Managed.IT - issue 52

MANAGED.IT 5 www.managedITmag.co.uk INNOVATIONS Look and learn Sharp is launching its first Windows Collaboration Display at Integrated Systems Europe 2019. An IoT sensor within the 70-inch 4K interactive display feeds data on room occupancy, air quality, ambient light levels, temperature and humidity to the Azure Digital Twins platform for monitoring by facilities managers. www.sharp.co.uk High speed transfer Meeting the needs of video content creators and business professionals requiring high speed transfer of large data files, the Freecom mSSD Celeritas Thunderbolt 3 Drive boasts respective read/ write speeds of up to 2800 MB/s and 2000 MB/s. At these speeds, it would take just four minutes to transfer 500GB of data to the SSD. The pocket-sized SSD weighs 186g and measures 12.6 x 6.0 x 1.9mm. www.freecom.com Multi-display set-up The NEC MultiSync EA271Q is a Quad HD resolution, 27- inch display for offices, control rooms and trading floors. It comes with a range of connectivity options and ControlSync technology, which enables users to manage settings for up to six displays in a multi-monitor configuration via the master display. Integrated sensors automatically adjust screen brightness according to ambient light conditions and whether a person is present. www.nec-display-solutions.com Going places Epson has launched its smallest and lightest A4 scanners to date. The DS-70 and DS-80W can scan anywhere at speeds of just 4 seconds per page and can handle paper weights from 35gsm to 270gsm. With built-in Wi-Fi, battery and LCD panel, the flagship DS-80W can scan up to 300 pages on a single charge. Both models come with Document Capture Pro 2 and Epson Scan 2.0 software and TWAIN driver support. www.epson.co.uk No privacy, no problem Plantronics Savi 8200 series headsets address the challenges of working in open plan offices. They come with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to reduce noise and distractions, long range DECT audio for freedom to roam, wireless multi-device connectivity and one-touch controls. www.plantronics.com Wireless earbuds for professionals The Jabra Evolve 65t wireless earbuds are specially engineered to meet the needs of mobile professionals. The first true wireless earbuds to attain Skype for Business certification, they feature four-microphone technology for optimal call quality, the ability to send voice commands to digital assistants at the press of a button and a battery life of up to 15 hours. A fast- charge feature provides an additional 1.5 hours of use from a 15-minute charge. Two devices can be connected simultaneously for an easy collaboration experience. www.jabra.co.uk WiFi not needed Offering enhanced portability and performance, the Microsoft Surface Go is now available with LTE Advanced for Business. No longer do workers have to rely on WiFi and potentially unsecure guest Wi-Fi when working away from the office. www.microsoft.com/en-gb