| Developers: | Lenovo, Microsoft |
| Date of the premiere of the system: | September 2017 |
| Last Release Date: | 2021/10/25 |
| Technology: | Video conferencing |
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Main article: Types and capabilities of modern VKS systems
2021: As part of the Jabra and Lenovo video conferencing solution
October 25, 2021 Internet- the brand Jabra together Lenovo with presented a solution intuitively with understandable control for holding videoconferences in the negotiating rooms. More. here
2020: ThinkSmart Hub for Hybrid Workstations and Collaboration
On September 28, 2020, Lenovo introduced the next generation of universal conference systems ThinkSmart Hub. The solution features four advanced speakers and microphones to ensure sound quality. The device is connected using a single cable, which allows you to efficiently use the workspace.
According to the company, the next generation ThinkSmart Hub comes with an Intel Core i5 processor with vPro technology and is equipped with a rotating 10.1-inch full HD touch display and brighter LED indicators. ThinkSmart Hub with Intel's built-in platform vPro enables employees to meet securely at Microsoft Teams. ThinkSmart Hub is an easy-to-configure and easy-to-use conference solution.
According to a Lenovo survey, as of September 2020, 52% of employees worldwide expect them to work from home more often than before, and 63% believe that remote work is more productive. However, there are also difficulties - how to find a balance between work and personal life, as well as maintain contact with colleagues. Technologies solve this problem and make meetings as productive as possible, allowing employees to feel the support of colleagues and loved ones.
Lenovo believes that technology should meet the needs of the business and its employees, regardless of where they are. In the long term, either offices will become a meeting place for employees, customers and partners, or companies will begin to implement flexible hybrid work models. However, regardless of the scenario, interaction between people will remain a critical factor.
ThinkSmart Hub is an office collaboration solution that is suitable for events ranging from small meetings to major conferences. Customer feedback analysis allowed Lenovo engineers to develop a versatile solution that is 20% more compact than previous generations.
The ThinkSmart Hub is equipped with four integrated speakers and microphones for sound quality. A 360-degree touchscreen display provides easy access to Microsoft Teams control. The updated hub has a single I/O cable that optimizes power, Ethernet, USB, and display connectivity.
ThinkSmart Hub is protected by Lenovo ThinkShield security and has a three-year Lenovo Premier Support warranty.
2018: ThinkSmart Hub 700
On June 13, 2018, Lenovo demonstrated a portfolio of solutions for equipping meeting rooms, including the software and hardware platform ThinkSmart Hub 700. Solutions for "smart" meeting rooms from Lenovo as a whole help to quickly assemble and hold meetings, focus on the exchange of ideas and creativity.
The ThinkSmart Hub 700 software and hardware platform provides users with the following features:
- Local and remote users can instantly connect and simultaneously share files and content using any wired and wireless devices;
- The intelligent platform, using 6 proximity sensors, identifies the users present and simplifies the connection of their laptops, smartphones and tablets;
- An acoustic system with Dolby Audio technology provides loud and clear sound;
- The platform works consistently with unified communication services such as Skype for Business, Zoom and BlueJeans.
The ThinkSmart software platform is a management console that optimizes collaboration. She:
- Simplifies the connection of users to scheduled and unscheduled meetings and meetings;
- Offers client applications for easy and quick connection and sharing of content;
- Helps administrators support ThinkSmart Hub 700 devices, generating reports on the status of negotiations and real-time information about what is happening.
According to Lenovo, the solution for meeting rooms ThinkSmart Hub 700 with dimensions of 300 × 300 × 88.7 mm and weight of 3 kg is based on the Intel i5-8350U processor vPro and runs on 64-bit Windows 10 IoT Enterprise CBB. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 630, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB integrated SSD ensure that all office applications run quickly and seamlessly. With 2 HDMI inputs and outputs, the device can be easily connected in a variety of intercom configurations. 2 video capture cards, 3 USB 3.0 Type-A ports, and a USB Type-C port for docking. Protection is provided by the Kensington lock connector and the USB port blocking function.
The device supports Wi-Fi 802.11ac/802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC. 4 speakers with Dolby Audio technology and 4 microphones with a wide sensitivity range guarantee good audibility when conducting group teleconferences.
2017: ThinkSmart Hub 500
On September 25, 2017, Lenovo introduced the first video conferencing system (VKS) in its range. We are talking about the Lenovo ThinkSmart Hub 500 device, announced at the Microsoft Ignite 2017 conference (Orlando; September 25-29).
Lenovo ThinkSmart Hub 500 allows companies to conduct virtual meetings through Skype for Business and share content with team members working both at the office and remotely.
The system, developed by Lenovo together with Microsoft, is equipped with an 11.6-inch touch display, which is mounted on a support rotating 360 degrees. The device received many microphones and the Dolby Audio Premium audio system.
One of the advantages of the novelty that developers pay attention to is portability. The device weighs a little, so it is easy to transport to conference rooms.
According to Christian Teismann, Head of Corporate Business at Lenovo Personal Computers & Smart Devices, the ThinkSmart Hub 500 helps solve the problem that could cause companies to lose millions of dollars due to reduced productivity. Organizations need to change the way videoconferences are held, including choosing the right technology that will help quickly start such events, and ThinkSmart Hub 500 is what business needs, Teismann is sure.
According to Lenovo research, about 92% of companies plan to transform the working environment in the direction of smart offices with the involvement of collaboration technologies.
Lenovo ThinkSmart Hub 500 is managed by Windows 10 IoT Enterprise. The equipment will go on sale in the first quarter of 2018. At the end of 2017, pilot tests of the product in companies will begin. The cost of the system is not called.[1]
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