BANGALORE,INDIA: Hewlett-Packard, the global IT giant, today unveiled a whole new way for people to conduct virtual meetings across the globe at the click of a button. HP introduced the HP SkyRoom technology - a professional-quality visual collaboration and conferencing solution that enables real-time communication.

With the launch of HP SkyRoom, HP has redefined collaboration and the economics of B2B communication in a borderless world, whereby people can convene anytime, anywhere - not only for virtual meetings but also share and edit files online real-time. Built on the company’s pioneering video and imaging engines, HP SkyRoom allows users to enjoy seamless audio, video and 3D application sharing through a network.

With this breakthrough technology, HP SkyRoom provides an affordable and easy-to-use solution for interacting with colleagues around the world and across time zones. Online audio and visual presentations, as well as video collaboration, help remote teams become more engaged and active, as compared to the available web or teleconferencing solutions. HP SkyRoom aims to increase productivity and facilitate the decision-making process because of its ability for immediate feedback.

“Customers are looking for cost-effective, hassle-free alternatives to business travel and face-to-face meetings. As a technology industry leader with a rich history of many technology innovations, HP is best positioned to drive groundbreaking new technologies that meet the evolving needs of these customers,” said Anurag Gupta, Country Manager, Workstations, Personal Systems Group, HP India. He further added, “By providing real-time collaboration at the click of a mouse, HP SkyRoom is an example of how we drive sustainable innovation to build value and help businesses reduce travel costs and their carbon footprint.”

Indian companies are increasingly using mergers and acquisitions to expand beyond the borders of their country. This volatile business environment demands business professionals to travel frequently between countries. Companies now have the power to change the economics of travel and reduce their carbon footprint while preserving the value of personal human interaction through the HP SkyRoom.

Till date, companies had limited options for videoconferencing which are expensive and typically strip out the subtleties of human interactions and don’t allow for the sharing of rich media content such as video and computer-aided design manipulation. With the advent of HP SkyRoom technology, HP pushes the limits of technology with revolutionary solutions that deliver enhanced value to businesses at affordable prices. HP SkyRoom is bringing the power of virtual collaboration within the reach of businesses – whether big or small.

Pricing and Availability

HP SkyRoom is available, preinstalled in the HP Z800, Z600, Z400 and xw4600 Workstations at no cost. Select premium HP business PCs and notebooks will include a 90-day trial of HP SkyRoom, which will be available for purchase thereafter. Customers using current HP workstations, desktops, notebooks or non-HP systems can purchase HP SkyRoom as per license (Node-locked or Floating license) for Rs.. 8375/ exclusive of taxes.*