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In Store Solutions Launches FREETALK® Connect, a Turnkey Communications Solution for SMBs

Slashes Communications Expenses by Enabling Free Skype-to-Skype Calls and Low-Cost Calls to Landlines and Mobile Phones; Auto-Provisioning Streamlines Setup

GERONA, SPAIN — Oct. 20, 2010 — In Store Solutions today announced the immediate availability of the FREETALK® Connect, the first communications system designed from the ground up to provide small and medium businesses with a fast, cost-effective way to enable Skype calls from supported office phones. With the FREETALK Connect, companies can make Skype-to-Skype calls with Skype users worldwide and can view and manage Skype contact lists using their supported office phones. Companies can also receive inbound voice calls from Skype users around the world via the FREETALK Connect.

At $1,995, the FREETALK Connect system costs significantly less than an enterprise PBX with similar features. Businesses that install the FREETALK Connect can also use Skype Connect™ (formerly Skype for SIP) to take advantage of Skype’s standard per-minute calling rates for calls to landline and mobile phones worldwide from their desktop phones. Skype Connect works with IP-enabled PBXs or third-party gateways that have been certified as interoperable.

The FREETALK Connect’s wizard streamlines the setup process. Simply plug each supported telephone into the company’s existing network, and the FREETALK Connect auto-detects and configures it. An on-screen wizard then guides the customer through a few business-related questions that helps configure the company’s communication system and immediately enables Skype calling from every supported desktop phone in the office.

“The combination of the affordable FREETALK Connect system and Skype quickly adds up to incredible savings for SMBs,” said Craig Smith, CEO for In Store Solutions. “The FREETALK Connect’s auto-provisioning, wizard-driven setup, Skype integration, remote management and appliance design quickly gives small and mid-size business owners all of the advantages of Skype’s low-cost global calling rates and Skype-to-Skype calls.”

Designed for businesses with up to 50 employees, the FREETALK Connect offers true unified communications functionality, including Find Me, Follow Me; a unified voice mailbox; automated attendant, auto call distribution and presence.

The FREETALK Connect also features intelligent routing capabilities. Incoming Skype calls, as well as calls over SIP, the PSTN and IAX2, can be routed by the FREETALK Connect to any local or remote Skype user, SIP endpoint or analog or mobile phone.

The FREETALK Connect is available for purchase via the Skype Shop, (http://skype.com/shop) from In Store Solutions (http://freetalk.me/product/freetalk-connect/).

For more information about the FREETALK Connect communications system or to order a unit, visit http://freetalkconnect.com.

About FREETALK
FREETALK is a product innovation catalyst – identifying market gaps and working with its global partners to design, manufacture and quickly bring to market products that disrupt traditional categories.  Leveraging untapped market opportunities, FREETALK products are designed to be environmentally friendly, sold online and delivered globally at aggressive price-points. Always at the forefront of innovation, FREETALK is known for creating synergistic products that add unique value to its partners’ branded points-of-sale.

Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone services and cannot be used for emergency calling. Skype Connect is meant to complement existing traditional telephone services used with a corporate PBX, not as a stand-alone solution. Skype Connect users need to ensure all calls to emergency services are terminated through traditional fixed line telephone services, connected to the local exchange, or through other emergency calling capable telephone services.

Skype, associated trademarks and logos and the “S” symbol are trademarks of Skype Limited.

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In Store Solutions Announces Availability Of New FREETALK Handsfree In-Ear Headset

The only hands-free microphone to pass Skype’s super wideband audio benchmark

GERONA, SPAIN — Sept. 8, 2010 — In Store Solutions today released the FREETALK^® Handsfree, a Skype Certified™ sound isolating earphone and microphone.

In collaboration with MWM Mobile Products, a subsidiary of MWM Acoustics and a world leading ODM supplier of in-ear monitors, FREETALK designed an ultra-comfortable sound isolating in-ear headset which delivers crisp, clear sound and utilizes super wideband audio for voice calls. It uses a standard 3.5mm audio jack that can be plugged into a PC, Mac, iPhone, iPod, iPad or other device.

