Blackwire 500 Series Provides a rich user experience for todays modern workforce
Business processes and communications are set for a significant change
with advancements such as wearable technology, sensors and contextual
intelligence entering the workplace. Plantronics
(NYSE: PLT) has created state-of-the-art headsets with Smart Sensor™
technology to improve communication in the business environment.
Plantronics’ new versatile Blackwire® 500 Series corded USB headset
incorporates Smart Sensor™ technology enabling users to automatically
connect to PC softphones such as Cisco Jabber™. This means that a call
is answered as soon as the headset is put on, improving productivity and
collaboration, making it the ideal choice for IT department’s UC
deployments.
“There has been a shift in the way offices are now designed, with more
open spaces and increased use of softphone applications, encouraging
collaboration and facilitating a more mobile working environment.” said
Graeme Gherbaz, Managing Director, Plantronics Australia and New
Zealand. “Incorporating Smart Sensor™ technology in many of our headset
offerings including the new Blackwire 500 ensures that users are
equipped with an audio endpoint that does much more than just provide
high quality audio. Smart Sensor™ technology provides contextual
information allowing for intuitive call answering and pausing/restarting
of streaming media, simplifying communications and therefore promoting
efficiency in the office.”
The Voyager
Legend™ UC and Blackwire®
700 Series headsets incorporate greater contextual intelligence
technology, providing professionals with a higher level of presence
accuracy, flexibility and professionalism when on a conference call or
moving about the office. The Smart Sensor™ technology detects when the
headset is being worn and automatically routes the audio - both for
calls and media including iTunes and Spotify - from the mobile phone or
PC to the headset whenever it is put on.
Plantronics’ Software Developers Kit (SDK) makes it possible to create
custom smart applications including a deeper integration to CRM, HRM and
other software programs by leveraging state information from the Voyager
Legend UC headset such as mobile phone caller ID, mobile phone call
state, proximity to a connected PC and headset wearing state. The
Plantronics’ SDK can be accessed through the Plantronics Developer
Connection at http://developer.plantronics.com
Blackwire® 500 Series - Corded Reliability, ready when you are
Featuring Smart Sensor™ technology that intuitively helps users juggle
PC calls and multi-media, the Blackwire 500 series delivers excellent
sound quality with its premium wideband audio. Soft leatherette ear
cushions and a lightweight metal headband allow users to experience a
secure fit without compromising comfort, durability or portability. For
more information, visit -http://www.plantronics.com/au/product/blackwire-500.
Software for Windows and Mac that enhances Plantronics devices can be
downloaded here.
Interested in learning more about Plantronics new Blackwire 500
Series and the abilities of Smart Sensor technology? Visit
Plantronics at Cisco Live in Melbourne, Australia from 6th- 8th March
2013.
Pricing and availability
The Blackwire 500 series is available now and consists of two models
available in either a standard version or an optimised version for use
with Microsoft Lync
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Blackwire 510 single-ear headset, for people who want one ear
uncovered so they can hear what’s happening around them ($116.94 inc.
GST)
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Blackwire 520 dual-ear hi-fi stereo headset, for people who want an
immersive audio experience on calls, or when listening to music or
multimedia ($129.94 inc. GST)
The Blackwire 500 series is available through authorised Plantronics
distributors and resellers. More information is available here.
About Plantronics - Simply Smarter Communications™
Plantronics is a global leader in audio communications for business and
consumers. For 50 years we’ve pioneered innovations in audio technology,
creating solutions that combine superior call clarity and noise
reduction with uncompromising quality and service. Originally designed
for commercial aviation, today Plantronics products are used by every
company in the Fortune 100, as well as by emergency call operators, air
traffic controllers, and consumers around the world. From unified
communications to Bluetooth(R) headsets, Plantronics products allow you
to simply communicate. www.plantronics.com.au.
Plantronics, Blackwire, Simply Smarter Communications, Smart Sensor and
Voyager Legend are trademarks or registered trademarks of Plantronics,
Inc. The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of the mark by Plantronics, Inc. is under license. All other trademarks
are property of the respective owners.
