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Belkin Wi-Fi Phone for Skype
This handset lets you make Skype calls from any hot spot, includingBoingo. Consistency, however, is not its strength. It logged on to ourown and public wireless networks fine, yet despite identifying Boingohot spots, it connected with only one. Call quality is solid overall,but the cramped keys aren't digit-friendly.
$180, belkin.com
Jabra GN9350
Landline or PC, this wirelessheadset doesn't discriminate. Connect the base station to a USB portand phone jack, then tap the phone or PC button to select your dialingmode. Calls come in smoothly, barring some background hum. Despite theheadset's scant weight (0.9 ounce), we could never get it to sit justright.
$349, jabra.com
Linksys Dual-Mode Internet Telephony Kit CIT400
GetSkype and a landline rolled into one. Connect the base station to aphone jack and router, and enter a few settings into the handset. Asyou dial, select SkypeOut or landline. Number buttons are well spaced,and calls sound crisp, particularly on the landline.
$150, linksys.com
Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Headset
Thoughit features a cushiony headband and earpads, this headset still feelsstiff on the noggin. But you won't mind the pinch once the talk startsflowing. Voices seem incredibly close and pristine, and volume controlsare easily accessed by just tapping the right headphone.
$50, logitech.com
Panasonic Wi-Fi Phone for Skype Executive Travel Set (KX-WP1050)
This CFO-priced bundle includes a router and Wi-Fi phone for roamingSkype calls. But the handset takes eons to power up, and you must enterencryption info at every location (unless at a public hot spot). A painin our executive neck.
$400, panasonic.com
Philips VOIP841
Like the Linksys CIT400, thiswireless handset handles landline and Skype calls. Setup is equallysimple, powering up and connecting to Skype is wicked fast, and all ofour powwows with pals came through loud and clear. The spacious keypadand large rocker button are particularly accommodating to chubbyfingers.
$199, philips.com
Plantronics .Audio 480 Virtual Phone Booth
In-ear buds aren't everyone's cup of tea, but Plantronics' have apleasingly snug fit, though the boom mic kept slipping out at first.Sound was crystal clear, and in-line volume and mute controls arewithin easy reach.
$90 ($110 with USB adapter), plantronics.com
SanDisk Cruzer Contour 
Traveling sans laptop? You can still VoIP when you arrive. Plug this8-GB USB 2.0 stick into any PC, and a few clicks later you'll berunning Skype. (A 4-gig version is half the price.) Bonus: A coolslider mechanism hides and reveals the USB connector, so there's no capfor you to lose.
$190, sandisk.com |
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