The FREETALK Handsfree is available for purchase globally from the Skype, FREETALK and Amazon.com Web sites, and sells for just $69.99. It is designed to take full advantage of Skype’s SILK super wideband audio codec, which is included in Skype 4.0 for Windows and later, as well as Skype 2.8 for Mac, and Skype’s SILK wideband audio codec, which is included in Skype for iPhone 2.0 and later versions of the app. 

“FREETALK achieved the accolade of certifying the only hands-free microphone that has ever passed the Skype super wideband audio benchmark,” said In Store Solutions Product Manager Mike Padmore. “The FREETALK Handsfree’s powerful rich stereo sound and full dynamic range will wow users.”

For more information about the FREETALK Handsfree headset or to make a purchase, visit www.skype.com/shop, www.freetalk.me or www.amazon.com.

In Store Solutions Hires Thomas Howe as Chief Technology Officer

Recognized Voice over IP (VoIP) expert brings his technical and business expertise with a passion for mashing business and communications

 

GERONA, SPAIN (June 22, 2010) — In Store Solutions, the distribution-channel innovator that’s revolutionizing the way consumers interact with manufacturers and service providers worldwide, today announced that it has hired experienced technology developer, analyst and consultant Thomas Howe as its new Chief Technical Officer (CTO). Howe began work at In Store Solutions in March.

As CTO, Howe will be responsible for developing and executing In Store Solutions’ technical strategy and leading its technology team. This includes driving the development of the FREETALK Connect product, new hardware and software initiatives as well as innovative new technology platforms and related business partnerships to drive market growth.

“Thomas has the perfect mix of technological brilliance and managerial experience, and his background as a VoIP expert is particularly important to In Store Solutions,” said CEO Craig Smith. “In order to successfully drive product innovation and market growth, In Store Solutions needs to build partnerships for its technology platforms. I'm counting on Thomas to provide that technology and business leadership.”

Concurrently, Howe is CEO at Light and Electric, a consultancy creating technology integration and mashups of cloud computing and communications systems.  Prior to that, he was CTO at Comverse and Versatel Networks, where he led or supported major technology initiatives. Prior to working at Comverse, Howe was the software architect for the world’s first ADSL chipset at Adware, and in the late 1990s Howe worked with Columbia University to commercialize the first Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) implementation.  In 1990, Howe was an engineer on the first ever VoIP and video projects for PictureTel.

Howe is a member of several technical advisory boards and is a frequent speaker at industry events. Winner of multiple industry awards, honors and development contests, including the 2007 O'Reilly Award Winner for Telephony Mashup Competition, and 2008 Broadsoft Mashup Contest Winner.

"As a long-time enthusiast and supporter of next generation communications, I'm thrilled by the opportunity to help drive the evolution of In Store Solutions,” said Howe. “I'm joining a great team, and the challenge is both exciting and daunting. I can't wait to get started!"

About In Store Solutions
In Store Solutions is a channel innovator that enables manufacturers and service providers to regain control of their brands and leapfrog the inefficiencies of legacy distribution. Utilizing its high-performance web commerce platform, In Store Solutions enables companies to quickly implement their own branded online stores and sell across borders to over 181 countries, in 44 currencies and 41 languages – all through a single licensing agreement.

In Store Solutions then merchandizes those stores, with synergistic products and cross-selling opportunities, all without sacrificing the primary brand's supremacy. Additionally, the company's “imagineering” team identifies new and untapped market opportunities while creating product innovations specifically designed to leverage and extend its clients' brands.

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FREETALK TV Transforms Communications – Delivers Skype-Enabled Video Calling to Samsung Televisions; Distributed Globally by In Store Solutions

 

New camera system brings Skype video calls to Samsung C7000 & C8000 Series LED TVs

GERONA, SPAIN (May 18, 2010) — Consumer electronics brand FREETALK today announced availability of the FREETALK^® TV, a groundbreaking camera system that enables consumers to make voice and video calls through their high-definition televisions. Created for Samsung’s premium C7000 and C8000 series of LED HDTVs featuring the Skype App accessible through Samsung Apps, the FREETALK TV system delivers VGA video calling from your living room at affordable consumer prices.

