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What is VOIP?

Voice over Internet Protocol(VoIP) is a protocol optimized for the transmission of voice through the Internet. VoIP is also known as IP Telephony, Internet telephony, Broadband telephony, Broadband Phone and Voice over Broadband. Companies providing VoIP service are commonly referred to as providers. Some cost savings are due to utilizing a single network to carry voice and data. VoIP to VoIP phone calls are sometimes free, while VoIP to public phone networks may have a cost that is borne by the VoIP user.


VOIP Services

VOIP often has a large set of functionality that is free (whereas the normal public phone system must charge for each of these functions to allow for the added cost they must go through in order to provide the functions):
  • extra telephone line
  • 3-way calling
  • call forwarding
  • automatic redial
  • caller ID; features that traditional telecommunication companies (telcos) normally charge extra for.
  • secure calls
  • can be used from anywhere you have an internet connection (location independence)
  • integration with video, data, audio conferencing, managing address books, and others


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VoIP & Gadgets Blog
VoIP & Gadget blog with the latest news in the VoIP and gadget space, wireless, mobile phones, product reviews, opinion & analysis.

Apple's Battery Problems -- Now with iPods!
iPodnanoHT1353_17.jpgRemember not all that long ago when just about every computer notebook manufacturer was having problems with batteries -- like catching on fire! 

Now we have battery problems with cell phones!  

Apple is blaming a problem its problem with overheating iPods in Japan on faulty batteries.

In response to reports that Japan is investigating incidents of iPod nanos getting hot enough to scorch paper placed nearby, Apple acknowledged that "in very rare cases" first-generation iPod nanos sold between September 2005 and December 2006 can overheat.

Extremely rare, Apple said it has received reports about less than 0.001% of first-generation iPod nano units acting in this way, and has traced the problem to a single battery supplier. Apple did not name the supplier. 

Lots more at Macworld.

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Muxtape: The Day the Music Died (Again)
muxtape.jpg The music has stopped at Muxtape.com, the free, online music site that allows users to create a playlist or mixtape of up to 12 songs and share the list with friends. It was temporarily shutdown as the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) flexed its copyright protecting musclea.

The Manhattan-based startup has informed users that it "will be unavailable for a brief period while we sort out a problem with the RIAA."

The RIAA has been cracking down on illegal sharing of copyrighted music on the Web for the past few years. Muxtape has previously said that it does not violate any copyright infringement laws because it is not an online service that allows consumers to illegally download music. It only allows users to listen to songs on the site.

In fact, Muxtape recently launched a service that allowed users to buy music they discovered on the site at Amazon.com's music store. However, computer hackers have been finding ways to make unauthorized copies of songs from Muxtape.

More at Crain's New York Business here.

And lots more here!


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AC/DC & Wal-Mart? Go Figure ...
Who would have figured that Wal-Mart would have become the exclusive retailer for classic rock bands coming back to life?

In the latest news in this area, the king of retailers revealed that the new AC/DC album, Black Ice, will be sold exclusively in Wal-Mart and Sam's Club stores starting in late Octoberac_dc.jpg.

The deal is part of a wider strategy for the world's biggest retailer to get exclusive deals to sell CDs. It is the latest album to be sold under such an arrangement, as Wal-Mart got exclusive rights to sell albums by the Eagles and Journey in recent months.

(And don't forget that AC/DC has one of the all-time top selling albums -- can you believe it? Back in Black sold more than 22 million copies!)

The AC/DC deal was made in conjunction with Columbia Records.

The album is the band's first containing all-new material in eight years. It will cost $11.88. The CD will also be available online at the Sam's Club and AC/DC Web sites. 

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VoSKY Exchange Pro VISIP-EX SIP PBX-to-Skype gateway
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VoSKY just announced the VoSKY Exchange Pro VISIP-EX, a SIP-to-Skype gateway product that bridges the Skype network with SIP-based IP-PBXs and SIP gateways. The VoSKY Exchange Pro VISIP-EX enables companies with SIP-enabled PBXs to add Skype trunks for inexpensive calling. This isn't the first SIP-to-Skype gateway, I've written about others here, here, here, and here, however, this is the first "Skype-certified", enterprise-grade PBX-to-Skype gateway for SIP networks.

