April 1, 2008
Sipcall.com Inc. has launched Hipsip, a free worldwide mobile communications community, providing Skype, SIP and EmailCall from any mobile phone. US company Sipcall.com develops innovative Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) services for consumers worldwide.
Hipsip is Sipcall’s mobile VoIP service that allows calls to Skype and SIP contacts from any mobile phone, and does not require the installation of an application ...
Sipcall’s free VoIP calls from any mobile phone browser
by Lin Freestone
Sipcall.com Inc. has launched Hipsip, a free worldwide mobile communications community, providing Skype, SIP and EmailCall from any mobile phone. US company Sipcall.com develops innovative Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) services for consumers worldwide.
Hipsip is Sipcall’s mobile VoIP service that allows calls to Skype and SIP contacts from any mobile phone, and does not require the installation of an application ...
March 31, 2008
snom technology has announced the launch of the snom m3, a new IP DECT phone which represents the company's first cordless offering.
The snom m3 is designed to provide VoIP communications to businesses of all sizes, and helps to fill a gap in the market for IP DECT phones.
The phone was designed by Sebastian Stroschein of Stroschein Product Design, ...
Snom technology announces IP DECT phone
by Jan Harris
snom technology has announced the launch of the snom m3, a new IP DECT phone which represents the company's first cordless offering.
The snom m3 is designed to provide VoIP communications to businesses of all sizes, and helps to fill a gap in the market for IP DECT phones.
The phone was designed by Sebastian Stroschein of Stroschein Product Design, ...
March 27, 2008
Nokia has announced the availability of the Nokia 6300i in Q2 2008, a GSM mobile phone offering a fully integrated VoIP client.
The phone has a high-speed WLAN Internet connection and allows up to two thousand VoIP, home and mobile numbers to be listed side-by-side. Dedicated WLAN and VoIP symbols indicate the connection status and whether the GSM network ...
Nokia introduces 6300i GSM, VoIP Phone
by Jan Harris
Nokia has announced the availability of the Nokia 6300i in Q2 2008, a GSM mobile phone offering a fully integrated VoIP client.
The phone has a high-speed WLAN Internet connection and allows up to two thousand VoIP, home and mobile numbers to be listed side-by-side. Dedicated WLAN and VoIP symbols indicate the connection status and whether the GSM network ...
March 14, 2008
Thomson announced the Symbio all-in-one DECT phone and wireless internet radio at the CeBIT technology event in Hannover.
The wireless DECT and VoIP phone features caller ID, which is displayed on a 128x128 colour screen; an address book for up to 200 names and numbers; and hands-free functions. It also provides a log of the 50 most recent incoming calls. ...
Thomson announces Symbio VoIP phone at CeBIT
by Jan Harris
Thomson announced the Symbio all-in-one DECT phone and wireless internet radio at the CeBIT technology event in Hannover.
The wireless DECT and VoIP phone features caller ID, which is displayed on a 128x128 colour screen; an address book for up to 200 names and numbers; and hands-free functions. It also provides a log of the 50 most recent incoming calls. ...
March 10, 2008
Apple has announced that it will allow VoIP clients on the iPhone and iPod, through its new software development kit.
However, any VoIP solutions developed with the kit will have to work over Wi-Fi and not through the cellular network.
The iPhone SDK agreement says that "If an Application requires or will have access to the carrier network, then additionally ...
iPhone SDK to enable VoIP
by Jan Harris
Apple has announced that it will allow VoIP clients on the iPhone and iPod, through its new software development kit.
However, any VoIP solutions developed with the kit will have to work over Wi-Fi and not through the cellular network.
The iPhone SDK agreement says that "If an Application requires or will have access to the carrier network, then additionally ...
March 7, 2008
At a recent Q&A session conducted by Apple executives, it was revealed that VoIP would be allowed on the iTunes App Store so long as the applications only ran over Wifi, not cellular networks (such as EDGE). Allowing VoIP to run over EDGE connections would directly compete with AT&T's voice plans, but even Wifi support for VoIP could be very ...
Apple would allow VoIP on WiFi
by Lin Freestone
At a recent Q&A session conducted by Apple executives, it was revealed that VoIP would be allowed on the iTunes App Store so long as the applications only ran over Wifi, not cellular networks (such as EDGE). Allowing VoIP to run over EDGE connections would directly compete with AT&T's voice plans, but even Wifi support for VoIP could be very ...
February 27, 2008
Cambridge Consultants is to design and develop a VoIP handset for Florida-based xG Technology Inc, in a multi-million dollar contract.
xG Technology selected Cambridge Consultants for its expertise in developing innovative products and its ability to get product to market quickly.
