With so many devices available for the Microsoft Teams ecosystem, choosing the proper devices is important if you want to make the most out of all your technologies.
The Teams software is one of the leading platforms that is empowering collaborative work groups to work more efficiently together, but in order to be efficient, your workgroups still need the right tools so they can successfully leverage the environment.
One of the best ways you can make sure you are choosing the right devices for the Teams ecosystem is to look for devices that meet the standards of the Microsoft Teams certification program. Microsoft created this program in order to help customers define endpoints and solutions that are capable of giving the users outstanding video, audio, and user experiences for any business.
This post will go over some of the best Teams-certified devices for users that utilize the Android operating system. All the tools mentioned are designed to run using Android’s OS software while also working natively with all Microsoft Teams features.
Read on to learn more!
Yealink MP52 for Microsoft Teams
Phones are a necessity in any business, but you’re going to want something with more features than call, voicemail, and transfer.
As of July 2022, the Yealink MP52 has remained one of the leading solutions for businesses that are in the market for functional, powerful performing IP phones within the Microsoft Teams ecosystem.
The Yealink MP52 is packed full of useful features and is powered by a mix of the Microsoft Teams environment and Android technology to offer its users an exceptional and simple communication experience.
Not only does this phone offer an exceptional and simple communication experience, but it also has a focus point on outstanding audio too. The phone uses Yealink Optima HD voice along with Noise Proof technology so that you can be confident that your team members are engaged in high-quality business interactions no matter where they are.
The Mp52 also features easy-to-use navigational buttons on the face of the phone, a screen that can be used to navigate the Teams interface, as well as options that can allow you to connect the device to a Bluetooth or USB headset. The headset doesn’t need to come from Yealink, but you can check out Yealink headsets here.
Lenovo ThinkSmart View
The Lenovo ThinkSmart View was designed with a focus on video-prioritized environments. The ThinkSmart View is an all-in-one display that boasts powerful speakers and set-off far-field microphones. Accompanying the audio and sound technology is also a built-in HD camera that allows the user to access fast and simple video meeting features through Microsoft Teams.
This tool is a great way to free up the amount of laptops and PCs needed for calls and meetings so your employees can remain at a high productivity level. Microsoft Teams is built-in to it, and it also allows user to access Cortana.
These AI capabilities mean that users can access all their information on their position’s to-do list by just using their voice. The ThinkSmart View also boasts built-in security measures on top of Teams’ security features, so you’ll have no worries about your employees and their sensitive work information falling victim to a data leak/breach.
Neat Bar and Neat Pad
The Neat Bar is an Android-powered collaboration bar that was designed to work together with Microsoft Teams. Today, it remains one of the most powerful devices for hybrid meetings.
The Neat Bar is easily deployed with plug-and-play technology and is incredibly easy to use. It brings high-level video and audio to any meetings or focus rooms you may have. Not only is it easy to use, but the solution also comes standard with an elegant, dynamic touchpad for user control.
This solution has a rather standout effect in meeting rooms. The Neat Bar offers a sleek and innovative speaker design that enhances your audio’s tonal range while working simultaneously to reduce distortion.
Similarly to other solutions, the Neat Bar has a built-in camera system that allows everyone involved in the meeting to feel like they are included no matter where they are.
Additionally, the Neat Bar offers an 8-inch controller that is capable of integrating directly with Microsoft Teams so that the environment is easy to use for beginners, new hires, or veteran employees who are switching over to new devices.
Poly Studio X30
Another great choice for businesses looking for an all-in-one, Android-supported meeting room is the Poly Studio X30. This technology comes pre-built with Microsoft Teams support, a beamforming microphone setup, and a strong acoustic chamber. It also pairs well with the Poly TC8 tabletop touch console.
Built in the shape of a video bar, this piece of video tech brings outstanding innovation in an incredibly compact design. It’s easy to install and boasts Poly-signature audio, noise cancellation, automatic gain control, and echo cancellation. This solution can even register non-speech-related audio and remove it so that the content in the meeting is clearer.
Yealink MeetingBar A20
The Yealink MeetingBar A20 was designed to enhance and optimize smaller meeting spaces while being deployed with simple plug-and-play features.
This device is an all-in-one video solution that integrates everything a user needs for end-to-end collaboration inside of one cohesive environment. Some features include a top-tier 20-megapixel, 133 field of view camera lens that comes equipped with AI technology, as well as an 8 MEMS microphone array.
Additionally, this Android tool offers a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, allowing your employees to have a quick and convenient experience during any meeting inside of a smaller room. The solution can also be controlled remotely or via the touch panel that it comes with. The MeetingBar A20 also comes pre-installed with Yealink’s noise-proofing technology so that users can reduce the number of distractions inside the meeting environment.
If you’re wanting to take a deeper dive into this award-winning piece of technology, read about it on our blog here.
Crestron UC-P8-T-HS
The Crestron UC-P8-T-HS is a top-of-the-line VoIP desk phone that compliments the Microsoft Teams ecosystem. This phone is an all-in-one endpoint that offers its users premium voice calling and hands-free full-duplex conferencing. The face of the phone comes with a simple touchscreen that you can manage Teams meetings and conversations from by pressing just a few buttons.
This phone also comes with built-in contact management features, calendar tools, and functions for a one-touch meeting join. The UC-P8-T-HS is Android-powered and optimal for employees who have positions that require modern-day desk phones.
It also boasts certain accessibility features like a hearing-aid compatible headset. Finally, this phone can support both wired and Bluetooth headsets so that it can accommodate its users’ preferences.
Logitech Roommate
The Logitech Roommate was designed as a collaborative device for the common meeting room. It runs on the Android-powered technology known as CollabOS, which allows the users to deploy Microsoft Teams Rooms no matter where they are.
The device is flexible and incredibly easy to use while allowing you to get the most out of your Microsoft Teams investment.
With the Roommate, you can also connect the modular Rally system that Logitech offers. You can also use the MeetUp system if you’re looking to build a complete meeting room. The overall construction of the device is flexible and sleek, so you’ll be able to install it discreetly in any part of any meeting room.
EPOS Expand Vision ET
The EPOS Expand Vision ET was designed as a high-performance video conferencing system for small meeting rooms. It’s simple to set up, offers premium audio capabilities, and integrates directly with Microsoft Teams to provide a convenient and high-quality meeting area.
Additionally, the EPOS Expand Vision ET offers an HD video camera, noise cancellation, voice pickup, Sony sensor, wide-angle 4k resolution, and tremendous audio delivered through the Expand SP 30T. This solution automatically updates its software while boasting other control features like remote device management, provisioning, and a one-touch join feature.
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