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Solio Communicator Unleashed

software — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 07:21:22 +0000

The integrated solar panel on the Solion Communicator will store energy from the sun within its internal Lithium-ion battery, and is capable of holding it for up to a year. It works with virtually all Bluetooth-enabled cell phones and will be released sometime in the middle of this year for 79. [Mobile World Congress] Better Energy Systems has introduced its Solio Communicator at Mobile World Congress 2009, tackling the going green issue with new gusto. Alternatively when the sun is out, you can use a cigarette lighter socket or a USB port to juice this puppy up. The Solio Communicator also doubles up as a speakerphone, letting you continue conversing on your handset while driving without having to remove either hand from the wheel. [Press Release]

Other features include a high fidelity directional microphone. It tips the scales at just 150 grams, allowing you to place it across a variety of surfaces including the dashboard, visor or window. 99 Euros a pop. The Solio Communicator hopes to provide virtually unlimited talk-time by harnessing the power of the sun, doing away with the need for pesky car kits, although the latter will come in handy if you tend to do a whole lot of traveling at night.

Star Trek USB Communicator Internet Phone

software — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:33:53 +0000

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?

Polycom Skype communicator

software — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:34:44 +0000

62 on Amazon. The C100S USB Speakerphone will hook up to your computer or notebook using USB, and it also functions as a speaker when needed.

We suppose most people already have some form of Skype conversational solution on their desks, but for those who have yet to own one, the Polycom C100S USB Speakerphone for Skype is going for $111. Love keeping in touch with family and friends using Skype? The Polycom Skype communicator is the latest device that allows you to hold crystal clear conversations hands-free, thanks to a couple of high-quality microphones within that offer excellent range for group conversations, while eliminating echoes and feedback in the process.