A phone that supports Skype (without the need of a computer) and makes calls using WiFi is due for launch next year, Engadget reports. The WiFi SkyFone WM1185-T from Accton starts shipping early next year with a retail price of below $150. In theory, WiFi phones should have a huge impact on the telecoms market (esp as they don’t have to place calls through regular cell phone network careers) – but should we be interested in this phone? You tell us.
The WiFi Skype Phone
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Inspiration to make things better.
Actually, this is not that new a thing.
SkyNET has this sort of phone in the works for a launch early next year.
We also, right now, have a USB soft-phone based appliance that will allow you to place a WiFi VoIP call with the laptop you already have.
All you need is a Hot Spot. Starbuck’s, Mickey D’s, the airport…anywhere.
Regards,
November 9th, 2005 at 5:03 pm
Wireless VOIP phone
It will allow you to make phone calls using your broadband connection, whether you are at home, in your office, or at a public hotspot. Probably a reason why e-bay bought skype?
https://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/oet/forms/blobs/retrieve.cgi?attachment_id=598126&native_or_pdf=pdf
November 10th, 2005 at 8:24 am
You can do this right now with the USB phone I mentioned earlier.
Your broadband connection or at some Hot Spot….it works anywhere.
November 10th, 2005 at 1:17 pm