snom announced its executive business phone, the snom 821, has been tested and approved by Microsoft Corp. for interoperability with Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2, and is being further tested for use with Microsoft Lync 2010.This recognition represents the second snom desktop phone to be qualified through the Compatible Devices Program.

The snom 821 and previously qualified snom 300 will be on display in the snom (Booth # 637) at the upcoming Enterprise Connect Conference and Expo in Orlando, FL, February 28 March 3. The snom 821 OCS edition will also be on display at CeBIT, March 1 5 in Hanover, Germany (Hall 13, Stand C42) and from March 8-9 at UCEXPO in London, United Kingdom (Booth 717).

ClearOne unveiled its two latest USB speakerphones designed for personal desktop use in organizations using Microsoft Lync or Skype for audio conferencing via Windows personal computers. In Orlando for the opening the Enterprise Connect industry conference, ClearOne introduced the CHAT 70-U (for Lync) and CHAT 60-U (for Skype), both featuring integrated call controls, including an end-call button, on the device. The new models are also equipped with propriety ClearOne technologies enabling natural conversation without the clipping, echo, noise or tinny sound many people associate with speakerphone use.

netTALK.COM announces its netTALK DUO is now available through the popular Canadian e-commerce site, Amazon.ca.

“We are elated to be working with Amazon to offer the DUO to more customers in more places than ever before,” said Anastasios “Takis” Kyriakides, Chairman and CEO of netTALK.

For those looking to cut landlines and save money, look no further than the netTALK DUO – a revolutionary VoIP device and digital phone service allows customers to make free nationwide calls to any landline or mobile phone in Canada and the U.S. from anywhere in the world, as well as low-cost international rates.

Users can receive calls for free, and DUO-to-DUO calls are free anywhere in the world. It’s also the most versatile digital phone service available – no monthly fees, no contracts and no computer required.

VTech announces that its new Avant 5000 model cordless VoIP phone has become the first handset in the world to be certified as compliant with CAT-iq 2.0, a certification programme introduced by the DECT Forum only in December last year. The programme tests devices on protocol, radio frequency level and especially on audio quality, one of the key drivers of CAT-iq.

CAT-iq stands for Cordless Advanced Technology - internet and quality. It was developed to meet the demands of the new generation of IP-based services and devices. The technology enables transport of voice via broadband, making it sound more natural and "true-to-life" than the standard Plain Old Telephone Network and 3G mobile communication. The DECT Forum is the international association of the wireless home and enterprise communication industry and has been offering certification of CAT-iq products at laboratories in Germany and Norway.

VoX Communications has entered into an agreement with a person-to-person marketing firm to sell the Ojo Vision Digital Video Phone and service as one of its product offerings. This unique voice and video telephone service to consumers is also a business-class commercial solution to small and medium size business customers.

In addition to the true-to-life video calling experience, the plan includes a full suite of traditional calling features like caller ID, call waiting and 3-way calling. Innovative features like 3-way video conferencing, connecting to a large screen LCD or TV and unlimited video calling are also included.

As numerous organizations worldwide are looking to take advantage of the cost savings and additional services available when migrating from digital to VoIP phone lines, the demand for hardware that can convert conventional phones to IP phones is huge. In order to cater to this demand, Citel provides customers with the Portico Telephone VoIP adapter. This product allows users to harness the benefits of their PBX, P-phone and analog phones as well as their existing phone cabling infrastructure.

snom has taken office mobility a step forward with the launch of the snom m9 DECT phone, a full-function mobile handset for seamless, business-class VoIP. As the newest member of the snom phone family, the snom m9 will be on display for the first time in the Americas at the IT Expo East 2011 in Miami, FL, February 2-4.

The snom m9 combines snom’s highly-interoperable IP communications firmware with an advanced DECT handset, giving business users an affordable cordless VoIP phone that integrates with all major SIP-based IP PBXs, including snom’s own snom ONE IP PBX. Each snom m9 supports four concurrent calls and the ability to interconnect nine handsets at once, providing a highly-scalable cordless option for small and medium-sized businesses.

