January 9, 2007

VoIP connects with Phillips DECT and Netgear

by Brian Turner

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The world of VoIP - Voice over Internet Protocol - saw a boost today, when Phillips and Netgear both announced dual-use VoIP and Dect phones.

Phillips began the foray, announcing the launch of the VOIP841 and VOIP443 at CES.

Both are dual-use DECT and VoIP handsets - which means that they can be used as ordinary cordless phones, and also for VoIP applications. The VOIP841 additionally allows for a different call tone for landline and VoIP calls.

Additionally, Skype has also announced a new set of DECT digital cordless phones from Netgear.

Netgear is a more common name to wireless products, and it’s SPH200D is a dual-mode DECT and VoIP phone as well. Ipevo and Topcom also announced phones for the VoIP market.

All of the digital phones are certified for use with Skype, which recently launched Skype 3.0, an upgraded service that allows for community-led text discussions, live moderated conversations, as well as games functionality for Skype users.

Overall, with over 150 certified products from Skype, the VoIP market shows real signs of continued expansion. The additional of dual DECT/VoIP phones from Phillips shows the introduction of mainstream manufacturers into the market - a sure sign that it is receiving very serious attention.

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