Tag: #WorkSmarter

  • Smarter Hybrid Work: Jabra Launches Evolve3 Series and PanaCast Room Kit

    Smarter Hybrid Work: Jabra Launches Evolve3 Series and PanaCast Room Kit

    As the world continues to navigate ongoing economic pressures, including concerns around oil supply and rising fuel costs, many governments are encouraging businesses to adopt hybrid work arrangements as a way to support operational efficiency and reduce commuting demand. In Malaysia, the Government has introduced such measures for civil servants, including ministries, government agencies, and government-linked companies.

    This shift towards more flexible work models is further supported by a global Zoom survey, which found that 75% of employees believe their current remote or hybrid work tools require improvement, while 72% are calling for increased investment in new workplace technologies.

    In response to these evolving demands, Jabra, a global leader in professional audio and video solutions, continues to enhance its hybrid work portfolio. Designed to support everything from individual focus work to full-room collaboration, its latest innovations prioritise clear communication, mobility, and scalable deployment across organisations.

    Today, Jabra introduces two key additions to its hybrid work ecosystem: the Jabra Evolve3 headset series and the Jabra PanaCast Room Kit.

    The Jabra Evolve3 series represents a new generation of professional headsets designed to address ongoing challenges in virtual communication. According to Jabra’s Certification Study (2023), 83% of knowledge workers report that poor audio quality negatively affects online meetings, with call clarity identified as the most common issue in headset usage. Despite this, 46% of professionals still rely on consumer-grade headsets, which may not meet the requirements of professional-grade communication in terms of clarity, comfort, and compatibility.

    The Jabra Evolve3 series is purpose-built for hybrid professionals who move between office, home, and mobile environments. It is available in both over-the-ear (Evolve3 85) and on-the-ear (Evolve3 75) variants, featuring a discreet boomless design powered by next-generation audio intelligence.

    At the core of the series is Jabra ClearVoice technology, supported by deep neural network (DNN) models trained on more than 60 million real-world sentences. This allows the system to isolate the user’s voice from background noise without the need for a visible boom microphone. Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) further enhances performance by adjusting dynamically to the user’s environment and headset fit, ensuring clearer audio during calls and media use.

    As workplace communication becomes increasingly mobile, voice interaction is also gaining importance. Research indicates that voice input can be up to three times faster than typing, making accurate speech capture essential for professionals working in dynamic or screen-free environments. The Evolve3 series is designed with this in mind, offering extended battery life and fast-charging capabilities to support full-day usage.

    Shared key features across both Jabra Evolve3 85 and Evolve3 75 include a boomless AI-enhanced multi-microphone system powered by Jabra ClearVoice, Adaptive ANC during calls, Spatial Sound for a more natural audio experience, up to 37 hours of battery life with 10-minute fast charging providing up to 10 hours of use, secure Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity with Google Fast Pair and no dongle requirement, UC certification for leading virtual meeting platforms, and configuration and updates via the Jabra Plus mobile app.

    The Evolve3 85 (over-ear) model is designed for maximum immersion and noise isolation, making it suitable for professionals working in louder environments. It offers up to 25 hours of call time or up to 120 hours of media playback (with ANC and busylight off), along with 10-minute fast charging for up to 10 hours of use. It also features a foldable design and compact carrying case for portability.

    The Evolve3 75 (on-ear) model provides a lighter and more breathable fit, ideal for hybrid workers who require greater situational awareness. It delivers up to 22 hours of talk time or up to 110 hours of media playback (with ANC and busylight off), along with the same 10-minute fast-charge capability for extended daily use. Its more compact form factor makes it suitable for frequent travel and mobility.

    Complementing its personal audio solutions, the Jabra PanaCast Room Kit extends intelligent collaboration into meeting rooms of all sizes. Designed for plug-and-play deployment and scalable configurations, the system delivers consistent video and audio performance for medium to large meeting spaces.

    The kit is available in configurations supporting one, three, or five cameras, allowing organisations to match coverage to room size and layout while maintaining a consistent user experience across locations. Built on Jabra’s panoramic video technology and multi-camera intelligence, the system automatically frames speakers and captures the entire room. Integrated audio ensures remote participants can clearly hear discussions from any position, supporting a more inclusive meeting experience.

    The Jabra PanaCast Room Kit includes the Jabra PanaCast 50 VBS, a video bar that supports extension audio and multi-camera setups, delivering 180-degree panoramic video with intelligent framing and edge AI features. It also includes the Jabra PanaCast SpeakerMic, an extension microphone that captures voices evenly across the room while providing intuitive meeting controls. In addition, the system features an expandable multi-camera setup powered by Huddly Crew technology, enabling intelligent speaker tracking and dynamic framing based on active speakers.

    Across Asia Pacific, organisations are increasingly investing in workplace technologies that balance flexibility with performance. According to the Jabra Knowledge Worker Study conducted with the London School of Economics, 60% of professionals expect voice to become the primary interface for workplace technology within the next three years. By integrating intelligent personal audio with scalable room-based video systems, Jabra aims to deliver a unified ecosystem designed for the evolving needs of hybrid teams.

