HP’s Poly has introduced Bluetooth direct technology to ease connectivity for virtual meetings on Zoom.
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Bluetooth direct technology was previously announced at HP Imagine in the autumn of last year, enabling Poly Voyager headsets to pair with certain HP notebooks.
Now, the leader in video and voice solutions is showcasing this connectivity upgrade for Zoom at Enterprise Connect 2024, which is running from March 25 – 28.
In a company blog post, Helen Sheirbon, SVP and Division President of HP Hybrid Systems, explained how its Bluetooth technology could improve user experiences: “People crave authentic connections, whether through eye contact, body language, or engaging conversations.
“As the hybrid work landscape continues to evolve, it is crucial to integrate technology that keeps people at the forefront of virtual meetings. Our goal is to make hybrid work feel as effortless as possible.
Imagine the convenience of having your headset seamlessly connect to your PC without the hassle of adapters or manual setting adjustments as you start your Zoom meeting.”
Experience Upgrade
The Poly Lens Desktop App comes pre-installed on some HP laptops, which can automatically detect and pair to a Poly Voyager headset. A picture of the headset model will appear to provide users with confirmation that the pairing was successful.
Poly believes this Bluetooth capability will give users total control over call and meeting experiences, with the option to set preferences, use voice prompts, accept calls, access volume and mute controls, and initiate updates with a single click.
Hybrid work transitions can also be managed more efficiently without needing to add and remove dongles or USB adapters.