The new VoSKY Exchange Pro VISIP-EX is based on the company's enterprise-grade Linux platform and connects an IP-PBX to Skype to dramatically reduce telecom costs up to 90% over traditional telco trunks according to VoSKY.
 
The VoSKY Exchange Pro VISIP-EX integrates with any existing IP-PBX through SIP trunk ports and adds up to 30 lines of Skype. Using aVoSKY Exchange gateway, employees can make and receive Skype calls from their regular office phone - no Skype software, computers, or headsets are required.
 
Further, VoSKY Exchange ensures that all inbound and outbound Skype calls are included in the company's Call Detail Records (CDR), which is important from a managerial perspective. VoSKY Exchange Pro VISIP-EX can take advantage of Skype's newly launched Unlimited World plans for ultra low cost international and long distance calls.

VoSKY explains, "Businesses can also enhance their online sales efforts by adding a Skype-powered click-to-call button on their e-commerce site, online support portal, or web banner, as well as expand market presence by adding a local number in any country where global SkypeIn is available." They added, "Furthermore, the VoSKY gateway lets telecommuters and traveling workers connect to the company PBX from wherever they are, allowing them to talk to the office for free or place low cost international calls. To add remote PBX access, companies only need to install a free Skype client on the employee's laptop or smart phone."

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Digium AA50 1.2 Software Released

Yesterday, Digium released version 1.2 for the Digium Asterisk Appliance 50 (AA50). It's been awhile since I've heard any news about the AA50, so I'm glad to see Digium is still developing for the AA50 even with their new Switchvox-based AA60 appliance offering and their even newer AA300 & AA350 offerings. Actually, I discussed whether Digium's AA60, AA300, and AA350 would compete against their original AA50 Asterisk appliance, which might be worth a read. In a nutshell, I stated that they target different sized businesses. Still, there is some overlap, which is why I'm glad to see Digium is continue to develop for the AA50.

So anyway, what's new in 1.2? First this interesting tidbit for Polycom phone fans: "My Polycom 3XX IP phones display acted funny in the 1.1.x firmware releases. Can I have the original, 1.0.x, behavior back?" To which Digium responds, "Yes. In 1.2, on the Options menu, there's a setting called "Enable Idle Image Display." Turn this setting off, Apply Changes, and reboot your phone."

Also new in 1.2 is support for Internet Explorer 7 and numerous usability improvements in the GUI itself. A new System Status page shows "firmware revision, information about your trunks (Did my VoIP trunks register okay?  Did they fail?), and information about your extensions (what's on your system, and where do they point?)."

One important new feature is on the Trunks page. The pre-configured VoIP service providers are now pulled dynamically from a Digium webservice, instead of being hardcoded into the firmware. Thus, the next time one of the pre-configured providers changes something in their required configuration, Digium can automatically address it without requiring users to download a new AA50 firmware.

Another important new feature is that the Outgoing Calling rules page now allows outbound call pattern matches, in addition to a trunk path, to also be sent to a local destination or out via a fail-over trunk if the primary trunk is unreachable.

All AA50 users that purchased their AA50 and registered their subscription before August 13, 2008 will receive an additional free year of subscription. So essentially, Digium is giving away the 1.2 upgrade for free to those who registered.

This is just the tip of the iceberg of what's new, so go check of the Digium blog post for more. Lastly, I'm actually headed down to Huntsville, Alabama to meet with the Digium crew at their headquarters to find out what Digium is up too lately. Hopefully, I'll have interesting news to report. Stay tuned!

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You Be the Judge! At CES!
ces_logo.gif If you're a member of the press, an independent designer or an engineer, we want you!

(Actually, the International Consumer Electronics Show -- CES -- wants you. And that is some show! This is one that draws hundreds of thousands of people so that the Las Vegas Convention Center -- and some other LV venues -- is filled to overflowing.)

Here's what you need to know for now:
  • Are you able to volunteer a little of your time to judge one of the most prestigious awards programs in the consumer electronics industry?
  • Do you consider yourself a knowledgeable consumer electronics design professional, with expertise in any of the 34 Innovations 2009 awards categories?
  • Do you have at least five years of experience in the CE industry through the media or as an industry analyst or professional?
The Innovations Design and Engineering Awards program recognizes the most innovative consumer electronics products in 34 categories and has become a hallmark for the best-designed products in consumer technology.

Download the awards category guide that includes examples of eligible products within a category to assist you in selecting the categories you feel most qualified to judge.  

