Zoom is one of the world’s most popular tools for video conferencing. The company has seen astronomical growth in recent years, culminating in massive adoption rates during 2020.
As the demand for remote and virtual work increases, Zoom is at the forefront of the WFH movement. Despite a few initial hurdles with security and privacy, Zoom continues to offer easy-to-use video to businesses of all sizes. Today, the company is taking their remote working solution to the next level, with Zoom for Home.
Zoom for Home is a brand new collection of hardware and software solutions designed for remote work. Created in response to the unique challenges that today’s business leaders are facing, Zoom for Home brings productivity into any office setup.
According to Zoom, “Zoom for Home is a new category dedicated to remote workers. In a time where employers are grappling with what the new normal of work will look like, Zoom for Home elevates employee experiences to connect remotely and be productive.”
Empowering the Future of Work
Studies indicate that the future of work will be a hybrid workplace that combines virtual and in-person experiences.
One study by IBM reveals over 75% of respondents would prefer to continue working remotely after COVID-19 part-time. 54% of respondents want remote working to be their new way of life. Further research from Morning Consult also shows that around half of adults working remote believe virtual meetings to be just as valuable as in-person conversations.
The new Zoom for Home solution will contribute to these evolving workplaces. The first hardware device for the homeworker will be the Zoom for Home DTEN ME. This all-in-one personal collaboration device will include everything the modern employee needs. With a Zoom Meeting license, users can log into one-touch HD video meetings and phone calls instantly.
The DTEN ME device comes with interactive whiteboarding, co-annotation, and content sharing. The 27-inch touchscreen also includes 3 smart cameras and an 8 microphone array. There’s also an ultra-responsive monitor for quicker collaboration.
Zoom told us: “Zoom Phone will be compatible with Zoom for Home software and devices. Users will be able to start and schedule ad-hoc meetings, take and receive phone calls, and virtually collaborate with content sharing and annotation.”
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