    “From individual workspaces to full meeting rooms, organisations across APAC need collaboration technology that is reliable, adaptable, and built to scale,” said Melvin Phun, Country Manager at Jabra Malaysia. “With Jabra Evolve3 and the Jabra PanaCast Room Kit, we continue to strengthen our leadership in professional audio and video solutions for the next generation of work.”

    Jabra Evolve3 85, priced at MYR 3,000, is now available via Jabra’s official Shopee and Lazada stores. Jabra Evolve3 75, priced at MYR 2,300, is also available through the same channels. The Jabra PanaCast Room Kit, priced from MYR 35,000 to MYR 75,000, is expected to be available in Malaysia in Q2 2026.

  • Boosting Productivity with Ease: Unlocking the Power of Galaxy AI

    Boosting Productivity with Ease: Unlocking the Power of Galaxy AI

    In today’s fast-paced world, balancing a demanding work schedule or intensive study sessions often requires juggling countless tasks and adapting to unexpected challenges. True productivity, however, is not about working longer hours but about working smarter so that you can focus on what really matters.

    This is the second part of a three-part series on how Galaxy AI transforms everyday life. Here, we explore how Galaxy AI becomes an intuitive ally, empowering you to handle each task with greater ease and efficiency while reducing stress.

    One of the most time-consuming parts of work and study life has always been taking notes or transcribing conversations. Whether in the office, the classroom, or even while planning a trip with friends, the process of manually writing down everything that was said can be exhausting. With Transcript Assist, that challenge is eliminated. The feature can transcribe recordings and transform them into smart summaries, creating concise notes that are easier to review. It can also suggest reminders and schedules based on the content of your conversations so that you and your collaborators stay perfectly aligned. Complementing this is Note Assist, which helps distill large amounts of information into clear insights, offering condensed summaries and even translations into different languages. Notes can also be reformatted according to personal preference, ensuring a seamless workflow across teams and individuals.

    Staying focused throughout the day can be difficult when your phone constantly bombards you with notifications. Galaxy AI addresses this with Now Brief, which provides a personalized rundown of your day in a clean, contextual snapshot. Instead of being overwhelmed by fragmented alerts, you can glance at your device and see a thoughtful briefing tailored to your location, calendar, and priorities. With this feature, you gain the clarity needed to cut through distractions, focus on important tasks, and make better decisions.

    Daily life is full of small decisions that, when combined, can drain your energy. Something as simple as choosing an outfit can become a distraction when your mind is busy with more pressing concerns. Galaxy AI makes this easier through Gemini Live. By scanning your wardrobe with your camera, the feature can suggest ways to organize clothing, optimize space, or even provide style advice while shopping online. Since Gemini Live responds in real time and can see what you see, it feels like a helpful friend who is always ready to assist.

    These tools come together seamlessly on the latest Galaxy devices. The Galaxy Z Fold7 introduces One UI 8 on Android 16, designed to provide an expansive and immersive way to interact with Galaxy AI across its foldable display. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip7 offers a more compact experience, delivering convenient access to features like Gemini Live and Now Brief directly on the FlexWindow, perfect for one-handed use.

    With Galaxy AI, productivity becomes effortless. From transcribing important discussions to managing your schedule, from cutting through distractions to simplifying everyday choices, the experience of getting things done becomes smoother and smarter. By pairing advanced AI with innovative hardware, the Galaxy Z Series offers a true companion for modern life.

    To learn more about Galaxy AI, visit https://www.samsung.com/my/galaxy-ai/ or purchase the Galaxy Z Series today to experience the future of productivity in your hands.

  • Experience the Power of AI: Try Google Gemini Advanced Free on Galaxy S25

    Experience the Power of AI: Try Google Gemini Advanced Free on Galaxy S25

    The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is more than just a smartphone it’s a bold step into the future of AI. Unveiled during Samsung’s Unpacked 2024 event, the S25 Ultra is now supercharged by Google Gemini, a cutting-edge AI system rapidly gaining traction in the tech world. When combined with the advanced hardware of the Galaxy S25 Ultra and the smooth functionality of One UI 7, Gemini transforms the device into a smart companion designed to streamline your daily life.

    At its core, Gemini offers users a reliable personal AI assistant, but with Gemini Advanced, the experience becomes even more powerful. Users can upload and analyze up to 1,500 pages of documents, a significant leap from the 50-page limit in the base version, making it easier to extract insights and manage complex data just like having a digital research assistant. Subscribers also get access to premium features in Google Workspace apps like Gmail and Google Docs, helping boost creativity, automate workflows, and enhance productivity.

    As a special bonus, owners of the Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra can enjoy a 6-month trial of Google One AI Premium, which includes Gemini Advanced and 2TB of cloud storage, at no charge until January 31, 2026. After the free trial ends, the subscription renews automatically at RM97.99 per month, unless cancelled.

    To read the full terms of the offer, visit:
    https://one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/samsung-s25-6month-trial?g1_landing_page=0&otzr=1

    To purchase the Galaxy S25 Series, head to:
    https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s25-ultra/buy/