When it comes to VoIP phones, everyone wants a great phone to compliment his or her system. Some VoIP phones come free when you purchase your service, others you must pay for additionally. It all depends on your VoIP provider. We'll be adding more VoIP phones as time goes by, but here are the top three:
Built-in router and firewall; supports connection of optional analog telephone
Requires broadband and Packet8 VoIP service; brings Packet8 service to your whole house
Expandable to 10 handsets, 1 included; corded handset on base
5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum technology; base speakerphone
100-number shared caller ID/phonebook memory per handset
Product Description:
Compatible with Packet8 Broadband Phone Service Only
Supports up to 10 Digital 5.8GHz Accessory Handsets
Corded and Cordless Handset
Corded Base Keypad and Speakerphone
Handset Speakerphone - This feature gives you the freedom to use the handset as a speakerphone.
Programmable Phonebook
Message Waiting Indicator
Packet8 VoIP Service Includes: - Voice Mail, Caller ID, Call Waiting, Call Forwarding, 3-Way Calling, Choose your own area code, Low international calling rates and other great calling features.
Built-in Router and Firewall
Supports a Separate Analog Telephone
Web-based Configuration for Advanced Routing Features
Note: This phone only works with Packet8 Broadband Phone Service (subscription required)
Open-standard SIP v2 support. The call-control protocol of the Prestige 2000W is based on the SIP v2 (session initiation protocol version 2, RFC 3261) open standard, which is interoperable with major SIP-based call servers, IP-PBXs, and other standard SIP-based client devices.
Mobility with IEEE 802.11b wireless standard compliance. The Prestige 2000W is compliant with the IEEE 802.11b standard and interoperates with any existing 802.11b or .11g wireless access point and gateway. It may be used as a cordless handset by residential and business users. The small size of the handset makes it easy to transport and allows users to place VoIP calls from public hot spots.
High voice quality at a low cost. The Prestige 2000W is capable of tagging features that support a service provider's QoS (Quality of Service) planning, such as ToS (Type of Service) and DiffServ. It allows gateways or central side equipment to identify and prioritize voice and data traffic. By supporting G.711 and G.729 voice compression technology, the Prestige 2000W effectively reduces bandwidth consumption caused by voice traffic.
An enhanced power-saving design for extended standby and talk time. With an extended life for each recharge cycle, the Prestige 2000W will be available where and when you need it.
Optional support for direct IP-to-IP call and ad-hoc intercom modes. By configuring a remote IP address in the built-in phone book, the Prestige 2000W provides direct IP-to-IP calling when there is no intermediate SIP proxy server available. The Prestige 2000W can also establish an ad-hoc 802.11 (computer-to-computer without access point) network, which allows users to use the handsets as wireless intercoms.
Product Description:
Allows users to make or receive phone calls as long as they are in the coverage of IEEE 802.11b or 11g wireless Access Points.
Do not have to pay expensive communication fees and can enjoy the convenience of wireless mobility.
Supports open standard SIP (Session Initiation Protocol), which interoperates with major SIP-based call servers, IP-PBXs and various VoIP client devices.
An ideal alternative for ITSPs (IP Telephony Service Providers) to deploy their VoIP services; it can also be the wireless handset, which is applied in corporate IP-PBX centric VoIP environment.
Very easy to use and configure. It allows users to configure with LCD screen menu or web browser. Meanwhile, with the smart auto-provisioning mechanism, ITSPs can easily deploy and manage the VoIP services.
You don't have to sit in front of your computer to talk to your friends with Skype
USB Base Station connects to your PC and puts your Skype contact list on the handset's screen -- just choose and talk
Handset features illuminated Caller ID screen, speakerphone, call waiting, and intercom to other (optional) handsets
Also supports SkypeOut dialing incoming SkypeIn calls and Skype VoiceMail
Expandable up to 4 handsets with a single base station
Product Description
Don't have to sit in front of your computer when you want to talk to your friends. The Linksys Cordless Internet Telephony Kit comes with the Handset and its charger, and a USB Base Station that plugs into your computer.
With the included Skype program running on your PC, the Handset can read and display your contact list on its built-in illuminated display. Just choose who you want to talk to from the menu, press a button, and get ready to talk. Of course, the Handset supports SkypeOut dialing as well as your Skype contact list.
It rings when you have a Skype or SkypeIn call coming in, and shows the caller's ID on the screen. The Handset also supports call waiting and Skype's optional Voicemail service.
When you're on a call, you can hit the Mute button for privacy, or use the speakerphone function to let everyone join in. You can even use the phone as an intercom -- each Base Station supports up to four handsets.
Gives you all the functionality of a regular phone, through Skype. You'll get the convenience of a cordless phone and all its features, plus the high-quality voice reception that you get from Skype on your PC, without being tied to your computer.
