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| Panasonic Wi-fi Phone for Skype |
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Panasonic introduces the KX-WP1050 Wi-Fi phone for use with Skype, the popular Voice Over IP communications service that allows point-to-point calling around the world. Skype users can enjoy incredible cost savings combined with the convenience of a regular phone. The KX-WP1050 frees the user from being tied down to a computer so he or she can move from room to room without worrying about missed calls. Or make and receive calls in a public hotspot, which doesn't require browser authentication. The included travel router makes it easy to take this incredible communications solution on the road.
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Product Details |
- Interfaces - Two 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet RJ-45 jacks (WAN/LAN), IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11b/g
- Wireless data transfer security - SSID, WEP (64/128 bit), WPAPSK (TKIP, AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP, AES), Broadcast SSID, MAC address filter
- Dimensions - 1.3 x 5.83 x 2.01
- Weight - 150 g (0.33 lbs.)
- 1.8 TFT display (65K colors)
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 Review for Panasonic Skype Phone |
| Review Date: May 9, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Skypen, TX, USA |
| I love this phone! It was very easy to setup. The router only took a few minutes to get setup on our network and then once the phone was done charging (6 hours for first time use) it only took about 5 mins to finish the setup for the phone. I have taken it around to surrounding businesses and have had decent luck finding open networks. Most of the restaurants around my home have open networks but a lot of businesses do not. So, it is not like a cell phone but, it has great potential. If you know the network key for a secured network, the interface on the phone makes it very easy to select the network (which it searches for all surrounding networks) and enter in the key. The buttons on the phone are very clear and easy to use. The interface is very straight forward. It is easy to program in additional contacts that you don't have saved on your Skype profile. If you do have contacts in your Skype profile, it will automatically load them on your phone when you sign in. Also, the router is very easy to configure, so if you travel, this is wonderful! You can talk on your phone and use your computer wirelessly at the same time. Anyone who has traveled and been stuck at a desk will really appreciate this!! The one thing I didn't know, and ended up having to call Panasonic about, was if the phone only charged by plugging it into the router. In the instruction manual, it says the phone must be charged by plugging it into the router. I have since found out that you can also charge the phone by plugging it into your computer's USB port. It also can be charged with the charger I have for my blackberry. So, that has made life a lot easier since finding that out. All in all, I am thrilled! A MUST if you travel and enjoy Skype!! |
Panasonic builds a winner!
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| Review Date: May 27, 2007 |
| Reviewer: John Demyan, Pasadena, MD |
I bought this unit because of Panasonic's reputation for value and quality. I was not disappointed. The Skype service worked well and the unit setup was really easy despite my lack of familiarity.
The Base Unit supplied doubles as a wireless router for both the Panasonic Handset and my Laptop and does an excellent job in both roles.
Even the supplied Travel Case for the equipment is well engineered.
If you have never tried Skype you are in for a (money saving) treat. Most everyone I call using Skype reports that the sound quality surpasses the typical cellular phone.
Admittedly, the Handset gets mixed results when used with WI-FI routers other than the Base Unit supplied by Panasonic, but this is a small concern in my opinion. Also the unit (like any unit using Skype) does not identify itself to Caller ID so it appears as "Unknown Caller" on many telephones with Caller ID capability.
Overall, Panasonic has built another winner!
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Better than I thought
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| Review Date: July 21, 2007 |
| Reviewer: William Conron, Chicago |
This unit is just what i wanted. The real test is how does it sound to the person on the other end. The sound is very clear and better than I expected. The set up is very simple and easy to understand. This is not a for primary use but a very nice secondary. It is also great for someone traveling internationally. It is a but pricey but so are standard cell phone bills. This can cut your cell bill down by 30% a year. I think this is the first of a new generation of WiFi Skype phones. Panasonic did a nice job. Strongly suggest buying a case for phone other than traveling case
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