Wish list
Here is our wish list for the final release SMC Skype Wi-Fi phone in US (or maybe in the next generation). According to our article: Overseas Source confirms WiFi Phone Shipment for Skype, all four Skype announced Wi-Fi phone (Netgear, SMC, Belkin, and EdgeCore) are using the same Accton’s design. Therefore, this wish list can be applied to all four different brand name Skype Wi-Fi phones.
Must have:
* Built-in web browsers - In order to connect to most HotSpots available in US, offering a built-in web browser is a must.
* Display Battery life during a conversation - A battery capacity bar shown on the screen during the talk time would be very helpful in avoiding sudden power outage.
Desired features:
* Desktop recharge cradle - Since the phone needs to be recharged every day, a desktop recharge cradle would ease the hassle in finding the AC adapter each time and help reduce cable clutter. See the picture of the Edgecore’s Skype Wi-Fi phone desktop recharge cradle. We hope the phones from all four vendors can come with a cradle like this.
* Carrying pouch / accessory - This phone is designed for people on the move. We wish we can find a carrying pouch to protect and easily take this phone with us.
* Car charger / accessory - Again, this phone is for people on the move. A way to charge the phone in the car would be a big help.
* Longer battery life (48 Hrs standby time, 6~8 Hrs talk time) - We hope the phone can match the basic battery capacity standard of a cell phone.
* Portable battery / emergency charge accessory - If the Wi-Fi transmitter power consumption cannot be improved in the near future, a portable battery or emergency charge accessory is needed.
* Bluetooth enabled - If we can use a Bluetooth headset with the phone, it would be easier to move around. However, we also know that Bluetooth technology is another power hog, too.
Click to see the SMC Skype Wi-Fi phone preview - part I - General test
Click to see the SMC Skype Wi-Fi phone preview - part II - Battery life test
September 26, 2006 at 3:51 pm
I agree with all the suggestions. My phone sits connected to the charger the whole day, so a cradle charger would be great. I’m disappointed with the battery life - my phone starts complaining of low battery after about 10 minutes of talk time.
November 25, 2006 at 2:11 am
Hi,
I have the same problem since the second day, but you had a chance, your s starts complain of low battery about 10 minutes of talk time, mine cuts without complaining about 10 minutes an now it stops it would not work, it ’s a new bought in skype accessories 3 days ago.
I’ve logged 3 complaints and asked a refund. But nobody answers from Spain. It’s scandalous isn’t it!!!!! Don’t do the same error and buy skype are cheats.
Good luck
November 25, 2006 at 2:16 am
G M Tarek LOUKIL of INFORMATICORP SA Says:
November 25th, 2006 at 2:11 am
Hi,
I have the same problem since the second day, but you had a chance, your s starts complain of low battery about 10 minutes of talk time, mine cuts without complaining about 10 minutes an now it stops it would not work, it ’s a new bought in skype accessories 3 days ago.
I’ve logged 3 complaints and asked a refund. But nobody answers from Spain. It’s scandalous isn’t it!!!!! Don’t do the same error and buy skype are cheats.
Good luck
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December 31, 2006 at 6:20 am
es burrito!!!
February 14, 2007 at 3:49 am
As a frequent traveller, and company owner, this phone is invaluable. Travelling from hotspot to hotspot may prove difficult, given the lack of a browser, but, in all honesty, who cares? You know the limitations of Skype, and, if you want to be totally mobile, then you can always plug a headset, or USB phone, into your laptop and talk that way.
This telephone makes life easier when I am onsite with customers, or out of the country. I have three Skype In numbers, in three different countries, that all route to the same place. If the phone is out of range then I can forward all of my incoming calls to another number, either mobile or landline, that is close by. This is all at a minimum cost to myself and at a local country call to those calling me.
One of the most outstanding features is the ability to hold a long conversation. Knowing the limits of the battery just enables one to better prepare for recharging on the go. The USB charge cable is perfect, and, as all laptops have USB ports these days, doesn’t prove a challenge in finding somewhere to connect. However, you do not need to have a laptop with you at all times. There are mains adapters that have USB sockets on them, and they work just fine.
The international aspect of Skype, combined with the phone, are wonderful. Yes, the phone is in its early days, and there are some “features” that need to be ironed out, but, overall, it meets with my expectations. I cannot use it at an airport, but, who cares really? A calling card is dirt cheap and if it’s an incoming call that I’m waiting for, then Skype diverts to my mobile.
I am personally looking forward to an updated firmware, but, this solution is working for me.
February 15, 2007 at 10:31 pm
Confident IT,
I cannot describe my feeling about this phone better than you!
If you are willing to become one of our beta testers, send me your email address to: howard_chang@amperor.com
We’ll provide you free new Skype products to try out.
September 5, 2007 at 4:20 pm
Do you have news about the future browser in the smc phone ?
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February 10, 2008 at 1:33 pm
Does anybody know where I can get the ring tones for SMC WIFI phone? I use one but level of ring tones are very low and I dont like the ring tones.
Thanx a lot for assistance.
May 12, 2008 at 11:35 pm
can i use my skype mobile through a wired router i mean can i make a network between my pc & smc mobile and connect through my pc ?