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Jabra makes a sound choice as it extends relationship with PTC

One of the world’s leading brands in professional headsets has turned to the power of Creo to push the boundaries of audio excellence.

Jabra, which is part of the global GN Group, has extended its long-term relationship with Reading-based PTC to ensure that its engineering team can continue to turn designers’ sketches into finished products that are used by hundreds of thousands of consumers in the office, home, and music studio every year.

The digital transformation’s specialist software has been the preferred CAD tool for more than five years and this is being driven by industry-leading surface modelling features.

“Once upon a time, a headset was a relatively simple design that was straightforward for both designer and engineer,” said Claus Ellegaard Madsen, Senior Mechanical Engineer at GN, the company behind the Jabra brand.

“Today, the story is different, with modern headsets being based on highly complex, organic designs to ensure the best possible user experience.”

He continued: “As you would expect, our design requirements are increasing all the time, and we wouldn’t be able to do these extremely complex organic designs without the help of Creo and the possibilities it offers in terms of, for example, very complex surface modelling.”

One of Jabra’s overall design philosophies is to have a master model that contains almost all the components in the Jabra universe. This makes it easier for the company to collaborate across the organisation, as all departments refer to the same master and the same data.

“It helps us in the sense that we can further develop on the foundation we already have and reuse the design elements that work well for us – both in terms of optimising the individual designs and minimising the risk of errors,” said Claus.

PTC’s Elliot Clarke added his support: “With ever-increasing customer demands and, therefore an increased focus on design, Creo plays an important role in Jabra’s design phase. The ISDX module in Creo allows design engineers to control everything about surfaces.

“They start with curves, they build surfaces on those curves, and they can really control the flow and curvature of the surfaces as they connect. It’s great to see Jabra utilising these technologies to deliver a best-in-class audio experience to their customers and we look forward to working with them in the future.”

Just a few months ago, Jabra launched its new generation of Elite series of wireless earphones called Jabra Elite 8 Active and Jabra Elite 10.

About PTC

PTC drives industry innovation with proven, award-winning solutions that enable companies to differentiate their products and services, achieve operational excellence and improve employee productivity.

With PTC and its ecosystem of partners, manufacturers can leverage the promise of new technologies to drive their digital transformation – on-premises, in the cloud or via a pure SaaS approach.

For further information, please visit www.PTC.com or www.jabra.co.uk

Creative & Marketing, Creative News, News

Fluid Ideas creates drive-in Derby studio to rival Manchester and London facilities

Creative agency Fluid Ideas has unveiled the latest phase of its expansion – a drive-in studio for filming, photography, recording and events.

The studio, called Flux, features an infinity cove, a fully-functional kitchen set and an audio booth for recording voiceovers and podcasts.

Fluid has invested a six-figure sum to transform a 1,300sq ft building next to its headquarters in a former cotton mill at Darley Abbey Mills, a World Heritage Site on the outskirts of Derby.

Jamie Hovell, an associate partner at Fluid, said the new multipurpose facility – in the old Engine House – gives the Midlands a genuine alternative to Manchester and London for filming, photoshoots and recordings.

“The combination of the drive-in feature, the infinity cove with overhead lighting rig and the kitchen set means we have a distinctive and really versatile space which our team will utilise for client projects,” he said.

“In just 10 weeks, we’ve transformed a vacant and unloved industrial building to create a real point of difference for Fluid and the region, and one which we are confident will appeal to our clients and the wider creative community.

“It’s a spacious open studio with plenty of space for lighting and cameras. The infinity cove is brightly lit and curves into the floor, so there are no corners or shadows. It can easily be repainted according to the colour needs of each client.

“We’d been scoping out places to create a facility of this kind for some time, and visited a number of potential sites before the Engine House became available. It’s the perfect location, and seeing the new space we had envisioned for so long transformed from a blank canvas and spring into life over the weeks has been a real joy.”

Jamie added: “We see Flux becoming a hub in the Midlands. Until now, people have had to travel to Manchester or London for such a facility.

