Linksys and Skype will begin marketing a new cordless phone for the free Skype service. The handset also supports SkypeOut, SkypeIn and Skype Voicemail. Key features include:
- Supports call waiting
- Mute button
- 3 available ring tones
- Intercom support to between multiple handsets
- Built-in speakerphone
- Color LCD panel
- Up to 120 hour standby time and 10 hour talk time
- Hold Button
- Caller ID
- Address Book that supports up 120 contacts
- Ringer -Off/On switch
- Navigation button for screen
- Voice encryption
- Headset jack for connecting a headset
- Uses DECT wireless technology so won't interfere with 2.4GHz phones or devices
- Single base station supports up to four additional DECT based phones
- Handset locater button on USB base station
The estimated street price is $129.99.
http://www.skype.com
http://www.linksys.com