On June 11, 2026, the Legendenhalle at Motorworld Böblingen once again became a vibrant hub for modern communication and digital collaboration. The innovative CONNECT 2026 once more exceeded our expectations.
Nearly 1,000 registrations, 45 national and international app partners and technology partners, numerous presentations, workshops and live demos - but above all, many encounters, innovative ideas, and memorable conversations made this day an unforgettable experience.
Guided by this year’s motto, “Connecting People. Creating Productivity.” we focused on advanced technologies to connect people, teams and processes. The ever-growing myApps ecosystem took center stage, and visitors were able to experience it firsthand and try it out for themselves at the exhibition booths.
From AI to Crisis-Proof Communication
The CONNECT 2026 program was as versatile as the demands of modern work environments. Topics ranged from artificial intelligence and the new myApps Assistant to modern contact center solutions, crisis management, the Internet of Things (IoT), and communication systems for the maritime market.
Live demos, interactive workshops and key notes provided valuable insight to new technologies. We had a hands-on approach, with use cases, questions and lively discussions.
Were you unable to listen to all the presentations or were you unable attend the event? The recordings are now available for you to watch.
As impressive as the data, technology and new features may be, CONNECT truly thrives because of the people who bring it to life. We are incredibly grateful to our exhibitors and speakers for sharing their knowledge and ideas. Thank you to our visitors, who asked insightful questions, engaged in vibrant discussions, and provided such valuable feedback. A big thank you also goes to our colleagues who began planning long before doors opened, ensuring a seamless experience on-site.
After a high-energy day packed with new insights, CONNECT shifted into celebration mode at the evening get-together. Over great food and refreshing drinks, conversations continued, ideas flowed, and partners laughed, danced and simply enjoyed the great company.
The special energy of the day is best experienced by watching our recap video:
A big thank you to all our guests, exhibitors, speakers, and colleagues who made CONNECT 2026 truly special with their ideas, dedication, and enthusiasm.
We look forward to meeting you at the next CONNECT!
2026-06-17 | Newsticker
New in the innovaphone App Store: TIMIO by Caseris
TIMIO. Contact Center expands innovaphone myApps with a comprehensive omnichannel solution for professional service communication. Service inquiries via phone, email, and web chat are intelligently routed and managed in a structured manner throughout the entire handling process: from capture and routing to CRM integration, context-based processing, and transparent analysis.The result is a contact center that goes far beyond traditional queues, ACD logic, or simple call distribution. 100% software made in Germany, integratable, scalable, and AI-ready.The app requires a TIMIO. Contact Center (cloud-based or on-premises).
New in the innovaphone App Store: MobiCall by NewVoice
MobiApp Demo – Discover the mobile solution for alerting, location tracking, and communication. MobiApp brings alerting and communication directly to mobile devices, enabling fast and clear responses - even for lone workers and in critical situations.The MobiApp Demo is available in the innovaphone myApps portal and provides an overview of the features and possibilities of the MobiCall alarming solution “MobiApp”, powered by NewVoice International. After opening the app, users are presented with a welcome message and a start screen explaining that they can navigate through the app by swiping left or right
With the release of V16, Unified Communications and Collaboration gets ready for the next chapter. Numerous improvements and innovations covering telephony features, conferencing, collaboration, business apps, hardware, and infrastructure boost efficiency, reliability, and user-friendliness - all seamlessly integrated into one single UCC platform.
New in the innovaphone App Store: File Transfer by MediaRunway
"Could you please resend the file? It was too large to send via e-mail…"
Does this sound familiar to you? Files are increasing in size: Presentations, videos and the documentation of projects quickly exceed the size limits of standard e-mails. The result: workarounds, external tools, or insecure solutions.
File Transfer by MediaRunway lets you share files that are too large for emails:
Share Files without Detours Use the app to transfer large files directly through your own system - without any external platforms or additional tools. You remain in full control over where your data is stored and who is able to access it.
Security that Thinks Ahead Every file can be encrypted, password-protected, and made available only for a limited time. This ensures that sensitive content can be accessed only by the authorized persons and only for as long as necessary.
Full Control Instead of Shadow IT Whether in a project team, when communicating with customers or when handling sensitive documents: Instead of using insecure cloud services, use an integrated solution within your myApps environment – transparent and in compliance with GDPR.
Typical Scenario:
A customer would like you to send a comprehensive presentation with multiple files. Instead of splitting it up or sending the files via external services, you can create a secure download link with a password and expiration date. This allows you to hare files quickly and securely, directly from your system.
Available Now: V16 Beta 6 - Test the Latest Features!
Beta 6 for V16 is available now! Don’t miss the opportunity to test the latest functions exclusively before everyone else. Some highlights awaiting you are the Conference Scaler for scalable conference resources, the Connector for WhatsApp, the new document storage feature in the Connect App and incremental LDAP replication for more efficient processes in large installations.