“Now there is somewhere closer to home which businesses, art directors, marketing teams and other agencies can hire for their own projects. It can also be used for off-site meetings, product launches, get-togethers and workshops.”

Joint managing director Phil Harvey and Jamie led the renovation project for Fluid. Associate partner Carrie Gregory led on the branding and interior design. The trio were supported by a wider team including Dan Chadwick, Bec Utley and Liv Beighton to bring the proposition to life.

The drive-in capability of the new studio is aimed at Fluid’s roster of automotive clients, while the high-end kitchen is envisaged for a variety of uses, including food styling and household product photos and videos, recipe guides, and for meetings and events.

Fluid is an award-winning, full-service agency which celebrated its 20th anniversary in November 2023. It has a team of nearly 60 creatives, strategists, developers, designers, artworkers, CGI artists, photographers, copywriters, social media specialists, motion-designers and digital marketeers.

It serves a global client base across sectors including automotive, manufacturing and distribution, education and training, property and developments, health and wellbeing, retirement living, leisure and hospitality, food and drink.

Dan, a partner and art director at Fluid, said: “I think I can comfortably speak for all of us in saying how immensely excited we are about the new opportunities this studio will bring.

“Having a facility of this kind in-house has been a longstanding ambition for Fluid. It looks fantastic and, as well as serving as a catalyst for our own creative aspirations, we envision this space as a dynamic hub for our clients and the wider creative community.

“It’s not just about elevating our offering; it’s about providing a versatile canvas for clients – new and existing – to bring their visions to life, fostering connections and nurturing talent. The prospects and potential are huge.”

AV tech, News

The Power of Audio Meets the Power of Virtual Desktops: EPOS & 10ZiG Announce New Partnership

EPOS headsets and 10ZiG devices partner to set up global end users and IT professionals with premier use-case solutions with powerful audio and VDI.

LEICESTER, UK – EPOS, a global premium brand designing high-end audio solutions for better communication and collaboration, and 10ZiG, a leading provider of virtual desktop endpoint hardware and software, have partnered to deliver EPOS audio devices and management software optimized for 10ZiG Windows 10 IoT Thin Client endpoint devices.

The recent global pandemic set off the largest work-from-home (WFH) transition in the history of doing business and is still shaping how we work today. It only made sense that EPOS and 10ZiG joined forces, so the world could leverage hardware and software for remote and hybrid virtual desktop setups. The EPOS & 10ZiG partnership developed as a perfect duo for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and audio communication, in both office and remote setup solutions. Having the most advanced tools in place, including supportive remote Thin Client endpoints and audio headsets makes for an easier and better user experience for unified communications and related platforms.

EPOS Connect VDI is the client application that enables various asset management features to allow IT managers to administer EPOS audio devices across the entire organization through the intuitive EPOS Manager UI. EPOS Manager is a powerful on-premises or cloud-based IT management solution for managing, updating, and configuring an organization’s EPOS headsets and speaker phones from any location.

From entry-level to high-demand users, 10ZiG Windows 10 IoT Thin Client device models 4610q, 6010q, and 6110, comply and work seamlessly with EPOS headsets and speakerphones, specifically the ADAPT 660. With the EPOS & 10ZiG partnership, businesses can maximize focus and productivity anywhere with the certified combined solutions.

The EPOS product lines offer a range of outstanding features like superb call clarity, stereo sound, adaptive ANC, and a unique UC optimized solution with machine learning enhanced microphone performance. The 10ZiG product lines are a range of x86-based Thin & Zero Client endpoints that include a wide array of hardware options, such as varying display connectivity, Fiber options, free centralized management via the 10ZiG Manager™, and more.

News

EPOS expands partnership with Ingram Micro to the UK & Ireland

For over five years, EPOS and Ingram Micro have partnered to distribute EPOS’ premium products such as the ADAPT 100 and 200 Series, IMPACT 5000, EXPAND and EXPAND Vision Series across European and American regions.

