Belkin redefines connectivity with its latest Skype phones

Company Brief

Mumbai, August 18, 2009

Belkin India, the leading global provider of interconnectivity solutions across computing and consumer electronic devices, has introduced its new desktop and handheld wifi Skype Phones, which allows you to make free Skype Internet calls without having to turn on the computer.

With in-built Wi-Fi facility, these Wi-Fi phones will work anywhere in the world. A user is just required to have access to a Wi-Fi network in any home, office, public hotspot, or municipal wireless access point that does not require browser-based authentication.

Allowing up to 500 Skype and Skype Out contacts in the contact list, call hold/release, call pickup/park, muting, redial and call-timer display . They come with special built in TFT screens offering extra visual clarity of vibrant, colorful text; outstanding sound quality; wireless security through WEP and WPA-PSK; compatibility with 802.11b/g Wi-Fi standards; and software updates achieved wirelessly, without requiring a USB cable. As a starter Belkin is providing 30 Skype Out minutes and 1 month’s free voicemail to early buyers.

NET - Desktop Internet Phone

Belkin's Desktop Internet Phone for Skype allows you to make unlimited free phone calls to other Skype users without a computer as long as users are in the coverage of a broadband internet connection. It also lets you call people who use traditional phone systems -using Skype Out- at drastically reduced rates compared to standard phone services. Quick and simple in setup, with an easy-to-use interface, it automatically signs into your Skype account. The desktop Skype phone (F1PP010ENakSK) is available at an MRP of Rs. 7,284/- and is backed with a one warranty.

Available at all leading electronic stores in Indian metros.

Wi-Fi® Phone for Skype

The easy to set up Belkin Wi-Fi Phone for Skype doesn't require a PC and will work anywhere in the world where you can connect to a Wi-Fi network. It can be used at home, in the office, at a café or at a municipal wireless access point that is compatible and does not require browser-based authentication. Pre-loaded with Skype software and featuring the familiar Skype interface, the Belkin Wi-Fi Phone is ready to use straight out of the box.

To make a call, one has to simply use the intuitive on-screen colour menu to locate a contact and view their online availability - exactly like you use Skype today. Backed with the Call history, Clock and auto list import features the handheld Skype phone (F1PP000GNakSK) is available at an MRP of Rs. 9,712 and backed with a one year warranty.

Available at all leading electronic stores in Indian metros.

“Make free unlimited Skype calls or low rate international calls, that’s what we deliver through these phones. We at Belkin maintain a sustained effort to deliver ease in technological advances that will benefit any user. The Skype phone range was designed breaking away from the usual medium allowing the user free and increased connectivity either at home or on the go.” said Mohit Anand, Country Manager, Belkin India.

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