Eric Yuan, CEO, Zoom Video Communications
Source: CNBC
As remote work continues to show no signs of disappearing, Zoom, which has already established itself as a leading video conferencing platform, is expanding to hardware.
Their first device, the $ 599 Home Zoom – DTEN ME is an “all-in-one personal collaboration device” that will allow users to create a more immersive workspace in their home offices. The device, created by Zoom partner DTEN, is a 27-inch display with three wide-angle cameras, eight microphones, and a touchscreen. It is very similar to other video chat devices such as Google’s Nest Hub, Facebook’s Portal and Amazon’s Echo Show. But those devices are much cheaper than the Zoom offer. Google’s Nest Hub is as cheap as just $ 90, for example.
The standalone device, essentially a large tablet the size of a computer, will work with an existing Zoom account and provide access to standard Zoom features. Users will be able to start meetings, make calls, and take advantage of interactive annotations. The device will also allow users to sync their calendars, meeting settings, and phones.
The new Zoom device is available for pre-order now, and the company expects to start shipping it in August.
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