Logitech has created a new way for professionals to record and share their work by placing one of the best webcams on a flexible, articulating arm.
It is aptly called the Logitech range, and according to the official announcement, it will allow users to host “engaging, interactive” presentations. The arm can be moved up, down, forward and back – all at the touch of a button at the hinge. It can also be rotated 360 degrees back and forth for unique angles. The bottom base comes in two configurations: your typical flat stand, so it can be placed on a desk, and a clamp in case there isn’t much space available. When you’re done, the Reach folds in half for easy storage.
As cool as the articulating arm on the Logitech Reach may be, the star of the show is clearly the camera on the end. We’ve seen it before, because it’s actually the Logitech StreamCam, a webcam we liked so much it ended up on TechRadar’s list of the best webcams for 2023. It is capable of streaming videos up to 1080p resolution at 60 FPS and taking photos with the same quality. The StreamCam creates content with an overhead area of 12 x 21.5 inches. But thanks to the 4.3x lossless zoom lens, you can get as close as 7.5 x 5 inches without losing any detail.
The webcam itself has its own hinge allowing users to rotate it horizontally and vertically by rotating the ring handle around the body. Other notable features such as Smart Auto-Focus promote ease of use by ensuring objects remain crystal clear, and there’s connectivity via a USB cable.
Availability
The launch date and price for the Logitech Reach are currently unknown. Engadget claims it has discovered a survey the official product page states that the “early adopter price” is approximately $300 to $400. For comparison, the StreamCam alone costs $180. However, if you go to the same web page, you won’t see that. What you do see is a text box where you can enter your email address to receive a notification when the Reach goes on sale.
Furthermore, the arm itself will not go on sale. A Logitech representative told us The edge the company at one point considered selling just the holder, but decided against it because apparently “respondents in their market research” wanted the complete package. There wasn’t much interest in the arm alone.
We contacted Logitech and asked for more information about the price and availability of the device. This story will be updated at a later date.
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