Many consumers and business people have already installed these cutting-edge 2010 Samsung LED televisions in their homes and offices. These TVs feature Samsung Apps, the world’s first app store for TVs and Blu-ray players.  Now, they can add the FREETALK TV camera system to enable video and audio conferencing capability and/or make and receive voice calls using Skype from their couch, easy chair, desk, or conference room as easily as they would using their  PC – all at prices that make true-to-life video communications affordable for everyone.

“Skype has more than half a billion registered users around the world utilizing Skype on their computers or mobile phones, and we wanted to give them a uniquely personal way to take the technology one step further,” said Mike Padmore, Product Manager for FREETALK. “The FREETALK TV is transformational technology that will empower consumers to use their television as a contemporary videophone. By working hand in hand with Skype and Samsung, we have been able to deliver a breakthrough video calling solution to consumers at a very low cost.” 

Simplicity is a major benefit of the FREETALK TV. The camera system quickly and easily mounts magnetically to the television, and utilizes a USB cable for connectivity so that nothing detracts from the stylish design of these ultra slim TVs. Using the TV remote control, consumers can create free Skype accounts, log into existing accounts, and navigate via a simple Skype interface on the television screen.

Another key feature is the system’s affordability. While many high-end videoconferencing products are priced at thousands of dollars, the FREETALK TV camera system sells for as little as $149 USD ( Download FREETALK-7180-Prices), providing a cost-effective solution for consumers who want to make video calls from their televisions. In addition, Skype video calls are free, as are voice calls between Skype users. Consumers who use the FREETALK TV camera system and Skype to call landlines or mobile phones are charged only pennies per minute or as part of their Skype subscriptions.

The FREETALK TV features a state-of-the-art video camera that creates VGA video, with up to 30 frames per second using H.264 video compression and Wide Video Graphics Array (WVGA) display resolution. The affordable, lightweight system features four unidirectional high quality microphones. This allows users to talk freely and clearly from up to four meters (over 13 feet) away from the television. Voice calls placed through the FREETALK TV utilize Skype’s SILK audio codec, which enables the wideband audio.

“The FREETALK TV brings Skype voice and video calling to people in the comfort of their living rooms,” said Ed Botterill, certification manager for Skype. “We’re thrilled to extend Skype beyond computers and allow people to connect with family and friends through their television – at a much lower price than competing room-based video conferencing systems.”

In Store Solutions is a partner merchant for the Skype Shop globally.

For more information about the FREETALK TV or to order a unit through the Skype Shop, visit http://www.skype.com/shop. 

About In Store Solutions
In Store Solutions is a channel innovator that enables manufacturers and service providers to regain control of their brands and leapfrog the inefficiencies of legacy distribution. Utilizing its high-performance web commerce platform, In Store Solutions enables companies to quickly implement their own branded online stores and sell across borders to over 181 countries, in 44 currencies and 41 languages – all through a single licensing agreement.

In Store Solutions then merchandizes those stores, with synergistic products and cross-selling opportunities, all without sacrificing the primary brand’s supremacy. Additionally, the company’s “imagineering” team identifies new and untapped market opportunities while creating product innovations specifically designed to leverage and extend its clients’ brands.

About Skype

Skype is software that enables the world’s conversations. Millions of individuals and businesses use Skype to make free video and voice calls, send instant messages and share files with other Skype users. Every day, people everywhere also use Skype to make low-cost calls to landlines and mobiles. Download Skype to your computer or mobile phone at skype.com.

Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone service and cannot be used for emergency calling.

Skype, associated trademarks and logos and the “S” symbol are trademarks of Skype Limited.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

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FREETALK Everyman HD Webcam Now Available for Skype Users

 

In Store Solutions’ newest release is designed to give Skype users the highest quality high-definition Skype video calling experience for only $49

 

GERONA, SPAIN — April 27, 2010 — In Store Solutions today announced the availability of the FREETALK^® Everyman HD Webcam (TALK-7140), the new high-definition (HD) webcam that empowers Skype™ users with up to true 720p HD video calling. 

Available for purchase globally from the Skype Shop, the Everyman HD Webcam enables HD-encoded video for only $49, about the same price as most standard webcams. The compact and lightweight Everyman HD Webcam requires no set up and is plug and play, making it especially convenient for use on the road.