What to Expect with Beta 6:
App IP:
App IP brings full PBX functionality to the innovaphone App Platform as an app service. Central communication functions are provided flexibly as an application and can be seamlessly integrated into modern IT environments. The solution runs on the Docker Container App Platform, for example, and combines the App Platform and PBX in a single system (container). This creates a compact and comprehensive solution that enables easy deployment, high scalability, and maximum flexibility for operating modern communication solutions.
App Platform Update – Security and Stability Improvements:
Kernel updated to version 6.12.74 (stability/security)
OpenSSL updated to version 3.6.1 (security)
Buildroot updated to version 2025.11 (new package versions)
PostgreSQL query planner optimized for SSDs/NVMEs
Added kernel tool “perf” (useful for app developers)
Conference Scaler:
The Conference Scaler is an app service that allows multiple conference interfaces to be operated in a cluster, enabling horizontal scaling of the infrastructure. The conference interface cluster can be flexibly reduced and expanded in size, and can be used in parallel by many small and large conferences without the need for explicit assignment of individual conference interfaces to specific conference objects. Interconnection in the cluster generates technical overhead, so that a conference interface in the cluster supports approximately 66% of the participants in standalone operation.
Connector for WhatsApp:
The innovaphone Connector for WhatsApp enables the use of the WhatsApp Business API in the innovaphone Connect App. Once the connector has been set up, incoming messages sent to the company’s WhatsApp numbers are automatically displayed in the desired channel within the Connect App, where the messages can be answered directly. The company can quickly be contacted by customers, offers fast services and creates a modern communication experience. With multiple WhatsApp numbers, inquiries on various topics are also posted within the appropriate channels and the responsible employees are immediately informed.
Documents:
Documents enables easy file sharing directly in Connect. Files can be uploaded using a button or drag-and-drop, and shared with other myApps users via a Connect message. Uploaded files can be edited by users and are updated automatically. Documents thus supports structured and transparent collaboration.
Incremental LDAP Replication:
Optimization of LDAP replication between PBXs through incremental replication
Write operations possible on all replication participants
MQTT Broker:
The innovaphone MQTT broker opens up a new area of communication, namely the world of IoT. With this, innovaphone provides a service that enables the seamless integration of MQTT-enabled devices into the innovaphone environment. The broker handles message processing between MQTT clients and offers a clear management interface. Features such as access list control and the connection of third-party brokers are supported. The client library can be used to develop apps with the MQTT protocol.
Projects:
The Projects App is now more organized and more secure: Sections can now be deleted and easily restored via a restore menu, if needed. After 100 days, deleted items are automatically and permanently removed. Only admins can delete areas, while other items can still be deleted by all users. Users can only see their own deleted items, while admins can see all relevant items. Also available: An onboarding tour that quickly explains the Projects App to new users. The onboarding tour is a great way to get started with Projects.
Working:
The latest version of the Working App links leave requests directly to the Connect App. When a request is submitted, a private Connect discussion is automatically created, involving the applicant, department manager, and HR. The messages remain visible only to these participants. Status changes such as “Approved” or “Rejected” as well as queries and approvals appear directly as responses in the same thread, and everything is clearly documented. The groups involved (e.g., HR) can be flexibly defined on the setup page and expanded at any time.
Your Feedback - A Valuable Contribution:
Please visit our innovaphone Community for more details on new features in the Beta phases, and to get in touch with other community members.
We look forward to your feedback!
2026-03-24 | Newsticker
Voxelis: Professional Voice Announcements Powered by AI – Quick and Easy
With Voconix, companies can quickly and easily create professional, multilingual voice announcements using AI. A broad selection of natural-sounding voices and royalty-free, commercially usable music ensures a modern and high-quality presentation.
2026-02-16 | Newsticker
Highlights of the Current Service Release V15r1 SR10
Dedicated Certificates for Services Replace innovaphone Wildcard Certificate
The previously used innovaphone wildcard certificate is no longer required and has been removed from the software. Dedicated certifiactes are now used for each service instead. This increases security and complies with current best practices in encryption and certificate management.
innovaphone PBX: Support for Version 16 Licenses in Compatibility Mode
Licenses of version 16 can be used even before the actual upgrade to version 16. This simplifies the preparation of updates and enables a gradual transition without interrupting ongoing operations.
WAN Fallback from Slave to Master for Name-Based Calls
For calls initiated via user name or contact name, a fallback from Slave to Master is automatically triggered in the event of WAN overload. This ensures connection stability also in distributed environments, even when WAN bandwidth reaches its limits.
SIP: Limiting the Number of Simultaneous Registrations during Failover
During failover, the number of simultaneous SIP registrations is limited. This prevents load peaks affecting network and systems, and ensures that large installations restart in a more stable and controllable manner.
