Aksys Networks and Xorcom announce that they have successfully completed interoperability testing between Xorcom’s Complete PBX IP-PBX models and Aksys’ KONNECT Business Phones.

Xorcom IP-PBX: Reliable, Flexible Asterisk-based Telephony Platforms

Xorcom’s all-in-one appliances allow seamless communication using both VoIP and traditional telephony protocols. Xorcom’s unique system design ensures the reliability expected from a proprietary telephony system, while providing the flexibility, scalability, easy integration and competitive pricing afforded by an open source platform. The Xorcom IP-PBX line supports all the features of the extremely popular Asterisk PBX operating system while providing additional benefits, such as dual-PBX hot failover with the award-winning TwinStar feature, high density of telephony interface combinations in a small footprint, etc. The Complete PBX, sold and supported by Xorcom in the United States and Canada, features a customized user interface to streamline the implementation and enhance the functionality of the telephony system.

REDCOM unveils the new SLICE IP. The SLICE IP is an advanced Class 4/5 softswitch core powered by TRANSip, REDCOM’s VoIP technology suite that provides an innovative IP communications solution. TRANSip integrates key IP Multimedia Subsystem elements in one single platform, bringing call management functionality and directory services for IP subscribers.

Netviewer has now expanded its product range for Mac users with Version 6.1.1 Netviewer Meet, the proven web conference solution which is used for millions of online meetings every year, now supports audio conferencing via VoIP under MacOS, in addition to high-quality webcam video transmission of the conference participants.

CounterPath announces the worldwide availability of X-Lite 4.0, an entry-level voice and video softphone for Mac and Windows PCs. One of the world’s most widely used multimedia softphones, X-Lite gives enterprises, government agencies and other professional users a fast, cost-effective way to begin deploying VoIP across their existing laptops and desktops to reduce their communications costs and improve productivity.

Available as a free download, X-Lite 4.0 is based on a year's worth of beta user feedback. It takes many of the popular features from X-Lite 3.0 and adds a completely new user interface that provides the choice of a contact-centric experience, a dialpad-centric experience or a combination of the two.

GENBAND and Eastex Telephone Coop. announce the deployment of GENBAND’s industry-leading C15 Compact Softswitch to deliver communication services to Eastex’ residential and business subscribers across rural East Texas. GENBAND’s C15 equips Eastex to seamlessly migrate its legacy network and also helps to significantly reduce power and floor space requirements by up to 50 percent due to its innovative and compact design. In the future, the C15 will also help position Eastex to offer new VoIP and data services to subscribers.

To support Eastex’ large network expansion and modernization project, GENBAND is migrating over twenty Central Offices that include varying technologies, including legacy GENBAND DMS-10 and DMS-100, CopperCom and other third party equipment. GENBAND is also providing installation, commissioning and on-going Professional Services and GENBANDCare technical support capabilities.

The SIP Forum and the i3 Forum announced a new testing program for Fax-over-Internet-Protocol services, aimed at identifying and qualifying transmission impairments and interoperability challenges that have arisen in IP-based networks as the T.38 protocol has become more widely deployed across carrier and enterprise network topologies. The first-of-its-kind testing program, which will take place from September through December 2010, will bring together a host of international communications carriers from North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Middle East to examine global FoIP communications. T.38 is the international standard that supports the use of IP networks to transport real-time faxes.

3CX announces the release of a free SIP phone for the Android Smartphone operating system. With 3CXPhone for Android, users can make free phone calls via wireless and 3G (mobile operator permitting). Examples of Android based phones are the HTC Desire, HTC Hero, Sony Ericsson Xperia, X10 Mini and Pro, Samsung Galaxy S and the Google Nexus.

3CXPhone for Android works with standards based SIP servers - including 3CX Phone System, Asterisk and popular SIP VoIP Providers. Unlike other "free" Android SIP phones, 3CXPhone is NOT locked down to a particular provider or PBX. Users can pick and choose their favorite provider or VoIP PBX and switch at any time or use different VoIP providers simultaneously. 3CXPhone is available free of charge for commercial and non profit organizations as well as private users.

Phone.com announces its participation at the COMPTEL PLUS Fall 2010 Convention & EXPO taking place September 12-15 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Dallas.

COMPTEL is the leading trade association for the competitive telecommunications industry.

Phone.com’s CEO Ari Rabban will be speaking at the conference session titled “The Explosive and Disruptive Growth of SMS”. This session will be taking place on Tuesday, September 14 10:00-10:45AM.

SoliCall announces the release of a personal version of its successful enterprise level - the PBXMate product. The PBXMate is being used by organizations to improve audio quality in their VoIP network. Now this product will also be available for individuals who are using SIP phone (or SoftPhone) looking to improve audio quality. Another benefit of the product allows its users to easily record their calls. With the Personal PBXMate all parties will enjoy a high quality audio during VoIP call. “This is another step to make our solutions accessible for all users. Both small businesses and individuals will now be able to enjoy the technology that has grasped roots and became popular among large corporations”, said Adam Moore, Director of Media Relations for the company.

XConnect announced an initiative with leading technology companies Polycom, BroadSoft and Dialogic to promote the adoption of HD voice by service providers in the United Kingdom.

The initiative was launched in response to U.K. service providers’ interest in HD voice services, reflected in discussion during a recent Internet Telephony Service Providers Association meeting. Through workshops and cooperative communication and marketing, the HD initiative is designed to raise awareness and educate service providers about the benefits of HD voice and help them resolve implementation challenges.

Nextiva have launched a Business VoIP Information and Learning Center at Nextiva.com/voip. This business VoIP portal by Nextiva is designed for small business and telecommunications professionals seeking information about business operations, marketing, online fax, and voice over IP.

Nextiva offers a suite of powerful communication tools and is transforming the way small businesses communicate. "The information located in our Business VoIP Information and Learning Center is valuable for today's small business owner," said Yaniv Masjedi of Nextiva. "Nextiva.com/voip contains a variety of unique information and will continue to grow since new content is consistently being added." Visitors to Nextiva's Business VoIP Portal currently have access to over 300 articles and guides.

TM Forum announces that after eleven years in Nice, France, its flagship Management World conference will move to Dublin’s new, state-of-the-art Convention Center - the CCD - May 23-26, 2011. Dublin and the CCD will provide the perfect business environment for Management World attendees—a leading capital city that is easy to get to, easy to do business in and with a reputation for hospitality that is second to none.

As a vibrant European hub for global technology companies, including major communications service providers, IT organizations and large online businesses such as Google, Facebook and eBay, Dublin is a natural fit for the increasing scope of the industry’s premier conference.

Truphone has made staying in touch with friends, family and colleagues both at home and abroad even more affordable with the introduction of its lowest calling rates ever.

The global mobile operator has reduced its calling rates to more than 30 destinations worldwide by an average of 60 percent when compared to previous rates for calls made using its Apple iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Nokia and Android smartphone apps.

Truphone has also reduced the cost of its unlimited monthly call package to just $12.95 per month.