25th January 2011:
The 16 Best HD Videoconferencing Solutions launched in 2010 (Editor's Choice) - 10. The LG executive HD video conferencing system - a 24-inch display powered by a LifeSize codec
24 January 2010. LifeSize Communications, a division of Logitech, collaborated with LG Electronics to introduce a 24-inch HD display that includes a videoconferencing system.
The LG executive conferencing system, powered by LifeSize, was made available globally in the third quarter of 2010 priced at $2,999
The LG executive conferencing system, powered by LifeSize, is easy to deploy and fully interoperable with industry standards, enabling executives, remote office employees and teleworkers to connect face to face with anyone, anywhere.
The LG executive conferencing system is amazingly easy to use. Setting up the system takes minutes and only requires the connection of two cables. Designed to fit into the natural desktop-based workflow, the intuitive LifeSize graphical interface allows users to easily switch the system between HD video conferencing and PC monitor functionality. The LG executive conferencing system boasts a sleek form factor and can deliver:
- Point-to-point HD video calls at 720p30 HD resolution with integrated 720p HD camera, microphone array and premium speakers.
- Fully integrated HD video and wideband audio system in a premium 24-inch display with 1920 x 1080 HD resolution. - Broad interoperability with video communications systems and IP/PBX installations allow this video conferencing system to be connected to mainstream Unified Communications technologies from vendors such as Alcatel-Lucent, Asterisk, Avaya, Broadsoft, Cisco, Microsoft and Shoretel.
Jeff Dowell, VP of Digital Signage, LG Electronics, said:
"Our guiding principle with the LG executive conferencing system was to develop an attractive solution that makes communicating with other video users simple. The integration of LG HD display technology with LifeSize's innovative HD video communications technology results in a natural extension of the high-quality, immersive experience of LifeSize room-based and telepresence systems."
Craig Malloy, CEO of LifeSize Communications, said:
"As more people recognize the value of video communications to improve collaboration and productivity, audio conference calls are becoming a thing of the past. LG's executive conferencing system is more than a solution that streamlines the HD video communications experience – it is one leap closer to our vision of a world where HD video communication is as mainstream and seamless as a telephone call."
The LG executive powered by a LifeSize codec is an affordable, quality HD videoconferencing solutions for the Desktop. It is certainly one of “The Best High Definition Videoconferencing Solutions of 2010.”