The TX60 next generation handset is capable of wide area operation enabled by xG’s proprietary xMax technology. It will ...
Cambridge Consultants develops VoIP handset for xG Technology
by Jan Harris
Cambridge Consultants is to design and develop a VoIP handset for Florida-based xG Technology Inc, in a multi-million dollar contract.
xG Technology selected Cambridge Consultants for its expertise in developing innovative products and its ability to get product to market quickly.
The TX60 next generation handset is capable of wide area operation enabled by xG’s proprietary xMax technology. It will ...
February 26, 2008
Taiwan is emerging as one of the leading supply centres for VoIP products worldwide. The surge in production volume and value in 2007 is predicted to continue throughout 2008.
The export value of Taiwan’s VoIP gateways and IP PBXs with VoIP gateway functions was in the region of $73m in 2007. This was an increase of 73.8% over the figure of ...
Taiwan leads in volume production of VoIP products
by Lin Freestone
Taiwan is emerging as one of the leading supply centres for VoIP products worldwide. The surge in production volume and value in 2007 is predicted to continue throughout 2008.
The export value of Taiwan’s VoIP gateways and IP PBXs with VoIP gateway functions was in the region of $73m in 2007. This was an increase of 73.8% over the figure of ...
February 19, 2008
Sony Europe has launched a range of new headsets with hands free capability for VoIP calls and internet chat. They can also be used to listen to music, and for multi-player games.
The headsets are designed to provide clear voice and sound transmission over the internet. They feature a fully adjustable rotating flexible boom microphone with Sony noise-cancelling technology ...
Sony launches VoIP headsets
by Jan Harris
Sony Europe has launched a range of new headsets with hands free capability for VoIP calls and internet chat. They can also be used to listen to music, and for multi-player games.
The headsets are designed to provide clear voice and sound transmission over the internet. They feature a fully adjustable rotating flexible boom microphone with Sony noise-cancelling technology ...
February 16, 2008
Cisco has brought out two security solutions to defend against potentially dangerous exploits via its VoIP kit, including the possibility of malicious code being injected into vulnerable networks.
Vulnerabilities in Cisco IP Phones and its Unified Communications Manager call management software are covered.
A range of Cisco 7900 Series IP Phones are subject to multiple flaws. Some of these may be vulnerable ...
VoIP security solutions from Cisco
by Lin Freestone
Cisco has brought out two security solutions to defend against potentially dangerous exploits via its VoIP kit, including the possibility of malicious code being injected into vulnerable networks.
Vulnerabilities in Cisco IP Phones and its Unified Communications Manager call management software are covered.
A range of Cisco 7900 Series IP Phones are subject to multiple flaws. Some of these may be vulnerable ...
February 15, 2008
A portable VoIP phone that uses WiMAX data communication was among the products on show at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The Congress, which featured exhibitors from Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, and is one of the largest mobile communications shows in the world, ran until February 14th.
The phone is compatible with All IP communication ...
Portable VoIP phone on show in Barcelona
by Lin Freestone
A portable VoIP phone that uses WiMAX data communication was among the products on show at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The Congress, which featured exhibitors from Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, and is one of the largest mobile communications shows in the world, ran until February 14th.
The phone is compatible with All IP communication ...
January 31, 2008
Toshiba Mobile is entering the UK smartphone market with a three new phones, including a USB modem/VoIP phone hybrid - the G450.
Toshiba is marketing the G450 as a USB broadband modem, which allows the user to browse the web without having to hunt for a WiFi hotspot. It is HSDPA capable, providing fast broadband speeds.
The G450 also ...
Toshiba brings VoIP phone/modem to UK
by Jan Harris
Toshiba Mobile is entering the UK smartphone market with a three new phones, including a USB modem/VoIP phone hybrid - the G450.
Toshiba is marketing the G450 as a USB broadband modem, which allows the user to browse the web without having to hunt for a WiFi hotspot. It is HSDPA capable, providing fast broadband speeds.
The G450 also ...
January 29, 2008
IP phone revenues are expected to double over the next five years, reaching just over $6bn by 2012. Shipments of IP phones are forecast to grow 25% a year over the same period.
These predictions are from Dell’Oro Group, the source of in-depth, objective research and analysis that enables component manufacturers, equipment vendors, and investment firms to make fact-based, strategic ...
IP phone revenues forecast to reach $6bn by 2012
by Lin Freestone
IP phone revenues are expected to double over the next five years, reaching just over $6bn by 2012. Shipments of IP phones are forecast to grow 25% a year over the same period.
