Did you know that you can configure two Snom IP phones for VPN without additional equipment? Snom provides a special firmware load for the Snom 370, Snom 820 and Snom 870 IP phone models that all you to set up a secure point-to-point VoIP infrastructure using OpenVPN. (more…)
With both UTStarcom and Hitachi Cable exiting the WiFi VoIP handset market in 2008, some new players have entered the space and continue to progress the technology. Many of the “1st generation” WiFi SIP handsets suffered performance issues such as poor battery life and AP roaming capabilities. As a new generation of WiFi VoIP phones emerge, many of these inadequacies are being addresses, making VoWiFi a viable option for many users who require mobility as part of their IP communications solution. (more…)
Since incorporating Linksys under the Cisco brand nearly a year ago, Cisco has continued to develop a range of new products for SMB customers. Under their newly christened Small Business Pro Series, Cisco has recently released five new IP telephone models. The SPA501G, SPA502G, SPA504G, SPA508G and SPA509G IP phones pick up where the popular Linksys SPA94X series phones left off, and are much more of a “Cisco” product than simply a re-branded Linksys product.
These products are not officially available until 9/2, but we managed to wrangle some advanced stock available now for purchase at VoIPSupply.com. Read on for the highlights…. (more…)
The Cisco SPA504G joins the already released Cisco SPA525G as part of the Cisco Small Business Pro product line. The Cisco SPA504G is a 4 line IP phone with dual switched ethernet ports and support for IEEE Power Over Ethernet (POE). The Cisco SPA504G can also be powered via an external AC power supply (not included with the phone).
The Cisco SPA504G carries a list price of $189. You can purchase the Cisco SPA504G IP Phone now on VoIPSupply.com for $144.95/ea. The Cisco SPA504G is intended for general or executive use. The SPA504G also features a Full Duplex Speakerphone, Message Waiting Indicator Light, 4-way navigation key, and 12 button dial pad, dedicated illuminated buttons for Volume, Hold, Menu settings and Voicemail access. (more…)
The Cisco SPA508G joins the already released Cisco SPA525G as part of the Cisco Small Business Pro product line. The Cisco SPA508G is an 8 line IP phone with dual switched ethernet ports and support for IEEE Power Over Ethernet (POE). The Cisco SPA508G can also be powered via an external AC power supply (not included with the phone).
The Cisco SPA508G carries a list price of $225. You can purchase the Cisco SPA508G now on VoIPSupply.com for $179.95/ea. The Cisco SPA508G is intended for general office and executive use. The SPA508G also features a Full Duplex Speakerphone, Message Waiting Indicator Light, 4-way navigation key, and 12 button dial pad, dedicated illuminated buttons for Volume, Hold, Menu settings and Voicemail access. (more…)
The Cisco SPA502G joins the already released Cisco SPA525G as part of the Cisco Small Business Pro product line. The Cisco SPA502G is a 2 line IP phone with dual switched ethernet ports and support for IEEE Power Over Ethernet (POE). The Cisco SPA502G can also be powered via an external AC power supply (not included with the phone).
With a manufacturer list price of $164, the Cisco SPA502G has a high resolution grayscale, backlit LCD Display. You can purchase the Cisco SPA502G now on VoIPSupply.com for $129.95/ea. The Cisco SPA502G is intended general office use. The SPA502G also features a Full Duplex Speakerphone, Message Waiting Indicator Light, 4-way navigation key, and 12 button dial pad, dedicated illuminated buttons for Volume, Hold, Menu settings and Voicemail access. (more…)
The Cisco SPA501G joins the already released Cisco SPA525G as part of the Cisco Small Business Pro product line. The Cisco SPA501G is an 8 line IP phone with dual switched ethernet ports and support for IEEE Power Over Ethernet (POE). The Cisco SPA5001G can also be powered via an external AC power supply (not included with the phone).
With a manufacturer list price of $135, the Cisco SPA501G has 8 dedicated line LEDs and a removable paper insert instead of an LCD display. You can purchase the Cisco SPA501G now on VoIPSupply.com for $104.95/ea. The paper insert is designed to organize extensions and speed dial numbers for quick reference. The Cisco SPA501G is intended for use in break rooms, retail desks or common areas where a display is not needed. The SPA501G also features a Full Duplex Speakerphone, Message Waiting Indicator Light, 4-way navigation key, and 12 button dial pad, dedicated illuminated buttons for Volume, Hold, Menu settings and Voicemail access. (more…)
The Cisco SPA509G joins the already released Cisco SPA525G as part of the Cisco Small Business Pro product line. The Cisco SPA509G is a 12 line IP phone with dual switched ethernet ports and support for IEEE Power Over Ethernet (POE). The Cisco SPA509G can also be powered via an external AC power supply (not included with the phone).
The Cisco SPA509G carries a list price of $225. You can purchase the Cisco SPA508G now on VoIPSupply.com for $189.95/ea. The Cisco SPA508G is intended for general office and executive use. The SPA508G also features a Full Duplex Speakerphone, Message Waiting Indicator Light, 4-way navigation key, and 12 button dial pad, dedicated illuminated buttons for Volume, Hold, Menu settings and Voicemail access. (more…)
The Cisco SPA500S joins the already released Cisco SPA525G as part of the Cisco Small Business Pro product line. The Cisco SPA500S is a 32-line, sidecar expansion module that is compatible with all of the Cisco Small Business Pro series IP phones, including the Cisco SPA501G, SPA502G, SPA504G, SPA508G, SPA509G and SPA525G.
The Cisco SPA500S carries a list price of $95. You can purchase the Cisco SPA500S now on VoIPSupply.com for $72.95/ea. The Cisco SPA500S is an ideal add-on for receptionists and other users who require the ability to easily monitor and transfer calls to many different lines or extensions. Any of the Cisco Small Business Pro IP phones will accomodate up to 2 of the Cisco SPA500S expansion modules, adding up to 64 additional lines. (more…)
Over the last few weeks you’ve seen a few posts on the VoIP Insider about the upcoming ClueCon Telephony Developers Conference taking place in Chicago next week.
In case you missed those posts and haven’t yet heard of ClueCon, ClueCon is an event that brings together the entire spectrum of Telephony. From TDM circuits to VoIP and everything in between ClueCon has presentations and discussions that cover several open source telephony applications such as Asterisk/Callweaver, OpenSIPS/Kamailio (formerly OpenSER), Bayonne, YATE and FreeSWITCH.
Besides the opportunity to network and meet with some of the best in the open source world, I’m excited to be going to ClueCon because of these sessions:
IN addition, I’m also excited to meet VoIP Insider readers and VoIP Supply customers. So if you’re going to be in attendance, drop me a line and we’ll see about connecting at the event.
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