Cisco and Bang & Olufsen Announce Cutting-Edge Wireless Earbuds Tailored for Hybrid Work Environments

In a groundbreaking collaboration, tech giant Cisco and renowned audio specialists Bang & Olufsen have unveiled the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 wireless earbuds, designed to meet the demands of the modern hybrid workforce. This cutting-edge product boasts a range of features crucial for professionals who require enhanced security and device management, as well as top-notch audio quality.

As the world continues to embrace hybrid work environments, the partnership between Bang & Olufsen and Cisco seeks to cater to the growing demand for versatile, high-quality audio solutions that can seamlessly adapt to work settings at home, in the office, or on the move. The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 offers a fusion of premium aesthetics, exceptional sound quality, and advanced security and management functionalities.

These earbuds are an extension of the ongoing collaboration between Cisco and Bang & Olufsen, which strives to provide multifunctional devices that align with the diverse lifestyles of professionals, both in and out of their workplaces. The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 has been meticulously designed to offer crystal-clear audio, ensuring seamless collaboration from any location. IT professionals will find it particularly convenient as the earbuds can be managed through Cisco’s Control Hub platform, granting them greater visibility and control over their entire fleet of collaboration devices and peripherals.

Snorre Kjesbu, Senior Vice President & General Manager of  Webex Devices at Cisco, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “As businesses continue to embrace the flexibility of hybrid work, employees need professional-grade tech solutions that enable work from any setting. We’re excited to expand our partnership with B&O to deliver exceptional audio experiences with extensive functionality and timeless design and craftsmanship.”

Duncan McCue, Vice President Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Bang & Olufsen, added, “We’re excited to expand our partnership with Cisco to deliver the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950. Equipped with Cisco’s advanced features for secure collaboration and Bang & Olufsen’s unparalleled capabilities in sound innovation and design, these earbuds are perfect for hybrid workers who want immersive audio experiences.”

Key features of the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 include:

Enhanced Connectivity and Functionality: With a long battery life, high-fidelity audio, Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation, in-ear voice notifications, on-ear controls, and Bluetooth 5.2 for quick pairing, the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 provides an elevated user experience.

Enterprise-Grade Security and Management Features: IT administrators can effortlessly maintain and securely update the device in Webex’s Control Hub, the central dashboard for Cisco Collaboration Devices and Webex services. They can also gain valuable insights into device inventory and utilization, maximizing their return on investment.

Extended Interoperability: The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 is optimized for Webex and seamlessly pairs with other Cisco collaboration devices, offering call controls and prioritization for calling and meetings. These earbuds are platform-agnostic and can swiftly and simultaneously pair with both Android and iOS devices without compromising sound quality.

Tailored Fit: The earbuds have a sleek ergonomic design, along with four sets of silicon tips and one pair of foam tips for customized comfort and fit.

The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 is set to be available for order starting this November, offering professionals a new dimension of audio quality, security, and comfort in the ever-evolving world of hybrid work.