Poly Reinforces its Position as an End-to-End Solution Provider for Microsoft Teams with its Latest Video, Voice, Headset and Service Solutions Optimized for Teams

SINGAPORE - MediaOutReach - 5 November 2019 - Plantronics, Inc. ("Poly" -- formerlyPlantronics and Polycom) (NYSE: PLT),a global communications company that powers meaningful human connection andcollaboration, will introduce video conferencing devices with a built-inMicrosoft Teams experience at Microsoft Ignite 2019. The Poly Studio X Series, purpose-built, all-in-one video barsfor Microsoft teams, will offer a native Teams meeting and calling experience andare among a host of Poly solutions built for Teams that the company will demonstrateat the show.

The Poly StudioX Series consists of two new video bars designed for small rooms, the Poly StudioX30 and Poly Studio X50. The Poly Studio X Series are purpose-built appliances thatwill run the Teams application natively.

The Studio XSeries supports 4K Ultra high definition (UHD), advanced noise suppression andunmatched video production rules to improve all aspects of the meetingexperience. Set-up requires a single power-over-ethernet cable. Users canchoose to control the Studio X Series with the new Poly TC8 touch screen.

The award-winningPolyStudio, a plug-and-play USB video bar for small huddlerooms, is now certified forMicrosoft Teams. The Poly Studio USB video bar features room-filling audio, a4K HD camera with built-in speaker tracking and framing, as well as support forremote cloud management for ongoing updates and configuration. The Poly Studiois currently available worldwide.

"Whenever andwherever people connect with Microsoft Teams, we will be there to provide thebest-in-class audio, video and voice endpoints to make the experience that muchbetter," said Joe Burton, president and CEO at Poly. "We deliver everything youneed on the journey to transition to Teams."

Ilya Bukshteyn,partner director, Teams devices, Microsoft Corp. said, "We're pleased to partnerwith Poly on a range of Microsoft Teams solutions -- from video conferencing, toheadsets, to desk and conference phones, to services. Poly is a one-stop-shopfor Teams users that need to communicate and collaborate from anywhere and withanyone."

"ThePoly Studio X Series devices take simplicity to the next level," said Ira M.Weinstein, managing partner at analyst firm Recon Research. "These sleek,all-in-one devices include mics, speakers, and camera, and come pre-loaded withthe Microsoft Teams application. No software to load. From the box to ahigh-quality meeting room video conferencing experience in just a few minutes.This is a job well done."

ShowcasingEnd-to-End Solutions for Teams

Poly will also showcaseits industry-leading voice, headset and service offerings to support Teams atMicrosoft Ignite in the Poly booth (#2349):

• ThePoly CCX Series -- Poly's native Teams phones, are sleekbusiness desk phones that combine a native Teams solution with premium voicequality. Three models, the CCX 400, CCX 500 and CCX 600, Teams contact lists,calendar, and meetings. The CCX 400 delivers a cost-effective native Teamsexperience for the cost-conscious end-user, while themore premium CCX 500 and CCX 600 models power productivity with Poly HD Voice, Bluetooth,and intuitive color touch displays. The CCX 600 features a larger seven-inchdisplay and integrated 802.11 Wi-Fi support. The CCX 500 will be available inselect Asia Pacific countries from December 2019 and the CCX 400 and CCX 600will be available in Asia Pacific in 2020.
• The Calisto3200 optimized for Teams -- Announced today, Poly's first native Teamspersonal speakerphone allows you to take conference calls anywhere. This plug-and-playportable speakerphone features 360-degree audio for outstanding soundno matter where you are working. The single touch of a button invokes the Teamsapp on a PC and makes for easy communication and collaboration. Available inAsia Pacific in 2020.
• Voyager Office Series optimized forTeams -- Poly will preview a new version of its highly popular Voyager 4200 andVoyager 5200 products for in-office mobile professionals seeking versatileconnectivity options to desk phone, smartphone or computer. Available in AsiaPacific in 2020.
• PolyManaged Service for Teams --Poly has introduced Poly Managed Service for Teams. The hosted service aims to accelerateTeams adoption in enterprises worldwide with a range of managed services tosupport enterprises on their entire Teams journey. These services includeidentifying the most effective way for customers to migrate from legacy platforms,to Teams, the provisioning of endpoints and licenses, the end-to-end deploymentof Teams, adoption, training and change management, as part of the ongoingmanaged service. This Managed Service can work in conjunction with Microsoft'scalling plan or any Direct Route service offer. Available now.

Poly will preview theStudio X Series for Teams at Microsoft Ignite. Poly Studio X30 and Poly StudioX50 will be priced at US$2,199 and US$3,499 respectively, including thePoly TC8. The Poly Studio X Series will be available in select AsiaPacific countries from December 2019, with native support on Teams available frommid-2020.

The Microsoft booth(#1515) will also host the following Poly integrate solutions optimized forTeams: The Poly Studio X30, Poly Elara 60 Series, Calisto 3200, Voyager 4200,CCX 500 and the Trio 8800.

About Poly

Plantronics,Inc. ("Poly" -- formerly Plantronics and Polycom) (NYSE: PLT) is a globalcommunications company that powers meaningful human connection andcollaboration. Poly combines legendary audio expertise and powerful video andconferencing capabilities to overcome the distractions, complexity and distancethat make communication in and out of the workplace challenging. Poly believesin solutions that make life easier when they work together and with ourpartner's services. Our headsets, software, desk phones, audio and videoconferencing, analytics and services are used worldwide and are a leadingchoice for every kind of workspace. For more information, please visit: www.poly.com.

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