Testseek.com have collected 17 expert reviews of the Belkin WiFi Phone F1PP000 and the average rating is 59%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Belkin WiFi Phone F1PP000.
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The editors liked
Interesting concept
Can connect to and talk on Skype w/o a computer
Charges via standard USB connection
Much less expensive than the comparable Netgear device. Makes fairly clear calls. Supports both WEP and WPA security. Easy to use.
Lightweight
Elegant design
Simple layout
Good connection quality at full signal strength
The editors didn't like
Not possible to connect to networks that require a web based authentication
Not Bluetooth enabled
Small screen
A little large by todays standards
Still pricey. On public-access Wi-Fi
Works only with the rare
Completely open network that requires no browser authentication. Lacks USB-to-PC connectivity. Entering contact info and the like using the phone keypad is cumbersome.
Interesting concept, Can connect to and talk on Skype w/o a computer, Charges via standard USB connection
Not possible to connect to networks that require a web based authentication, Not Bluetooth enabled, Small screen, A little large by todays standards
The Belkin Skype Wi-Fi phone looks like a cellphone, but allows you to connect to Skype via a Wi-Fi network without the need for a computer. It seemed like an interesting concept/piece of tech-equipment to try out. This phone provides a majority of th...
Lightweight; elegant design; simple layout; good connection quality at full signal strength
Reception falters when signal strength weakens; so-so battery life; half-second delay when making phone calls, adjusting volume, changing menus; small screen
This Wi-Fi phone for Skype users works well, but its not worth the price unless you use the service frequently. ...
Abstract: This has one clever plus on the large range of Skype phones, to use this the PC does not need to be turned on. So provided you have a wireless router that’s it.
Abstract: Whats That Term?Not sure what a particular term means? Check out the searchable PracticallyNetworked Glossary. Aside from its Wi-Fi connection capability, the other thing the Belkin phone has going for it is built-in software that allows it to automat...
Abstract: Portable Wi-Fi/Skype phones have enormous appeal for Skype enthusiasts. Unlike the cordless DECT phones weve been reviewing here recently (see Related Articles)—which are really only practical for use around a home or office—a Wi-Fi phone also...
Abstract: Portable Wi-Fi/Skype phones have enormous appeal for Skype enthusiasts. Unlike the cordless DECT phones weve been reviewing here recently (see Related Articles)—which are really only practical for use around a home or office—a Wi-Fi phone also...
Much less expensive than the comparable Netgear device. Makes fairly clear calls. Supports both WEP and WPA security. Easy to use.
Still pricey. On public-access Wi-Fi, works only with the rare, completely open network that requires no browser authentication. Lacks USB-to-PC connectivity. Entering contact info and the like using the phone keypad is cumbersome.
As with the competing Netgear product, this is a nifty toy for the gadget fiend who has plenty of disposable income and doesnt mind limited connectivity options. Others should save their money....
Abstract: My previous reviews of SMCs version of this phone OEMd from Accton and Netgears version, whose maker Im not sure of, have covered what these products have to offer pretty well. So this review will cover only the differences between Belkins and SMC...
