Habitech adds Wyrestorm Apollo conference hubs

Value-added distributor Habitech is expanding its range of commercial networking and collaboration tools, with Wyrestorm’s Apollo line of conferencing hubs.

The Apollo Unified Communication (UC) range comprises three speakerphone models, compatible with all major conference platforms. Designed for 360-degree communication, Apollo is targeted at a variety of workplaces, from small huddle spaces to larger conference rooms.

The range comprises the entry-level APO-100-UC, mid-range APO-200-UC and premium APO-210-UC

All three share the same streamlined polygonal design with integral mic array and 10W speaker, but offer incrementally more expansive video sharing capabilities. Both the APO-200 and 210 support simultaneous transmission from two independent video devices in a split-screen view using a combination of wired or wirelessly connected laptops, tablets, or smartphones.

The APO-100 is designed for smaller huddle spaces. It connects via USB to a laptop for instant plug-and-play operation, with no drivers or extra software required. The USB-C connection supports up to 4K/30 4:4:4 8bit video content from compatible devices such as phones, tablets, laptops to a conference display, via HDMI out, while a USB-A Display Link connection handles up to 1080p/60 from a peripheral conference camera.

DisplayLink technology allows the USB-C connection to support both native USB-C source devices and standard USB-A connections from laptops for video transmission and data.

A step up, the APO-200 is a conference speakerphone and presentation switcher in one. It comes with a broader range of connectivity options for video transmission via local USB-C or HDMI, or wirelessly with Miracast or AirPlay; the APO-200 allows up to two devices to share and display content simultaneously. It also supports CEC control.

The top of the range APO-210 adds a Class B HDBaseT output, in addition to the HDMI output, for larger dual-screen meeting spaces.

All Apollo models feature a premium 360° omni-directional microphone array with echo cancellation. A10 W speaker provides clear audio delivery, even in the larger rooms. Capacitive touch buttons on the top of the speakerphone control volume, mute microphone and mute video.

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