WiFi, cellular convergence beneficial

Dual-mode phones with both WiFi and cellular coverage will help enterprises realise the mobility benefits that unified communications promises, while possibly cutting some costs, says SearchMobileComputing.com.

The technology allows an enterprise to route calls through the IP PBX when compatible phones are within range for a WiFi signal and to switch to a cellular connection when the wireless network is not present.

It achieves this on-the-fly connection by having an appliance sit on the local network and monitor connections. When the proper criteria (often signal strength or location) are met and credentials are provided, the appliance signals to the phone to automatically flip over to the strongest network.

ClearOne is shipping Converge Pro 880T, the latest addition to its Converge Pro platform of professional audio solutions for conferencing applications, states Pro AV Online.

The 880T includes a built-in telephone interface and power amplifier, so it operates as a complete standalone audio conferencing system.

It can also be linked with any of the other Converge Pro products to create larger systems to accommodate a greater number of conferencing participants. HDConference technology, included in all Converge Pro products, provides ultra-wide bandwidth acoustic echo cancellation.

At this year's Cebit, from 4 to 9 March in Hanover, Germany, Extreme Networks will showcase its power-efficient network capabilities, promoting solutions that contribute to a greener environment for corporate enterprises and service providers, reports FoxBusiness.

Extreme Networks will exhibit its entire range of network edge and core Ethernet solutions that contribute to the green IT movement, provide security functionality with performance and intelligence to meet IP convergence demands.

Its European sales and technology partners will also be present at its Cebit booth.