Yes, this is odd.

But it IS trying to solve a real need! It's important for presenters to see/read the audience. This solution may not be it, but don't go down the 'technology is stupid' rabbit hole just because you don't like the first prototype.

That's not how design works.
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RT @ibogost
"Making it feel like you're sitting in the same room"
https://twitter.com/ibogost/status/1291786160277266432