Polycom Releases Voice-over-Wi-Fi Phone With Barcode Scanners

Unified communications provider Polycom Inc. on Monday unveiled its first Voice-over-Wi-Fi handset with 2D barcode scanners for enterprises.

The SpectraLink 8452 combines a mobile phone, pager, push-to-talk functionality, barcode scanner and Web access so workers can stay in touch from anywhere within the enterprise Wi-Fi network. The scanner can read 1D and 2D barcode images from up to 34 inches away.

Polycom, which sells through channel partners, also said the SpectraLink 8452 is in the qualification process to work with Microsoft Lync. If all goes as planned, the phone will be able to display and share call and directory information through Lync, and accommodate features including presence and instant messaging. The SpectraLink 8452 targets settings such as hospitals, retail stores, factories and hotels.