These predictions are from Dell’Oro Group, the source of in-depth, objective research and analysis that enables component manufacturers, equipment vendors, and investment firms to make fact-based, strategic ...
January 28, 2008
For sheer novelty value the VoIP mouse is hard to beat. Currently available from USBfever.com, the three-in-one mouse has an integrated VoIP unit, complete with speaker and microphone.
The speaker connector can be unplugged when not required - when using a laptop speaker for example.
The mouse has a Scroll Wheel, so no need to rely on the scroll ...
VoIP mouse available from USBfever
by Jan Harris
For sheer novelty value the VoIP mouse is hard to beat. Currently available from USBfever.com, the three-in-one mouse has an integrated VoIP unit, complete with speaker and microphone.
The speaker connector can be unplugged when not required - when using a laptop speaker for example.
The mouse has a Scroll Wheel, so no need to rely on the scroll ...
January 25, 2008
TalkSwitch, a Canadian leader in the design and manufacture of innovative telephone systems for small and multi-location businesses, has been chosen the best VoIP system for small business by the readers of Small Business Computing Magazine.
Being selected by the professionals who choose and rely on TalkSwitch to run their businesses every day has been recognised as a great accolade by ...
TalkSwitch voted best VoIP system for small business
by Lin Freestone
TalkSwitch, a Canadian leader in the design and manufacture of innovative telephone systems for small and multi-location businesses, has been chosen the best VoIP system for small business by the readers of Small Business Computing Magazine.
Being selected by the professionals who choose and rely on TalkSwitch to run their businesses every day has been recognised as a great accolade by ...
January 10, 2008
Raketu, a P2P VoIP application provider, has launched a new application which makes VoIP available on Blackberry smartphones.
The launch of the Raketu BlackBerry application marks Raketu's entry into the mobile business market.
The application, which is web-based, allows Blackberry users to make international calls via VoIP, without needing to download any additional software.
Blackberry users simply log on to BlackBerry.raketu.com ...
Raketu launches VoIP for BlackBerry devices
by Jan Harris
Raketu, a P2P VoIP application provider, has launched a new application which makes VoIP available on Blackberry smartphones.
The launch of the Raketu BlackBerry application marks Raketu's entry into the mobile business market.
The application, which is web-based, allows Blackberry users to make international calls via VoIP, without needing to download any additional software.
Blackberry users simply log on to BlackBerry.raketu.com ...Broadcom and Trolltech partnership to develop Linus-based VoIP
by Lin Freestone
Chipmaker Broadcom and Qtopia software maker Trolltech are developing a multimedia VoIP development platform for next-generation IP phone manufacturers. The companies announced their collaboration at the CES show in Las Vegas held between 7 and 10 January 2008.
The development platform is intended for original equipment manufacturers that want to build next generation IP phones. It combines Broadcom's technology and Trolltech's ...
January 8, 2008
Vonage, a leading provider of digital phone services, introduced 'MyVonage' on 7 January 2008 at CES in Las Vegas. ‘MyVonage’ is an initiative to promote devices, services, and features that allow the customer to choose how he uses the service.
The first of these devices and services to be launched is the V-Portal, a digital voice adapter and router with an ...
Introduction of V-Portal from Vonage
by Lin Freestone
Vonage, a leading provider of digital phone services, introduced 'MyVonage' on 7 January 2008 at CES in Las Vegas. ‘MyVonage’ is an initiative to promote devices, services, and features that allow the customer to choose how he uses the service.
The first of these devices and services to be launched is the V-Portal, a digital voice adapter and router with an ...Belkin announces desktop Internet phone for Skype
by Jan Harris
Belkin announced its new Desktop Internet Phone for Skype at the CES 2008 event in Las Vegas.
The phone, which comes with a price tag of $99.99, can make and receive calls without a computer having to be turned on. It initiates automatic login to Skype and can be plugged directly into a wired or wireless router, or a live ...
January 2, 2008
Touchmods has released version 1.0 of SIP-VoIP for the iPod Touch, allowing users to make VoIP calls via a WiFi connection.
According to Touchmods, it is the world's first free SIP-VoIP application for the iPod Touch.
Although the iPod Touch doesn't have a microphone, Touchmods has released instructions for building one, which can be attached to the device's dock connector.
For ...
Touchmods hack brings VoIP to iPod Touch
by Jan Harris
Touchmods has released version 1.0 of SIP-VoIP for the iPod Touch, allowing users to make VoIP calls via a WiFi connection.
According to Touchmods, it is the world's first free SIP-VoIP application for the iPod Touch.
Although the iPod Touch doesn't have a microphone, Touchmods has released instructions for building one, which can be attached to the device's dock connector.
For ...
