VTech today announced shipments of their cordless phone IS6110 which has an integrated QWERTY keyboard for instant messaging (IM). In addition to its traditional landline capabilities, the IS6110 (MSRP: $99.95) offers free access to MSN Messenger, Windows Live Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger. The base unit simply needs to be connected via a USB port to the PC.

With a large color LCD and full keypad, the cordless phone has a “click-to-talk” feature enables instant voice (peer-to-peer) chats with friends. Other IS6110 highlights include:

• Extra large, high-resolution color display for clear and easy viewing
• Caller ID/call waiting — stores 50 calls
• 50 name/number phonebook directory
• Recordable ring tones
• Voicemail waiting indicator
• Headset compatible (2.5 mm)

For more information on the I-Series and other VTech offerings, please visit http://www.vtechphones.com.