More at the International CES web site.

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Amazon's Special MP3 Deals -- Indeed!
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Image my surprise to receive this email the other day:
 Dear Amazon.com Customer,

Amazon MP3 is offering free songs and albums as low as $5. All songs can be played on MP3 players, including the iPod and iPhone. Enjoy your music wherever and however you like it. 

I tried it, and I liked it!

(But you will shocked and awed by the number of songs you don't want for free!)

Amazon.com

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What Economy? TV Sales Surge Anyway
TV shipments for North America hit record growth levels in the second quarter, despite a weaker U.S. economy.

According to research firm DisplaySearch, TV shipments rose 28% compared to the same quarter last year to more than 9.3 million units, marking the strongest quarterly results since the research firm began tracking TV shipments in 2004.  

(No money to go out, so let's spend more time on the couch ...)

Samsung was the leading brand for the quarter, with a record share of approximately 19% of all TV unit shipments in North America, and Sony took the No. 2 spot. Vizio also saw strong gains in PDP market share, ranking it the No. 3 supplier in total TV shipments.

LCD and plasma TV technologies both had strong sequential gains over the first quarter this year of 30% and 35%, respectively, with PDP growth influenced by strong initial shipments of Vizio's 32-inch HD PDPs and LCD growth also very strong at 32 inches (that's one of them above).

LCD TV shipments rose a stronger-than-expected 52% over the second quarter last year, to nearly 7.5 million units. Much of the growth came from small- to midrange screen sizes, such as 19-inch, 22-inch and 32-inch models, where price points are lower and easier on family budgets. 

Get more at TWICE.

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AT&T CallVantage One Step Closer to Oblivion
As I predicted on July 3rd, AT&T would soon be dropping its CallVantage broadband VoIP service since they dropped their affiliate marketing channel.

Well, today I learned that AT&T is no longer accepting ANY new orders from ANY source - affiliate or otherwise. The slow death of CallVantage is a bit sad, but it isn't particularly surprising, not only because they dropped the affiliate channel last month but as I have previously indicated, AT&T is heavily promoting their U-Verse fiber-to-copper hybrid service that combines IPTV, data, and U-Verse Voice (in select areas).

It seems a little early to cut the cord on acquiring new Callvantage customers since neither U-Verse or U-Verse Voice are available in most of the country - including my neighborhood where it was promised for this summer. I would think they would want to acquire these customers on CallVantage and then easily port them over to U-Verse when it becomes available in their area. It is much easier and less expensive to retain an existing customer than acquire a new one. But perhaps CallVantage was burning money and wasn't profitable? Unlikely since there isn't a lot of overhead in offering VoIP, especially since AT&T has a vast network they already pay for. My guess is that internal politics played a role more than profitability. It's too bad. Callvantage has some cool features that other broadband VoIP players didn't have. Could be good news for Vonage, Packet8 and the rest - one less single-play provider...

Check out the announcement made on their website:
Thank you for your interest in AT&T CallVantage® service. Currently we are not accepting new orders for AT&T CallVantage service. We will continue to evaluate our AT&T CallVantage service and remain committed to providing leading, next generation voice services for today's consumer and business customers. For information on other AT&T products and service please visit www.att.com

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Jaybird Does Bluetooth (Headsets/Headphones) Nice
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I've had the good fortune to give the Jaybird JB-100 Bluetooth Stereo Headset a workout, and it's been a good time.

Now the JB-200 supersedes the groundbreaking JB-100 -- which boldly presented a new design in this field.

The JB-200 offers the same great design, but now with:
  • More control of music, with complete AVRCP Music and Call Controls
  • Improved fit, with 25% narrower ear-tip
  • Sound isolation, with 50% longer sound-isolating ear-tips
  • Greater comfort, with higher grade, softer silicon ear-tips
  • Enhanced audio experience, with 25% more volume and improved bass performance
  • Clearer voice reception on phone calls, with relocated & upgraded mic
  • More freedom of movement, with a one-inch longer behind-the-neck cord 
www.jaybirdgear.com


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Anybody Still Playing RuneScape?
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 This was a monster massive online gaming experience not all that long ago, but has RuneScape seen better days?

Is anybody out there still questing?

Last time I looked there were almost 175,000 players online, but were you one of them?

I must know ...

