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They just announced two Skype phones a couple of weeks ago, but USRobotics isn’t going to stop there.  The company has announced the new Cordless Dual Phone (USR9630), which connects up to both your land-line and your computer to offer you a seamless in-house VoIP solution.  It’s a lot cheaper than other products released in the past, so it’s $120 pricetag may be worth the purchase.  The phone can also be expanded with up to four additional handsets for $70 each.  Check out the list of features after the jump.

Ability to use Skype even when you are not at your PC

Up to four handsets for a whole-home/small office cordless phone solution

Powerful DECT 6.0 technology does not interfere with 802.11a/b/g wireless networks, Bluetooth devices, and other home appliances.

Efficient power usage for enhanced talk and stand-by times

150 foot (50 meter) indoor/900 foot (300 meter) outdoor range

Integrated speakerphone in handset for hands free calling

LED backlit, graphical LCD display provides convenient access to Skype contacts and personal phonebook entries

Battery level indicator and Out of Range warning tone

Supports Skype Caller ID and telephone company Caller ID

Integrated echo cancellation and noise reduction technology delivers life-like conversation quality

Full-duplex operation eliminates conversation clipping

Simple to install - Supports Plug-and-Play

Supports Windows 2000 & XP operating systems

Compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 ports

Via [V&G Blog]
Read [Press Release]

Nowadays you can walk into a Best Buy / Circuit City and choose from quite a large selection of Skype certified phones.  Now USRobotics has announced two new phones to add to your confusion.  The USR9602, known as the USB Mini Internet Phone (very creative), and the USR9601A, known as the USB Internet Phone (even more creative), both plugin to your computer via USB 1.1 or 2.0 and allow you to access all of Skype’s features.  You can use SkypeIn, SkypeOut, as well as Skype Caller ID all from the phone.  The only down side is that it’s not wireless, but luckily you can pick up a wireless USB transmitter if you search around the web.  The USR9601A has been given a price of $49.99 while the Mini one hasn’t.  Neither have release dates yet but expect them to hit the market soon.

Read [MobileMag]