New & Free of Charge: Two Apps – Endless Possibilities
Buttons App & Lunch App: Free of charge, open, customizable
What if you could not only use your applications in myApps, but also expand them according to your own needs? What’s best: No license fees, no black box, plenty of room for own ideas!
We would like to introduce two new innovaphone apps: Buttons and Lunch. You can use and customize these apps free of charge - including the source code. This expands our ecosystem to include a new category: License-free apps with open framework to which you can add your own functions and solutions.
Buttons App – Control IoT & Interfaces Directly in myApps
Turn on the lights, open doors, start machines, or trigger external systems: Buttons brings IoT devices and external interfaces directly into your myApps interface. Ideal for smart offices, industrial environments, or individual automation—and as a basis for your own integrations.
Plan your lunch, look at the menu, pre-order a meal: The Lunch App integrates the cafeteria directly into myApps. Employees can view meal plans, pre-order a meal, and organize their lunch quickly and conveniently without having to get in touch with anyone personally.
Apps with Source Code - Enough Room for Your Own Ideas
The Buttons and Lunch App do not require a license, and they are available with source code under MIT license. You can use, customize, and expand the apps, or use them as a basis for your own developments. In short: Build your own apps based on innovaphone.
2026-02-05 | Newsticker
NEW in the innovaphone App Store: XQv Recording by XQTING
An important contract is being discussed over the phone - weeks later, nobody remembers the exact details that had been discussed. Another situation: A meeting with a customer provides valuable insight that could be used for training input - if only there were a recording to recreate the situation.
XQv Recording by XQTING enables easy, secure and centralized recording of inbound and outbound calls. All calls are recorded automatically or manually, stored in a tamper-proof manner and made available in a modern user interface.
Advantages of XQv Recording:
Centralized management: All recordings are collected in one place - no need to look for anything
User-friendly: Intuitive interface for users, supervisors and administrators
Efficient evaluation: Fast search & filter options to quickly find relevant conversations
Legal security: The solution supports you with documentation and compliance requirements, e.g. in finance or healthcare
Whether for quality assurance, training, traceability or regulatory obligations – XQv Recording ensures that no word is lost and everything is reliably documented.
The 5th Beta phase of V16 has just been released! Get ready for exciting new features and improvements to enhance your user experience. Take a look at the latest developments and share your feedback with us!
What to Expect with Beta 5:
Conference Transcriptions:
The solution records a conference call, transcribes what is said and organizes the content to conveniently structure results and tasks in meeting minutes. All functions are directly accessible via the participant list of the Softphone App – from starting the transcription to creating the finished meeting post, which can be edited and posted directly in the Connect App. (You can freely choose which AI models to use.)
innovaphone IP270 - The myApps Phone:
The large 7-inch touch display combines telephony functions and apps directly on one device. Operating the phone is intuitive and user-friendly, without requiring an extra computer. The IP270 is ideal for everyone who still wants to use a conventional telephone, but with all functions of the myApps platform.
Ideal for Versatile Business Settings:
Video calls
Video conferences & virtual meetings
Switchboard
All apps are accessible on the display
Selected partners can now test the myApps phone IP270 at a 16r1 PBX.
Reconnect Calls for Seamless Handover & Roaming:
Phone calls remain connected without interruption when network conditions change. Calls remain active without requiring any intervention - when switching within the same network as well as switching between Wi-Fi, 5G or Ethernet, during PBX reboots or during brief service outage, for example while driving. This is of great advantage for mobile employees and commuters.
Screen Reader Support for Accessible Telephony: The Softphone 5 provides comprehensive screen reader support for our phone apps (Phone App, Softphone App, RCC App). The objective is to enable users with visual impairments to access our telephony solutions without restrictions - with clear screen reader output and full keyboard operability.
New Functions in the Switchboard App:
E-mail notification for callback requests during an active call: A callback request via e-mail can now be created during an active call. The e-mail contains pre-stored information on the call such as name, phone number and e-mail address of the caller (if available).
Improved search function with the Phone App / Softphone App: The search function has been optimized, and now corresponds to the search function of the Phone App & Softphone App.
More detailed display of search functions and BLF entries: Search results are now displayed with more detailed information. Details in the BLF entry have been expanded for you to find relevant information faster.
ECDSA Certificates: We are preparing our products for future security requirements with broad support for ECDSA certificates. Compared to RSA, ECDSA offers significantly shorter key lengths at higher security levels while simultaneously ensuring high encryption strength and efficient performance.
Your Feedback - A Valuable Contribution:
Please visit our innovaphone Community for more details on new features in the Beta phases, and to get in touch with other community members. Stay up to date with the hashtags #16r1#Beta We look forward to your feedback!
2026-01-22 | Newsticker
Highlights of the Current Service Release V15r1 SR9
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