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Comments on this Entry:

(db on Aug 13, 2008 10:40 PM) maybe the iphone will revive it.

(Graham Francis on Aug 19, 2008 1:28 AM) Oh yes, my Nephew (he's 12) drives me nuts trying to get me to play on Runescape as he is totally addicted to it. Personally I think he should 'move on' and try the Wii as Runescape seems a little 'stiff' and restricted in the gameplay. If it's any comparison, he's a PS2 and PSP nut as well but for him - it's Runscape all the way!
Krusell's Getting the Picture: Camera Cases Coming
lkrusell_ogo_new.jpg If you make cases for mobile phones, then why not make cases for cameras?

At least that's what Krusell may have been thinking with the announcement that they will roll out their first line of camera cases next month at the huge Photokina trade show in Germany.

If they are anything as interesting and practical as the existing product line, they will be sure to attract attention.

And will there be a monthly list of best selling cameras based on case sales?

www.krusell.se

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LCD Still Moving, but Is a Slowdown Ahead?
300px-LCD_layers.svg.png LCD TV sales grew 25% quarter-to-quarter in Q2, according to Quixel Research in its LCD TV Market Review. The growth was attributed to the availability of more screen sizes with less emphasis on 1080p models.

While unit sales for the 32-inch and 40- to 42-inch screen size segments were up 22% and 26%, respectively, the new 19W and 22W models launched in the second quarter showed the most dramatic growth. Unit sales for the 19W segment increased 121% quarter-to-quarter, while the 22W segment was up 262% for the same time period.

More sales equals more revenue to the tune of $5.5 billion in Q2 compared to $4.9 billion in Q1, according to the review.

Sales of small- and mid-sized LCDs increased 30% for 720p models, while sales of 1080p models were up 33%.

But can these strong sales figures be maintained as the economy sucks the once extra dollars out of consumers' pockets into staples like food, shelter and transportation?

(Thanks to the ole Wikipedia for the image.)

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LG: #2 in Mobile and Trying Harder
vx10000voyager_index.gif LG Electronics, the South Korean mobile phone manufacturer, has overtaken rival Samsung to take second place in the U.S. handset market behind Motorola in the latest quarter.

The figures, prepared by Strategy Analytics, a Boston-based research firm, underscore the popularity of several touchscreen-based handsets made by LG, including the Vu and Voyager (photo above). Both are sold by Verizon Wireless in competition with Apple's iPhone offered exclusively by AT&T in the U.S. 

More at the Financial Times.

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Mac Clone Maker in Trouble -- Did You Even Know about Mac Clones?
hero_leopard.png The Miami-based Macintosh clone maker that was sued by Apple has retained a law firm that has beaten Apple in the past, court documents show.

Apple has charged Psystar with multiple counts of violating copyright, trademark, breach-of-contract and unfair-competition laws by installing Mac OS X 10.5 on Intel-based computers that it has sold since April.

According to the lawsuit, Psystar violated the Mac OS X end-user licensing agreement (EULA) when it installed Leopard on its OpenComputer desktops and OpenServ servers, both which can be ordered from the company with Apple's operating system onboard.

Now I want to know who bought these clones from Psystar in the first place?

Much more at Computerworld.

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Gaming Console Sales -- Who's on Top?
nintendo_wii[1].jpg It's always interesting to me to keep tabs on what's selling and what's not -- the proverbial what's hot and what's not.

Let's take a look at a favorite topic -- video gaming consoles.

Amid a long rant on Advertising Age about how Sackboy has a good shot at lifting PS3, we learn that (drum roll please!) according to noted analysts NPD Group, through June, PS3 -- which got a later start than chief rival Xbox 360 -- had sold 4.9 million units vs. Xbox 360's 10.5 million and Wii's 10.9 million since their introductions.

There, now that's settled ...

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The Apple Is Never Dull ...
128px-Apple-logo.png Never a dull moment in the land of Apple.

(Who said tech is dull?)

Just take a look at just some of the recent news (most of it today, in fact):
  • 3 million iPhones sold in the first month (more here)
  • iPhone 3G issues (more here)
  • Problems with MobileMe (more here)
  • Steve Jobs' health (is there a succession plan or does the company start and end with him?)
You know, this is like an Apple headline news digest, but very easy on the system.

