Who hasn’t been on an important conference call and heard the infamous “buzz” sound on the speakerphone caused by cell phone interference. Nextel two-way “push to talk” phones are notorious for causing this “buzz” sound, as well as Blackberries. Still don't know what I'm talking about? Sure you do. Just play this MP3 file and you'll recognize this annoying buzz sound. As I commented to Polycom, there are occasions when I'm watching FOX News or some other live TV program and I hear the "buzz" sound during the TV show that I know is coming from their end. How unprofessional and very annoying. You'd think professional news studios would have shielded microphones, or the news anchors would turn off their cellphone while on the air, but I digress. Continue reading Polycom Kills the Buzz Factor...

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