The new Echo Dot Kids Edition is covered in fabric with fun animal designs kids are sure to love. In terms of design, the two new standalone Portal models appear much improved over last year's models. This time, just use Alexa, your Zoom calendar and voice computing to connect. Portal TV from Facebook, Smart Video Calling on your TV with Alexa Built-in 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,477. Connect the HDMI cable from the TV to laptop, plug in the webcam and position it well (so it doesn't look up your nose) change your HDMI settings on the TV to bring in the laptop, and you've got a Zoom call on the big screen. The "Hey Portal" command is for Portal-specific controls such as calling someone in your contacts list, increasing the volume, or setting the alarm. Facebook is also announcing that, along with making calls via Messenger, you can now use Portal devices to make video calls via WhatsApp. There's also a physical camera lens cover if you want that extra bit of privacy. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training … That's not all either. To get Zoom on the TV, all you need is a laptop, an HDMI cable, adapter to plug it into your laptop and webcam, and you're in business. Additionally, the Portal TV has an 8-field microphone array (other Portal devices have a 4-field microphone array) in order to accommodate bigger spaces and the fact that you'll likely be further away from the device. Isn't it hard to take notes when your laptop screen is filled with speaker video windows? © 2021 Verizon Media. But you won't have to tie up laptop anymore. Facebook's Portal or Amazon's new Echo Show 10 will get you closer to having more Zoom in your life. Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. How old is it? © 2021 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. After all, it's best to be at eye level, which most people ignore, and not have the webcam looking up at their chins and noses. Portal users can host a Zoom meeting with upto 25 participants on-screen. Maybe not 85 inches, but many of us have good 50 to 60 inches or larger in the living room. ICYMI, Amazon announced 13 new products, including a redesigned Echo and Echo Dot speakers, which no longer resemble coffee cans but instead are now spherical, more powerful Fire TV Sticks (to help your programs load faster) and some wild stuff. But how does it work Last year's Nest didn't work with Zoom or initially with Google's Meet, the video chat service Google heavily touts as a Zoom alternative. FACEBOOK: Warning of an urgent threat to democracy, civil rights activists say they've formed an independent Facebook oversight board to scrutinize the role the social media giant is playing in the 2020 election. You can easily disable the camera and microphone, or block the lens with the sliding camera cover. Facebook Portal device Note: Portal TV is not currently supported. Featuring high-fidelity sound and an AI-powered Smart Camera for hands-free video calling, Zoom on Portal can connect up to 25 people … They include the aforementioned video calling, AR experiences and effects (such as funny face filters and an AR-powered 'Storytime' feature for kids), a built-in browser, Amazon Prime Video, plus two different voice assistants: "Hey Portal," and Amazon's Alexa. The 2019 Portal has a 10-inch HD display (1,280 x 800), while the Portal Mini has an 8-inch HD display (also 1,280 x 800). Some apps may require additional account login, registration, or payment. It's a camera that you attach to your television's HDMI port, thus transforming your TV into a giant smart display. Example of bad webcam position, when the camera is too low (Photo: Larry Becker). Right now, this feature only works with Facebook Watch, but there's a possibility that it'll work with other streaming services in the future. No other problem except what I mentioned. It’s like a television that makes it feel like you’re in the same room, and all of the sudden it brings everyone together. All the Portals also have that AI-powered smart camera, which is able to digitally pan and zoom to frame your shot perfectly, no matter where you move around the room. The remote with Portal TV is now available at portal.facebook.com and will be in stores in the coming weeks. But Facebook Portal, a device specifically designed for video calling, has recently gained in popularity too. What if you want to put Zoom calls on your TV now, without having to wait for Amazon's Fire TV Cube update? Do you have the same problem on all sources/inputs? That requires stacking the laptop atop a bunch of books, which gives you a better look, but makes it really hard to type. Find or clear a space for your Facebook Portal. They looked colorful and sharp enough in the brief demo I had, though I need to spend more time with them to really assess their quality. Amazon update and all those new products. That dedicated device on the desk would solve the issue, living atop the books that could just stay there and not have to be moved around. In the beginning of the week, Microsoft announced something that, at first blush, sounds so cool, until you start to break it down. Portal from Facebook. Zoom, BlueJeans, LogMeIn's GoToMeeting and Cisco's Webex will arrive on the Portal Mini, Portal and Portal+ in September. So the savvy speaker or student would have to constantly move the books around. The one new Amazon device we really want to own. By clicking this box and registering for this website, I agree that I have read, understand, and agree to Zooom’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Use Launch the Zoom app for TV, join meeting and enjoy video conferencing on big screen. This week saw a lot of new product announcements, but the holiday reveals aren't over yet. The Portals start at $129, and are available in three sizes: with 8-inch, 10-inch or 15.6-inch screens. Technician's Assistant: What Portal model do you have? Sign up for a Zoom account if you have not done so already, or if you have not been provided one from your organization. For those who are taking meetings all day, the same issue applies. Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about. There's the indoor security drone from Ring that flies around your home automatically checking on things when you're not at home (so Amazon claims), and security cameras for the car. Also, as Facebook Watch is only accessible via a Facebook account (duh), the only way to watch it together is if the video call is via Messenger rather than WhatsApp. This way, Facebook says, they're more suitable in more rooms in your home. Amazon will start selecting players in October. In "Watch Together" mode, your caller's window will be minimized to a small picture-in-picture in the upper right corner, while the video you're both watching takes up the whole screen. It works with multiple people too; the shot will automatically adjust to fit everyone in the frame. A dedicated video device for Teams meetings, a whopping 85 inches for display in a conference room or hospital corridor, so large everyone could see it, and be seen. Open the app and select mirror button to connect with your TV. Portal from Facebook [Gen 1]. Portal TV, which Facebook calls “the futu… You can pre-order the Portal, Portal Mini and Portal TV starting today. Based on a brief experience at the launch event, they did sound very good, with rich bass and clean highs. No longer would we have to fiddle around with the laptop or phone. Facebook's sketchy reputation on privacy dampened their reception, however, as did the company's confusing messaging on whether the devices collect data (surprise: they do). The new models on the other hand, have a much more subtle design, with a narrow border around the edges that make them look more like picture frames than smart displays. The portal TV reminded me a lot of the Xbox Kinect in the build style and size. An edition that connects to the TV, Portal TV, is not supported for the Zoom calls. There are many ways to schedule a meeting, including the Zoom web portal, through the Zoom client, or with one of our extensions or plugins. BlueJeans, GoToMeeting, Webex and Zoom will be available on Portal Mini, Portal and Portal+ in September, with plans to add support for Portal TV in the future. Portal TV is begins shipping November 5th for $149 — or you can also bundle two Portal devices together and take $50 off. Again, no fiddling. On Wednesday, Google holds its annual fall hardware product event, where it's expected to unveil a new top of the line smartphone, the Pixel 5, an updated streaming device, Chromecast and a new take on the Nest Home Hub video display unit. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training … The new Portals have a different way of toggling the camera and microphone on and off. Similar to the other Portal devices, the Portal TV has a toggle switch that mutes the microphone and shuts off the camera simultaneously. You probably didn't know you could do this, but … It is Facebook Portal TV and I bought it only 2 weeks ago. As with the other Portal devices, you can use the Portal TV for video calls, which I have to say seems to be a very good use case for it. Here are some basic instructions for scheduling your first meeting. To connect, you have to download ApowerMirror to your TV and Apple phone. According to Facebook, there's no biometric or specific facial recognition going on here. Note: No special license is required to use Zoom … But at a price tag of $21,999, gosh, that's just a little bit north of our budgets, wouldn't you say? Smart video calling now on the biggest screen in your home, with Alexa built in, AR experiences and more. You open your phone, copy the invite, and text or e-mail the invite. Google Pixel 4A phone (Photo: Jefferson Graham). Alexa, on the other hand, is used for other tasks, such as looking up something on the internet or seeing who rang your Ring video doorbell. Bret Kinsella from Voicebot.ai joins to compare notes. Why can't I connect Zoom to Portal TV? It can identify whether or not a moving object is a person, but not who that person is. (It does now, but setup is highly convoluted. Without spending $21,199! The Ring products won't be out until 2021. You'll know the microphone is off when an LED at the top of the device glows red. So you've got to love Amazon's answer, which came later in the week. You can also select just one person to "spotlight" and the camera will digitally zoom in on just them. The Portal TV is also its own smart device so it only needs the TV for video and sound. Portal Mini, Portal and Portal TV. The smart displays were originally marketed as places for video chat first, then using the video screen to look up recipes on YouTube, operate your smart home and best of all, as economical and easy to mount digital photo frames. Or better yet, plug a webcam to the TV via the $119 Fire TV Cube device and do it on the big screen TV of your choice. How to buy a laptop for your kid (or revive an old one), Donald Trump is trying (and failing) to get around Twitter's ban, Amazon's Prime Pantry delivery service is no more, Apple and Google crack down on Parler after violent threats, Microsoft Teams 'Dynamic View' makes watching presentations easier, Tesla begins selling its cheapest Model Y yet. Portal TV. You'll just need to operate it from your laptop. In stock on January 20, 2021. New videogame consoles will really hard to get for Christmas. The other, however, is called the Portal TV. