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Windows Live Messenger for Voice Call

March 16th, 2009

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Windows Live Messenger combines the capability to chat with many of your friends simultaneously online for fun or work, with voice calls, video conference, gaming, and mailing. The center of the program has not changed much from the previous versions, but adds a great range of new features.
With Windows Live Messenger, users can add users to their contact list and communicate with them a one-to-one conversation or a conference instantly. They can communicate their moods with an array of customizable emoticons and animations. Users can also send short voice messages with a single click. You can start a video call and begin face to face talk with your friends and family, Add a headset and webcam and you have a video chat call.
One of the great features is a remote assistance, which allows another user to control your PC temporarily to help you fix a problem, carry out a task, or just to have fun; the whiteboard, which allows to write using the mouse as you writing with a pen; and application sharing, which lets you share your applications.

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Axon Virtual PBX Software

March 16th, 2009

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A virtual PBX from Axon for Windows or Linux designed to manage calls in a business or call center. Any business size, whether small or large, can now implement a scalable VoIP PBX by installing this software on any PC. The software works as a full-featured telephone switch connecting to phone lines and extensions using high-tech VoIP technology.
Offers all the normal features of a traditional PBX such as allowing internal or external calls and more advanced call queuing for call center applications the software routes all calls within a business.
Axon VoIP PBx can also be used in conjunction with other telephony software including or On-Hold Messages System, Voice Call Recording Software, Call Attendant, Voice Mail and IVR Software or Internet Phone.

Features
•    Manages telephone calls within a business.
•    Routing of calls are digital over the computer network
•    Unlimited number of extensions or external lines
•    Automatic “one-click” installer to setup the PBX software in just minutes.
•    Does not require detailed technical setup.
•    Configurations are done using a control panel through your internet browser so it can be done remotely.
•    Supports all the standard PBX features.
•    Includes a call queue sequencer with voice prompting and on-hold messages player
•    Sends audio as higher priority packets on both Ethernet and Internet so your normal data will not interfere with voice transmission.
•    Supports MD5 security authentication.
•    Links directly to VoIP services for your external lines.
•    Uses the open SIP standard for signaling, so it works with the broad range of SIP compatible phones and other devices.
•    Supports video for Express Talk Softphone or USB and IP Video Phones.
•    Supports the international standard Session Initiation Protocol for VoIP.

For more details, Visit : http://www.nch.com.au/pbx/index.html

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First OCS and CallManager Solution In The Market

March 16th, 2009

CallTower Launches Industry’s First Hosted Solution Integrating Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 and Cisco Unified Communications Manager Solution deployed to thousands of desktops in first months of introduction, signifying significant growth and demand

SAN FrANCISCO— March 11, 2009 — CallTower, Inc. (www.calltower.com), a leading provider of managed enterprise-class unified communications solutions for growing businesses, today announced the launch of the market’s first true hosted solution combining Microsoft Office Communications Server (OCS) 2007 and Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CallManager). The integrated solution provides a single interface and bill for telephony services, web and audio conferencing, unified messaging, voice to text, text to voice, Internet, presence, screen pops and more. CallTower’s on-demand CallManager solution with a fully integrated OCS platform delivers fast results and ROI without capex, expensive infrastructure and network upgrades.

“The addition of the integrated solution to our portfolio extends the existing broadest and deepest product suite available in the market,” said Bob Barnes, CallTower’s Executive Vice President, Marketing and Business Development. “We anticipate significant demand for both this solution and our pure end-to-end OCS solution coming soon, given the rapid productivity gains and lower costs that drive accelerated customer adoption. Growing enterprises now can afford a robust communications solution usually reserved for Fortune 500 companies.”

Microsoft OCS 2007 combines e-mail, instant messaging, conferencing and voice communications, streamlining the way businesses communicate. With OCS 2007 users can find and communicate with the right person instantly, from the applications they use most.

* Find people  with visual representation of presence and real-time status
* Click to communicate within Office Outlook and the most commonly used applications
* Work together in real time in the office and on the road with security-enhanced VoIP, IM and conferencing
* Connect through advanced web, audio and video conferencing

Cisco’s CallManager is an enterprise-class IP telephony call-processing system that provides traditional and advanced telephony features. CallManager creates a unified workspace that supports a full range of communications features and applications with a solution that is highly scalable, distributable and available.

CallTower’s on-demand Unified Communications solutions offer the highest levels of service, support and security, product upgrades, the latest available technologies, one predictable bill and one common interface for all communications applications.

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Alianza Announces Enterprise Connectivity Service

March 16th, 2009

Alianza Announces Enterprise Connectivity Service
Allows service providers to extend hosted voice platform into enterprise networks with SIP trunks

Salt Lake City, Utah – February 10, 2009 – Alianza, Inc., a leading provider of hosted voice over WiMAX solutions, today announced the availability of its Enterprise Connectivity Service to extend the reach of its hosted voice platform into enterprise networks. The Alianza Enterprise Connectivity Service allows service providers to build SIP trunks and interconnect them between the Alianza platform and a Gateway or PBX on an end-user network. Enterprise customers can use their existing PBX and phones, maintaining the value of existing investments while taking advantage of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) features and cost savings.

