[giraffe]

if we buy a skype phone in the UK before we leave are they compatible in NZ?

[ColeyNZ]

Only as long as you have an active TCP/IP connection.

Can't speak to compatibility of chargers.

[James 1077]

We have a Skype phone that we bought in the UK and it works perfectly. We bought a Phillips one which also works as a cordless DECT phone and can really recommend it.

The only issue is that it needs an adaptor for the charger but I can imagine you will have quite a few of these when you come over anyway!

[JandL]

To add, there is a new skype3 phone, do you mean that type of phone or just a standard USB type phone that acts as a microphone/headset with buttons type device?