Cisco’s new Webex devices target remote workspaces, hotdesking

Cisco’s new Webex devices target remote workspaces, hotdesking

Cisco has added three new products for its Webex collaboration platform - Webex Desk Camera, Webex Desk Hub and Webex Desk.

The future of work and smart workplaces will involve a combination of remote and on-site interactions, known as hybrid-work. As the hybrid workplace takes shape, it's important that for employees to have access to seamless, smart digital experiences whether at home or in the office.

The Webex Desk Camera comes with facial recognition and occupancy metrics and can be used both at home or the office. New features include the ability to mute and unmute the microphone with a simple gesture“”without ever touching your computer. Part of the Webex platform, the Webex Desk Camera can be managed by IT wherever users sit.

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The Webex Desk Hub is designed for hotdesking, offering video meetings and phone calls. The device also allows users to pair, charge, and connect other collaboration devices such as a camera, headset, display, laptop and mobile. Also, Webex Desk Hub lets users reserve a desk using their laptop, badge or cell phone to authenticate identity. For IT, the Webex Desk Hub gathers real-time environmental data, occupancy, and desk