As with all Alianza services, the Alianza Enterprise Connectivity Service’s back-end creation and management processes are automated and completely integrated with other pieces of the platform. Service providers can create an unlimited number of SIP trunk bundle offerings. These bundles include the number of concurrent calls, set-up fee, monthly recurring charge and a non-recurring charge, which can be named and priced for each bundle. End-users can log in and add a SIP trunk to their account with the click of a button.

“Traditional trunk products like ISDN PRI circuits are limited to 23 (T1) to 30 (E1) channels per trunk, depending on the market, and can take weeks to order and provision. With Alianza SIP trunks, service providers are not limited to a fixed number of ports. This reduces costs and allows enterprise customers to gradually scale a voice solution to meet their needs,” said Brian Beutler, CEO of Alianza. “With the ease of administration, flexibility and lower costs, the Alianza Enterprise Connectivity Service gives service providers a powerful package for enterprise customers.”

As with residential and small and medium business (SMB) services, calling plans can be attached to the Enterprise Connectivity Service to provide better pricing for enterprise customers. In addition, the wholesale cost for a single concurrent call bundle is lower than that of a residential line. SIP trunks also aggregate many phones through the same bundle, which allows the end-user to make better use of resources. The SIP trunk replaces the traditional T1/E1 interface and allows companies to add or remove capacity as needs change rather than requiring weeks of lead time to modify traditional circuits.

For more information on the Alianza Enterprise Connectivity Service, visit www.alianza.com/SIP.

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VMB Selects VocalTec for VoIP Network Roll Out

March 13th, 2009

Herzlia, Israel – February 23, 2008 – VocalTec Communications Ltd. (Nasdaq Capital Market: VOCL), a global provider of carrier-class multimedia and voice-over-IP solutions for communication service providers, announced today that VMB, a city carrier in St. Petersburg, Russia, has selected VocalTec’s solutions for its VoIP network roll out. Performed in partnership with SATEL, a leading system integrator in Russia, the deployment is focused around the migration of VMB’s infrastructure into an advanced packet-based Class 4 and Class 5 network.

VocalTec’s solutions will enable VMB to offer its customers new and innovative services based on a highly reliable and field-proven VoIP network, while at the same time reducing costs, enhancing flexibility and increasing network efficiencies. The deployment includes VocalTec’s Essentra CX Trunking solution, offering seamless connectivity to PSTN/SS7 services; the Essentra EX, Peering Manager, enabling secure IP-to-IP routing and service mediation; and the Essentra BAX, Application Server, and class 5 softswitch, which provides cost-effective residential and enterprise VoIP services.

“VocalTec successfully met all our needs, including meeting a tight deployment schedule and support for Sigtran M3UA/IUA. This enabled us to consolidate SS7 and PRI interfaces on the same gateways thereby providing extensive cost savings,” said Chegodaev Dmitry, business development manager at VMB. “We are satisfied with VocalTec’s approach and ability to customize a solution specific to our needs.”

“We are proud to have been selected by VMB for this deployment which represents additional proof of our commitment to the Russian market,” said Ido Gur, President and CEO at VocalTec.”We are excited to be working with VMB as we address the growing demand for VoIP in Russia and assist VMB in becoming a significant VoIP player in the market.”

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Snom M3 Cordless IP Telephone

March 13th, 2009

Snom M3 IP Phone provides latest functions, high mobility, crystal clear voice, and style. It is a perfect cordless IP phone for home and office. Snom M3 IP phone’s expandable multiline functionality handles up to three simultaneous calls. With its color rich 128×128 display and backlight has 10 hours talk and 10 hours of standby operating time.

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Listed below are some of the features that make Snom M3 easy -of-use and provide freedom on the go:
•    Polyphonic ring tones
•    Three-way conference
•    8 handsets per base station
•    Open DECT GAP standard
•    Speakerphone on mobile handset
•    Automatic registration of handset
•    Remote setup, password protection
•    Separate charging cradle for handset
•    Up to 3 concurrent calls per base station
•    Display: 128 x 128 pixels, 65536 colors, backlit
•    8 SIP registrations with different servers/registrars
•    12 numerical keys, 5 navigation keys, 2 function keys

Snom M3 IP Phone has 50 meters of indoor range and 100 meters of outdoor range. Its user-friendly menu system configurable, on site or remotely, to meet individual’s need.  Elegant design and innovative features makes Snom M3 Cardless IP Phone known for its luxury car phone installation

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Linksys VoIP Products

March 13th, 2009

You can always do more with your high speed broadband Internet Connection. Use the VoIP to save money on phone calls. With Linksys Voice over IP (VoIP) products and an Internet Phone Service Provider, you can have high-quality, inexpensive, feature-rich telephone service through your existing cable or high speed broadband Internet connection.

Easy to Set-up
Your standard phone or fax machine connects directly to a Linksys phone adapter or router with phone ports. Get clear, crisp voice quality, and you can make and receive phone calls from any type of telephone, including traditional, Voice over IP and mobile phones.

