Logitech is boosting the performance of its video collaboration (VC) devices with the latest CollabOS 1.6 and firmware updates, which include useful enhancements such as expanded mic and camera support, camera speed controls, Local Network Access (LAN) configuration, and auto-rotate features to improve the hybrid meeting experience. The enhancements will make hybrid meetings easier to deploy, manage, and participate in.
CollabOS is a unified operating system that is available on select Logitech video collaboration devices. With CollabOS, these devices work seamlessly together, continuously improve, and are easier to deploy and manage than ever before, enabling everyone to have high-quality, equitable meeting experiences.
The UAE is accelerating its digital transformation efforts, and according to Loubna Imenchal, Head of Video Collaboration at Logitech AMECA, organizations using Logitech solutions will notice that the CollabOS 1.6 update adds more collaborative value to their in-person, hybrid and virtual meetings.” This update will make it easier to deploy new features and create a more seamless atmosphere to leverage one-click content sharing and collaboration.”
Creating more equitable meetings through enhanced video and audio capabilities
In today’s business environment, ensuring equitability in hybrid meetings is critical, which means that every participant should feel and be equally seen and heard whether they are in the office or working from home. Responsive and adaptable video is a must-have in today’s meeting rooms, and Logitech’s CollabOS 1.6 update makes it possible with expanded Mic Pod support, external camera support, and adjustable camera speed controls:
Expanded Mic Pod support: Logitech’s all-in-one VC solution ‘Rally Bar’ can now support up to four Rally Mic Pods, extending the mic range, and modular microphones that suppress background noise, thanks to the latest CollabOS 1.6 update. The Rally Bar Mini now supports up to three Mic Pods, making it ideal for small and medium-sized rooms. Mic Pods make it easier for people who are further away from the camera to contribute to the conversation and be heard by remote participants, as well as bringing mute controls within reach.
External camera support: Zoom Rooms powered by Rally Bar and Rally Bar Mini now allow users to connect an external camera such as a Rally Camera or MeetUp. This gives users the option of switching between the built-in Rally Bar and Rally Bar Mini cameras or these external cameras, giving them unrestricted in-room views. RoomMate, Logitech’s computing appliance that transforms any space into a video conferencing room, now supports up to two external cameras.
RightSight 2 camera speed controls: During video calls, RightSight2 introduced auto-framing technology, which displays both a close-up view of the individual speaker and a view of the entire meeting room. IT administrators can now control how quickly RightSight 2 pans and zooms between speakers in both Speaker View and Group View. This option allows you to accelerate or decelerate camera transitions as different people begin or finish speaking.
Simplifying back-end setups for maximum efficiency
The CollabOS 1.6 update from Logitech simplifies IT operations by removing some of the headaches associated with supporting teams as they return to the office, such as the ability to configure meeting room devices via LAN and auto-rotation functionality for Tap:
Simple LAN configuration: Meeting room devices can be easily configured right out of the box with LAN, which allows access to device settings via a web browser on a computer that is connected to the same network agency. LAN is now available for all CollabOS devices, including RoomMate, Tap Scheduler, and Tap IP, after previously being available only as a beta feature for Rally Bar and Rally Bar Mini. This significantly simplifies setup and deployment of video conferencing cameras and devices.
Auto-rotate for Tap: The Logitech Tap screen can be set to automatically rotate to the correct orientation after updating the Rally Bar, Rally Bar Mini, and RoomMate, whether used on a table, riser mount, or wall mount. This ensures that the screen is always in the proper orientation for users to read.
Availability
The new CollabOS1.6 update is now available worldwide via the Logitech Sync Portal.
As new updates become available, Logitech video collaboration devices can be updated via the Microsoft Teams admin center and Zoom Device Management.
