The Poly Voyager Focus UC was launched in late 2015. It set the standard for enterprise headset by offering a comfortable headset with the headband and sling design along with including active noise canceling (ANC) speakers. The Voyager Focus UC has been an extremely popular and a favorite, top-selling headset. According to Persona Research October 2020 Factworks, 94% of workers experience ambient noise during calls – this is up from 71% in 2017. The new Poly Voyager Focus 2 headset creates a “focus zone” around the user thanks to the latest digital Hybrid ANC with three level settings that allow the user to select the right level of noise reduction based on their current environment. The pro-grade microphones with Poly’s Acoustic Fence technology provides 200% better transmit noise reduction compared to the Voyager Focus UC (according to Poly).
A great feature the new Poly Voyager Focus 2 provides is the ability to use as a corded USB audio device. However, with the extended talk time of up to 19hrs, not certain when that will be needed but it’s a nice option to have.
To provide even greater flexibility and connectivity options, Poly offers the Voyager Focus 2 Office variants that allow users to connect to a desk phone, computer, and mobile phone. The Voyager Focus 2 UC variants support computer and mobile phone connectivity.
These models are ideal for professionals on calls all day in noisy home or office environments looking for a premium solution.
Poly Voyager Focus 2 Hero
Poly Voyager Focus 2 Features
The ultra-comfortable headband with sling ensures that the weight of the headset is evenly spread across the head – making it comfortable for all day use.
The plush ear cushions mold to the user’s ear for greater comfort
With up to 19 hours of talk time it can be used all day – for both work and leisure.
With the audio over USB mode – if users forget to charge their headset they can simply plug in and use as a corded headset – the best of both worlds.
The Digital Hybrid ANC reduces the background noise so users can stay focused on the task in hand and not be distracted.
The discreet microphone boom with acoustic fence technology ensures that any background noise is not heard by the far end. The noise-canceling works so well it meets the requirements of Microsoft Teams open office premium microphone specification.
Poly Voyager Focus 2 Specifications
Connectivity
Voyager Focus 2 UC: PC via included BT700 Bluetooth adapter or via USB cable; smartphone via Bluetooth
Voyager Focus 2 Office: PC via USB-A cable, desk phone via include cable; smartphone via Bluetooth. Headset can also connect to PC via included USB cable
Wireless
Bluetooth 5.1
Class 1, Multipoint connectivity, headset connect to two devices at the same time, remembers up to 8 devices
Supported Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Range
Voyager Focus 2 UC: up to 50 m/164 ft
Voyager Focus 2 Office: Up to 91 m/300 ft
Wired
Connect to PC via included micro USB cable with audio over USB mode
ANC Technology
Digital Hybrid ANC using two digital MEMS microphones and 2 analog ECM microphones with three user settings (Off/low/high)
Talk/Listen Time
Talk Time: Up to 19 hours (ANC off), Up to 16 hours (ANC on)
Listening Time: up to 40 hours (ANC Off), up to 24 hours (ANC On)
Charge Time: 2 hours for a full charge
Standby Time: up to 30 days
Smart Sensors
Answer calls by simply putting on the headset, mute by taking the headset off and pause/resume music
Microphone and Technology
Discrete noise canceling boom with Acoustic Fence technology to Microsoft Teams Open Office Premium microphone.
Smart discrete microphone boom: wear on either side and maintain location of R/L stereo. Rotate boom up to mute and down to unmute.
Headset Controls and Lights
Call answer/end, mute, volume +/-, power ON/OFF/PAIRING, ANC: Off, low, high
Online Indicator – Two LED indicators on speaker housing shows in a call status.
Stay comfortable during a full day of calls wearing an ultra-comfortable headband with sling and plush ear cushions
Enjoy the simplicity of an easy-to-use headset with smart sensors for answering calls, pausing music and instantly muting calls.
Give those around you a visual cue that you’re busy—an online ear cup indicator flashes when you’re on a call.
It just works—the smart microphone boom automatically maintains left and right audio no matter which side the headset is worn.
In Conclusion
Poly has done a great job of keeping up with the changing landscape of business communications. In today’s hybrid work world, noise can come colleagues in an open office or a blender in the kitchen from your home office. The need for a headset that will perform regardless of work environment is essential. The Poly Voyager Focus 2 with digital hybrid ANC speakers, microphone with Acoustic Fence technology, and the ability to support multi-connectivity is a solid choice. Watch the video below to see the Voyager Focus 2 in action in an office, on top of a tower and at the beach! To learn more about Poly Solutions for your various work environments, contact us!
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