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FCC filing reveals unannounced (and mysterious) Archos DECT device
It looks like the FCC has revealed an unannounced Archos device. And while that would normally come as an interesting tidbit, this latest filing comes with a bit of mystery. That being said, we have yet to hear anything official from Archos and at this time the FCC information simply states that this device is more »
Archos 35 Smart Home Phone and Home Connect web radio coming to your home
It looks like Archos is diverting its product line a bit from mobile computing devices to a more “immobile” product line as it announces two new home devices – the Archos 35 Smart Home Phone and Archos Home Connect for web radio streaming. Interestingly, both home devices will be running Android OS. The Archos 35 more »
Panasonic aims to merge landline and cellular contacts with “Cellular Phonebook Transfer”
While Sprint seems intent on killing off landlines by offering users the ability to call any mobile number from any carrier with their new Any Mobile, Anytime calling option, Panasonic has seemingly gone in the opposite direction with their latest announcement. The have announced what they are referring to as the “industry’s first bluetooth enabled more »
Vtech’s launches the IS6110; a cordless phone with instant messaging goodness
In this day and age of high powered mobile phones and web based communication applications, we couldn’t help but wonder if there is still a need for a home phone. The Vtech people must have the same thought on their mind when they were conceptualizing the IS6110 cordless phone that’s why they decided to include an Instant Messaging function.
Well, it looks like Vtech might have caught onto something new. For one, their IS6110 cordless phone is the world’s first cordless phone with built-in IM features with support for MSN Messenger, Windows Live Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger. And for that, it certainly deserves some accolades. But if you think that IM is all there is in the IS6110, think again as it is packed with some nifty features too.
Travelers can carry on, power up with Philips’ webcams, VoIP phones
Phillips are another company getting behind the 2008 VoIP trend with the launch of a range of attractive looking webcams and VoIP phones.
VoIP isn’t new but it has certainly gained more acceptance in recent years as a genuine business instrument, rather than a home application that helped people keep in touch, where the cost and novelty made up for the poor quality of the image and the restriction of the typical headset.
“More consumers are relying on Internet communication to stay in touch, so it is essential that reliable and high-performance technology is available for even the longest calls and most demanding callers,” said Glenn McIlmail, vice president, customer marketing Peripherals and Accessories, Philips Consumer Lifestyle North America. “Philips is offering solutions to open the world to clear, low-cost communication, allowing everyone to stay connected with business contacts, friends and family across the globe.”















