The future of cloud-based video production just arrived—and it’s already winning awards.
At this year’s NAB Show 2025, PTZOptics officially launched Hive, its highly anticipated cloud-native video production platform, and walked away with top honors: the Best Remote Production Software award. For anyone working in broadcast, ProAV, education, sports, or live events, Hive represents a major leap forward in simplifying and scaling video production in the cloud.
What Is PTZOptics Hive?
Hive is a browser-based, cloud-native platform designed to connect and control PTZOptics cameras—from anywhere in the world. It enables video teams to preview, operate, and manage camera feeds remotely, whether it’s a single camera or an entire network of studios.
Built from the ground up with real-world feedback from early adopters and beta testers, Hive is engineered for simplicity, flexibility, and professional-grade performance.
Key Features:
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Multi-Bridge: Connect multiple Hive Studios into one unified control room for larger, distributed productions—perfect for schools, networks, sports leagues, and corporate campuses.
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Remote Monitoring & Control: Operate PTZ cameras from any browser, with full support for pan, tilt, zoom, and presets.
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Enterprise Plan: For just $3,000/year, organizations can unlock unlimited Hive Studios—a cost-effective way to scale productions across departments or clients.
The First Hive-Linked Cameras Are Here
Coinciding with Hive’s launch, PTZOptics also debuted its brand-new Studio 4K camera line, available in 12X and 20X models, with a 1080p model coming soon. These are the first Hive-Linked cameras, offering native integration for direct cloud connectivity, automatic provisioning, and remote management—no extra hardware required.
This marks a major milestone for cloud-integrated hardware. Hive-Linked cameras are designed to connect seamlessly to the Hive platform with a single Ethernet cable, making them ideal for organizations prioritizing remote access and simplified workflows.
Award-Winning Innovation
Hive’s launch wasn’t just another product debut—it was recognized by industry leaders as a turning point in remote production. The Best Remote Production Software award reflects Hive’s forward-thinking design, rapid deployment, and ability to meet the demands of modern broadcasters and AV teams.
NAB 2025 has proven that cloud-native workflows aren’t just a future vision—they’re a present-day reality, and Hive is leading the charge.
What’s Next: AI, Automation, and Horizon
PTZOptics didn’t stop with Hive. Also showcased at NAB was Horizon, a beta firmware update for the company’s Move 4K cameras. Horizon brings AI-assisted auto-tracking and color correction directly into the camera—accessible through a sleek, mobile-friendly interface.
Horizon leverages computer vision to create clickable PTZ presets, drastically reducing setup time while improving shot accuracy and consistency. Like Hive, Horizon is in active development and being refined through community-driven feedback from the PTZOptics Beta Group.
PTZOptics has also released a line of Studio 4K cameras, which are the very first “Hive-Linked” cameras. These cameras are available in 12X and 20X models (with a 1080p model coming soon as well). These are the very first PTZOptics cameras which offer the full Hive-Linked experience, allowing you to link your camera to Hive for remote viewing, control and management. This is a feature that is being rolled out to many PTZOptics cameras in the PTZOptics Beta Group.
Try Hive Today
Ready to see what all the buzz is about? PTZOptics is offering your first month of Hive Standard Studio free through May 6th with the coupon code NAB.
You can also schedule a demo or learn more at ptzoptics.com/trade-show.
PTZOptics Hive is more than software—it’s a platform built to power the future of video production. Whether you’re managing a remote studio, broadcasting a church service, producing a sports event, or running a corporate webinar series, Hive gives you the tools to scale, connect, and create like never before.
NAB 2025 was just the beginning. Let’s build the future of remote production—together.
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