VoIP Supply is pleased to announce the addition of five new Polycom KIRK wireless handsets. KIRK handsets are a wireless solution, based on the international DECT standard, for any business looking to provide employees with the freedom and efficiency of being able to move freely through the workplace while maintaining continuous availability.

These new handsets were designed for specific applications - Manufacturing and Healthcare. For example, the Polycom KIRK 7020, developed for the healthcare industry, is a bacteria resistant handset with a membrane keypad for easy cleaning. Durable and dust tight, the Polycom KIRK 6020was engineered for mobility in manufacturing applications and is also water, vibration, and shock resistant.

netTALK.COM has announced its netTALK DUO is now available on Walmart.com. This VoIP device and digital phone service allows customers to quickly make free nationwide calls to any landline or mobile phone in the U.S. and Canada from anywhere in the world, as well as low-cost international rates. Users can also receive calls for free, and DUO-to-DUO calls are free no matter where in the world the other person is located. It’s also the most versatile digital phone service available – no monthly fees, no contracts and no computer required.

CyberData Corporation announces the release of the highly anticipated VoIP Indoor Keypad Intercom with Night Ringer, available in flush or wall mount versions.

The Keypad Intercom, next in the line of SIP intercom devices which includes the Outdoor, Emergency and Indoor Intercoms, combines the functions of the current line of intercoms with a 12-key keypad that has programmable speed dial and provides local and remote secure door lock control.

Jabra announces the expansion of its portfolio of Skype-certified products designed to offer a handsfree VoIP solution for all of life's situations – from the dorm room to the board room. Three new products join the Jabra EXTREME – FOR PC, which launched in October 2010, to offer a complete suite of products that enable multi-tasking through a simple plug & play installation process. The introduction of these new products gives Jabra a wide portfolio of VoIP-specific products on the market, providing consumers with access to a Skype-certified headset or speakerphone for their mobile lifestyle. The new portfolio of products will be shown for the first time at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this week.

The rapid growth of the VoIP calling industry – , alone, has more than 560 million registered users worldwide – has fueled demand for better headset and speakerphone solutions with top-of-the-line sound quality and features. Jabra is stepping up to the challenge, putting a heavy emphasis on its line of VoIP-optimized products as communication trends indicate that consumers are turning to laptops, mobile devices, tablets and PCs to make more and more of their calls.

VoX Communications has launched the Ojo Vision Digital Video Phone and service as one of its core product offerings. VoX is one of the first companies to offer this unique voice and video solution as a home phone replacement to consumers and as a business-class commercial solution to small and medium size business customers.

In addition to the true-to-life video calling experience, each plan includes a full suite of traditional calling features like caller ID, call waiting and 3-way calling. Innovative features like 3-way video conferencing, connecting to a large screen LCD or TV and unlimited video calling are also included.

Grandstream Networks introduces the new entry-level enterprise desktop SIP telephone GXP1450 with a list price of US$99.00. The 2-line GXP1450 delivers all the features, quality, and ROI required for today's enterprise customers including Grandstream's superior HD audio quality for crystal clear voice communications, LCD XML customization, automated provisioning, integrated personal Web productivity applications, and advanced security protection. The GXP1450 joins Grandstream's growing portfolio of recently introduced HD SIP phones including the GXP2100, GXP2110 and GXP2120.

VoX Communications has successfully implemented the Ojo Vision Digital Video Phone within its network and will become one of the first companies to offer a seven-inch business class video phone with unlimited calling plans for both voice and video.

VoSKY has announced the launch of the VoSKY Multimedia Touchscreen Videophone, the industry's first Certified multi-functional videophone that combines multimedia capabilities including: music player, video player and digital photo frame. This affordable videophone with built-in webcam, speaker and large 7" LCD color touchscreen is optimized for free Skype-to-Skype video and voice calls.

The VoSKY Multimedia Touchscreen Videophone is an always-on device that is ready for incoming or outgoing free Skype-to-Skype video and voice calls at anytime. When users are not on a Skype call, they are able to listen to SHOUTcast Radio or view photos, local news, weather, sports scores and more through FrameChannel. In addition, users can listen to their MP3 music and watch video clips.