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. APPLE: Spotify and the makers of Fortnite and Tinder are taking on Apple and Google as part of a newly formed coalition calling for âfair treatmentâ in the way the tech giant runs its app store. The remote with Portal TV is now available at portal.facebook.com and will be in stores in the coming weeks. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Zoom will also come to the smaller Echo Show 8, also later this year, to a unit that's currently available, along with Facebook's Portal video chat device and Google Nest Home Hub Max. Last year, Facebook made its first foray into hardware with the Portal and Portal+ smart displays, which featured an AI-powered camera that could track your movements. Crazy things people connect to corporate Wi-Fi networks. The update started rolling out Friday. I'd need to hear them in a quieter room however, to figure out how they compare to other smart speakers. That's not really any different from just using normal Facebook, but it's at least something to be aware of. The video-calling services will arrive on the Portal TV "in the future." Smart Camera pans, zooms and widens automatically, so you can move and talk freely while always staying in frame. Facebook is hoping the addition of Netflix to its Portal TV will spur consumers to spring for the $149 video-conferencing device this holiday season. ), Nest Home Hub (Photo: Reviewed / Florence Ion). Setup preparations. Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Advertisement In a report by Engadget, Facebook Portal is getting some new features that add support for video calling apps, including the Zoom app. Featuring high-fidelity sound and an AI-powered Smart Camera for hands-free video calling, Zoom on Portal can connect up to 25 people on a screen. Scheduling your first meeting. Portal TV has clear and simple settings so you’re always in control. The Portal TV accessory costs $149 / £149, making it cheaper than the $179 / £169 Portal smart display, but a tad more expensive than the $129 / £129 Portal Mini. The AI-powered camera features are processed locally on the device, and not sent to Facebook's servers. It has start-up funding from Luminate, which is backed by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar's foundation The Omidyar Group. It comes with a small remote control to navigate the Portal TV interface. Technician's Assistant: Does the TV menu work? Meanwhile, Google has already said it will begin accepting calls from Zoom on Nest Hubs before the end of the year, so expect more action and hopefully improved usability. I thought Portal+ with its 15.6-inch rotating display was something of an eyesore, for example. There's just something about being able to see your callers on a large TV that makes it seem much more "immersive," as if they're actually there in the same room with you. It's also introducing new Portal and Portal Mini smart displays. Aside from that, many of the features on the new Portals are the same as last year's. Facebook claims Zoom on Portal will help users get more from their meetings. For online video conferencing, Zoom has become a part of many workplaces and organizations – and has even surpassed Skype. Facebook claims that the new Portals have improved speakers as well, with two full-range speakers plus a subwoofer in each device. I can see something like this being a big hit for people with large families, especially since the Portal TV's 120-degree field of view is able to fit more people into the same shot. The âReal Facebook Oversight Boardâ is an initiative from Citizens, a new nonprofit created to hold big tech accountable. Zoom will also come to the smaller Echo Show 8, also later this year, to a unit that's currently available, along with Facebook's Portal video chat device and Google Nest Home Hub Max. However, the Portal TV easily rests on top of my thin TV or entertainment center with the ability to ever so slightly angle down. Got that? A dedicated 10-inch unit, for $250, the Echo Show 10, plug a webcam to the TV via the $119 Fire TV Cube device, not have the webcam looking up at their chins, Amazon also announced a new gaming service, Luna. The new, redesigned Portal and all-new Portal Mini feature a sleek picture frame design to fit seamlessly into any home. Smart, Hands-Free Video Calling with Alexa Built-in (Gen 1) 4.6 out of 5 stars 978. You can bundle any two Portal devices for $50 off. If not, Best Buy would be happy to sell you a 50-inch TCL, Samsung or Amazon-branded Toshiba TV in the $300 range. There are several other privacy and security measures too. Zoom, BlueJeans, GoToMeeting and Webex will be available on Portal, Portal mini and Portal Plus this fall. That said, not everything you do on Portal is 100 percent private. Finally, we began this edition by talking about that crazy Microsoft TV/PC. Facebook claims Zoom on Portal will help users