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ALT1040 » Skype a la retro — Sat, 10 Sep 2005 01:54:16 +0000

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By: Om Malik

Om Malik — Tue, 06 Sep 2005 21:45:05 +0000

oh damn… the image shows the device plugged into a powerbook – what crap … false imagery. oh well, since i have an iMic, now is a good time to buy this little cute handset.

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By: Nivi

Nivi — Tue, 06 Sep 2005 20:11:56 +0000

Om, I don’t think this phone is compatible with many Macs.

For example, the PowerBooks don’t have a pre-amp on their mic inputs. And you need a pre-amp on the mic because the power from the mic is so low.

I think this is why the copy for the Hulger on Skype’s site says “Compatible with Mac OSX when used with iMic (adaptor)”.

The iMic itself costs $30-$40.

By: Keith Erskine

Keith Erskine — Tue, 06 Sep 2005 19:13:13 +0000

Cute, yes – but also practical. Think of it as a “UI” for older people that would need access to VOIP/P2P phone systems.