Microsoft has announced a couple of new accessories for PCs. The new products were launched under its Modern line and include headphones, a USB-C speaker, and a webcam.
Microsoft Modern USB Headset and Modern Wireless Headset
Microsoft has two new headphones – the Modern USB Headset and the Modern Wireless Headset. As the name says, one is wired and the other is wireless. Both come in black, have beamforming microphones, and 28mm moving-coil speakers.
The wired one has a USB-A connector and an in-line remote with buttons for volume adjustment, a microphone mute button, and a Microsoft Teams button for easy setup and management.
The wireless version has similar buttons on the earcups but the volume control is via an adjustable right earcup. It also has a status light that shows if your microphone is muted. Microsoft says that battery life is up to 50 hours (30 hours with voice calling on Microsoft Teams).
The wired version works with Windows and macOS devices and is priced at $49.99 while the wireless version adds support for Android and iOS, and will sell for $99.99.
Microsoft Modern USB-C Speaker
The Microsoft Modern USB-C Speaker is designed for meeting rooms or use case scenarios where more than one person is on a Teams call. It connects via USB-C and has the same buttons as the in-line remote of the wired headset.
The speaker has a 50mm full-range driver and two omnidirectional microphones. It is covered in black fabric and has a 68 centimeter-long cable. The Modern USB-C speaker is compatible with Windows and macOS devices. It is priced at $99.99.
Microsoft Modern Webcam
The Modern Webcam comes in black too. It features high-quality videos with HDR and True Look and also has autofocus. The camera can record in 1080p and has a 78° field of view. There is also a privacy shutter that you can slide over the lens when not in use. It can be attached to your monitor, laptop, or tripod. It connects to your device via a USB-A cord.
Microsoft has put a price tag of $69.99 on the webcam and just like the other accessories, it will be available in June.
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