Announcing its entry into VoIP market with full vigor, Ecotronics has made a beta release of a mobile version of its foremost VoIP client software Kapanga Softphone that brings SIP-based VoIP services to the customers. It is now available for a one-month trial. The users can download the VoIP client from company’s website to make instant voice and video communications via PBX software or VoIP provider using the mobile devices’ 802.22 WiFi network. The Kapanga mobile users can also directly communicate with other SIP devices. Martin Cadirola, President and VP Business Development of Ecotronics Ventures LLC explained, We believe the future is in mobility. We are now launching a public beta after a year of successful field tests with large OEM clients. Our strategy is to become part of the family of solutions available to Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) and Triple Play players in the VoIP industry and Kapanga Mobile will be one of our key offerings in 2007. The Kapanga Mobile Beta operates on Windows Mobile 5.0 phones such as Cingular 8125, T-Mobile MDA, Qtek 9100 and Axim X51v Pocket PC PDA.
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Raketu prepares new strategies to challenge Skype
I have admitted Raketu as one of the Skype killers in today’s VoIP market.Based on Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Technology, Raketu’s communication services include dial out calling (rakOut) to landline phones as well as mobile phones, Instant Messaging (supporting Raketu, Yahoo!, MSN, AOL, ICQ, Google and Skype), SMS-text messaging and file transfers and sharing. To compete Skype, Raketu had announced Try Dialout For Free promotion and Unlimited calling offer two months ago. These offers were similar to Skype offers, though Skype is ending its free offers from next year. Robert Poe has made here a good revelation about Raketu. He says the New York based VoIP set up will kick off a big marketing and PR Push in early 2007. Raketu is introducing Windows Mobile and Mac versions. So, shall I conclude Raketu preparing ground to compete Skype?
Skype launches 3.0 version
Coming out of beta, Skype has officially launched 3.0 version of its peer-to-peer VoIP services bringing several of new features with it. The announcement came just a few days after eBay scrapped the free calling promotion offer. As stated earlier, VoIP is getting into social networking, the latest Skype version has also some essential social networking features like pubic chats or Skypecasts where users can talk to 100 people. Skype 3.0 possesses Lasst.fm music service enabling Skypers to listen music and show others the music what they are listing. It has also Mood messaging service. It makes you to convey your feelings to others. Another striking feature of Skype 3.0 is that it has now plug-ins in the “Do More” menu that enables Skype users to have fun with games, record their Skype conversations and share a whiteboard. With Skype 3.0, you can get a number of free services including, Free VoIP calls using Skype tools, Video calls, Group Chat, Conferencing calls up to four people, Sending files and photos and searching web with Google tool bar. However, the customers need to make a small payment for other services such as Calls to ordinary phones and mobiles, SkypeIn call, Skype Voicemail, Skype SMS. The systems required for Skype 3.0 are Windows 2000 and XP, Internet connection, Speakers and microphone, 1GHz processor and webcam.
3J SkypePartner SP101 initiates both Skype and PSTN calls
The image above is a cordless VoIP phone, which initiates both Skype calls as well as PSTN calls. The customers will get it in the New Year from 3J Communications, a company recognized as the largest Skype phone manufacturer in the world. Dubbed as SkypePartner SP101, the latest handheld device comes with a SP 102 USB dongle and DECT handset that can be separated up to 160 feet. It means users can make Skype calls without sitting before a computer. In other words, the SkypePartner is a perfect device for a small office where employees like to talk with their friends and relatives walking few distances. Larry LaCross, VP Sales and Marketing at 3J comments on the device, Flexibility and ease of use are the hallmarks of this exciting new combo product. Our 3J product line is designed to put the capabilities of both landline and Skype-based phone calls into the hands of end-users. The new SkyPartner product, combining the 3J SP101 DECT phone and its special USB dongle, now provides that versatility. The company claims the SP101 has following features 1.1.5 color LCD display with 128 x 128 resolution 2.DECT technology 3.Fit for both Skype and PSTN Calls 4.Possesses 50 phonebook memories 5.Provides Skype Voicemail, Call Forwarding, SkypeIn and SkypeOut Services 6.Conferencing Calls, Call Waiting, Skype user profile 7.Separate call list for ordinary phone numbers and Skype contacts 8.Hands free speakerphone 9.Headset jack on the SP101 handset 10.High powered battery with talk time up to 8 hours and 120 hours standby 11.Signal strength indicator, out of range alert and Battery low alert
EVOIP now available for windows
In any form of Communication, call recording is utmost importance as it determines call quality. So far, business enterprises and contact centers are concerned, preserving customers’ voices assumes much more significant. Realizing the vitality of communications recording and quality monitoring in corporate network, financial institutions and government organizations, German-based ASC has extended its EVOiP solution for windows. EVOiP is a VoIP recording solution from ASC. Until now, the solution was available for Linux. Franz Hock, Director Product Management of ASC quoted, VoIP recording solutions are essential for organizations that must preserve all customer interactions, either for protection from liability or regulatory requirements. While other companies are just starting to offer this capability, we are already providing next-generation products. EVOip for Windows is a prime example of the results of our forward-looking approach, re-investing 15 to 20 percent of our revenues into research and development. Supporting SIP-based VoIP services, the latest solution stores call-index data including incoming phone numbers without CTI, captures telephone calls from the network and enables storage, playback and archiving of the entire interaction. The EVOip solution also preserves encrypted calls, finds out keywords by searching for spoken words. It is available in multilingual applications.
