Mitron has launched the SMC WSKP100, a Wi-Fi Skype phone that allows a user to make and receive Skype calls without the need of a PC.

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The company claims that this handset supports almost all Skype functions, enabling free calling within the Skype network and cost effective calling to fixed lines or mobile phones using Skype’s SkypeIn and SkypeOut services. It also supports conference calls, Skype’s user base search and voice mail. Based on the 802.11b/g standard, the WSKP100 is compatible with almost all standard Wi-Fi access points or wireless routers on the market.

Mitron’s Managing Director, Michael Boorne said, “The WSKP100 is ideal for people at home, in business or even students on campus who are looking to make cost effective calls, without the hassle of switching on a computer. With more than 3 million Skype users in Australia, this phone will allow people to better utilise the rapidly growing number of free wireless access points which support browser-less authentication and an increasing number free public hotspots situated in key business travel locations and vacation areas. As wireless routers become more affordable for the home and small office, it will also provide users with more options for greater flexibility and mobility.”

The product comes with a Quality of Service (QoS) function that ensures voice data prioritisation over other data packet types, has support for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA and WPA2) with pre-shared keys (PSK), and claims to deliver 3-hours continuous talk-time and 30-hour standby time.

RRP: $239.00

See: www.mitron.com.au