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Airport Gadget Kiosks from Best Buy
bestbuyexpress-sb.jpg I've always enjoyed gadget browsing at airports (and maybe buying) and now Best Buy has upped that ante by announcing plans to add a dozen self-serve vending kiosks inside major airports across the country as part of a new pilot program called Best Buy Express.

Best Buy is partnering with ZoomSystems, a San Francisco-based vending machine company, for the project that will install the small automated stores at eight airports by September 1.

The machines will stock cell phone and computer accessories, along with digital cameras, portable data storage devices, headphones, travel adapters, electronic chargers and other gadgets.

The kiosks will be installed in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis and San Francisco. 

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GTA IV for PC To Feature Expanded Multiplayer System
grand theft auto933037_20080428_thumb001.jpg Gamers will see the release of Grand Theft Auto IV (GTA IV) for their platform of choice this fall. Game developer Rockstar Games and parent company Take-Two have announced that the popular title will hit store shelves on Nov. 18.

Naturally, gameplay in GTA IV will be a little different on the PC than it is on the PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360, principally because gamers often use keyboards and mice instead of specialized controllers.

However, Rockstar is adding what it calls a newly expanded multiplayer system just for the PC.

One of the big draws for PC gaming is multiplayer, so if they can create a unique PC-oriented multiplayer experience, it could pull more people in. If it's something substantially different, and it's great, it could even convince some of the people who bought the console version to buy the PC version just for the multiplayer.

Wait and see ...

Check out more at eCommerce Times here.

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NanoLite's Got It Right!
NanoliteDSC00886c20-150x131.jpgWe've all been there before -- trying to fit our key into a pitch black keyhole. Pick car or house, it's still a pain fumbling in the dark to get that darn key in there!

NanoLite to the rescue!

The world's smallest adhesive light (0.56" X 0.7" and 0.2" thick),  it easily adhers to keys or any other flat surface and can be activated simply by pressing a small recessed button, which radiates a small but bright light.

No tools or assembly are required. Just pull off the adhesive protector and stick it on the key ... it's that easy. 

Unlike old fashioned key chain lights that require two hands to operate,
NanoLite automatically shines where your key is pointing. One hand
operation means no more fumbling when you're hands are full carrying
groceries, tools or children. With NanoLite you'll have faster, safer entry
into your car, house or anyplace else.

MSRP: $2.99

www.januaryinnovations.com 

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Comments on this Entry:

(Jen on Aug 11, 2008 7:19 PM) I own a NanoLite and am so happy with it! I recently purchased it on Amazon.com after hearing about it from a friend. NanoLite allows me to feel a little safer at night when all I have in my hand are my car keys.

(Amy La Sala on Aug 11, 2008 7:55 PM) I have one and love it! I didn't realize how much I needed something like this until my husband got me one and now I can't go without it! I think it's available online. I got mine on amazon. Check it out.

(Keslie on Aug 13, 2008 12:42 PM) I love NanoLite, I have two of them! I bought mine off of amazon.com as well after I saw a friend using one.

Text-To-VoIP Plug-in for MorphVOX Pro
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Found a cool Text-To-VoIP Plug-In for MorphVOX Pro that allows you to speak over the Internet or soft-phone using customizable text-to-speech voices. Essentially it lets you type phrases/words, it converts the text-to-speech, and then plays it over your PC's audio connection.

This plug-in allows you to type text messages to your friends over voice clients such as Ventrilo, MSN, Skype, softphones, World of Warcraft Voice Chat, Counter-Strike and other VoIP-enabled games. They claim the plug-in is helpful for people who cannot speak with their own voice or who would like a text alternative to communicating with voice. Or perhaps your just a shy, pimple-ridden male teenager whose voice is changing making you sound like a girl, so this is one way to avoid embarrassment as you frag one of your enemies and shout "I blasted your [censored] sky high!".

The plugin ties directly into the Windows audio class no doubt so it should work with most VoIP applications. It appears they're using the Cepstral TTS engine, which is often used in Asterisk, the open source IP-PBX. In addition, the Text-To-VoIP plug-in works directly with the MorphVOX Pro voice-changing engine. This provides a way for you to morph a single text-to-speech voice into hundreds of different voices.

Go check out the Text-To-VoIP Plug-In here

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The iPhone Kill Switch -- Something for Austin Powers?
Apple's iPhone "kill switch" has prompted much hand-wringing, despite the fact that no one knows exactly