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Asus Launches Wireless Music Skype Phone

19 Dec, 2006, 12:03 pm IST | by Sharon Khare | Windows

ASUSTeK Computer, has introduced the world's first wireless music Skype phone, the AiGuru S1, that offers free international calls with Skype support, Wi-Fi technology, wireless music player functions and remote controller features, in the Indian market.


"The goal of digital home technologies is to share computer resource with other electronic devices around the house and provide greater convenience," said Joe Hsieh, Director of ASUS digital home business. "The AiGuru S1 packed several practical features for easy and wireless access of PC functions. Skype, listen to music or even manage music library with this new product."

Altaf Ansari, product manager, Asus India, "The Asus AiGuru S1 Skype phone not only provides mobility to Skype users but also allows them to enjoy music on their PC wirelessly. The AiGuru S1 support Duo-Audio features which allows playing PC audio and Skype calls simultaneously."

With 802.11b+g support, the AiGuru S1 enables Skype calls without wire constraints, that allows users walk around their homes while chatting. The AiGuru S1 also comes equipped with a high-quality speaker that turns it into an MP3 player. Users can access and stream songs stored in the PC via Wi-Fi connection. It also includes remote controller functions and Microsoft Media Player support, allowing users to manage music library, and play, stop, pause and skip songs without being right next to the computer.

The phone also features caller ID, phone book entries, call history, speaker phone for conference calls and answering machine functions. Users aren't required to access the computer to search for phone numbers and call history. They only have to press a few buttons and receive the information they need on the AiGuru's LCD display. In addition, the AiGuru S1 offers dual-audio channel, allowing it to operate without interfering with other computer audio functions. Users can watch DVDs or play games on the PC while making a long distance call.

This phone will be available at an approximate end user price of Rs. 7750.

Tags: Asus , Bluetooth , Skype , AiGuru , Wi-fi , MP3

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