Edge-Core today announced the availability of its new 802.11b/g Wi-Fi phone that utilizes Skype software.

The WM4201 Edge-Core Wi-Fi phone for Skype offers all of the Skype calling features, along with an IEEE 802.11b/g wireless connection and candy bar shaped design to help users reduce communication costs and move at the same time.

"The WM4201 Edge-Core Wi-Fi phone is one of the first mobile products with Skype offering the flexibility to enjoy the benefits of Skype calling while away from your computer," said June Chao, Edge-Core Senior Director. "In a Wi-Fi Hotspot, the WM4201 can automatically download Skype contacts and show them on the LCD color display. Users can easily make Skype calls without a computer. Edge-Core is happy to announce and bring this product to market with our worldwide partners."

In addition to the availability of standard SkypeIn, SkypeOut, and Skype Voicemail features, the WM4201 also comes with Wireless Multi-Media (WMM) to improve voice quality and WPA/WPA2-PSK for secure wireless connectivity.

The Edge-Core WM4201 will be available in Q3 the end of July with a suggested retail price of $199 euro excl.