leader in business collaboration systems, software and services. As a global headset provider for Avaya Unified Communications solutions, Jabra has been recognized for a higher level of commitment in developing and integrating a wide range of wireless and corded headsets that offer superior audio quality, increased workplace productivity, and enhanced ergonomic comfort. Businesses deploying Avaya telephony can now experience the full benefits of Unified Communications anytime, anywhere through Jabra’s unique, easy-to-install, simple-to-use headsets and speakerphones.
The Avaya DevConnect program promotes the development, compliance-testing and co-marketing of innovative third-party products that are compatible with standards-based Avaya solutions. Member organizations have expertise in a broad range of technologies – including IP telephony, contact centers and mobility applications – helping companies extend the value of multivendor networks and transform voice into an intelligent business application that delivers true value to the bottom line.
“Platinum Membership in Avaya’s developer community allows Jabra to continue to develop deeper integration with Avaya platforms which will lead to an enhanced user experience,” said Chris Briglin, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Jabra. “Building on Avaya’s resources and Jabra’s innovative product development, customers in offices, contact centers and on the road will have a broader portfolio of compliance-tested solutions designed to meet their individual needs and budget requirements. Jabra is dedicated to enhancing the user experience by developing unique audio end points that allow customers to appreciate the full collaborative value of Unified Communication; regardless of where they work or how they connect to the network.”
The Avaya DevConnect program currently includes thousands of software and hardware developer companies, integrators, service providers and customers. Members have created a broad array of innovative solutions tested for Avaya compliance, including natural language speech recognition applications, wireless services, specialized computer telephony integration and reporting capabilities, and applications tailored for specific vertical industries.