Philips VOIP3212S VoIP Phone
May 31, 2009
Philips VOIP3212S VoIP Phone is precision engineered, 
well crafted and offers impeccable performance. The modern look is another element which contributes to the success of this product. DECT is the cordless phone standard and Skype is the featured VoIP services.
Keypad is the dialler type and Handset is the dialler location. Lighted Keypad offers enhanced visibility of the keys which allows easy operation. Conference, recall and intercom buttons are the function buttons facilitated in this device. Integrated polyphonic tones are supported with 10 ring tones and the unit offers Volume Control and Ringer Control. The provided phone directory supports 50 names and numbers. The phone has a memory capacity of 15 missed calls and 20 call log.
This Philips VoIP phone consists of an array of innovative and useful features. They include 3-way conference Call, Intercom, Speakerphone, Caller ID, Call Waiting, Call Transfer and Call Hold. Handset Locator, Power indicator and Computer Link makes the usage interesting. It comes with an extra handset which can be placed in another room promoting easy accessibility.
With monochrome LCD display, you get to manage the functions in an effective manner. Handset is the display location and supports backlight illumination. System requirement is Windows XP - Pentium 400 MHz - 128 MB - 30 MB. Power is supplied to the unit by means of 2 x battery - AAA type Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable batteries. Once charged, the unit runs for 600 min when in use and 100 hours on stand by mode. In order for the battery to get charged, it requires 24 hours. Audible battery alert is an added feature. Philips VOIP3212S DECT VoIP Phone comes with a Phone charging stand, external power adaptor and a Software kit as accessories.
Panasonic KX-WP1050 VoIP Phone
May 30, 2009
Panasonic is a trusted brand and all their products are well known for its 
quality performance. This is true with Panasonic KX-WP1050 VoIP Phone which offers enhanced communication solution in the most cost efficient manner. It comes with dimensions of (Width) 1.7 in, (Depth) 0.6 in, (Height) 5.6 in and it weighs 3.5 oz.
Technical Details
This is a wireless VoIP phone and comes with Panasonic wireless travel router which allows flexibility is use. Cordless phone standard is IEEE 802.11g (Wi-Fi) and Skype is the VoIP service supported. Supported voice codecs are G.711, G.729ab and DHCP, static, PPPoE are the IP address assignment. Security included is 128 bit AES and WPA. DNS is the Network Protocol supported by the device. It is incorporated with 2 x Ethernet 10/100Base-TX Network Ports and includes Echo cancellation (ECN) as its voice feature.
Keypad is the dialer type and Handset is the dialler location. With menu operation, Speakerphone button, directory button, navigator key and mute button you can manage the unit well. It comprises of a phone directory capable of storing 500 names & numbers, 50 missed calls memory, 20 dialled memory and 20 Caller ID memory with names and numbers.
Supportive Features
The handset of this Panasonic VoIP phone is equipped with a 1.8″ colour LCD display of 16-bit (65000 colours) colour depth. The display is illuminated and battery status, date and time are the information provided in it. Antenna is integrated in the unit which allows better handling. Connectivity includes 1 x headset jack and 1 x DC power input / mini-USB Type B.
Power type supported is external power adaptor and comes with a 730 mAh lithium ion Rechargeable battery. It offers talk time of 180 min and standby time of 72 hours. Additional functions include Conference Call, Speakerphone, Caller ID, Skype Voice Mail, Call Waiting, Skype-to-Skype, Mute, Multi-Language Display all of which adds to the versatility of this device.
The device supports Polyphonic Ringer, Volume Control, Ringer Control, and Ringer Control which ensures effective warning signals. Key lock and IP Telephony are enhanced features supported in this unit. Panasonic KX-WP1050 Wireless VoIP Phone comes with a Carrying case which allows you to port the unit conveniently.
Polycom SoundPoint IP 301 VoIP Phone
May 29, 2009
VoIP phone is the latest technology in telecommunication and proves to be a huge hit in the market. Polycom SoundPoint IP 301 VoIP Phone outshines many leading brands with its uninterrupted service and flawless performance. The elegant appearance of this unit speaks for itself and powerful engineering offers effective communication.
Monochrome LCD display is incorporated in the device which allows ease in operation. Base is the dialler location and the display supports 4 lines and 20 characters. The unit can either be placed on the wall or table top. Network cable is the cable provided. External power adaptor is featured in this device. Enhanced functions include 3-way Conference Call, Speakerphone, Caller ID, Voice Mail, Volume Control and Ringer Control. You can benefit from options such as Call Forwarding, Call Transfer, Call Hold and Call timer.
Proper management of the functions is made possible with Headset button, mute button, and hold button. The unit is integrated with a web server. The device supports 2 line which enhances flexibility is use. You can connect the headphone with the provided headphone jack and it is compatible with Hearing Aid too.
