Only you can answer that. This replica will function just like any other plug-and-play USB Internet phone, and it functions with just about any VoIP program out there including Skype, MSN, AIM and others. If you’re a huge Trekkie fan, then the Star Trek USB Communicator Internet Phone could be just the thing to go along with your movie experience. In addition, it contributes to the geek factor with its integrated speaker and 21 sound effects, but is it worth the $44 it is going for?