“I’m delighted to announce Ingram Micro as EPOS UK’s new distribution partner” said Jane Craven, Sales Director at EPOS UK. “Ingram Micro already has strong partnerships with EPOS in several countries including the USA, Germany, and Switzerland and are perfectly positioned to handle the ever-growing global distribution demands of our authorised channel partners.”

“We are delighted to welcome EPOS into our comprehensive range of reseller offerings. We follow the same values as EPOS as we believe in empowering businesses around the world to better communicate and collaborate – anytime, anywhere and on any device.” said Ian Aitken, General Manager – Unified Communications & Collaboration at Ingram Micro. “Ingram Micro are looking forward to sharing these advanced and collaborative technologies.”

Learn more about EPOS here.

 

About EPOS

EPOS is an audio and video solution company developing and selling devices for business professionals and the gaming community. Based on leading and advanced technologies, the Danish founded company delivers high-end audio and video solutions with design, technology, and performance as paramount parameters.

The establishment of EPOS is based on the decision to let the business segments of the joint venture – known as Sennheiser Communications – between Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co. KG and Demant A/S evolve in different set-ups. Alongside the introduction of a new own-branded portfolio, EPOS continues to sell the current Sennheiser Communications portfolio co-branded as EPOS I SENNHEISER.

EPOS is part of the Demant Group – a world-leading audio and hearing technology group. As such, it builds on more than 115 years of experience of working with innovation and sound. With headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, EPOS operates in a global market with offices and partners in more than 30 countries.

Find more information at www.eposaudio.com

About Ingram Micro

Ingram Micro helps businesses realize the promise of technology. It delivers a full spectrum of global technology and supply chain services to businesses around the world. Deep expertise in technology solutions, mobility, cloud, and supply chain solutions enables its business partners to operate efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve. Unrivalled agility, deep market insights and the trust and dependability that come from decades of proven relationships, set Ingram Micro apart and ahead. Discover how Ingram Micro can help you realize the promise of technology. Learn more at uk.ingrammicro.eu

News

EPOS Launches First-of-its-Kind Headset with Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team

Collaboration between audio and racing pioneers brings Grand Prix-levels of performance to users everywhere.

Global audio and video brand EPOS today announces the launch of the ADAPT 660 AMC, an EPOS x Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One™ co-branded headset. It is the first headset of its kind in EPOS and Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team’s multi-year partnership. Delivering stellar audio performance, consumers can now claim their stake in a historic collaboration.

A sleek, contemporary headset, the ADAPT 660 AMC is built with quality materials and features new accents in iconic Aston Martin British Racing Green. Padded with premium fabric and leatherette, users can enjoy all-day comfort thanks to an ergonomic and compact design. Whether trackside, on the go, or in the office, the ADAPT 660 AMC provides pristine, uncompromised audio for those who live life in the fast lane.

Rooted in 115 years of pushing the boundaries of innovation and sound, EPOS has long been a top pick for professionals and gamers around the world. Now teamed with Aston Martin’s rich history of high craftsmanship and timeless design, the ADAPT 660 AMC brings rich audio experience to racing fans everywhere.

EPOS President, Jeppe Dalberg-Larsen: “We are thrilled to launch the ADAPT 660 AMC EPOS x Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One co-branded headset. It represents the next step in our journey with Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team and is a milestone in bringing Grand Prix-level technology to the market. Motorsport is about so much more than speed, it’s about testing the limits of possibility through technology, innovation, and state-of-the-art engineering. We’re delighted to bring this product to fans who seek high-end audio solutions in their professional lives.”

Martin Whitmarsh, Group CEO, Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team: “Communication is everything in today’s world. Whether that’s competing across the world with a competitive racing team or collaborating with colleagues virtually, clear and effective communication can be the difference between success and failure. Our partnership with EPOS presents an extraordinary opportunity to deliver the team’s standards of technical collaboration to aspirational, motivated people everywhere.”

