Surface Hub

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Surface Hub is a brand of interactive whiteboards developed and marketed by Microsoft. These devices are designed to facilitate collaboration and productivity in business and educational environments. The Surface Hub integrates with various Microsoft services and applications, including Microsoft Office, OneNote, and Microsoft Teams.

History

The Surface Hub was first announced on January 21, 2015, during a Windows 10 event. It was officially released on March 25, 2016. The initial version, Surface Hub 1, was available in two sizes: 55 inches and 84 inches. In 2018, Microsoft announced the Surface Hub 2, which introduced several new features and improvements over its predecessor.

Features

Surface Hub devices come with a range of features designed to enhance collaborative work:

• **Touchscreen Display**: The Surface Hub features a high-resolution touchscreen display that supports multi-touch and pen input.
• **Integrated Cameras and Microphones**: The device includes built-in cameras and microphones to facilitate video conferencing.
• **Microsoft Software Integration**: Surface Hub runs a custom version of Windows 10 and integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Office, OneNote, and Microsoft Teams.
• **Digital Whiteboard**: The device includes a digital whiteboard application that allows users to draw, write, and share ideas in real-time.
• **Connectivity**: Surface Hub supports various connectivity options, including HDMI, USB, and wireless connections.

Models

There are currently two main models of the Surface Hub:

• **Surface Hub 1**: Available in 55-inch and 84-inch models, featuring 1080p and 4K resolutions, respectively.
• **Surface Hub 2**: Introduced in 2018, available in a 50.5-inch model with a 4K resolution. The Surface Hub 2 features a modular design and the ability to tile multiple Hubs together.

Applications

Surface Hub is used in various settings, including:

• **Corporate Environments**: For meetings, presentations, and collaborative work.
• **Educational Institutions**: As an interactive teaching tool.
• **Healthcare**: For telemedicine and collaborative diagnostics.

Related Pages

• Microsoft
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Teams
• OneNote
• Windows 10
• Interactive whiteboard

See Also

• Digital whiteboard
• Collaboration software
• Video conferencing