Panasonic SIP KX-UT670 Smart Desk Phone Honored for Exceptional Innovation
Secaucus, NJ, and Norwalk, CT, August 7, 2012 – Panasonic, a leader in the business telephony market*, announced today that TMC,
a global, integrated media company, named the Panasonic SIP KX-UT670
Smart Desk Phone a 2012 TMC Labs Innovation Award winner – presented by
its publication, INTERNET TELEPHONY.
“With
every new product launch, Panasonic strives to meet the ever-changing
technology needs of our customers in a variety of industries,” said Bill
Savino, Marketing Manager for
business communication solutions at Panasonic. “The TMC Labs Innovation
Award serves as another prestigious recognition of Panasonic’s focus on
bringing to market innovative and scalable telecommunications offerings
for businesses of all sizes.”
The
TMC Labs Innovation Award honors products that display innovation,
unique features, and significant contributions toward improving
communications technology. The TMC Labs Innovation Awards are given to
those companies demonstrating ground-breaking contributions to the
industry.
“The
TMC Labs Innovation Award represents the best and the most unique
products and services that this industry has to offer. Panasonic has
proven its commitment to quality and the further development of the IP
communications industry through its Panasonic SIP KX-UT670 Smart Desk
Phone,” stated Tom Keating, CTO and TMC Labs Founder.
“Congratulations
to the entire team at Panasonic for earning this great honor. I look
forward to seeing more innovative solutions from them as they continue
to contribute to the future of IP communications,” Keating added.
“Panasonic has been recognized for its exceptional work in advancing IP Communications.
Panasonic SIP KX-UT670 Smart Desk Phone has proven exceptional and its
innovation has contributed to the advancement of the industry,” stated Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC.
The 2012 TMC Labs Innovation Award highlights are published in the July/August 2012 issue of INTERNET TELEPHONY magazine. Awa
About the Panasonic SIP KX-UT670 Smart Desk Phone
The
Panasonic SIP KX-UT670 Smart Desk Phone offers users a communication
solution and business tool that can enhance operations in industries
such as retail, education, healthcare and hospitality. Through the use
of the high-quality video (H.264/720P) viewer and up to 16 integrated
Panasonic Network Security Cameras, managers in retail environments can
discreetly monitor a store with their desk phone from a back office or
even from home. Users can choose a specific camera feed to view or opt
for all feeds to run sequentially on the LCD screen. Similarly, school
faculty and authorities can monitor potential emergency situations in
classrooms from a secure area by viewing live video on the phone from
Panasonic’s PTZ network video cameras. Users can control integrated
camera’s pan, tilt and zoom functions directly from the phone’s screen,
ensuring they keep an eye on all areas of a room in an emergency.
The
KX-UT670 is equipped with a large 7-inch LCD touch screen, which allows
for easy access to control phone features and installed applications.
The open source-based
operating system is programmable in Java, allowing for a company to
utilize a variety of business-friendly applications or develop ones
which are specifically designed to fit their needs. Applications can be
easily loaded onto the phone using the built-in SD Memory Card Slot.
Users can also take advantage of web browsing, access email directly
from their phone and check daily calendar appointments with third-party
applications.
Coupling
with a hosted or open-source PBX allows for simple, user-friendly
configuration so users can easily set-up a phone system without the cost
or hassle of installation services. Two 1 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) ports
and Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability allow for simplified wiring and
easy connection of a second device. Additional phone features include
3-way conference call support, phonebook, long handset cords, non-slip
rubber feet, wall mounting option and a changeable angle stand.
Pricing and Availability
The Panasonic SIP KX-UT670 Smart Desk Phone is available through authorized Panasonic resellers, please contact Key Communications for current pricing and more information.
