Wireless Handsets Deliver VoIP Calls
May 19th, 2006 - Posted in WirelessYou use your handheld wireless cell-phone to talk to your colleagues via a cellular network. So why not use a handheld wireless IP phone to connect to VoIP service providers?
Linksys this week introduced a pair of handsets that do precisely that. On the outside, they look like typical handheld cellphones; but instead of connecting to cellular networks they instead feature built-in 802.11b/g compatibility allowing you to link up with your local wireless router or access point and use VoIP calling services over the Internet (you’ll need to purchase/provide the VoIP service separately, however). With the pricier of the initial two entries you can connect not only in your home or office environment, but you can also connect to your VoIP provider and make calls from public hot spots, as well. Oh, and when you feel the surfing urge, the pricier version also includes an embedded Web browser and can receive and view live video feeds.
Also debuting this week: New startup moka5 wants to virtualize your PC experience and make it ‘Net accessible. Though not yet in beta, their LivePC technology is on our radar.
Finally, multiple Enterprise IT Planet Product Guide briefings were updated as the result of new product capabilities this week, including GFI MailSecurity, with a new A/V engine option; a new ExpressCard flavored Gigabit Ethernet adapter from Linksys; and a new entry-level version of the not-just-for-SANs SANmaestro.
Source: enterpriseitplanet.com