Snom m3 Firmware Now At v1.20 Beta
About a week ago I loaded the v1.19 beta firmware into my m3 system. No obvious problems but I've been traveling since then so I haven't used it a lot. The snom wiki now has instructions on loading the beta…
About a week ago I loaded the v1.19 beta firmware into my m3 system. No obvious problems but I've been traveling since then so I haven't used it a lot. The snom wiki now has instructions on loading the beta…
VoIP Supply's Garrett Smith has tipped us off to a new Wifi SIP handset. Apparently it's making him rethink his stance on VoWifi hardware. As we are of like mind on this topic this raises my curiosity. Perhaps even enough…
This morning I see that TMC Net's Tom Keating has posted a review of the snom m3. Tom says; The snom m3 SIP wireless (DECT) phone is one of my favorite VoIP phones. I've been testing and reviewing it for…
The word has come down that Hitachi has stopped making its Wifi SIP handsets and is exiting that line of business. If you liked any of their phones you may still be able to get them from retailers existing inventory, but numbers are expected to be limited.
There's been an interesting thread on the Asterisk Users Mail List where someone has been seeking a reliable Wifi SIP handset. Lots of user experience with Wifi and DECT devices has been forthcoming. One reader indicates that they think the…
This review was originally published Feb 26, 2008 at www.smallnetbuilder.com

| At a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Product | snom m3 IP DECT phone |
| Summary | Full-featured business-class cordless IP phone system |
| Pros | • Easy setup • Very good call quality • Good cordless range • Excellent battery life • Multiple simultaneous SIP registrations |
| Cons | • Contact list not remote provisioned • No use of SIP URIs • No dedicated function keys • No support for G.722 • Weak speakerphone |
I have worked from a home office for over ten years. Just over two years ago, I transitioned both my home and office to a completely VoIP-based phone system. My goal was to improve my ability to stay connected while reducing my monthly operating costs. I carefully selected high quality, business-class SIP desk phones with a variety of features to make running a small office easier.