get more from their meetings. Priced at $149, it's essentially a camera attachment that turns your TV into a giant smart display. To access your Zoom profile, sign in to the Zoom web portal and click Profile. This video conferencing supports multiple operating systems including Windows, Android, and iOS. One feature that only the Portal TV has is Watch Together. In this article, let’s learn how to cast Zoom on your TV. (Both the Portal and Portal Mini have a 114-degree field of view camera.) Connect devices with the same Wi-Fi; Download Now for iOS. A video chat, a hallmark of work from home and virtual internships. Yet, those issues have not deterred the company, as Facebook is announcing not one, not two, but three new Portal models today. The Portal TV, on the other hand, is not really a smart display on its own. An edition that connects to the TV, Portal TV, is not supported for the Zoom calls. The Coalition for App Fairness, a Washington-based nonprofit, will advocate for legal and regulatory changes, such as measures that could block Apple and Google from favoring their own apps in the iPhone and Android operating systems they control. Additionally, while last year's Portals were only available in the US and Canada, the new batch will now be available in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Australia and New Zealand. Just gather in front of the TV and click the touchscreen. So if you make a lot of video calls, you might see ads about video calling, or if you use Facebook Watch a lot, you might see ads related to that. The Amazon solutions are both listed as coming soon, but if you have a Facebook Portal video chat device, you can use the dedicated unit to connect now to Zoom. Sign in to your Zoom … This would leave the students hands freer for schoolwork and notetaking on the laptop. Those features are still sound, but add in the dedicated Zoom device, and the kids who are stuck at home taking school on their laptops can have one unit just displaying the teacher and lessons. Mirror your screen with Roku. A dedicated 10-inch unit, for $250, the Echo Show 10, which lets you go through Alexa to connect to Zoom, Skype or Alexa-to-Alexa direct calls.Â. The Portal and Portal Mini will start shipping on October 15th, while the Portal TV begins shipping November 5th. The Portal TV, on the other hand, is not really a smart display on its own. Questions about any of this? The Fire TV products will be the first to come market, Wednesday, while Amazon says we'll see the new Echo devices in October and November. 21 offers from $144.00. It's a camera that you attach to your television's HDMI port, thus transforming your TV into a giant smart display. You ask Google to set up a meeting, then need to click the touchscreen to confirm. Facebook acknowledges that it does collect some information about how you use Portal and that information may be used to inform the ads you see on Facebook. TVs with built-in webcams are rare, and besides, how would you connect to Zoom without a computer? Crazy things people connect to corporate Wi-Fi networks. Just look for me on Twitter, where I'm @jeffersongraham. Even the smaller 10-inch Portal had a certain clunky look to it that reminded me of the original Echo Show. Ryan Olson, VP of Threat Intelligence at Palo Alto Networks joins to tell us. Amazon also announced a new gaming service, Luna, which is invite only. (Photo: Amazon). For iOS users. See Portal TV article After you set up your Portal, you'll have a selection of apps already installed and a selection of apps available for download. Read or Share this story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2020/09/26/amazon-google-and-facebook-may-onto-something-zoom-device/3531594001/, dedicated video device for Teams meetings. Zoom is one of the most popular video conferencing software with cool features like team chat, recording of meetings, support for up to 1000 video participants and more. They both also have Adaptive Display tech, which automatically adjusts the screen's brightness according to its surroundings (It's worth nothing that Google's Nest Hub has had this feature for awhile now). Technician's Assistant: The TV … It's a feature that lets you and another Portal TV owner watch the same shows together during a video call. All rights reserved. (Photo: Facebook). $214.99. Both of them can be used in either landscape or portrait mode, the latter of which is especially handy for video chatting with someone calling in from their phone. Portal Mini has an 8-inch HD display and Portal has larger 10-inch HD display for video calls, displaying photos and watching videos in either portrait or … Instead of just a single button that shuts off both functions, there's now a dual-stage sliding toggle: you can enable both of them, turn off the camera (an integrated physical cover will slide over the camera lens) but leave the microphone on, or disable both functions altogether. The Portal and Portal Mini are standalone smart displays that retail for $179 and $129 respectively. Pre-order the new Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S (Photo: Microsoft). The one new Amazon device we really want to own, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Meanwhile, that's not all folks. All video and voice calls, be it from Messenger or WhatsApp, are end-to-end encrypted. Facebook will also continue selling last year's Portal+ for $249. 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