Vonage provides E911 services to 93 percent of US subscribers
In line with FCC ruling, Vonage is working very hard to achieve cent percent E911 compliance. The company is now a few steps behind the magical mark. The US-based VoIP service provider has announced that it has ensured E911 access to nearly 93 percent of American subscribers. The E911 services allow the subscribers to contact a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) or 911 Center over 911 networks. Michael Snyder, CEO of Vonage said in a statement, Today over 93 percent of our US subscriber lines have full E911 capability, which is a tremendous step for Vonage. He added that the company would continue to cooperate the FCC, regulators, Congress and Public Safety until PSAPs across the nation are equipped with E911. Two months back, the VoIP giant had covered 91 percent of its US subscriber lines with E911 access. Recently, it has added another 6400 calling centers with 911 services to achieve 93 percent.
Nortel joins hand with BT to offer converged VoIP for UK enterprises
Converged VoIP is now order of the day. It would dominant 2007 VoIP industry. In UK, the business enterprises are turning towards this service to improve the efficiency and flexibility of their communication system. Observing market demand for converged services, Nortel and BT have signed a landmark deal to offer VoIP, multimedia, instant messaging and mobile communications for UK enterprises under a common platform. According to the three-year deal, the two software giants would converge voice and data networks into a single network and develop new systems in line with Nortel’s portfolio and BT’s networked IT services. Mike Zafirovski, the President and CEO at Nortel commented, People are increasingly using Internet-based video, instant messaging and voice communications at home and on the move.It’s vital that industry leaders like BT and Nortel demonstrate the benefits that similar capabilities can bring within enterprises and organizations. The new agreement that envisages convergence of multiple voice and data networks into single IP network would fulfill BT’s mission to provide cost effective communication services for the customers.
Is Apple introducing JAJAH VoIP?
The grapevine has it that Apple is going to introduce JAJAH VoIP software in its iPhone services. The speculation is ripe following JAJAH’s co-founder Daniel Mattes has reportedly said that the company is discussing with Apple over the use of JAJAH software for a mobile phone. Launched in February this year, the Austria-based JAJAH has emerged as one of the pioneering VoIP set ups challenging Skype, Vonage and other established VoIP players. On contrary to Skype or Vonage, Austria-based Jajah provides its VoIP services that do not require Internet connection. In other words, the customers do not require a Net-connected phone or headset to make international calls what we say VoIP calls by using Jajah services. Using this service, the customers can make free or very inexpensive international calls. It is free for the registered users and 2.5 cents for the unregistered customers in America, Japan and European countries. So, there is no contract for VoIP services. At present, the Jajah client supports only Symbian and Java-enabled cellphones like Nokia N70 and Nokia 6630 (J2ME).
Skype Reshuffling: Alex steps down as president
Last month, Skype has publicly announced that it is going for a major reshuffling before the Christmas discarding some of the bigwigs, transferring others, and bringing no change in the position of few country heads, I posted here. Finally, it has happened. Alex Kazim will step down as Skype president in January next year to return eBay. He had associated with eBay, Skype’s parent for almost eight years. He joined Skype when eBay acquired it 14 months ago. Henry Gomez who is currently holding the chief marketing officer and country operations director post at Skype will take over the president role. He will act as a key advisor to Skype’s CEO Niklas Zennstrom. Visionary Gomez had also served eBay for seven years. He joined Skype as general manger for North America in November last year. The change in guard took place barley a few days after the Skype’s induction of annual fee plan to replace the free calling promotion. Does it mean that change in business strategy forced Skype to bring change in business department?
Futiro launches new Skype phone
Futiro has announced the release of its latest VoIP phone, which is fully compatible with Skype. Dubbed as Luna, the handheld device has a simple but elegant look bringing versatile features to make the users enjoy VoIP service in a new fashion. The key components of Luna are a full telephony keypad, echo reduction technology, volume adjustment and unique ring-tones. With Luna, you can make hands-free VoIP calls and conferencing calls. The four-button keypad design ensures intuitive interaction with Skype and other telephony software. With Luna, the Irish based Futiro that looks forward to hit the market. The integration of Skype software provides the VoIP company to target millions of Skypers worldwide. The price of the device is just $75.