Google announces Jamboard, its 55-inch 4K digital whiteboard that will take on Microsoft's Surface Hub!

Google has just announced its 55-inch 4K digital whiteboard named Jamboard. With its cloud-based services, this collaborative whiteboard will take aim at the Microsoft Surface Hub! Priced at under US$6,000, Google hopes to introduce Jamboard to the heart of boardrooms, and “raise the bar on collaborative creativity.” It aims to bring “real-time collaboration” with G Suite so that people are able to work together even if they are in different locations.

Jamboard has a built-in HD camera, speakers, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Coupled with is 55-inch 4K touchscreen, users are able to “collaborate and broadcast their work globally with Hangouts.” Shared documents are stored on Google Drive. According to Google, its touchscreen is intuitive as it’s able to recognize the difference between the touch of a stylus and the larger surface of an eraser. Due to its cloud-based services, Jamboard offers dedicated smartphone and tablet applications so that road warriors are able to join in the collaboration session as long as they have Internet connectivity. Best of all, Google claims Jamboard is easy to setup.

Google has worked with G Suite customers, who include Instrument, Netflix, and Spotify, to fine tune Jamboard’s hardware and software system. In terms of marketing, Google has tied up with BenQ to “tap into its network of channels and resellers.” Jamboard is expected to be available next year; however, for those who can’t wait, there’s an Early Adopter Program and applicants will be notified by the company with regards to their eligibility.

(Source: Google)

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