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Datum nieuwsfeit: 16-03-2006
USRobotics introduceert USB telefoonadapter op CeBIT; Skype gecertificeerd product biedt gebruikers flexibiliteit voor zowel Skype als PSTN
( BW)(IL-USROBOTICS) USRobotics Introduces USB Telephone Adapter at
CeBIT; Skype Certified Product Gives Users the Flexibility of Both
Skype and PSTN
Business Editors/High-Tech Editors
CeBIT 2006
CHICAGO & MAIDENHEAD, England & HANNOVER, Germany--(BUSINESS
WIRE)--March 13, 2006--USRobotics, a Platinum Equity company,
announced the introduction of its Skype certified USR9620 USB
Telephone Adapter this week at CeBIT, the world's largest trade fair
showcasing digital IT and telecommunications solutions for home and
work environments. USRobotics' USB Telephone Adapter lets users make
both Skype Internet Telephony calls and traditional PSTN calls via
their existing PSTN telephone handset.
The USB Telephone Adapter is simple to install and use, and
requires no additional hardware from a PSTN or broadband provider.
Users connect an analog telephone line and a standard cordless or
corded telephone to the USR9620, and then connect the USR9620 to a USB
port on their computer running the Skype software and connected to the
Internet via broadband.
"Our telephone adapter lets people use both Skype and their home
phone line to make calls from the same telephone handset," says Rizwan
Akbar, USRobotics' Product Manager. "The advanced features of the
USR9620 allow users to save money on their long distance calling even
when they are away from the computer running Skype."
Telephones that can display caller ID are automatically enhanced
to display Skype user name, as well as PSTN caller identification(1).
Advanced call waiting handling allows for notification of incoming
calls (Skype or PSTN) while the phone is in use and lets users switch
between the calls or even link a Skype call and a PSTN call in a
three-way conference.
Intelligent forwarding of incoming Skype calls to mobile phones or
landline phones and vice versa means USR9620 users will no longer have
to stop using Skype's low cost calling services when they are away
from their computer. Simply configure the USR9620 to forward
unanswered Skype calls to another phone number and the USB Telephone
Adapter will forward the Skype call over the PSTN connection. Users
can also access Skype via the PSTN or mobile network by dialing in to
their USR9620 to place Skype and Skype Out calls from any remote
location.
(1) PSTN caller identification requires Caller ID service from a
telephone service provider.
USRobotics at CeBIT
CeBIT is the world's largest trade fair showcasing digital IT and
telecommunications solutions for home and work environments. In
addition to launching the USR9620 USB Telephone Adapter at the show,
USRobotics will feature other products in the company's stand (hall
25/ stand E58/E60).
Featured products include:
-- The USR9610 USB Internet Speakerphone makes free Skype calls
hands free. With powerful echo cancellation technology,
convenient volume and mute buttons, and full-duplex operation,
the USR9610 works just like a traditional speakerphone, only
without the costs of a long distance call.
-- MAXg Wireless Networking Product Range offers maximum
flexibility in wireless networking. By implementing MAXg,
USRobotics considerably enhanced the possibilities of 802.11g
standard. The product range offers up to 125 Mbps transmission
speed, up to 50 percent higher range compared to conventional
802.11g-WLAN-devices, extensive and state of the art security
features, easy to use installation, and convenient handling,
as well as an extensive multiple product range.
Additional news announcements from USRobotics can be expected,
including:
-- Skype Us Support: USRobotics recently provided customers with
the opportunity to call technical support via Skype, making
customer support free for callers!
About USRobotics
USRobotics is a Platinum Equity company. For three decades, the
company has been a leader in Internet access and networking, helping
millions of people connect to the Internet with powerful, innovative
products. The company is rapidly expanding its category leadership by
transforming the latest technologies into reliable and easy-to-use
high performance products, including high-speed, broadband modems;
wired and wireless networking solutions; and Internet security
devices; for the growing home, home office, and small- to medium-sized
business markets. The company is dedicated to keeping people connected
worldwide -- to information, entertainment, and each other. USRobotics
is privately held and headquartered in the Chicago area with its EMEA
headquarters base in the UK. For further information, please visit the
Web site at www.usr.com.
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CONTACT: USRobotics
Gena Mazzeo, 847-874-2135 (Media)
Gena_mazzeo@usr.com
Christine Wildgruber, +49 (0) 89-99 249320
(USRobotics Germany, Austria, Switzerland)
Mobil: +49 (0) 179-2955135
christine_wildgruber@usr.com