SMC Networks (www.smc-asia.com), a leading technology provider of LAN hardware, broadband connectivity devices and SOHO/Home wireless products, is among the first to launch a PC independent VoIP device that uses the popular Skype software for making high quality, free or low-cost calling options, the SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi phone.

The SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi phone is compatible with most standard 802.11b/g access points and provides constant connectivity without slowing down network connections while running in a pure 802.11g wireless environment. In a shared wireless and data network, the SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi phone with Quality-of-Service (QoS) function, it maintains exceptional quality by prioritising voice over data packets.

With the embedded Skype software, the user-friendly phone incorporates most Skype features such as voice mail, as well as Skype-In or Skype-Out services, which allow users to make low-cost calls to other phone networks.


As long as users have a valid Skype account, they can access both PSTN and Skype networks. Within any free wireless environment, Skype account holders can use the compact SMCWSKP100 device to make calls in different scenarios; Skype-to-Skype calls, Skype Phone to PC, PC to Skype Phone, Skype-Out to cell phone or fixed line and Skype-In from cell phone or fixed line, the WSKP100 is a perfect fit for business traveler, expatriates and foreign students who wish to enjoy the full Skype experience while on the move.

Having an enhanced power-saving design, the WSKP100 has a relatively long period of standby and talk time. And with Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), the WSKP100 is designed to provide the same level of security as that of a wired LAN.

“We’re pleased to offer Skype products that extend the benefits beyond the PC. Skype technology offers huge benefit to, international travelers doing business or holiday makers around the world, by offering an alternative to expensive long-distance and International phone calling”, according to Mr. Jimmy Goh, VP of Marketing of SMC Networks Asia Pacific, “Together with our other SMC VoIP product, SMC Wireless Travel Voice Gateway (SMCWTVG), a complete VoIP solution with secured networking capability is available for today’s mobile professional who frequently make calls on the move. Greatly reducing the cost of mobile communication, the SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi goes above and beyond other Skype phones currently on the market.”

The SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi retails at S$ 369 and will be made available at all Singapore retail outlets in May 2006.