Cisco Partners With Bang & Olufsen To Create Wireless Earbuds For Hybrid Workers

Cisco are a digital communications company aimed primarily at the enterprise and business markets who have partnered up with professional high-end audio manufacturer Bang & Olufsen to produce some new Wireless Earbuds which are designed for those doing Hybrid work.

Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 Earbuds

The new earbuds from Bang & Olufsen and Cisco have been designed with enterprise-grade features customized for professionals working from home or on the go. They provide top-quality audio in any situation with high-end and premium sound alongside advanced security and manageability features including on-ear controls. They allow for IT Admins to have visibility and control over an entire fleet of these earbuds through the Cisco Control Hub platform.

They pair through Bluetooth 5.2 for strong compatibility with any Bluetooth-enabled device and feature a long battery life to withstand a full work day. The overall design is sleek and ergonomic, plus they include four sets of silicon tips and one set of foam tips to ensure that those using them are comfortable over long periods of time.

What Cisco and Bang & Olufsen Had To Say

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

“We’re excited to expand our partnership with Cisco to deliver the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950,” said Duncan McCue, Vice President Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, Bang & Olufsen. “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

• 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 admins can easily maintain and securely update the device in Webex’s Control Hub, the central dashboard for Cisco Collaboration Devices and Webex services. They can also get valuable insights on device inventory and utilization, to help maximize their return on investment.
• Extended interoperability: The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 is optimized for Webex and pairs perfectly with other Cisco collaboration devices, with call controls and prioritization for calling and meetings. The earbuds are also platform agnostic and able to quickly and simultaneously pair with both Android and iOS devices without compromising sound quality.
• Tailored fit: The earbuds have a sleek ergonomic design, plus four sets of silicon tips and one pair of foam tips for comfort and fit based on preference.

Price and Availability

The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 will be available for order starting this November. For more information about Cisco’s full portfolio of headsets, please visit the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 950 product page to learn more