“There is no higher performing, Skype Certified HD webcam than the Everyman HD, and the Everyman HD is available at just a fraction of the price of other HD webcams,” said In Store Solutions Product Manager Mike Padmore. “Unlike most High Quality webcams on the market today, the Everyman encodes the video signal in real time, meaning you do not need to utilize all of your computer’s resources while conducting a Skype video call.”

Product specifications include:

• High performance optical lens
•  24-bit true color depth
• Auto Exposure and Auto White Balance
• Auto Focus capability
• Supports HD video encoding at resolutions up to 1280x720 at up to 22 frames per second
  
• Skype Certified™ High Definition Webcam
  
• Universal clip for attaching to a wide variety of displays and monitors
  

“In earning the Skype Certified™ mark, the Everyman HD earned Skype’s highest rating for a webcam,” said Ed Botterill, Certification Manager for Skype. “This webcam is engineered to give Skype users the highest quality high-definition Skype video calling experience, enabling them to feel like they are in the same room with their family and friends.”

The FREETALK HD Everyman Webcam sends and receives HD video when used with Skype 4.2 for Windows and above, a PC with a 1.8 GHz dual-core processor or faster and a high-speed broadband connection of at least 1.2 Mbps symmetrical bandwidth.

For more information about the FREETALK Everyman HD Webcam or to order a unit, visit http://www.skype.com/shop.

About In Store Solutions

In Store Solutions is a channel innovator that enables manufacturers and service providers to regain control of their brands and leapfrog the inefficiencies of legacy distribution.  Utilizing its high-performance web commerce platform, In Store Solutions enables companies to quickly implement their own branded online stores and sell across borders to over 181 countries, in 44 currencies and 41 languages – all through a single licensing agreement.

In Store Solutions then merchandizes those stores, with synergistic products and cross-selling opportunities, all without sacrificing the primary brand’s supremacy.  Additionally, the company’s “imagineering” team identifies new and untapped market opportunities while creating product innovations specifically designed to leverage and extend its clients’ brands.

Come see what we’ve got In Store, for you.

 

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FREETALK Everyman HD Webcam (TALK-7140)

In Store Solutions Engages Tx Think Xtra To Handle Retail Distribution Globally

In Store Solutions to focus on its successful e-commerce platform

 

GERONA, Spain – March 1, 2010 – In Store Solutions, the distribution-channel innovator that’s revolutionizing the way consumers interact with manufacturers and service providers worldwide, today announced it is assigning fulfillment of global retailers’ demand for In Store Solutions products to Milan’s TX Think Xtra, which specializes in distribution of consumer products to retailers.

 

In Store Solutions has had a distribution agreement for the past eight years with TX Think Xtra, which last year handled distribution of more than 500,000 items of In Store Solutions’ full complement of products, such as the highly successful FREETALK^® line of Skype Certified™ webcams and headsets, as well as products from Yamaha and RTX.

 

“With the growth we’re seeing in our turnkey e-commerce platform, we realized it’s imperative for us to separate retail and e-tail,” said In Store Solutions chief operating officer Craig Smith.  “While we focus completely on e-tail, we’re confident that retailers will continue to receive the same great distribution service under the trusted relationship we have with TX Think Xtra.”

 

Going forward, Smith added, TX Think Xtra will handle all drop shipments and FOB orders shipped from Hong Kong.

 

To reach TX Think Xtra, retailers should send e-mail to [email protected].  The company can also be reached by dialing +39 (0) 292112092 for voice calls or by fax at +39 (0) 292112097.

 

“We’re thrilled to expand our relationship with In Store Solutions,” said Riccardo Bologna, general manager of TX – Think Xtra. “We’re selling a vast amount of Skype Certified products, and as In Store Solutions’ retail distributor, those sales are going to soar.”

 

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About In Store Solutions
In Store Solutions is a channel innovator that enables manufacturers and service providers to regain control of their brands and leapfrog the inefficiencies of legacy distribution.  Utilizing its high-performance web commerce platform, In Store Solutions enables companies to quickly implement their own branded online stores and sell across borders to over 181 countries, in 44 currencies and 41 languages – all through a single licensing agreement.

