Nowadays, we hear the word videophone and we immediately think webcam and laptop. While the popularity of video calling has blossomed in recent years, making calls over the internet requires multiple pieces of equipment and a strong internet connection that can handle the transmission. With a Beamer FX Videophone you can enjoy face-to-face video calling through a standard phone line without any fancy equipment.
Beamer FX Videophone is a fully-functioning office phone that allows you to make video calls to other Beamer FX users. The 8.6 inch by 6 inch by 1.9 inch unit has a 3.5 inch LCD flat screen and is no more obtrusive on your desk than a digital picture frame. To use the Beamer FX, you simply pug it directly into your phone and phone line. From there you can make phone calls as normal and if your caller has a Beamer phone, you can add video. The Beamer FX also allows you to send, receive and save digital pictures between you and other Beamer callers.
Since the Beamer FX video calling feature is only compatible with other Beamer videophones, you’ll probably need to buy the phones in pairs or groups if you plan on using them to communicate with partners or employees. This videophone is a good option for business owners who want to set up an interoffice communication system or to connect face-to-face with satellite offices without leaving the office. Reviews about this product have been mixed. Some say the video is no different than an online video call, while others have complained that the picture can be choppy and the sound occasionally gets garbled.
If you’re interested in giving it a shot, you might want to check your bank account first. A single Beamer FX videophone starts at $179.99, but since it won’t work without a counterpart, you’ll probably have to buy more than one. On the bright side, this is a one-time cost; Beamer FX videophones don’t require any additional service or equipment. Just plug in and go.