Key Factors
This Polycom VoIP phone comes with a Keypad as its dialler type and Base as its dialler location. Main highlight includes Integrated Ethernet switch, Power over Ethernet (PoE) support. SIP is the VoIP Protocol supported. G.711, G.729a, G.729ab, G.711u and G.711a are the voice codecs supported. DHCP and static are the IP address assignment with SNMP as the Network Protocols. It is integrated with 2 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX network ports.
Voice features supported are Comfort noise generation (CNG) and voice activity detection (VAD). Network Address Translation (NAT) is the network feature supported by the device.
Polycom SoundPoint IP 301 SIP VoIP Phone is available with dimensions of (Width) 21 cm, (Depth) 19 cm and (Height) 15 cm. Interoperability is facilitated with IP PBX and Softswitch platforms. As extended customer service the unit is offered 1 year warranty.
D-Link DPH 120S VoIP Phone
May 28, 2009
Now make international calls at lower rates with better technology and 
wider options in a VoIP phone. Advanced calling options such as Call Transfer, Call Hold, 3-way conferencing provided in this phone makes D-Link DPH 120S VoIP Phone the best choice. Conferencing enables the user to talk to many people at a time. Hands free phoning is made possible with speaker phones and allows voice mailing also.
It has a cute design with dimensions (Width) 20.8 cm, (Depth) 21 cm, (Height) 3.8 cm and it has a weight of 635grams. Keypad dialler type located at the base, has LCD monochrome display. For easy operation, its keypad has buttons like Voice mail, transfer, menu navigation keys, mute, hold and auto redial. The unit enables ring volume adjustments and 4 selectable ring tones. You can store a maximum of 200 contacts and 10 speed dial numbers in the phone Memory.
High audio clarity is ensured with Voice Features like Comfort noise generation (CNG), voice activity detection (VAD) and echo cancellation (ECN). Voice codec’s featured in this phone are G.723.1, G.729ab and G.711u. Internet compatibility of this phone is increased with exclusive networking features. Network protocols supported by this unit are IP, TCP, UDP, ARP, HTTP and DNS. The unit has 2 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX network ports.
Additional features in this D-Link DPH 120S SIP VoIP Phone are WAP browser, IP Telephony, and Integrated Ethernet switch. This product offers many quality services like IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u and IP address assignments such as DHCP, static and PPPoE. This VoIP phone supports SIP protocols and is FCC, Class B certified.
Beware of VoIP hackers
May 27, 2009
One should be very careful about the VoIP service providers function on industry standard protocols and industry standard codec as they are used by the public and are interpretable. They include peer-to-peer (P2P) networks as well. In short, be prepared to overcome and face the criminal activities and the problems of hackers if you intent to subscribe to a VoIP internet solution provider functioning on these industry standards.
These industry standards are accessed by the public and they find it an appropriate way to use your personal information, and plant viruses, worms and Trojan horses in to your computer, no matter the type of anti virus you use. Criminal hackers are capable of viewing your systems on these industry standards, benefit them by collecting your personal information, and consider them as their personal.
Processor chips which are solely sold on the internet are provided by hacker friendly providers. They also provide hacker software which encourages the hackers to hinder the security of the computers which paves way to access personal information and also disrupt their functioning by planting viruses or worms.
Hacker’s tools
The VoIP phone conversations can be converted into a wave file and can be played in standard sound players by the means of using Vomit - free downloaded software. With this tool hackers can play their pranks.
What is more interesting is that hacker’s manual is available through the internet and they leads to disruption of services on other sites. DoS engage in illegal accessing of command prompt and your vital internet services are tied up using them. Once the hackers raid your systems they can easily create or delete emails, alter security features and inject viruses on your computer.
Hackers can interfere with the protocols and access the data with the use of another toll names sniff. As the name implies the data packet from the internet traffic is sniffed out and they recreate to interrupt conversations. This lets them overhear the conversations in order to collect information. They also pass this information to immoral criminal entities.
Identity theft
According to the Department of Justice identity theft is described as the unfair way of obtaining and using of someone’s private data in some way for deception or trick intentions, normally for economic gain. Accessing social security number, bank account and credit card information is a part of identity theft. When these information are passed on to criminal entities they can very well access your bank account funds, create new bank accounts with your information, create driver’s licenses and create passports.
Identity theft not only ruins the individual’s identity but also causes huge loss to the government. In order to play safe, avoid using industry standard codec and protocols that incorporate P2P systems. Anti virus does not offer any security for instant service messaging and does not protect the user too.
The best way to enjoy instant messaging is to use a VoIP internet service provider that includes the Instant Messaging feature. This is done in their own proprietary high end encryption codec on patented technology which is hosted in a professional facility making it highly reliable and dependable. This way instant messaging service feature in the VoIP softphone is protected. In case you are using VoIP internet solution provider that operates on industry standard codec you will only encourage criminal hackers. If you find such intrusions run for immediate corrective actions.
Corrective actions include finding a VoIP internet solution provider that has their own proprietary high end encryption codec, own proprietary patented technology, hosting their proprietary patented technology in a professional facility, which includes Instant Messaging feature in their proprietary patented technology.