 

In Store Solutions then merchandizes those stores, with synergistic products and cross-selling opportunities, all without sacrificing the primary brand’s supremacy.  Additionally, the company’s “imagineering” team identifies new and untapped market opportunities while creating product innovations specifically designed to leverage and extend its clients’ brands.

 

Come see what we’ve got In Store, for you.

 

About TX – ThinkXtra
TX – Think Xtra, founded in 1995, focuses on providing complete retail solutions to over 700 major retailers in Europe. The strategy of TX – Think Xtra is focused on developing innovative products and strong partnerships. Providing complete product, POS and marketing solutions to satisfy the demands of both retail consumers and small and medium businesses. Partnering with leading edge manufacturers ,TX – Think Xtra provides a full range of products from entry level to the technologically advanced. Building strong relationships with key European retailers by delivering a complete retail solution for emerging technologies in a clear and consistent retail offering.

 

About Skype

Skype is software that enables the world’s conversations. Millions of individuals and businesses use Skype to make free video and voice calls, send instant messages and share files with other Skype users. Every day, people everywhere also use Skype to make low-cost calls to landlines and mobiles. Download Skype to your computer or mobile phone at skype.com.

 

Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone service and cannot be used for emergency calling.

 

Skype, associated trademarks and logos and the “S” symbol are trademarks of Skype Limited.

 

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FREETALK Connect Alliance Formed at IT EXPO 2010 with 14 Charter Members; Open Alliance Members Will Offer Products and Services that Leverage FREETALK Connect, Voice 2.0 Applications and Cloud-Based Services

  

 Members will offer innovative products and cloud-based services that interoperate with FREETALK Connect via Asterisk, Skype, SIP, Skype for SIP, or PSTN

MIAMI, January 21, 2010 — FREETALK® and 13 other companies today announced the formation of the FREETALK Connect Alliance, an open alliance of companies that will provide innovative applications, products and services to expand the capabilities of the FREETALK Connect communications system. The alliance is open to companies that offer products and services which build on the capabilities of the FREETALK Connect, “Voice 2.0” in concept, and can interoperate with Asterisk, Skype™, SIP, Skype for SIP or the PSTN.

The FREETALK Connect simplifies set up, enabling small business users that are not tech savvy to use it quickly and simply, without formal training. Supported telephones are plugged into the company’s network and the FREETALK Connect auto-detects and configures them. An on-screen wizard then guides the customer through a few business-related questions that help configure the company’s communication system and enables Skype calling from every supported desktop phone in the office. Adding users and administering the system after installation is just as easy.

The FREETALK Connect Alliance opens the door for many new developers, service providers, including cloud computing and Internet communications providers to offer new and innovative applications, products and services for businesses of any size. These will be available later this year in the U.S. through the FREETALK Connect Store (http://www.freetalkconnect.com) and the Skype Shop (http://skype.com/shop), both of which are operated by In Store Solutions.

The charter members of the FREETALK Connect Alliance include:

•    AbbeyNet/Sitofono (Italy)
•    Cloudvox (USA)
•    FlatPlanet Phone Company (Israel)
•    FREETALK (Spain)
•    IfByPhone (USA)
•    In Store Solutions (Hong Kong)
•    Iotum/Calliflower (Canada)
•    Jazinga (Canada)
•    Skype (Luxembourg)
•    Tatung (Taiwan)
•    Thomas Howe’s Light and Electric (USA)
•    Voxeo (US)
•    Voxygen (UK)
•    Voxbone (Belgium)

“The FREETALK Connect Alliance members are building an entire ecosystem of products, applications and services around the FREETALK Connect communications system,” said Andrew Hansen, B2B manager at FREETALK. “The Alliance’s products and services build on, and powerfully leverage, the strengths of each other, and the market reach of the extremely affordable, fully featured and self-configuring FREETALK Connect.”

Companies that want more information about this alliance, or want to join the FREETALK Connect Alliance should contact FREETALK at [email protected].  

