Linksys WIP320 Linksys Wireless-G Skype IPhone

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Linksys WIP320 Linksys Wireless-G Skype IPhone

Product Type - Skype Phone
Warranty - 1 year limited
Transmit Power -- 12.5 dBm for 802.11g / 16.6 dBm for 802.11b
Radio Range -- Outdoor up to 200m, Indoor up to 75m via embedded antenna

List Price: $178.27
Lowest Price: $119.99

Product Description:

Get wireless handset convenience when you use Skype! Now when you want to talk to your friends you don't need your computer because the Skype application is pre-loaded on the Wireless-G Phone. The Linksys Wireless-G Phone for Skype comes with the Wireless-G Phone and charger and is already pre-loaded with Skype. You are now free to use Skype anywhere you have wireless Internet access. Just select who you want to talk to from your contact list on your color display and get ready to talk.Of course, the Wireless-G Phone supports SkypeOut dialing and rings when you have a Skype or SkypeIn call coming in, displaying the caller's ID on the screen. The Wireless-G Phone also supports call waiting and Skype's optional Voicemail service. When you're on a call, you can hit the Mute button for privacy, or use the handsfree speakerphone function to let everyone join in.The Linksys Wireless-G Phone for Skype allows you to make calls to other Skype users from anywhere you have wireless Internet access. You'll get the convenience of a wireless handset and all its features, plus the high-quality voice reception integrated right into your Skype phone, no computer is required!The WIP320 is also part of the iPhone family of handheld devices which harness the power of the Internet to deliver more than talk, uniting the familiarity of the telephone with compelling Internet services, access to personal content, and integration with the home to create complete communications solutions. iPhone - More that Talk!

Customer Reviews:

Rating:
Date: 2008-06-10
Limited functionality... does not connect to networks consistently
I will not get into all of the complaints listed in the other reviews -- each of which is more or less relevant depending on your needs and expectations.

I was EXTREMELY disappointed with the sporadic and inconsistent manner in which it was able to connect to wireless networks.... that is, it connects perfectly in certain places and does not connect AT ALL in other places.

You CANNOT depend on this device to connect to any wireless network... whether you have the appropriate security keys or not.

If you don't have a Linksys router where you intend to use this phone, you are taking a chance when you buy it. The good news is that it is extremely easy to return to Amazaon.

It's a shame really... because when it works... it works well.

Rating:
Date: 2008-04-23
Good WiFi phone over all!
This is a good phone. The only thing I have noticed is that the signal has to be pretty strong or the phone won't connect. I wish you could IM with the phone since it is Skype.

Rating:
Date: 2008-04-14
SImple setup, smart design, no charging base
It probably only took me 10 minutes before I was making Skype, Skype-in, and Skype out calls. Network recognition and setup couldn't have been simpler. I'm guessing that Skype design has a lot to do with simplicity of this so I won't give all the credit to Linksys (I've checked other manuals and the all have pretty much the same features and menus). The only downside is that this phone doesn't have a charging base.

Rating:
Date: 2008-04-09
Great attempt ... waiting for more
There are not many options if you are looking for Skype phone out there. So among them this is a great option.

Pros:
- Great sound quality ... no delay
- Compatible with WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PS, TKIP, AES
- connects like a charm

Cons:
- very poor battery time
- no text messaging
- menu navigation/operation slows down if not rebooted for couple of days
- Takes long time to reboot

I will definitely wait for second or third generation of Wifi Skype phones.

Rating:
Date: 2008-03-31
LinksysWIP320 Skype phone.
Nice simple packaging. Limited printed instructions on how to operate the phone but the accompanyiong CD has all that is needed if you wish to ptint out the 80 odd page user'e manual. I charged the phone for the required 16 hours or so and it was then easy to use but I didcovered that there were no simple instuctions about how to turn Skype off and by not turning it off over night I discovered the battery flat the next day. It took me a while to realise what the problem was when trying to use the phone while the battery was flat. Once plugged into a power socket is was soon up and running.
I have not had any oportunity to use the phone in many free unlocked Wi Fi locations as yet so I cannot really provide comments on the value of the phone outside my own household wi fi signal

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