Mobile VoIP Phones – Introducing VoWiFi
The blending of telecommunications technologies is making for some very interesting new acronyms – and some pretty cool technology too.
First we had wireless phones, then we had WiFi and VoIP. Put them together and you get a relatively new technology known as VoWiFi – or for those who hate telecom acronyms “Voice over Wireless Fidelity”.
In short, VoWiFi is the combination of using wireless VoIP networks to communicate on VoWiFi enabled telephones.
VoWiFi phones connect to an Internet connection through various access points or hotspots. The phones operate on radio signals and when they are in the vicinity of the network’s access points, they will pick up the signal, access the Internet, and log on.
Because of a lack of overall security with many wireless networks, VoWiFi has a few hurdles to get over before it is accepted by the masses of wireless users.
But security issues are not the only thing holding back wide acceptance for VoWiFi. WiFi hotspots generally have a limited range, roughly 90 yards or so before losing the connection. Losing a connection so easily is not practical for the typical wireless user.
One solution to this problem is the use of a “hybrid” wireless phone – a device that can function on both cellular and WiFi networks. These phones function as both VoWiFi and cellular.
The Hybrid phone would allow users to use traditional wireless service when WiFi is not available. When it is, they simply connect to the WiFi network and begin using the VoIP functions of the phone. Accessing WiFi hotspots could help eliminate roaming fees as well as allow for data transmission at much higher speeds.
Currently, a VoWiFi phone is still more expensive than a standard cellular phone, but as with any developing technology, prices will most certainly be likely to go down.
There is a huge potential for the integration of video, data, audio, and web browsing capabilities on wireless phones. VoWiFi brings wireless VoIP to the package.
As with the future of all VoIP products and services, the FCC and US government are chomping at the bit to legislate and tax these new technologies. Considering the snail’s pace that government gets things done, it could be years before that happens.
Expect to see many new hybrid and VoWiFi phones appearing on the local consumer market in the coming years.
Karen Thatcher
http://www.articlesbase.com/voip-articles/mobile-voip-phones-introducing-vowifi-977412.html
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Mobile VoIP Phones – Introducing VoWiFi
The blending of telecommunications technologies is making for some very interesting new acronyms – and some pretty cool technology too.
First we had wireless phones, then we had WiFi and VoIP. Put them together and you get a relatively new technology known as VoWiFi – or for those who hate telecom acronyms “Voice over Wireless Fidelity”.
In short, VoWiFi is the combination of using wireless VoIP networks to communicate on VoWiFi enabled telephones.
VoWiFi phones connect to an Internet connection through various access points or hotspots. The phones operate on radio signals and when they are in the vicinity of the network’s access points, they will pick up the signal, access the Internet, and log on.
Because of a lack of overall security with many wireless networks, VoWiFi has a few hurdles to get over before it is accepted by the masses of wireless users.
But security issues are not the only thing holding back wide acceptance for VoWiFi. WiFi hotspots generally have a limited range, roughly 90 yards or so before losing the connection. Losing a connection so easily is not practical for the typical wireless user.
One solution to this problem is the use of a “hybrid” wireless phone – a device that can function on both cellular and WiFi networks. These phones function as both VoWiFi and cellular.
The Hybrid phone would allow users to use traditional wireless service when WiFi is not available. When it is, they simply connect to the WiFi network and begin using the VoIP functions of the phone. Accessing WiFi hotspots could help eliminate roaming fees as well as allow for data transmission at much higher speeds.
Currently, a VoWiFi phone is still more expensive than a standard cellular phone, but as with any developing technology, prices will most certainly be likely to go down.
There is a huge potential for the integration of video, data, audio, and web browsing capabilities on wireless phones. VoWiFi brings wireless VoIP to the package.
As with the future of all VoIP products and services, the FCC and US government are chomping at the bit to legislate and tax these new technologies. Considering the snail’s pace that government gets things done, it could be years before that happens.
Expect to see many new hybrid and VoWiFi phones appearing on the local consumer market in the coming years.
Karen Thatcher
http://www.articlesbase.com/voip-articles/mobile-voip-phones-introducing-vowifi-1192216.html
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What’s the difference between WiFi hotspots, Wireless internet and Mobile Broadband?
Need to give a good explanation to my boss. Best answer gets an imaginary monkey!
OH WOW! A monkey! I could use one of them….okay here’s my crack at it.
A WiFi Hotspot is a location where there is wireless internet available for your usage if you have a wireless card. Commonly found in airports, coffee shops, etc.
Wireless internet is exactly what it is. Instead of having a modem with a line going to your cable or phone line, it pulls the internet signal from a tower to the modem. You connect your PC to the modem. This whole setup is very much like how your cell phone works.
Mobile Broadband commonly refers to PDAs (Blackberry and Palm) that can surf the internet through the wireless phone provider. On the flipside, it can also come as a modem PCMCIA card you plug into your laptop and you pretty much dial a number or connect directly to a tower/service that’s broadcasting the internet wirelessly.
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How come Wireless phone services negotiate their over priced charges after the media exposes them?
Like when that girl was charged 900 bucks for texting or how this guy was charged 27 k for watching a game on the internet outside his cover area. (roaming). He proved them wrong. If it werent for the media. they would have been left t settle it alone. Digital services should not be pricey. it’s time. ou know its not a material thing or of significance its entertainement. The essentials of life… Idk…
The companies want to show that they are nice and helpful.
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I sell wireless services & more. No $ for a storefront. How can I get customers to come to me?
What I sell is somewhat difficult to advertise inexpensively – high-speed internet service, wireless phone service, home phone service, satellite tv, discounts to medical costs, video telephones, etc.
You’ll need to go to your customers first before they’ll come to you. Go to the website below and check out an article in the blogs section called 10 marketing activities on the cheap.
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Does anyone know how Hargray wireless is or any other GOOD wireless phone services?
I’m looking into geting a new cell phone but with a cheap monthly bill, maybe hargray wireless because they have the best plans but, I dont really know anyone who has delt with them or how there service is. HAs anyone ever done their local unlimited plan for 20 dollars a month? Could anyone on here please give me some type of 411,
Thanks!
Virgin Mobile RULES! Their monthly bills are kinda steep, but of course you can get a prepaid phone.
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