A cutting-edge tool for communicators and collaborators, the ADAPT 660 AMC is powered by EPOS AI™, which uses unique machine learning algorithms to take the working experience to the next level. Key features of the headset include:

  • Superb call clarity powered by EPOS AI™ delivers a natural auditory experience
  • Four adaptive ANC microphones monitor a user’s environment and adjust noise reduction in open workspaces, on-the-go, and even when outdoors
  • Dedicated Microsoft Teams function ensures an intuitive and streamlined user experience, optimizing collaborative working
  • Tap and hold to activate Alexa Voice Assistant to stay on top of your day-to-day business
  • Exceptional battery performance lasting 30 hours optimizes the ADAPT 660 AMC for all-day usage

Find more information about the EPOS x Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team ADAPT 660 AMC here.

The EPOS x Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team ADAPT 660 AMC is available to pre-order from the AMF1 Eshop.

News

EPOS: Audio Technology Designed for Hybrid Working is the Smart Investment for any Future-facing Business

Today, many business leaders are embracing a permanent shift to hybrid working, but to make the model truly successful in the mid to long-term they must learn from the experience they gained from the switch to remote caused by the COVID-19 pandemic to date.

In particular, investing in the right technology will be essential to building a long-term hybrid model that works both for businesses and their employees. Audio technology has played a major part in the remote working experience, with research by EPOS and Ipsos showing that in 2021 the average worker spends over 7 hours a week on activities related to sound and meetings, an increase of two hours compared with research conducted by EPOS in 2020.

The EPOS research also revealed a major discrepancy between the expectations of business leaders and employees around where people will be working in the future. More than half of all global decision-makers in workplaces surveyed believe employees will work more from the company address in the future than they do currently, compared with just 26% of employees.

Already many decision-makers are recognizing the importance of audio, with 86% planning to invest in audio in the next year, for example, 32% more employees will be offered headsets or personal speakerphones.

While the hybrid model may mean fewer people commuting every day, the desire to work on the go is unlikely to change and businesses should enable those who want to work on the go with the best possible tools to do so. For those switching regularly between the home, office and elsewhere, flexible audio solutions enable them to make the most of their time. As we move to a hybrid set-up, meetings themselves are likely to become a hybrid experience with video collaborations solutions will become integral to enabling the digital workforce to become more collaborative, instantaneous, and intimate.

“Forward-thinking businesses making hybrid working plans must invest in the right technology to help curb the pain points their employees have been facing and continue to face”, says Jeppe Dalberg-Larsen, President at EPOS. “Audio technology needs to be at the heart of this investment. While we may not know exactly what the future will look like, we know that the workplace is no longer simply a physical space, it is wherever you are. Businesses that succeed in our hybrid world will do so by listening to the needs of their employees, customers, and other stakeholders. Only by doing this can we navigate the hybrid model. By audio technology that performs, wherever and whenever we do business, we can be professional as always.”

Learn more about EPOS here.

About the research

This research was conducted by IPSOS Denmark on behalf of EPOS. The data was collected using Online Computer Assisted Web Interviews (CAWI) between March to the beginning of April 2021. The main target sample consisted of respondents:

  • From the US, UK, France, Germany, Hong Kong, and Singapore
  • Males / females 18-65 y
  • Working in companies with 50+ employees*
  • Decision-makers and end-users of audio solutions
  • Working a minimum of 20 hours per week

About EPOS

Established upon the former successful joint venture between audio specialist Sennheiser and the world-leading hearing technology group Demant, EPOS designs, manufactures and sells pioneering high-end audio and video solutions for business professionals and serious gamers.

Crafted with advanced engineering and pioneering technologies, EPOS offers uncompromised audio and video connectivity that enable business professionals to better communicate and collaborate – anytime, anywhere and on any device. EPOS audio is reliable, easy-to-use, and designed for ultimate comfort.

Owned by the Demant Group and with headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, EPOS builds on more than 115 years’ audio expertise and operates in a global market with offices and partners in more than 60 countries.

Alongside own-branded premium audio and video solutions, EPOS sells co-branded EPOS I SENNHEISER products under a trade license agreement with Sennheiser.

Find more information at www.eposaudio.com