The Motorola Talk & Tunes Wireless Internet Calling Kit
Motorola Inc and Skype today showcased the Motorola Talk & Tunes Wireless Internet Calling Kit with stereo, which has been jointly developed by them. This is a path breaking step in Bluetooth technology as it lets Skype users manage calls over the Internet and listen to music, all at the same time. Thus adding a fun element to internet telephony as users now can listen to their favourite music via the PC without missing those important calls.
The Motorola Talk & Tunes Kit has been certified by Skype and it promises to work seamlessly with Skype’s free unlimited Internet calling software. Skype is always pushing the envelope when it comes to new and innovative technology and looks like the Talk and Tune kit is a step towards the right direction. The Kit contains a Motorola Bluetooth® Stereo Headphones Motorola HT820 for precise audio streaming and a Motorola Bluetooth PC Adapter Motorola PC850.Both devices work inconjunction with each other and are able to connect to the PC wirelessly. The headset is capable of automatically pausing the music when a call comes, and thus alerting the user of the incoming call.
The Motorola Talk & Tunes Kit adapter makes it possible for the user to roam up to 30 feet away from their computer without forsaking control thanks to the one touch button on the headset. The Kit also includes Skype software which offers free unlimited Internet calling to other Skype users. The Motorola Talk & Tunes Wireless Internet Calling Kit with stereo would be available by first half of 2006, however no word on pricing yet. It is on display CTIA Wireless 2006 in Las Vegas, so if you’re in the neighborhood, drop in. However for those who can’t make it, you can always visit.www.hellomoto.com.
“Little more than a year old, our alliance with Skype has already produced greater connectivity options for consumers,†said Bruce Hawver, vice president and general manager, Motorola, Inc., MobileME products. “And, we’ve just gotten started. We will continue to push the limits on innovative products and solutions that make day-to-day mobile communication and entertainment effortless and enjoyable.â€
“Skype is committed to keeping Internet calling easy and fun,†said Saul Klein, vice president of global marketing, Skype. “We will continue to partner with technology leaders like Motorola to bring innovative Skype Certified products to market, ensuring the best possible experience for consumers.â€
Motorola Talk & Tunes Wireless Internet Calling Kit
• Includes the Motorola Bluetooth Stereo Headphones HT820 and PC850 PC adapter
• Compatible with Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME or XP operating systems
Motorola Bluetooth Stereo Headphones HT820
• Lightweight and ergonomically designed for enhanced comfort minimized background noise via a noise-reduction microphone
• Approximately 14 hours of music listening or 17 hours of phone talk time from a single charge
• Integrated controls: The left ear side of the headphones controls the phone, the right your music.
Motorola Bluetooth PC Adapter PC850
• Enables PC with Bluetooth connectivity with ease
• Provides connection to Motorola HT820 up to 30 feet (10 meters) range
• To use the adapter, the PC or laptop must have an available USB port
Stumble It! | Posted by Paul on April 5, 2006 7:34 AM
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