Netgear SPH200D Cordless Dect Phone For Skype

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One of the hottest new products for skype that came out of CES was the Netgear SPH200D. The Netgear SPH200D is skype Certified SPH200D incorporates DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telephony) technology which utilizes the 1.9GHz band enabling the included cordless phone to avoid interference from WiFi networks. The SPH200D’s dual-mode capability allows users to leverage skype and the PSTN for calling. The dual-mode capability enables “life-line” capability Skype users, something that Skype lacks as a stand-alone service.

Netgear SPH200D Features and Functionality

The Cordless Phone Base Station incorporates an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector which plugs into the home network router and a PSTN (RJ11) connector which plugs into a traditional telephone wall jack. The SPH200D comes with one handset included and can support up to four cordless handsets per household, with additional handsets available for purchase separately.

Manage your contact list and see whoâ€™s available to talk to
Use premium services like SkypeIn, SkypeOut, Skype Voicemail (additional fees apply)
Supports up to 4 handsets per household (additional handsets sold separately)
DECT Cordlessâ€“ideal for long range and clear voice quality
Multiple Languages Supported

Netgear SPH200D: First Impressions

The Netgear SPH200D is not only sleek and stylish, but upon first tinkering, the phone was extremely easy to use. With a retail price tag of $199.99, the phone is reasonably priced for the flexability it offers. With DECT, PSTN, and IP connectivity, Netgear has successfully deliver a device that not only moves Skype away from the desktop, but replicates the traditional calling experience, and bolsters the Skype offering by provide life-line capability. Definitely two-thumbs up!