VoIP desktop phone

The desktop phone is probably the most common VoIP application for the business sector. Our Enterprise VoIP development platform lets you quickly and easily develop a complete range of VoIP desktop phones to address all price points. You just have to pick the features you want from the extensive selection of hardware and software options available.

Low-end phones

Low-end VoIP desktop phones typically have a basic keypad and just a small text LCD or none at all, and often only support narrowband audio codecs. Depending on their target use, they may offer one or two Ethernet ports and usually have limited wireless connectivity. These phones are often used as "walk-up" phones in corridors and lobbies.

Mid-range phones

These phones typically feature a black-and-white or colour graphic display and support both narrowband and wideband audio codecs. They also have more complete keypads than low-end phones, with dedicated function, navigation and speed-dial keys as well as soft keys. Some of the keys may be backlit with an LED and a keyboard extension is a common add-on. Connectivity options usually include two Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet ports, while DECT, Bluetooth and USB may also be offered.

High-end phones

Top-of the-range phones typically offer large, colour graphics-capable LCD displays, possibly including touch-screen technology. The keypad is even more complete than for mid-range phones, with more dedicated function keys. Two Gigabit Ethernet ports are standard. On the wireless front, DECT and Bluetooth are common, and the ability to connect to IP networks through Wi-Fi may also be included. In some models, an external camera can be connected for limited video conferencing capabilities.

The Enterprise VoIP develop kit can also be used to create flagship phones. These often serve as technology demonstrators and come with (touch-screen) colour LCDs, built-in cameras and full video conferencing functionality.