8×8 and Leadtek Unveil SIP Videophone

8×8 and Leadtek unveiled a desktop SIP videophone that includes an integrated camera and LCD display. The phone enables plug-and-play, instant-on video communications at up to 30 frames per second when used in conjunction with the Packet8 service. The device includes audio/video IN/OUT ports and an external microphone IN port for expanded video conferencing capabilities. Also included are 2 Ethernet pass-through ports to assist in boardroom, office and home LAN set- ups. With the Packet8 service, the device also provides voice mail, caller ID, call forwarding, call waiting, call waiting ID, 3-way calling and other voice broadband features. Other compliant videophones can be dialed using a regular 10-digit telephone number. Pricing details have not yet been disclosed. http://www.8×8.com