Skype-WiFi phones coming to town soon!

One of the first companies to talk about it is SMC, whoose WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi phone is compatible with most standard 802.11b/g access points and provides constant connectivity without slowing down network connections while running in a pure 802.11g wireless environment. In a shared wireless and data network, the SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi phone with Quality-of-Service (QoS) function, it maintains exceptional quality by prioritising voice over data packets.

With the embedded Skype software, the user-friendly phone incorporates most Skype features such as voice mail, as well as Skype-In or Skype-Out services, which allow users to make low-cost calls to other phone networks.

As long as users have a valid Skype account, they can access both PSTN and Skype networks. Within any free wireless environment, Skype account holders can use the compact SMCWSKP100 device to make calls in different scenarios; Skype-to-Skype calls, Skype Phone to PC, PC to Skype Phone, Skype-Out to cell phone or fixed line and Skype-In from cell phone or fixed line, the WSKP100 is a perfect fit for business traveler, expatriates and foreign students who wish to enjoy the full Skype experience while on the move.

The SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi retails at S$369 and will be made available at all Singapore retail outlets in May 2006.

Additionally Netgear has also announced a Skype-WiFi phone similar to the SMC offering and has a pic on its website.