Polycom has a whole new set of products coming out this month. The new products are made exclusively for the Microsoft Office Communicator 2007. ” AKA ” they stole Asterisk and put their name on it :).

The First product is called The PolyCom CX100 Speakerphone.

Features of this phone are:

• High-definition voice technology for high-fidelity sound
• Two high-quality microphones
• Microsoft Office Communicator 2007
• Built-in stereo headphone port
• Connects and powers through USB without drivers

 

 

Integration with Microsoft Office Communicator 2007 - Integrated functionality for handsfree computer calling is optimized to deliver a seamless unified communication experience

 

• Hands-Free Freedom - Untie yourself from your headset for one-on-one calls or group conversations
• High-Fidelity Speaker - High-quality audio for the best possible voice and video calls
• Two High-Quality Stereo Microphones - Make sure others on your call will hear every word clearly, whether you are in an office or a conference room
• Easy to Use - Convenient buttons and integrated functionality with Microsoft Office Communicator 2007 enable you to pick up and hang up calls, control volume, and mute the microphones on the active call. Plug-n-Play capability of USB ensures no driver downloads are required
• Ultimate Portability - The integrated USB cable stores inside the unit so that your Microsoft unified communications experience is portable and convenience

Next we have the Polycom CX200 Desktop Phone. Another phone made for the Microsoft office live communicator.

 

• Telephone peripheral for Microsoft Office Communicator 2007
• Handles phone calls the way that works best for you - handset
• High definition audio for best possible voice and video calls
• Convenient buttons for controlling calls
• USB, driverless plug-and-play installation

Features and BenefitsIntegration with Microsoft Windows® XP and Microsoft Windows Vista™

• Seamless unified communications experience without drivers or software

Hands-Free Freedom

• Headset-free, clear one-on-one calls or group conversations with full duplex speakerphone mode

High-Fidelity Handset and Speaker

• High-quality, high definition wideband audio for the best possible voice call quality

Enhanced Presence Indicator

• Monitor presence status to efficiently route calls

Easy to Use

• Convenient buttons and integrated functionality to pick up and hang up calls, control volume, switch between handset and speakerphone mode and mute the microphone on the active call
• Calls forwarded, voicemail and message waiting indicators keep users up to date with their communication service status
• Plug-and-play operation to a USB port on the PC

Next we have the Polycom CX400

 

This product as well is made for the Microsoft live communications server.

For Microsoft Office Communicator 2007

• Cordless handset for Microsoft Office Communicator 2007
• Polycom HD Voice technology for high-fidelity sound
• Advanced digital wireless technology provides range up to 30-feet
• High resolution color display
• Ideal for desktop or “road warrior” use - no extra cords or battery charger
• Connects and powers through USB
• Integrated with Office Communicator 2007 – Optimized to deliver a seamless unified communications experience

  Cordless convenience – Advanced digital wireless technology with a 33-foot(10 meter) range frees you to move around your workspace

  High-definition audio – High-quality wideband audio for a crystal clear communications experience

  Easy to use – Bright, high resolution color display keeps you informed of call status and convenient buttons enable you to pick up and hang up calls, control volume, mute the microphone and switch to speaker mode

  True USB plug-and-play – No drivers to install

  Hands-free freedom – Use your PC’s speakers or the handset’s headphone port for hands-free calling

  Easy portability – Ideal for desktop or “road warrior” ~ eliminates cord clutter

  PowerPoint slideshow mode – Special mode lets you wirelessly control Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows

  * Audio performance may vary based on PC specifications.

And Finally we have the Polycom CX700 

For Microsoft Office Communicator 2007

• High quality IP phone for use with Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007
• Includes color touch screen with an embedded Microsoft Office Communicator 2007
• Does not require a PC to take advantage of all of the VoIP capabilities of Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007
• Handles phone calls the way that works best for you - handset, full-duplex speakerphone or headset

Features and Benefits

Standalone IP Phone for use with Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007

• Embedded client does not require a PC to make calls, gain access to personal contact information, or other advanced features

High Fidelity Speaker and Microphone

• High definition, wideband audio for the best possible voice call quality, whether in handset, full duplex speakerphone or headset mode

Personal Configuration

• Biometric fingerprint reader or on-screen keyboard to personalize the CX700 with individual communications preferences

Easy Call Management

• Monitor and manage calls through the Microsoft Windows CE-based touch-screen interface
• Click-to-call with name-based calling from a user’’s contact list or call logs
• Enhanced incoming call information lets users quickly decide how to handle a caller.

Enhanced Presence

• On-screen presence status indicators for each of a user’’s contacts
• Ability to set presence state via the touch screen and a large, bright LED shows your current presence state

Ultimate Flexibility

• Use the CX700 in the way that’’s most convenient
  • Access voicemail
  • Plug a wireless headsets into the onboard USB connector or standard RJ-9 jack
  • Type via the on-screen keyboard
  • Connect a computer to the on-board Ethernet port
  • View calendar information on the screen

And that’’s it!.  I hope to have all of these phones in stock at Astawerks.com.  They were supposed to be out already but have gotten delayed.  Stayed tuned here at Astawerks.com for more info!.