June 9, 2009
Snom users can now make “crystal clear” VoIP conference calls following a partnership deal with audio conferencing service ZipDX.
Snom's klarVOICE handsets have been integrated with ZipDX to offer wideband audio conference calls, providing, according to snom, “the highest quality and clarity”.
Michael Kneiling, of snom, said: “Wideband VoIP represents the next step in the evolution of IP telephony.
“The combination of ZipDX’s ...
ZipDX enables “crystal clear” VoIP conference calls
by David Masters
Snom users can now make “crystal clear” VoIP conference calls following a partnership deal with audio conferencing service ZipDX.
Snom's klarVOICE handsets have been integrated with ZipDX to offer wideband audio conference calls, providing, according to snom, “the highest quality and clarity”.
Michael Kneiling, of snom, said: “Wideband VoIP represents the next step in the evolution of IP telephony.
“The combination of ZipDX’s ...KT Networks smartphone uses GIPS HD VoIP
by David Masters
KT Networks' new smartphone is to include an HD VoIP service powered by Global IP Solutions (GIPS), it emerged this week.
The Windows Mobile smartphone from the Korean telecoms provide was developed to address a rapid growth in consumer demand for high-end handsets.
KT Networks said it chose GIPS to power the VoIP service on the smartphone because “GIPS was able to ...
June 3, 2009
Mobile VoIP app Truphone 3.0 is now available to iPod Touch users, transforming their MP3 player into a Wi-Fi phone.
Recently launched for the iPhone, Truphone 3.0 offers free Wi-Fi calls to other Truphone users, as well as to contacts who use Skype or GoogleTalk.
The app also integrates with instant messaging (IM) services, including MSN Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, and AIM.
Calls to ...
Truphone 3.0 launched for iPod Touch
by David Masters
Mobile VoIP app Truphone 3.0 is now available to iPod Touch users, transforming their MP3 player into a Wi-Fi phone.
Recently launched for the iPhone, Truphone 3.0 offers free Wi-Fi calls to other Truphone users, as well as to contacts who use Skype or GoogleTalk.
The app also integrates with instant messaging (IM) services, including MSN Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, and AIM.
Calls to ...
April 29, 2009
Canada-based Aastra has announced the launch of two new SIP phones: the 6730i and the 6731i.
Both handsets feature call display, full duplex speakerphone, intercom, paging, auto answer, and XML browser capabilities.
Aastra said the phones are ideal for use in both small and large businesses, and are designed to integrate and deploy easily with certified IP solutions providers.
Aastra handsets are designed ...
Aastra launches new SIP handsets
by David Masters
Canada-based Aastra has announced the launch of two new SIP phones: the 6730i and the 6731i.
Both handsets feature call display, full duplex speakerphone, intercom, paging, auto answer, and XML browser capabilities.
Aastra said the phones are ideal for use in both small and large businesses, and are designed to integrate and deploy easily with certified IP solutions providers.
Aastra handsets are designed ...
April 22, 2009
Following the recent launch of its VoIP service in the UK, Vopium has announced the launch of an iPhone application.
The new application will allow iPhone users to benefit from significant savings on international calls over Wi-Fi, as well as being able to send text messages (SMS) abroad for just GBP 0.09.
International calls via Vopium are ...
Vopium launches iPhone app
by Jan Harris
Following the recent launch of its VoIP service in the UK, Vopium has announced the launch of an iPhone application.
The new application will allow iPhone users to benefit from significant savings on international calls over Wi-Fi, as well as being able to send text messages (SMS) abroad for just GBP 0.09.
International calls via Vopium are ...
March 20, 2009
Nimbuzz has updated its iPhone applcation to include VoIP-over-3G call functionality.
Other new functions include support for Twitter and Skype-out.
Skype-out enables users to make low-cost VoIP calls direct to landlines in over 50 countries.
A new dial-up pad interface is included for Skype-out phone calls, with available credit displayed.
In addition to Skype-out and Twitter, Nimbuzz continues to support messaging and voice calls ...
Nimbuzz updated for iPhone VoIP-over-3G
by David Masters
Nimbuzz has updated its iPhone applcation to include VoIP-over-3G call functionality.
Other new functions include support for Twitter and Skype-out.
Skype-out enables users to make low-cost VoIP calls direct to landlines in over 50 countries.
A new dial-up pad interface is included for Skype-out phone calls, with available credit displayed.
In addition to Skype-out and Twitter, Nimbuzz continues to support messaging and voice calls ...
March 4, 2009
VoIP technology has taken a step forward with the pairing of award-winning phone handset manufacturer snom, with innovative WAN optimizer SmartShare, to bring to users a much higher quality signal and reliability, even when the internet is congested.
Utilising SmartShare’s StraightShaper innovation, snom can now offer the cost savings of VoIP with the quality and reliability of landlines.
And not only are ...
Snom And SmartShare Team Up
by Alan Harten
VoIP technology has taken a step forward with the pairing of award-winning phone handset manufacturer snom, with innovative WAN optimizer SmartShare, to bring to users a much higher quality signal and reliability, even when the internet is congested.
