This news blurb, by way of Fierce Wireless, claims that the Nintendo handheld gaming device due out later this year will include a headset that supports VoIP over Wi-Fi.

The technology behind Wi-Fi VoIP is plenty interesting, but for the consumer, Wi-Fi VoIP can simply be a lot of fun. Let's start with Wi-Fi. I love to watch the face of people when they first try Wi-Fi. They typically laugh at first, because Wi-Fi seems like magic. Add VoIP to the mix and even more applications can be supported, which translates into more enjoyment for the consumer, young or old. Game makers are wise to pursue Wi-Fi because they're in the fun business. Of course, if they succeed with Wi-Fi VoIP they'll also find themselves in the voice business, making the lives of telecoms executives possibly a bit less fun.