Lifesize announces new cloud-based video conferencing service

New Delhi: Video conferencing solutions firm Lifesize announced availability of its unified communications service, Lifesize Cloud, which allows users to connect through various devices like smartphones, tablets and laptops.

The firm, a part of computer peripherals maker Logitech, had launched the software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering globally in May this year. "It is a perfect blend of software, hardware and service and addresses the consumer's need for an affordable solution instead of a costly on-premise video solution," Lifesize Vice- President International Andreas Wienold told reporters here. The annual subscription for the Lifesize Cloud service starts from USD 25 per user per month, which includes supporting five devices, he added. "The best thing about this service is that it supports video conferencing even at low bandwidths like 192 kbps and is ideal for Indian conditions," Wienhold said. Lifesize Regional Director (India and SAARC) Gagan Verma said the company is targeting mid level firms in the small and medium businesses segment.

"We are seeing a good response to the service in Asia Pacific and India region. There are already 300 free trial of the service taking place in India," he added. Verma said that Lifesize is also offering a free 14-day free trial scheme for Lifesize Cloud. Weinold said the demand for video communications in business is growing, which is being driven by free, consumer- focused applications. So consumers now expect a simple solution in the office that can be connected across laptops and mobile devices. "Lifesize Cloud fulfils that requirement. It is priced at an affordable level (at USD 25 per user per month) and addresses the user's need to connect across a range of devices," he added.