Linksys Cordless CIT200 Skype Handset Review

Many people use Skype for their long distance calls to foreign countries from their home computer. However, many companies are now offering Skype-compatible handsets, such as the Linksys CIT200 Cordless Handset.

The Linksys CIT200 Cordless Handset is a good addition to your home or office, especially if you use Skype frequently as it is much friendlier to use that the traditional microphones many use. This particular model is a step forward in that it is cordless, so no matter where you are in your home or office you can still make that call.

It really is more like using a cellphone, with a green “send” button and a red “end” button. The handset is integrated well with Skype’s existing features and fully works with voicemail. The handset is just like any other phone, plugging into the phone jack from a charging cradle. The handset uses a wireless connection to communicate with your computer through a base station attached via USB, which also uses coloured light to signal it’s status.

However, you may find that the contact list interface is slow to respond and you may prefer to use your computer to instigate a call. Some users have also reported that after installing the Linksys software they are no longer able to make a call from their comuter.

Even with the slow interface, this handset, priced at just $130, will let you make more calls conveniently via Skype and save you money in the long term. Try it out.