Science & Technology
Science and Technology
Science and Technology
Mon, July 12, 2010
Polycom Gives Microsoft Partners a First Look at the Expanded Capabilities of Solutions for Microsoft Communications Server &qu
PLEASANTON, CA and WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - July 12, 2010) - As technology leaders convene in Washington, D.C. for the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) 2010, [ Polycom ], Inc. (
"The once clear lines between voice communications, video conferencing, telecom, and IT are disappearing, as these previously disparate technologies are unifying under groundbreaking platforms like Microsoft Communications Server '14,'" said Garry Reichert vice president of Strategic Partners at Polycom. "With the CX series IP phones profiled at WPC 2010, we are offering real-world solutions for channel partners who are looking to break out of fast-disappearing niches and succeed in a world increasingly defined by end-to-end UC solutions that are complete, compelling and interoperable."
Polycom Solutions Optimized for Microsoft Unified Communications
The Polycom CX series includes two new network-based IP desktop phones ([ CX500 ] and [ CX600 ]) and the industry's first and only IP conference phone ([ CX3000 ]) designed for Communications Server "14." The three new phones offer one of the most robust feature sets available for Microsoft Communications Server "14," including [ Polycom HD Voice ]™ sound quality and the legendary ease of use of Polycom's renowned hardware and ergonomic design.
Polycom will also demonstrate additional [ UC solutions ] that deliver a richer experience with Communications Server "14" including the CX700 IP phone, CX5000 Unified Conference Station and Polycom HDX personal and room-based HD telepresence solutions. In addition, Polycom will show its integration with Microsoft in other areas including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Exchange Server and Microsoft SharePoint Server to simplify the scheduling, joining, recording, streaming and rich content sharing for voice and video meetings. Polycom offers a comprehensive portfolio of integrated solutions spanning voice, video and application integration for Microsoft unified communications.
"At WPC, Microsoft partners from around the world will see how Polycom solutions maximize the reach of Communications Server '14,' while offering one of the highest-quality voice communications experiences delivered from Polycom HD Voice technology," said Kirk Gregersen, senior director of Unified Communications at Microsoft Corp. "Microsoft has worked with Polycom to deliver exceptional voice and video experiences within a unified Microsoft environment. As our partners are learning this week, the CX series is an important part of that portfolio."
CX IP Phones Features
All three new CX IP phones seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Communications Server "14," independent of a PC, to provide enhanced unified communications to a broader set of use cases and environments. Some of the new enhancements include:
- Photo-enabled contact information for easier recognition
- Visual voicemail enables users to easily select only the voicemails they want to hear
- Viewable calendar information on phone and join meetings easily with one-click
- Automatic synchronization of call logs between both the phone and the Communicator "14" PC client, saving users time by reducing the number of look-ups
- Simplified pin authentication for easy sign-in on any device
- "Better together" USB connectivity (CX600 and CX3000) to an associated PC, enabling single sign-in, click-to-dial from a PC and audio coordination between phone and PC.
Partner Opportunities
For WPC 2010 attendees, Polycom will spotlight how its CX series phones enable information workers to access the productivity-enhancing features of Communications Server "14," delivering a personalized phone experience that makes telephony a more effective part of business communications. Polycom also plans to outline the opportunities the CX series offers to Microsoft and Polycom channel partners. For Microsoft partners new to Polycom, the CX line and Polycom's video conferencing and telepresence solutions offer an opportunity to enhance the revenue potential of Microsoft UC sales through a comprehensive hardware, software and services solution. For Polycom partners, the CX series offers a way to solve customers' UC application needs with a unique Polycom solution and benefit from the momentum and new user capabilities surrounding Microsoft Communications Server "14."
Pricing and Availability
Polycom CX series phones are affordably priced from MSRP U.S. $199 for the CX500 IP phone, designed for use in public areas; $299 for the CX600 IP desktop phone; and $849 for the CX3000 IP conference phone. The new phones will be available in the fourth quarter of 2010. To see a demo of the new phones, visit Polycom at WPC booth no. 339.
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