Nintendo DS users keen on fully taking advantage of the DS's built-in mic can now rejoice, as homebrew developer samuelv has updated his homebrew VoIP for the DS, SvSIP.

For those who aren't familiar with this nifty DS application, SvSIP lets users take advantage of the DS's Wi-FI connection and built-in microphone to make internet calls. The SvSIP has been tested on the Superkey, SuperCard and the M3 Simply for compatibility, and they all work fine with the DS VoIP homebrew.

The latest update, SvSIP v6, now allows for Wi-Fi connection configuration without the need of a Wi-Fi enabled game, like the previous versions. Wi-Fi management has been improved as well, and the Wi-Fi connection parameters can now be edited manually.

The most important update for the version is that the DS now rings whenever a call is received. The Nintendo DS as a phone? No longer inconceivable. Enjoy the download!


Download: SvSIP v6

In case fellow DS owners there would like to get VoIP capability on their portable Ninty console,  we've got something coming in from developer samuelv. The coder has announced the release of SvSIP, an application that allows you to directly use your DS as a phone via its built-in microphone, speakers (or headphones), and WiFi connectivity.

samuelv further notes that you'll have to set up an Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) account, and another WiFI-based DS app (like Mario Kart DS) to configure your connections. With regards to compatibility, SvSIP has been tested on Superkey, SuperCard, and M3 Simply (all with a  1GB MicroSD card) - the last one had to be patched.

For those wondering, SvSIP is based on the pjsip development library used in building embedded/non-embedded VoIP applications.

On a last note, the app appears to be running properly (when properly configured), as was stated by testers over at the GBAtemp forums. The download is available here, although we strongly advise readers to visit samuelv's website for further usage instructions. Enjoy the download.

Download: SvSIP