Utilising SmartShare’s StraightShaper innovation, snom can now offer the cost savings of VoIP with the quality and reliability of landlines.
And not only are ...
February 24, 2009
Cambridge based Camrivox Ltd, a developer of Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) software, has joined with snom technology AG, which specialises in VoIP phones, to develop snom Flexor CTI for Dynamics CRM.
The new software combines Dynamics CRM, a customer relationship management system, with snom IP telephony, providing a CTI-CRM solution designed to help businesses maximise their return on investment.
snom Flexor ...
snom Flexor CTI for Dynamics CRM announced
by Jan Harris
Cambridge based Camrivox Ltd, a developer of Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) software, has joined with snom technology AG, which specialises in VoIP phones, to develop snom Flexor CTI for Dynamics CRM.
The new software combines Dynamics CRM, a customer relationship management system, with snom IP telephony, providing a CTI-CRM solution designed to help businesses maximise their return on investment.
snom Flexor ...
February 19, 2009
VoIP provider Truphone announced Tuesday plans to launch Truphone Local Anywhere, a low-cost single-SIM international mobile service.
Any mobile calls made on the SIM in supported countries will be charged at local rates, with users saving up to 80% on roaming charges compared to traditional networks.
The service - to be launched later this year - will feature full number portability for ...
Truphone launches international roaming SIM
by David Masters
VoIP provider Truphone announced Tuesday plans to launch Truphone Local Anywhere, a low-cost single-SIM international mobile service.
Any mobile calls made on the SIM in supported countries will be charged at local rates, with users saving up to 80% on roaming charges compared to traditional networks.
The service - to be launched later this year - will feature full number portability for ...
February 18, 2009
According to a recent study, snom technology’s VoIP telephones are the most efficient in terms of power consumption.
The study, by the Research Group for Telecommunication Networks at the Frankfurt am Main University of Applied Sciences, involved testing 23 VoIP telephones from major manufacturers.
It looked at power consumption in idle mode, during conversations, idle mode after a conversation, during ...
Snom VoIP uses less power
by Jan Harris
According to a recent study, snom technology’s VoIP telephones are the most efficient in terms of power consumption.
The study, by the Research Group for Telecommunication Networks at the Frankfurt am Main University of Applied Sciences, involved testing 23 VoIP telephones from major manufacturers.
It looked at power consumption in idle mode, during conversations, idle mode after a conversation, during ...
January 29, 2009
German VoIP telephone maker, snom technology AG, will showcase the world's first touchscreen VoIP handset with drag-and-drop functionality at this year's CeBIT tradeshow, 3-8 March 2009.
The snom 870 incorporates an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, the company said, enabling the user to easily connect calls and set up telephone conferences.
Conference calls are created by simply dragging and dropping the button icons of ...
VoIP handset with drag-and-drop touchscreen
by David Masters
German VoIP telephone maker, snom technology AG, will showcase the world's first touchscreen VoIP handset with drag-and-drop functionality at this year's CeBIT tradeshow, 3-8 March 2009.
The snom 870 incorporates an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, the company said, enabling the user to easily connect calls and set up telephone conferences.
Conference calls are created by simply dragging and dropping the button icons of ...
January 2, 2009
AltiGen Communications Inc has expanded its MAX1000 and MAX1000R platforms with the MAX2000 VoIP phone system.
The MAX2000 is designed to bring the benefits of VoIP to small business, and supports up to 100 users.
The upgraded system provides built-in hot swappable RAID-1 storage array and redundant hot swappable power supplies, giving extra protection against unplanned power outages.
MAX2000 also offers ...
AltiGen launches MAX2000 VoIP phone
by Jan Harris
AltiGen Communications Inc has expanded its MAX1000 and MAX1000R platforms with the MAX2000 VoIP phone system.
The MAX2000 is designed to bring the benefits of VoIP to small business, and supports up to 100 users.
The upgraded system provides built-in hot swappable RAID-1 storage array and redundant hot swappable power supplies, giving extra protection against unplanned power outages.
MAX2000 also offers ...
November 26, 2008
Nimbuzz has launched a free application for the iPhone and iPod touch, allowing users to benefit from the Nimbuzz service, which provides free mobile Instant Messaging, (geo) presence and VoIP over WiFi.
The service is compatible with well known instant messaging communities and social networks, such as Skype, Yahoo! Messenger, Facebook, MySpace, AIM, Windows Live Messenger, Google Talk, ICQ, and ...
Nibmuzz launches application for iPhone
by Jan Harris
Nimbuzz has launched a free application for the iPhone and iPod touch, allowing users to benefit from the Nimbuzz service, which provides free mobile Instant Messaging, (geo) presence and VoIP over WiFi.
The service is compatible with well known instant messaging communities and social networks, such as Skype, Yahoo! Messenger, Facebook, MySpace, AIM, Windows Live Messenger, Google Talk, ICQ, and ...
