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Easy as VoIP

July 25th, 2008

A4Tech Internet Phone Keyboard

I was visiting some computer shops last week and was surprise to see an Internet Phone Keyboard model # KIP(S)-800 by A4Tech. It has a handphone attached to the keyboard. Amazing!

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Features:

  • USB IP phone that is built on the keyboard
  • Now you can call anywhere for FREE! Simply install Skype™ software, plug in the Internet phone keyboard and dial/connect to any other Skype™ user in the world.
  • Compatible with telephony services such as MSN™, AOL™, Yahoo™, and Skype™
  • It’s just like a regular house phone. Pick it up and start chatting.
  • Enhanced to prevent Repetitive strain injury caused from typing
  • USB Digital Audio In / out ports
  • Integrated echo cancellation and noise reduction technology delivers life like conversation quality
  • Familiar built-in ringer when there is incoming calls
  • Support Multimedia Type Design, 17 Multi-functional Hot Keys can support Sleep, Volume Regulate , E-mail and Internet
  • Powerful one-touch controls for instant access to your favorite music files and Internet destination
  • Earphone/Telephone Switch button
  • Reduces the common typing noise, enhances stability, and finest quality

[via A4Tech ]

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 24th, 2008

MySpeed PC VoIP

If you wish to have a VoIP service, you must have a good broadband connection since VoIP quality relies mostly on how consistent is your Internet connectivity.

MySpeed PC VoIP is a utility tool that makes sure your internet connection will perform best with VoIP activities. VoIP packets are transmitted simultaneously and requires a non-congested internet traffic. With this too, you will be able to test your connection for VoIP quality and broadband speeds real time.

MySpeed PC VoIP comes in two editions:

  1. MySpeed PC VoIP Standard
    MySpeed PC broadband speed testing, plus test your connection for VoIP quality

    • Accurately measures jitter and packet loss of your Internet connection for Voice over IP (VoIP) usage by simulating VoIP traffic, reports the quality and performance of your connection.
    • Managed Testing continually performs automated VoIP simulation tests of your connection over time.
    • A local database collects all test measurements for current and future comparative analysis.
    • Includes flexible reporting of your results for easy comparison and analysis of test results.
  2. MySpeed PC VoIP Advanced
    • MySpeed PC VoIP Standard features, plus network route analysis with packet loss and latency reports, and MOS Score rating
    • Performs network route testing for more in-depth connectivity analysis to identify where connectivity problems occur.
    • Provides the Mean Opinion Score (MOS) measurement of your VoIP connection quality.

For complete details and pricing of the product, click here.

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 23rd, 2008

Tux Droid VOIP

tux_droid.jpgA complete companion for your Linux PC that turns your unit into an automated alert system, remote control and even as VoIP Phone. Tux Droid VOIP is a gadget that is wirelessly connected to your Linux PC and Tux (the penguin) will do the job after customizing it.

Product Features

  • Tux Droid Robot wirelessly connects to your Linux based PC and alerts you of events with sound and motion
  • Tux Droid can take inputs via sound and touch
  • Open source software allows for easy programming of Tux widgets in Python
  • Built in rechargable battery
  • Included wireless 2.4 GHz link

For a video demo, click here.

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 22nd, 2008

VoIP Now 25 Killer VoIP Gadgets

VoIP Now recently compiled 25 Killer VoIP Gadgets for those VoIP enthusiasts. VoIP has been a big market in the IP telephony industry and keeping up with the latest gadgets and tools for VoIP users is a must to retain in business. This compilation comprises of VoIP phones, headsets, webcam, wireless devices, and more.

Lucky enough that one of my previous post here is included in the list. #15 Linksys Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP. I have also posted some gadgets that are as well included in the list in this blog like the EasyVoIP Recorder and magicJack.

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 21st, 2008

snom KlarVOICE Wideband VoIP Handset

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This is the snom KlarVOICE Wideband VoIP Handset that its audio quality is compared to the FM radio. It uses G.722 codec that makes the audio clear and crisp. It can be connected to any snom phone in the 3xx family.

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July 19th, 2008

Asterisk/snom Bundles

Snom now offers IP-PBX novice bundles for your IP Telephony needs. Each is packaged to meet your infrastructure needs.

Novice Bundle

  • 5 x snom 360
  •  5 x snom Flexor Manager Outlook Integrations-Client
  • 1 x 50 EUR voucher for your next purchase of snmo hardware products
  • 1 x Asterisk/snom setup training
  • Bundle price: 1.049.99 EUR (plus taxes, if applicable, and shipping)

Extended Novice Bundle

  • 5 x snom 370
  • 5 x snom Flexor Manager Outlook Integrations-Client
  • 1 x 50 EUR voucher good for your next purchase of snom hardware products
  • 1 x Asterisk/snom setup training
  • 1x snom XML browser Appliction cofiguration
  • Bundle price: 1.199.99 EUR (plus taxes, if applicable, and shipping

For more details about this product package, please visit snom products page.

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 18th, 2008

ScopServ-VoIP

ScopServ-VoIP is a Web-based management interface (GUI) for the Asterisk system which can be accessed by any XHTML 1.0+ browser. It supports a lot of features like: multiple languages, multiple users, reporting tools, personal IVR, and an end user UI. It is available in SOHO, SMB, Professional, and ITSP editions.

For more information, please visit http://www.scopserv.com/

[ via Freshmeat ]

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 17th, 2008

Microsoft Response Point 1.0 Service Pack 1

Have you tried Microsoft Response Point 1.0 Service Pack 1? Well, I just learned this lately when a friend of my forwarded me a newsletter about this product. Anyway, here’s a brief description from Microsoft’s website:

Microsoft® Response Point™ 1.0 Service Pack 1 (SP1) introduces new-and-improved features that expand your voice service options, empower the administrator to better manage the system, and enhance the phone system experience for everyday users and callers.

In Service Pack 1, Response Point is equipped with a VoIP gateway that allows you to set up cost-saving VoIP service, offered through Internet Telephony Service Providers (ITSPs). With VoIP service, you can configure direct-dial numbers so that your business can have multiple phone numbers, without the hassle and cost of setting up new analog phone lines. Configure VoIP service, analog service, or a combination of both voice services—in SP1, the choice is now yours.

[ via Microsoft Download ]

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 16th, 2008

The A1 InnovationDays Contest

Hi guys, here’s an event, a content you might want to join and showcase your IT skills. The A1 InnovationDays Contest is an international developer challenge aiming to create, discuss and vote for cool services built on IP-based communication (SIP & IMS). The final aim is to prototype your submitted ideas at the monastery Und. It especially welcome ideas that benefit our customers.

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For more information, please visit their official website at http://www.a1innovations.at/en/static/a1innovationdays.

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments

July 15th, 2008

How to Save Money on iPhone Calls using Truphone

Yeah, everything is getting expensive and people are trying to save in all sorts of ways. And here’s one way to save your iPhone Call bills with the help of Truphone.

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By Jerome Locson -- 0 comments