STACK #224 June 2023

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Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Bluetooth Headset Lightweight and

comfortable, making it the ideal candidate for all-day use, the Zone Vibe 100 offers great sound quality for calls and music. The stylish headphones have a good ANC

mic that will automatically mute when flipped up and impressive battery life. A 30-metre range rounds out the package nicely.

Logitech H390 USB Computer Headset

Two other crucial components to add to your office armoury are a good webcam and some decent multipurpose ear gear. Here’s why. Words Bec Summer CANDID CAMERA

An exceptional option for a wired office headset for the price tag, the H390 packs a lot in. These light, quality sounding headphones are literally plug in and play via a 1.9-metre USB-A cable. There are in-line controls for volume and mute with a rotating boom that

reduce unwanted environmental noise, and the 4K Pro Webcam also features background replacement technology and a privacy shutter. Logitech C922 Pro

It doesn’t matter whether you work in the office, at home, or combine a hybrid model of the two; over the last three years, video conference calls have redefined how we work. The convenience of jumping on a Zoom, Skype, or Teams is second nature now and far more cost-effective and less tiring than travelling for meetings. While most laptops house a built-in webcam, limited space usually means the resolution is, at best, average. And regular users know that shoddy resolution on a video call is so 2019. It’s not just work-related calls that benefit from a quality webcam. You want the best if you stream to Twitch and YouTube or want to look good for interstate or overseas family catch-ups. A purpose-built premium webcam will have higher resolution sensors for capturing sharp, crisp images and will work well in low light situations. And the good news is that even a 4K webcam won’t break the bank. So, kick that inferior webcam into touch and take your video calls to the next level. Logitech 4K Pro Webcam

can be lifted out of the way when not in use. ANOTHER OPTION TO CONSIDER For audiophiles, it’s worth remembering that a good pair of music headphones can double for office headphones too. Here are a couple of suggestions. Bose QuietComfort 45

Stream Webcam A good fit for the office, YouTube, or streaming, users can stream with excellent video at HD1080p at 30fps or fluid HD720 at 60fps. The

webcam has a 78-degree field of view, two omnidirectional microphones, automatic low light correction, and autofocus. It also includes an adjustable tripod that extends to 18.5cm and a three-month subscription to live streaming and video-mixing app XSplit. OFFICE EARS Working from home and, indeed, the office, demands a specific feature set different from conventional or gaming headphones. It’s hard to go past wireless headphones for complete convenience and flexibility if you need to walk and talk, but there are good, wired options for those who prefer to be physically connected. For prolonged use, comfort is a consideration, especially if you’re sitting in long meetings. Mic quality is important for clear and concise voice representation, and active noise cancellation in the mic will eliminate a lot of unnecessary – and distracting - background noise. Easily accessible controls, a good battery life, and a flip-to-mute mic are a bonus.

This superb pair of audio headphones folds down for easy transportation, with world-class ANC, 22 hours of use on a single charge, and four internal microphones for crystal clear conversations. Sony WH 1000XM4

Another pair of top-shelf headphones with fantastic ANC, 30 hours of charge, mighty fine audio, adaptive sound control that automatically adjusts to the environment, and solid call quality.

Reminiscent of the bridge on an Imperial Star Destroyer, this striking and well-engineered 4K webcam will deliver everything you

could possibly need – and more – for your video conferencing requirements. It delivers 4K HD resolution at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps to present you at your best. A noise-cancelling mic will

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