October 16, 2008
Mobile VoIP provider, Vopium, has announced that its service is now available on Blackberry devices.
Users of the BlackBerry Pearl, Curve and the BlackBerry 8800 series, can now download and install Vopium and benefit from significant cost savings.
Vopium users can save up to 90% on international calls and SMS messages from their home country.
Whan a user makes ...
Vopium launched on BlackBerry
by Jan Harris
Mobile VoIP provider, Vopium, has announced that its service is now available on Blackberry devices.
Users of the BlackBerry Pearl, Curve and the BlackBerry 8800 series, can now download and install Vopium and benefit from significant cost savings.
Vopium users can save up to 90% on international calls and SMS messages from their home country.
Whan a user makes ...
October 15, 2008
snom technology AG is launching a new VoIP phone designed for business users, the snom 820.
The phone combines snom's tried and tested VoIP technology with the latest in handset functionality and design.
The snom 820 features a high-resolution TFT color display, making it easy to view data through the XML browser.
It supports WiFi standard 802.11 and high-quality sound ...
snom launches 820 VoIP business phone
by Jan Harris
snom technology AG is launching a new VoIP phone designed for business users, the snom 820.
The phone combines snom's tried and tested VoIP technology with the latest in handset functionality and design.
The snom 820 features a high-resolution TFT color display, making it easy to view data through the XML browser.
It supports WiFi standard 802.11 and high-quality sound ...
September 24, 2008
Inclarity, the hosted VoIP provider, has launched a Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) service, which is compatible with Nokia E and N series dual-mode mobile phones.
It allows workers to use just one device to access both fixed wireline and wireless networks, therefore benefiting from free or cheaper calls Wi-Fi calls.
The service also means that workers need just one handset, ...
Inclarity launches fixed-mobile convergence service
by Jan Harris
Inclarity, the hosted VoIP provider, has launched a Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) service, which is compatible with Nokia E and N series dual-mode mobile phones.
It allows workers to use just one device to access both fixed wireline and wireless networks, therefore benefiting from free or cheaper calls Wi-Fi calls.
The service also means that workers need just one handset, ...
August 11, 2008
Global IP Solutions (GIPS) has announced the GIPS VoiceEngine Mobile, which allows application developers to integrate high-quality, real-time VoIP on Apple's iPhone.
GIPS solution allows iPhone users to benefit from services such as real-time, in-game, multi-person chat.
According to GIPS' CEO, Emerick Woods, "With GIPS VoiceEngine Mobile, we are providing the capabilities that turn voice into IP packets so they ...
GIPS enables iPhone with VoIP
by Jan Harris
Global IP Solutions (GIPS) has announced the GIPS VoiceEngine Mobile, which allows application developers to integrate high-quality, real-time VoIP on Apple's iPhone.
GIPS solution allows iPhone users to benefit from services such as real-time, in-game, multi-person chat.
According to GIPS' CEO, Emerick Woods, "With GIPS VoiceEngine Mobile, we are providing the capabilities that turn voice into IP packets so they ...
July 10, 2008
snom technology AG and Konftel AB have reached a mutual agreement on a future co-operation.
The objective of this co-operation is to share experience and technology with each other.
In April they introduced a new cordless DECT VoIP phone, the snom m3.
The mobile VoIP phone is the company’s first cordless offering and is being targeted to home offices, SMBs or ...
Snom and Konftel Get Together For Mutual Benefit
by Alan Harten
snom technology AG and Konftel AB have reached a mutual agreement on a future co-operation.
The objective of this co-operation is to share experience and technology with each other.
In April they introduced a new cordless DECT VoIP phone, the snom m3.
The mobile VoIP phone is the company’s first cordless offering and is being targeted to home offices, SMBs or ...
July 9, 2008
Pictures are emerging of an ugrade to 3's Skypephone, a 3G mobile phone which allows users to make free Skype to Skype VoIP calls and send free Skype instant messages to other Skype users.
The images of the upgraded version were published on 'Just Another Mobile Phone Blog', following approval of the device by US communications regulator, the Federal Communications ...
3 Skypephone upgrade rumoured
by Jan Harris
Pictures are emerging of an ugrade to 3's Skypephone, a 3G mobile phone which allows users to make free Skype to Skype VoIP calls and send free Skype instant messages to other Skype users.
The images of the upgraded version were published on 'Just Another Mobile Phone Blog', following approval of the device by US communications regulator, the Federal Communications ...
July 3, 2008
Nimbuzz is a mobile VoIP and IM provider that also brings IM and voice to social networks.
They have announced that they have managed to raise $15 million of Second Round funding to assist them with their growth plans
Nimbuzz intends to use the new cash injection to assist in the development of its product range, to enable the software to ...
Nimbuzz gets $15 million shot in the arm
by Alan Harten
Nimbuzz is a mobile VoIP and IM provider that also brings IM and voice to social networks.
They have announced that they have managed to raise $15 million of Second Round funding to assist them with their growth plans
Nimbuzz intends to use the new cash injection to assist in the development of its product range, to enable the software to ...