Author Archives: Calumm
Avaya Launches its Flare® Communicator for Apple iPad® Tablets
Today, we have the capability to complete most of our office work from the comfort of our home. How nice would it be to put your iPad to work and give it the chance to earn its keep around the … Continue reading
AT&T Launches Cloud-Based UC Services
AT&T has launched its cloud-based Unified Communications Services (UC Services) that helps organizations cut costs and exercise control over unnecessary expenses. AT&T, with its vast experience in mobility, cloud computing, voice and IP services, is now bringing UC services to … Continue reading
Sigma Designs Ups the Ante on Home Video-Conferencing
Just when you think video-conferencing technology can’t evolve any further, Sigma Designs steps up with a game-changer. A world leader in connected media platforms, Sigma Designs has launched a suite of home video-conferencing systems targeted at the consumer electronics market. … Continue reading
New Skype-type Wireless Access in the Pipeline
If you haven’t heard of FreedomPop yet, you will. Here’s a hint: it’s not a soft drink or a Popsicle treat. FreedomPop is the name of a new company that will provide basic wireless solutions for laptops and mobile devices, … Continue reading
Wi-Fi and VoIP technologies on one platform for businesses: ShoreTel Mobility and Ruckus Wireless Make it Happen
Desk phones, long considered a staple for telecommunications, are being replaced by the myriad models of mobile devices now available, from smartphones to tablets of various shapes and sizes. As these gadgets continue to gain popularity in the work world, … Continue reading
Educate Yourself on VoIP Before Buying Service
Think of the VoIP service add-ons — the extra features and functionalities beyond the basics — as items on a restaurant menu. You may be told how creamy the cheesecake is and how heavenly the chocolate cake is today. But … Continue reading
Skype and Facebook: Friendlier Than Ever
Skype, one of the leading free VoIP telephony solutions providers in the world, recently, launched the Skype 5.4 Beta for Mac users and Skype 5.7 Beta for Windows users. These latest services enable users to conduct a video call with … Continue reading
Mobile VoIP
Although not as prevalent as its traditional counterpart, mobile VoIP is definitely available. And why shouldn’t it be? Why shouldn’t the savings and convenience of VoIP translate over to the increasingly popular mobile market? After all, mobile phones and computers … Continue reading
Mindspeed Technologies, Inc. enables Mitsubishi Electric to improve router performance and value-added services
Mindspeed Technologies Inc., a supplier of semiconductor solutions for network infrastructure applications, has now launched its Comcerto® 1000 — a customer premises equipment processor. The Comcerto® 1000 is propelling an advanced gateway from Mitsubishi Electric, which is being set up … Continue reading
Teo is Made in the USA
Teo, a VoIP provider, is proud to announce that its new Unified Communications solution is made in the USA. Teo describes the solution as a SIP-based VoIP solutions platform that integrates a variety of communications services via software-based product. This … Continue reading
San Diego Treat
Live near San Diego? Than you’re in for a real treat. Computer Support of San Diego is offering free hosted VoIP PBX services for San Diego customers. For the month of October, customers can enjoy the free service for 12, … Continue reading
Ooma Goodness! It’s wireless!
So you’ve made the switch to VoIP. Good for you! Welcome to the 21st century. Alas, things are not always as they seem. Many times, people get rid of their traditional landline telephone and switch to VoIP. But, the VoIP … Continue reading
Skype’s New Handset
In an attempt to convert the reticent, Skype launched a new handset that makes VoIP calls even easier. The new home phone adapter, called FREETALK ConnectMe Home Phone Adapter, connects to a regular phone to a router and enables the … Continue reading
The Bad and The Ugly
So, you’ve certainly heard all about the good features of VoIP service. It sounds like a fantastic service, almost too good to be true. But there are some concerns and disadvantages with VoIP. It’s better to know exactly what you’re … Continue reading
Another VoIP Smartphone App
If you’re one of thousands of smartphone users, you may be interested in hearing that another VoIP app has hit the market. Net2Phone launched Mobitalker August 15. A subsidiary of IDT Telecom, Net2Phone’s VoIP app is the first tri-mode international … Continue reading