Linksys Reviews

TMC Net provides an in-depth review of the Linksys CIT200 Skype phone - the cordless phone that connects to a USB port on your compuer and works with Skype.

"Overall, the Linksys CIT200 is a great wireless Skype solution that is a perfect alternative to your typical Skype headset solution. It has excellent range, very good battery life, and most importantly you can access your Skype contacts from the phone itself so you're not chained to the PC for dialing or taking calls."

Summary: Cordless DECT phone to make Skype use more convenient. Win XP and 2000 only

Pros:

- Doesn't interfere with 11b/g WLANs
- Supports up to 4 handsets with handset-handset calling
- Clear color display

Cons:

- No PSTN connection
- Win XP and 2000 only
- Mostly annoying ring tones

Bottom Line: If you've been waiting for a wireless Skype-enabled phone, the CIT200 is it.

Pros: Easy to use. Doesn't interfere with wireless networks. Good range. Displays entire Skype contact list, including online status, on handset.

Cons: Cordless handset can't pick up a call previously answered or that originated on the computer using the Skype client. Limited to Skype.