# AI-Powered Work Cameras Microsoft Launches Its First Smart Camera for Meetings, the Surface Hub 2 By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-03-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surface-hub References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/22980664/microsoft-surface-hub-2-smart-camera-price-release-date-features) & [microsoft](http://microsoft.com)  [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-sight) has announced the launch of the Surface Hub 2, its first AI-powered camera designed specifically for the hybrid work environment. The new device will support [automatic framing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kiyo-v2) and deliver a wide field of view and image correction features, all of which are intended to improve video-conference meetings. In terms of specs, the Surface Hub 2 comes equipped with a 12-megapixel sensor, a 136-degree field of view, and 1teraflop of computer power. The extra power is being combined with algorithms to automatically compensate for visual distortions and angle corrections. “Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera reframes, adjusts lighting, and enables incredibly wide angles of view, all without any warping, distortions, or depth-of-field issues that might otherwise limit what is visible,” explains Steven Bathiche, corporate vice president of [Windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-q6-max) and Devices at Microsoft. Image Credit: Microsoft ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **AI-powered Work Cameras:** AI-powered smart cameras designed for hybrid work environments, which enable automatic framing, image correction, enhanced field of view, and computer power for video conferencing meetings. - **Automatic Framing Technology:** The rise of automatic framing technology to improve more personalized and dynamic video conferencing experiences. - **Wide Field of View:** The trend towards wide field of view to provide panoramic view of participants in video conferencing meetings. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology sector could benefit from the innovative applications of AI-powered cameras that create a better video conferencing experience. - **Remote Work:** Remote work industries, especially those that rely on teleconferencing, can harness AI-powered camera technology to make video conferencing meetings more immersive and dynamic. - **Education:** The education sector can adopt this trend to enable remote learning with enhanced video conference experiences, resulting in better and more immersive lessons. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Desktop Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-sight.md) - [AI-Powered Video Conference Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-connect.md) - [AI Video Conference Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aver-vc550.md) - [Eco-Friendly AI Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-9.md) - [AI-Powered Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-620.md) - [Gesture Recognition Conferencing Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolpo-ai-huddle-mini.md) - [AI-Powered Remote Meeting Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexigo-meeting-360.md) - [AI-Powered Tracking Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyrestorm-focus-210.md) - [Next-Gen AI Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/link-2-pro.md)