Asus just announced AiGuru SV1videophone bearing Skype Certification. It features unlimited video call over the internet, 7-inch display, a built-in webcam, speaker and microphone and WiFi-capable. Well, you need to have an internet connection though. And in terms of unlimited video calls, a fair usage policy is in place that is set at 10,000 minutes monthly or estimated 5 hours daily video call. And if you want to make a regular landline or mobile phone call, you need to purchase credits via Skype shop.
“The AiGuru SV1 is Skype’s first foray with a partner into the videophone category,” said Jonathan Cristensen, Skype’s general manager, mobile and hardware devices. “With more than 25% of Skype-to-Skype calls including video, we know that video is fast becoming a mainstream way for people to communicate. The videophone offers the benefits of video calling to a much wider audience, allowing friends and families to share their worlds face-to-face without being tied to a computer.”
Specification of the phone below.
| Key Skype features | - Skype-to-Skype video and voice calls - Call fixed lines and mobiles with Skype credit and/or subscriptions - Online Number (SkypeIn™) – allows anyone to reach you on Skype Presence - Call forwarding - Skype Voicemail - Participate in voice conference calls (as a guest only) |
| Interface | Wireless: 802.11 b/g |
| Wired: 10/100Mb Ethernet port | |
| Protocols | DHCP/Static IP/PPPoE |
| Dimensions | 202 mm (L) x 123 mm (W) x 253 mm (H) |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Display | 800 X 480 pixel 7″ TFT LCD |
| Camera type | Built in Webcam CMOS (640 X 480 pixels) |
| Audio | Integrated Speaker |
| Internal Microphone | |
| Power supply | AC Adaptor: 12V/3A |
| Battery life | Talking Time : 20 minutes |
| Standby Time : 30 minutes | |
| Battery charging time |
2 hours |
| Operating distance | Wireless: 50 m (actual transmission distance may vary depending on operating conditions) |
| Keypad and buttons | - Power button - Volume keys - 5-way navigation (Up, Down, Left, Right and Select keys) - Menu key - Back key - Call key - End key |
| I/O connectors | - 3.5 mm Headphone jack and Microphone jack - RJ-45 connector - USB type A connector - DC Jack - Battery connector |
This is available for pre-order on September 18, 2008 in Europe and North America from Skype’s online shop at $299.95.
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