Managed.IT - issue 52

INNOVATIONS what’s new Sennheiser has launched two premium Bluetooth headsets for mobile professionals: the PRESENCE Grey UC, optimised for Unified Communications, with multi- connectivity and seamless switching between softphone and mobile calls; and the PRESENCE Grey Business for use with mobile devices. Both devices feature Sennheiser Voice Clarity for clear and natural audio; SpeakFocus technology for voice clarity; WindSafe technology to reduce wind noise; and Own-Voice-Detector, which reduces background noise when the user is not speaking. www.sennheiser.com Seen but not heard NEC’s new laser projectors, the P525(UL/WL), are claimed to be quieter than a ticking watch, with an operating noise of just 22dB at WXGA and WUXGA resolution. Other features include 4K@30Hz input processing; 5,000 ANSI lumens brightness; up to 20,000 hours of maintenance- free operation; optional WiFi; and an embedded MultiPresenter for wireless presentation and screen- sharing for up to 16 devices. www.nec-display-solutions. com The boost you need Mobile phone users can look forward to improved call quality with the CEL-FI range of mobile phone signal boosters. Brought to the UK by Nextivity, the boosters are approved for 3G/4G/LTE voice and data and can be used without an Ofcom licence. Products are available for the Vodafone, O2, EE and Three networks (and associated MVNOs). A CEL-FI Wave app allows users to switch networks depending on their requirements. In locations where all networks require amplification, such as office blocks, multiple CEL-FI units can be installed. www.cel-fi.com New Chrome products from CTL CTL, a manufacturer of Chrome OS solutions, has launched two new products for education, digital signage and corporate applications. These are the Intel Core i7-based CTL Chromebox CBx1-7, which can be mounted to a display (touch or non- touch) for digital signage and all-in-one computing with USB or Bluetooth keyboards; and the rugged CTL Chromebook NL7T. Features include an IP41 drop rating; water-resistant keyboards; reinforced ports, hinges and power plug; a rotating world-view camera; and a carrying handle. https://ctl.net/ Premium headsets Better than lifelike Lifesize is attempting to create a better than lifelike meeting experience with the launch of the world’s first 4K video calling solution. In an industry first, the combination of an updated global cloud service architecture designed for live 4K video and a new Icon 700 conference room solution enables Lifesize to offer 4K video conferencing with full- motion content sharing in 4K. Ultra-wideband Opus audio provides premium audio clarity, while a powerful 20x zoom delivers impressive image clarity. www. lifesize.com Safer cable management Tidi-Cable has produced a new range of cable management solutions designed to reduce risk of accidents caused by temporary or semi-permanent cables in schools, theatres, offices, music venues and construction sites. Designed to keep cabling high off the ground, the 11 new products are metal-based for improved fire-resistance and durability. https://tidi-cable.com/uk Compact scanners Brother UK has strengthened its scanner range with two compact document scanners. For scanning on the move or where space is limited, it is launching the ADS-1200 portable scanner; and for enhanced productivity in businesses with up to 250 employees, it is bringing out the ADS-1700W wireless scanner with auto start and up to 20 touchscreen shortcuts. www.brother.co.uk 4 MANAGED.IT 01732 759725