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iiNet introduces BoB the modem with a phone

Vendor releases modem/router solution custom-made for the Australia market

iiNet (ASX:IIN) wants you to meet BoB, an all-in-one home communications solution designed specifically for the Australian market.

Developed by iiNet in conjunction with Belkin, the Internet and phone unit allows simultaneous connection of multiple technologies.

The unit offers compatibility with home wireless and wired computers, gaming consoles like the Xbox and USB storage and is able to double as a charger for devices such as iPods and BlackBerrys.

An optional cordless phone handset allows users to make calls over the Internet using iiNet’s Naked DSL broadband without a phone line. The unit also allows users to connect up to five handsets simultaneously.

Available in sleek black, the company said in a statement that the glass-look unit was designed to be displayed.

“You just plug BoB in and he automatically downloads what you need to get online, meaning you’re up and running in minutes” said Australian head of product development, Anthony Malone, in the statement.

BoB is available exclusively to new and existing iiNet customers.

Nominations for the 2012 ARN IT Industry Awards open on Tuesday, June 12.

More about: Belkin, iiNet, Xbox

Comments

1

Anonymous

Wed 12/08/2009 - 14:58

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Bob

2

Elaine Bastion

Sun 24/10/2010 - 21:33

am moving to Manilla nsw. dont think they have adsl 2 for naked adsl.

I dont particularly want a land line...my son has wifi can I get connection to iinet via that?

3

michael

Sun 31/07/2011 - 17:21

how do I reset the time and date on my handset from BoB?

4

michael

Sun 31/07/2011 - 17:25

Don't worry I did'nt realise it was as easy as taking out the battery and placing it back in doh!

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