About FREETALK
FREETALK is a product innovation catalyst – identifying market gaps and working with its global partners to design, manufacture and quickly bring to market products that disrupt traditional categories.  Leveraging untapped market opportunities, FREETALK products are designed to be environmentally friendly, sold online and delivered globally at aggressive price-points. Always at the forefront of innovation, FREETALK is known for creating synergistic products that add unique value to its partners’ branded points-of-sale.

About Skype
Skype is software that enables the world’s conversations. Millions of individuals and businesses use Skype to make free video and voice calls send instant messages and share files with other Skype users. Every day, people everywhere also use Skype to make low-cost calls to landlines and mobiles. Download Skype to your computer or mobile phone at skype.com.

Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone services and cannot be used for emergency calling. Skype for SIP is meant to complement existing traditional telephone services used with a corporate PBX, not as a stand-alone solution. Skype for SIP users need to ensure all calls to emergency services are terminated through traditional fixed line telephone services, connected to the local exchange, or through other emergency calling capable telephone services.

Skype, associated trademarks and logos and the “S” symbol are trademarks of Skype Limited.

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Contact:
Sue Huss, for In Store Solutions
[email protected]
+1 619-379-4396

In Store Solutions Introduces FREETALK® Connect, World’s Most Complete Communications System Enabling Skype Calling for SMBs

 Ultra-simple System Offers Multiple Options for Small Business Owners
To Save On Calling Costs

MIAMI, January 20, 2010 — In Store Solutions today unveiled the FREETALK® Connect, the first communications system designed from the ground up to allow small and medium business owners to enable Skype calls from supported office phones. With the FREETALK Connect, companies can make free Skype-to-Skype calls with the more than 520 million registered Skype users worldwide and can view and manage Skype contact lists using their supported office phones. Companies can also receive inbound voice calls from users of Skype around the world via the FREETALK Connect. They can also participate in the Skype for SIP open beta, which will enable them to take advantage of Skype’s low-cost global calling rates for calls to landline or mobile phones around the world from their desktop phones.

The FREETALK Connect simplifies set up, enabling small business users that are not tech savvy to use it quickly and simply, without formal training. Supported telephones are plugged into the company’s network and the FREETALK Connect auto-detects and configures them. An on-screen wizard then guides the customer through a few business-related questions that help configure the company’s communication system and enables Skype calling from every supported desktop phone in the office. Adding users and administering the system after installation is just as easy.

“Simply put, this product enables Skype calls from every employee’s desktop phone (or handset) in a small business, and it gives business owners all of the advantages of Skype’s low-cost global calling rates and free Skype-to-Skype calls,” said Andrew Hansen, FREETALK’s Manager for B2B. “This quickly adds up to incredible savings.”

Designed for offices with between two and 50 users, the FREETALK Connect offers true unified communications functionality, including Find Me, Follow Me; a unified voice mailbox; automated attendant and auto call distribution. Further distinguishing the FREETALK Connect is its intelligent routing capabilities. Incoming Skype calls, as well as calls over SIP, the PSTN and IAX2, can be routed by the FREETALK Connect to any local or remote Skype user, SIP endpoint, analog or mobile phone.

“FREETALK and Skype are dedicated to developing solutions that break new ground, like the FREETALK Connect,” said Perry Teevens, director of business development & strategic partnerships for the Skype for Business team. “This solution addresses the needs of the many Skype users who have been asking for a simple way to use Skype in their small- and mid-size business environment.”

Beginning in March, the FREETALK Connect will be available for purchase in the U.S. via the Skype Shop, (http://skype.com/shop) from In Store Solutions.

For more information about the FREETALK Connect communications system or to order a unit, visit http://freetalkconnect.com.

About FREETALK
FREETALK is a product innovation catalyst – identifying market gaps and working with its global partners to design, manufacture and quickly bring to market products that disrupt traditional categories.  Leveraging untapped market opportunities, FREETALK products are designed to be environmentally friendly, sold online and delivered globally at aggressive price-points. Always at the forefront of innovation, FREETALK is known for creating synergistic products that add unique value to its partners’ branded points-of-sale.