Benefits
•    Save money on your monthly phone bills
•    Add services and features not available with traditional phone service
•    Enjoy features included in your service plan, such as Call Waiting, Voicemail, Caller Display etc.
•    Save considerably on local, national, and international calls
•    Add Voice over IP to any new or existing broadband connection
•    Experience high-quality, clear sound.
•    Call simultaneously while surfing on the Internet
•    Maximize your investment in your Internet connection

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Polycom SoundPoint IP 301 IP Phone

March 13th, 2009
The Polycom SoundPoint IP 301 phone is a good cost-effective entry-level choice for businesses and homes alike. It has features and specs that are conducive to a corporate environment and is aimed at boosting productivity in a communication-savvy environment. It has 2 Ethernet ports, 2 lines possible, a large LCD display, and has the possibility of being powered via Ethernet. It is however quite unusual in the looks. Also, the configuration is not that easy.
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This phone’s audio quality is quite good, even with handsets and headsets. It has 10 dedicated hard keys and 3 soft keys which are context- sensitive. Five of the keys are configurable for shortcuts. It is qdequately and interestingly features, with one touch access to the most common ones.
The phone also embeds applications for video, data and web capabilities. Within a business environment, it will surely pave the way towards unified communication with ease and efficiency. However, the phone’s initial configuration is not that easy.
The phone looks rather awkward, with a large frame and small buttons. While some might find the design original, others might overlook the design for the interesting features and specifications.
The phone’s display is monochrome but nicely large with 4 lines x 20 characters, but it is not backlit. This is one major drawback in IP phones.
Concerning connectivity, the phone does great. It gives 2 Ethernet ports, one of which you can use for powering the phone (PoE) instead of an electrical power adapter. You can also use the phone with two registered lines.

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Panasonic KX-WP1050 WiFi Phone

March 13th, 2009

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The Cost Savings of Skype™. The Freedom of a Regular Phone
Panasonic introduces the KX-WP1050 Wi-Fi phone for use with Skype™, the popular Voice Over IP communications service that allows point-to-point calling around the world. Skype™ users can enjoy incredible cost savings combined with the convenience of a regular phone. The KX-WP1050 frees the user from being tied down to a computer so he or she can move from room to room without worrying about missed calls. Or make and receive calls in a public hotspot, which doesn’t require browser authentication. The included travel router makes it easy to take this incredible communications solution on the road.

Easy to Use
Panasonic has taken the complexity out of making Skype™ calls by including a complete kit which can be set up and used by virtually anyone with little or no computer experience. The included router simplifies the set up of the Wi-Fi access point, and guarantees a secure wireless connection with automatic 256-bit AES encryption setup (WPA). The router can also be plugged into a hotel or office network giving the user a wireless connection for their laptop and the ability to use the Wi-Fi phone simultaneously. The AC adapter is compatible with all voltages from 100V to 240V, so it can be used by simply attaching the AC cord (sold separately) for a particular country.

Secure and Convenient
This new model offers the range and security of WPA encrypted Wi-Fi technology, as well as Quality of Service (QoS) to improve voice quality. It features easy menu-driven operation, and a loud handset speakerphone, as well as a built-in headset jack for those long international calls. At just 0.62″ thick, and weighing less than 4 ounces, the phone is convenient and easy to carry. The 730mAh Lithium-ion battery can provide up to 72-hour standby time, 3-hour talk time, and can be charged with the included travel router, or from a USB connection on a PC.

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VoIP Accessories

March 12th, 2009

As the number of VoIP subscribers has increased, so has the variety of accessories and gadgets designed to enhance the way you use it. More are being released each month, but we’ve rounded up some of the common types of products you can pick up below.

Combo-phones

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A number of hardware manufacturers have come up with phones that combine both a VoIP connection and an existing landline so that both can be used through a single handset. Examples include the Philips VOIP321 and the cordless Cisco iPhone, both which can make conventional calls over the phone network but also have inbuilt Skype software that allows calls over the Internet. The phones have different ring tones to let you know whether an incoming call is from the phone network or a Skype user.

Headsets

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To make PC-based VoIP calling as comfortable as possible, a range of manufacturers offer headset/microphone combinations. For example, Plantronics offers a cordless Bluetooth headset that slips over your ear. Just plug the receiver into a USB port on your PC and you’re away.

VoIP mouse

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For the traveler who wants to minimize the number of gadgets in the bag, Sony offers a mouse that doubles as a VoIP handset. Looking like a conventional mouse, it flips open to reveal a clamshell phone. Yappermouse is another such option.

VoIP speakerphones

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For those who like to keep both hands free, but don’t want to wear a headset, a speakerphone in a great idea. One example is the MV100 from accessories specialist mVOX. It connects via a USB port and offers clear voice quality with any VoIP service.

Wi-Fi handsets

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The fact that Wi-Fi capabilities are being included in more and more products is good news for VoIP users. A recent example is the Skype Wi-Fi phone from Netgear. The unit allows free calls to other Skype users and cheap calls to conventional phones from any Wi-Fi home network or suitable public hotspot. You can also forward calls to a landline or mobile phone when you’re out of Wi-Fi range.

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