Nokia has set out to stop the VoIP net-neutrality trend by launching a platform allowing communication operators (phone companies) to block VoIP and other specific types of data services, i.e. peer-to-peer systems. The ability is enabled via a platform upgrade to Nokia’s Flexi Intelligent Service Node or (ISN). With the explosion of VoIP (more…)

MobiGater makes cell phone long distance/international phone calls super easy and cheap. The MobiGater is the first Skype to GSM gateway. This means a MobiGater connects your cell phone to your home computer to run Skype. Of course you still need to pay for the mobile phone call between your cell phone and the MobiGater, but after that (more…)

Many wannabe Internet and technology entrepreneurs think this new phenomenon called VoIP is a guarantee to make money - well think again - at least 85 VoIP services have shutdown in the past 15 months. (more…)

Cut the tether from cords and disconnect from your PC with the Linksys CIT 310 Dual-Mode phone for Yahoo Messenger. With this convenient and ergonomic handset, you can make free voice-over-internet-phone (VOIP) calls to all your friends who have Yahoo Messenger accounts, or very inexpensive calls to cell and land-line phones anywhere in the world from the comfort of any room in your house. (more…)

Pulling-out-all-the-stops is Creative’s MO for product release and it’s no different with their new Live!Cam Optia USB web camera. Besides the cool factor and sexy look the small, stylish Live!Cam is stuffed with usable features. Although 1.3MPs isn’t the best webcam spec we’ve seen it does have auto lighting and brightness level settings. There is greater viewing flexibility with the multi-axis swivel arm (more…)

E Ten has the slim-jim phone Pocket PC lovers would,…well,…love. The Glofiish X500 is a very thin Pocket PC based off E Ten’s internal antenna design. The improved ergonomics of the phone are just for starters. You also get GPS and Wi-Fi built in and integrated two hot-keys. The Glofiish features 2 quick application buttons that offer one-thumb navigation of Pocket PC applications, 2 dedicated phone function buttons and several user-configurable soft-keys that will allow for customization.

Future products will incorporated Bluetooth, multimedia video and audio capacities and a 2.0MP camera. (more…)

Gizoo has a USB Volkswagen Street Mouse which also works as a Skype internet phone. It’s naturally a perfect fit as the ergonomic round design of the Beetle works well as a USB mouse. This little jalopy also has speakers and mic for wire free VoIP calling and for private conversations the back wheel is your headphone jack. Street Mouse includes fully functional LED headlights for that oh-so-real feel. (more…)