New Phone, Service Kickstart First Commercial WiFI VoIP Service in UK
Mobiboo, a UK startup, is launching a WiFi-based VoIP service in the UK that is designed to work via any accessible WiFi hotspot. Mobiboo is using a WiFI service provider called The Cloud and all of The Cloud’s hotspots will be available to subscribers. In addition, subscribers can use home WiFi services.
As part of the deal and to make it more attractive to consumers, Mobiboo is also supplying a second generation WiFi-based VoIP phone from UT Starcomm, the F3000. The F3000comes in a clamshell-design handset that measures 85 x 43 x 22mm and weighs approximately 90g. It features a full-color, 1.8†LCD screen, polyphonic ringtones, text messaging capability, talk-time of up to three hours and stand-by time of approximately 75 hours. The F3000 also features an Auto-Search capability, enabling users to locate WiFi networks within range and store these profiles for later use. Moreover, the handset can be programmed with three separate SIP accounts, providing both service provider and access point flexibility for the end user.
“The cost-savings of VoIP have already been proven by companies such as Skype. Mobiboo has gone one step further to replicate a true mix of traditional mobile, DECT and landline phone services to provide both residential and business customers with a credible alternative, thus giving real value for money. In a nut shell, a mobile number, DECT functionality and landline pricing with the additional coverage available with WiFi.†explained Richard Newsome, Commercial Director at Mobiboo.
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