Author: James Chapman

Grandstream Unveils New HT701 Analog Telephone Adapter

Posted by | Feb 2, 2012 | , , , |

HT701 Adds Features, Performance & Security Enhancement to Next-Gen ATA at Lower Cost ITEXPO EAST, MIAMI, FL Booth 517 (February 1, 2012) – Grandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, today announced the release of the HT701 a new 1-port Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA). The HT701 Analog Adapter is designed for single line analog phone users – residential, small-to-medium-sized business (SMB) and telecommuters – needing a compact, inexpensive ATA that converts legacy analog telephones, fax machines, conference telephones and other analog devices to access Internet-based telephone services. ATAs allow businesses and consumers to extend the value of their investment in analog devices while migrating to richer, less costly, and multimedia IP services at their own pace. The HT701 is the newest addition to Grandstream’s HandyTone ATA/IAD series of VoIP access devices that offer a range of SIP standard-based ATAs for mixed VoIP applications. Its feature highlights include: Ultra compact design (.98in H x 2.6in W x 3.38in L) and extremely affordable cost Support 5 REN over up to 1km on 24 AWG line Advanced telephony features including Caller ID for various countries, call waiting, do-no-disturb, 3-way conference, transfer, forward, message waiting, T.38 fax, flexible dial plan, multi-language voice prompt, etc. Comprehensive voice codecs including G.711 with Annex I/II, G.729A/B, G.723.1, iLBC, G.726 Strong security protection of voice/data privacy using TLS/SRTP/HTTPS, secure and automated...

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Digium Introduces World’s First Phones Designed for Asterisk

Posted by | Feb 1, 2012 | , , , |

Simple configuration and game-changing app engine set new bar for IP phones ITEXPO, Booth 901 (Miami)-February 1, 2012-Digium®, Inc., the Asterisk® Company, today introduced a new family of high-definition Digium IP phones. They are the first that are engineered to fully leverage the power of Asterisk, the world’s most widely adopted open source communications software, and Switchvox. With Digium technology on both the server and the phone, users will benefit from the best possible performance, unprecedented integration and a uniquely customizable phone system. “Digium’s new phones mark the launch of the next chapter in our history of innovation,” said Danny Windham, president and CEO of Digium. “These are the first phones designed specifically for Asterisk-with the tightest integration possible between the phones and Asterisk. The success of Asterisk began with the transfer of power from the hands of the proprietary phone vendors to the hands of end users and administrators of phone systems. And now we’ve done it again by bringing control to the desk phone. These phones are absolutely the easiest to install, integrate, provision and use with both Asterisk and Switchvox. And best of all, we’ve done all of this at a very competitive price point, providing our customers with the best value in business phone systems.” Asterisk has always been about flexibility, allowing integrators and developers to create highly customized solutions. Likewise, Digium phones include an app...

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New VXI headsets UC Proset now Available

Posted by | Jan 31, 2012 | , , , , |

VXi Corporation are to unveil a brand new range of VXI headsets, called the UC Proset. The VXi UC ProSet is a step up in style and comfort, making it perfect for use in contact centers, at-home offices and other business settings. Designed to be lightweight and deliver crisp, natural audio, the UC ProSet also blocks 87 percent of all background noise. “We’re excited to give our customers and the market our latest evolution in quality headsets and to demonstrate that VXi is on the forefront of style, comfort and quality in our industry,” said President and CEO Michael Ferguson of VXi Corporation. VXi also state “The difference is obvious before you even put it on—it’s one good-looking headset. And when you experience its wideband audio and superior noise canceling, and feel how comfortable it is, you’ll understand that the VXi UC ProSet isn’t just “best in class,” it’s in a class by itself. Its UC-ready design will save you money, too.Whether you already have a Unified Communications system in place, or are still weighing your options, the VXi UC ProSet is ready when you are Here are some of the main features that are available in the VXi UC ProSet headsets. Features Wideband audio for clearer conversations and greater productivity. Superior noise canceling eliminates background noise and improves communication. UC-ready to fit right into your Unified Communications strategy....

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Sangoma’s Vega 5000 Gateway Selected Product of the Year by Internet Telephony Magazine

Posted by | Jan 12, 2012 | , , , |

Versatile Analog-to-IP Telephony Gateway Selected for Its Ability to Efficiently Bridge Disparate Networks TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Jan. 11, 2012) – Sangoma Technologies Corporation (TSX VENTURE:STC), a leading provider of hardware and software components that enable or enhance IP Communications Systems for both voice and data, today announced that that Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC), a global media company, has named its Vega 5000: Analog Media Gateway as a recipient of the 2011 INTERNET TELEPHONY Product of the Year Award. “We are delighted that the editors and executives TMC and Internet Telephony Magazine have recognized the Vega 5000 for its reliability and flexibility in solving the interconnectivity issues that continually challenge network service providers and enterprises,” said Frederic Dickey, director of product management of Sangoma. “As more and more customers look to leverage cloud- and IP-based applications and features, gateways like the Vega 5000 will become an essential solution for connecting these emerging solutions with legacy hardware and network service.” Designed to simplify the integration of legacy voice communications systems with an IP infrastructure, the Vega 5000 provides companies with a cost-effective option for leveraging new IP-based technologies within their existing infrastructure. The Vega 5000 is a 1u rack-mountable chassis supporting from 16 to 50 FXS ports for analog telephone stations, two FXO ports for PSTN connectivity, and full-duplex Ethernet connectivity to an IP infrastructure. It provides support for many popular...

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Clarifications About Digium R-Series vs Xorcom TwinStar Comparison

Posted by | Jan 9, 2012 | , |

The best compliment a manufacturer can receive in any industry is to have another manufacturer publicly compare its products to theirs. It indicates there is a recognised leader in the industry for the specific area being compared. Such is the case with Xorcom and Digium. The latter has finally come out with a resiliency solution for Asterisk and is trying to demonstrate that they now have a more cost-effective and robust resiliency solution than Xorcom. You can view the full clarifications about Digium R-Series vs Xorcom TwinStar comparison article...

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