voipdabbler
join:2006-04-27
Kalispell, MT
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Nokia is not removing the SIP stack, just the client. Apparently, when questioned directly, Nokia announced it would support 3rd party developers in it's forums and allow downloads of VOIP apps for the newer OS for the N series. They are not removing their own SIP stack from their enterprise level phones (E series). Given that many of the N series phones are high-end and expensive (not many carriers in Europe offering a discount in exchange for service contracts), I wouldn't be surprised to see them backing away from this new position once they get consumer complaints. The front-facing web camera and video conferencing by VOIP feature on the N96 has been hyped in pre-release; given the cost of this device, I don't see consumers sitting quietly, waiting for 3rd party developers to upload VOIP clients. I suspect they'll complain loudly to Nokia. |
