Standalone Skype phone

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Standalone Skype phone

standalone skype phone
Came across this supposedly "standalone Skype" phone which everyone has been clamoring for. I must get at least one request every other week asking me if I know of any standalone Skype phone that doesn't require a PC in order to work. In any event, this Skype "standalone phone" inventor writes, "I only make this standalone phone for my family." Too bad, because you'd probably be a millionaire if you decided to build this thing. You might even make a few hundred dollars on eBay if you don't want to sell your plans to a manufacturer. I still have some doubts to the authenticity of this Skype phone being truly "standalone" without a need for a PC, but the screenshots of the LCD certainly lend some credence to his claim. Course those can be faked too.

standalone Skype device
Update: Well, there are now plenty of Skype standalone phones available. I thought I'd update this post with a roundup of them.
RTX DUALphone 3088 Skype Phone
RTX DUALPhone 3088

RTX DUALphone 3088 Cordless Skype Phone
- B000OYN67Q
Price: $129
Description:
A cordless Skype phone that does not require a PC. Just connect the DUALphone base station to your broadband connection, and then you can talk free of charge with your Skype friends or call other landline numbers worldwide either using the extremely low SkypeOut rates or as usual via your regular landline operator. The popular Skype user interface and the attractive colour display gives you tomorrow's telephone today and for the future, because it is easy and simple to download new software directly from the phone.
The phone has superior sound quality, is naturally cordless and has a range of up to 300 metres. More info on Amazon.

More info on Amazon.

Linksys CIT400 Dual-Mode Skype Phone
Linksys CIT400 Dual-Mode Internet Telephony Kit
Linksys CIT400 Dual-Mode Internet Telephony Kit with Integrated Skype
- B000JI75GU
Price: $149
Description:
The Linksys CIT400 is a DECT phone that does not require a computer -- simply connect the base station to your internet and land line connections
Handset supports SkypeOut dialing as well as your Skype contact list; Skype contact list appears on the color display
Expandable up to 4 handsets with a single base station
Hands-free speakerphone with one key touch
Standard cordless phone with pre-loaded Skype allows you to make free call to other Skype users or choose to make calls over your existing standard telephone line.

More info on Amazon.
Philips VOIP8411B/37 Dect/VoIP Phone System
Philips VOIP8411B/37 Dect/VoIP Phone System
Philips VOIP8411B/37 Dect/VoIP Phone System
- B000ND75FW
Price: $99
Review: Philips VOIP841 Review
Description:
VOIP841 series is the first DECT cordless phone with Skype that works without a PC, offering consumers total flexibility and independence from the PC. A full-color graphic display and outstanding sound clarity bring the emotion back to calls. Use your VoIP phone to call via Skype wherever you are. With Skype you can enjoy making free calls all over the world to any other Skype users. As your dual phone is connected to both the standard PSTN line AND to the Internet line, you can establish or receive landline and Internet calls on the same handset. Handsfree mode uses a built-in loud speaker to amplify the voice of the caller, allowing you to speak and listen during a call without holding the phone to your ear. This is especially useful if you want to share the call with others or take notes during a call.
 
More info on Amazon.


Netgear SPH101
Netgear SPH101 Skype Wi-Fi Phone
Netgear SPH101 Skype Wi-Fi Phone
- B000F76W78
Price: $159
Description:
Call anyone else on Skype, anywhere in the world for free, no PC required over Wi-Fi. Make and receive Skype phone calls where you have access to a wireless Internet signal. Manage your contact list and display who is available to talk. All calls are secure and encrypted with WEP and WPA-PSK Wi-Fi security.

More info on Amazon.

Linksys WIP320
Linksys WIP320 Linksys Wireless-G Skype iPhone
Linksys WIP320 Linksys Wireless-G Skype iPhone
- B000JI5L02 
Price: $119.
Description:
Now when you want to talk to your friends you don't need your computer because the Skype application is pre-loaded on the Wireless-G Phone. The Linksys Wireless-G Phone for Skype comes with the Wireless-G Phone and charger and is already pre-loaded with Skype. You can use Skype anywhere you have wireless Internet access. Just select who you want to talk to from your contact list on your color display and get ready to talk.
 
The Wireless-G Phone supports SkypeOut dialing and rings when you have a Skype or SkypeIn call coming in, displaying the caller's ID on the screen. The Wireless-G Phone also supports call waiting and Skype's optional Voicemail service. When you're on a call, you can hit the Mute button for privacy, or use the handsfree speakerphone function to let everyone join in.

The WIP320 is part of the iPhone family of handheld Linksys devices.

More info on Amazon.


SMC Wi-Fi Skype Phone
SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi Phone
SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi Phone - B000INI1H8
Price: $149
Description:
The SMC WSKP100 Skype Wi-Fi phone extends the convenience of wireless connection and the voice quality of Skype into one portable device. The WSKP100 is intended to help users make Skype calls at home, workplace and campus without the hassle of turning on computers.The modulation of WSKP100 is based on the IEEE802.11b/g standard so it is compatible with most standard 802.11b/g Access Point (AP) in the market. With the embedded Skype software, users can have access to both PSTN and Skype networks as long as users have a valid Skype account. With the easy startup user will not have to remember the SSID or security keys; the WSKP100 stores these information and will connect to AP automatically when it boots up.With embedded Skype software, SMC Networks' Skype Wi-Fi phone provides the users of cost savings, mobility with 802.11b/g WLAN, and hassle free installation with easy startup.

More info on Amazon.


Linksys CIT200
Linksys CIT200 Skype Phone
Linksys CIT200 Skype Phone - B000BD88RS
Price: $59
One final Skype phone of note is the Linksys CIT200. It isn't a standalone Skype phone, but works over USB to communicate with Skype. I reviewed this phone
Review: Linksys CIT200 Skype phone review

More info on Amazon.


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