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With predictions that homes will no longer own a traditional landline by 2025, VoIP services are set to increase. Here’s what devices you should be stocking up on.
SENNHEISER SP 20 SPEAKERPHONE
Distributors: Corptel, Nimans, Tech Data, Westcoast, Westcon
Designed for mobile and fixed conference calling, this speakerphone allows users to hold personal and group meetings on PCs or softphones. It boasts Sennheiser voice clarity, echo cancellation and a dual talk function.
Specs: Microphone, call and volume controls, portable, built-in cable system, HD sound quality.
SRP: £150
LOGITECH CONFERENCECAM
Distributor: Exertis
Designed for meetings with up to six people, users can view footage in 1080p HD with the Logitech Conferencecam Connect. A built-in battery powers the device, which comes with zooming capabilities of up to 4x.
Specs: Wireless screen mirroring, 12- foot audio diameter, 1080p HD video, built-in battery.
SRP: £449.99
HOSTED VOIP
Distributor: Cloud Telephones
This hosted voice over IP (VoIP) service offers users calls to 01/02/03 landlines and UK mobiles, and provides control for all features via an easy-to-use web portal. Hosted VoIP is available through BT, Gamma and Vonage.
Specs: Wi-Fi access, download speeds from 17MB to 76MB, three month free contract.
SRP: Varies
SENNHEISER D10
Distributors: Corptel, Nimans, Tech Data, Westcoast, Westcon
This wireless DECT headset comes with single sided design targets for improved comfort while in use and can be worn in various positions. Noise cancelling and advanced digital signal processing deliver clearer sounds.
Specs: Up to 12 hours talk time, built-in call management, wireless.
SRP: £199
ASUS 55” SD554-YB DISPLAY
Distributor: Tech Data
A built-in multimedia player comes with this 55-inch display from ASUS, which automatically detects and plays a range of media file formats. It features a 1920×1080 resolution, plus users can also plug-and-play through a USB drive.
Specs: Built-in 7W stereo speakers, 55- inch display, 178 degree viewing angle.
SRP: £1,199
VTECH ERISTERMINAL SIP DECT BASE AND HANDSET
Distributor: Entatech
Users can add up to five more SP601A SIP cordless handsets per base station, each with its own extension or unique phone number. In addition, the base station can be configured for up to six lines.
Specs: Up to four concurrent calls, compatible with Asterisk, BroadSoft, Genband and more.
SRP: £69.99
PRESENCE MOBILE SERIES BLUETOOTH HEADSET
Distributors: Corptel, Nimans, Tech Data, Westcoast, Westcon
Equipped with Sennheiser HD voice clarity and optimised for unified communications, Presence is designed for mobile workers. It also comes with an advanced microphone array to help filter out background noise.
Specs: 10 hours talk time between charges, ActiveGuard technology, intuitive on/off function.
SRP: £139
GOOGLE CHROMEBOX FOR MEETINGS
Distributor: Tech Data
This Chromebox from Google packs a web camera, speaker and microphone into its chassis, as well as an ASUS Intel Core i7 processor. Various ports are also included, such as an HDMI, DisplayPort and four USB 3.0 ports.
Specs: Remote control, Intel Core i7 processor, 24/7 support, Ethernet capability, dual-band Wi-Fi.
SRP: £850
CONTACT
Cloud Telephones……. 0844 561 6653
Corptel……………………..01942 262526
Entatech ………………….0333 101 1000
Exertis (Home) ………… 01279 822 822
Exertis (IT) ………………..01256 707070
Nimans…………………….0161 925 1980
Tech Data ……………….. 01256 788 000
Westcoast………………..0118 912 6000
Westcon……………………01293 806000