About Skype
Skype is software that enables the world’s conversations. Millions of individuals and businesses use Skype to make free video and voice calls send instant messages and share files with other Skype users. Every day, people everywhere also use Skype to make low-cost calls to landlines and mobiles. Download Skype to your computer or mobile phone at skype.com.

Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone services and cannot be used for emergency calling. Skype for SIP is meant to complement existing traditional telephone services used with a corporate PBX, not as a stand-alone solution. Skype for SIP users need to ensure all calls to emergency services are terminated through traditional fixed line telephone services, connected to the local exchange, or through other emergency calling capable telephone services.

Skype, associated trademarks and logos and the “S” symbol are trademarks of Skype Limited.

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Contact:
Sue Huss, for In Store Solutions
[email protected]
+1 619-379-4396

FREETALK Partners With Jazinga To Create FREETALK® Connect

 Companies Collaborate On Skype-enabled Small Business Communication System
Featuring Set Up In Less Than 15 Minutes

MIAMI, January 20, 2010 — As the result of a new partnership announced today at ITEXPO East 2010, FREETALK and Jazinga have created the FREETALK® Connect, a full-featured unified communications system that is the first to feature Skype for SIP and Skype for Asterisk functionality.

FREETALK and Jazinga collaborated in designing the FREETALK Connect, featuring a do-it-yourself (DIY) technology approach that can be configured in less than 15 minutes, enabling users who are not tech savvy to use it without formal training. This new class of DIY communications system allows anyone with basic knowledge of computers to install and maintain the office phone system.  SIP, Skype and traditional PSTN phones can be plugged into the network, and the FREETALK Connect auto-detects and configures them. An onscreen wizard guides the user through setup. Adding users and administering the system after install is equally simple.

Further distinguishing the FREETALK Connect is its intelligent routing capabilities. Incoming Skype calls, as well as SIP, PSTN and IAX2 calls, can be routed to any local or remote Skype user, SIP, analog or mobile phone. Additionally, the FREETALK Connect enables users to set up “Find Me, Follow Me” features, and provides a unified mail box that consolidates messages from voice mail and email into one mailbox.

Some of the key features from the Jazinga platform found in the FREETALK Connect include:

•    Callback / Dial-around
•    Access to Skype Buddy lists
Auto Attendant / IVR
•    Paging
•    Call Parking
•    Remote Extensions
•    Music on Hold
•    Conferencing

The FREETALK Connect also has an easily configured and updated:

•    Managing routes to users, telephone services, and applications
•    Providing SIP/Skype telephone service management
•    Router management (networking, port forwarding, DNS, DHCP)

“Jazinga’s products consistently ensure call integrity by integrating quality of service and prioritizing voice traffic on the network into an affordable, simple product,” said In Store Solutions COO Craig Smith. “There was no question that FREETALK wanted to partner with Jazinga to develop the FREETALK Connect, because it continues our goal of working with the best providers to distribute outstanding products around the world.”

“FREETALK Connect is designed for small businesses with between 2 and 49 users, an undersold market that desperately needs UC functionality,” said Randy Busch, CEO of Jazinga Inc. “As a result of our partnership with In Store Solutions, the telecom technology playing field is much more level between larger enterprises and their smaller competitors.”

The the FREETALK Connect is marketed through Skype Shop, which is operated by In Store Solutions. The unit initially will be available to registered U.S. Skype users beginning in March.

For more information about FREETALK Connect PBX or to order a unit, visit
http://freetalkconnect.com.


About FREETALK
FREETALK is a product innovation catalyst – identifying market gaps and working with its global partners to design, manufacture and quickly bring to market products that disrupt traditional categories.  Leveraging untapped market opportunities, FREETALK products are designed to be environmentally friendly, sold online and delivered globally at aggressive price-points. Always at the forefront of innovation, FREETALK is known for creating synergistic products that add unique value to its partners’ branded points-of-sale.

About Jazinga
Jazinga Inc. develops communications products for small businesses and homes. The Jazinga system provides enterprise telephony and data functionality for this market, but at a fraction of the cost and without the setup complexity of an enterprise-class IP PBX. Jazinga Inc. is privately held and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Additional information is available at www.jazinga.com.

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Contact:
Sue Huss, for In Store Solutions
[email protected]
+1 619-379-4396