Meeting Owl 3

pros and cons

• 1080p 360-degree camera, 8 mics, 3 speakers
• USB-C connection
• Expansion Mic option
• Updated OIS software

• Concerns around recent security vulnerabilities
• Premium pricing

Owl Labs, the company behind the Meeting Owl -- a Wi-Fi enabled combination of 360-degree conference camera, microphone array and speakers -- has released the third generation of its flagship product in the shape of the Meeting Owl 3.

With hybrid working now firmly established in many companies, technology that helps remote workers collaborate productively with office-based colleagues has become increasingly sought-after. According to Owl Labs, its products are used by over 100,000 organisations worldwide, including 84 in the Fortune 100.

As with previous models, participants see a 360-degree panoramic view of the Meeting Owl-equipped room, plus up to three panels that dynamically zoom in on attendees who are speaking or moving. Key hardware upgrades in the Meeting Owl 3 include a USB-C rather than Micro-USB connection to a host PC, and an optional HDMI-connected Expansion Mic to extend the audio range. New user-experience capabilities are also available via upgraded OIS (Owl Intelligence System) software.  

The Meeting Owl 3 is available now in the US at$999, while the Expansion Mic costs$249. Launching today in the UK and Europe, the Meeting Owl 3 costs