Entries by Danny Hayasaka

Poly Voyager Legend Review

Poly produces some great communications and collaboration devices to include the Poly Voyager Legend series, however, customers are often confused as to which model to order. For today’s blog, I’m going to do a quick break down of the differences. It all starts with connectivity. What are you looking to connect/pair to? If you are […]

Phone or Headset in Lync environment?

June 26, 2014 By Danny Hayasaka I remember the planning days when we decided to make the switch from an old Inter-Tel phone system to Microsoft Lync. Even though we were using headsets attached to our desk phones, we still felt it necessary to provide employees with desk phones and headsets. I believe it took […]

UC or Microsoft Variant when choosing headsets?

By Danny Hayasaka June 12, 2014 More and more organizations have hybrid communications and collaboration platforms that involve many of the major voice and UC platform providers. It’s very rare to find a company that is 100% Microsoft Lync, 100% Cisco, 100% Avaya, etc. The majority have a mix of platforms. Some organizations have two, […]

Which Wireless Headset is the Best?

Which Wireless Headset is the Best? I get this question A LOT! The answer is, “It depends”. There are multiple variables to consider. What are those variables? What are you connecting to? Desk Phone For Remote Answer/Hang Up does your phone support: Handset Lifter or EHS (Electronic Hook Switch) Cable PC/Laptop Which softphone/UC platform? Firmware […]

Jabra Motion Office Review

We received the Jabra Motion Office about a month ago and I was so excited to review and  test this new multi-connectivity wireless offering by Jabra. Two variants: 6670-904-105 Jabra Motion Office 6670-904-305 Jabra Motion Office MS – Optimized for Microsoft Lync (now Skype for Business) What you get in the box:  Jabra Motion headset, […]

Logitech CC3000e Review

By Danny Hayasaka April 7, 2014 I can’t believe I haven’t written about the Logitech CC3000e!? This is a super exciting product. All the buzz these days is “collaboration”. There are numerous web-based collaboration platforms customers are using: Microsoft Lync, Cisco Jabber, WebEx, Bluejeans, Zoom, Skype, Google+ Hangouts, GoToMeeting, Vidyo, etc. There hasn’t really been […]

VXi CC Pro Review

Received VXi CC Pro 4010G Monaural Headset with Jabra QD. In the Bag: Yes, this product does not come in a product box but in a bubble wrap bag much like the Plantronics C300 Series. Inside you have the CC Pro 4010G headset and VXi CC Pro Headset Instructions   Initial thoughts: Looks like solid […]

Jabra Link 265

We received the Jabra Link 265 USB Training-Y for Jabra QD Headsets a little while back however just now getting around to writing about it. In the Box:  Jabra Link 265 USB Training-Y Cable with inline control, Jabra Link 265 Quick Start Guide   Set Up: The Jabra Link 265 is very easy to set […]

VXi ConneXt – Review

By Danny Hayasaka February 26, 2014 Received my VXi ConneXt Deskphone/PC Switch In the Box: ConneXt switch box, Phone to ConneXt cable, ConneXt to USB cable, QD cable (VXi, Plantronics and Jabra QD variants available), Headset Stand, User Guide, Warranty Info card Set Up: Easy. Attach headset stand to the base. Connect QD coil cord […]

VXi VoxStar UC Review

By Danny Hayasaka December 17, 2013 – January 14, 2014 Received the new VXi VoxStar UC Bluetooth Headset and USB Dongle In The Box: VoxStar Bluetooth headset, USB Bluetooth Dongle, ear hook, ear cushions and rings, headband, neckband, USB to micro USB cable, AC power adapter with USB port, VXi VoxStar UC Quick Start Guide […]