Arkon Networks, Inc., a newly formed provider of wired and wireless consumer-centric networking solutions, today announced their Parafone(TM) Cordless Telephone Springboard(TM) module for the Handspring(TM) Visor(TM) handheld computer.
The Parafone is making its first public debut at PCIA GlobalXChange in Chicago this week at the Handspring booth No. 4540.
The Parafone is the first cordless telephone module designed for Handspring's Springboard expansion platform. The Parafone consists of a Springboard module and a base unit. By snapping the Parafone module into the Springboard slot on the back of the Visor, the Parafone enables telephony calls over any public switched telephone network. In addition, the Parafone provides customers with an intuitive interface that allows access to advanced services such as caller ID, conference calling and call tracking. Perhaps the most interesting feature is the ability of the Parafone to take advantage of the Visor address book, giving direct access to all previously inserted contacts.
"Cordless telephony has changed the way people communicate over the last ten years. By leveraging Handspring's Springboard expansion platform and integrating our own wireless technology, we are taking cordless telephony to the next level," said Edmund Ho, president & CEO of Arkon Networks, "The Parafone dramatically improves the consumer experience when compared to conventional cordless telephones available today."
"Voice telephony applications on handheld computers are among the most highly anticipated Springboard modules being developed for the Handspring Visor," said Ed Colligan, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Handspring. "We are pleased to have Arkon leverage their extensive product development experience in cordless telephony to create such a compelling consumer product for Handspring Visor users."
The Parafone is the first in a series of networking solutions from Arkon Networks. Arkon Networks will begin shipping the Parafone in December of this year.
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