Archive for July, 2009

Cheap International Voip Calls To India, Pakistan, Bangladesh From Localphone

Cheap International Voip Calls To India, Pakistan, Bangladesh From Localphone

Local phone was the winner of the cheap international call provider in the year 2008 at many VOIP blogs. The service provider had once again reduced the rates for making voip calls to various destinations across the world such as India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

As is known by most of the people, a number of large telecom and VOIP service providers are moving towards a standard rate of one cent per minute for making calls to India while the rates for making calls to Pakistan are still ranging between 6 and 9 cents per minute. Although betamax services such as actiovoip, smartvoip, and jumblo are offering one of the cheapest calling rates for making calls to most of the Asian countries, these providers cannot be relied upon when it comes to the money part.

On the other hand, VOIP service providers such as Localphone continuously focus on providing quality service to the customers. If you do not believe it, you can take my words for it. I personally use the Localphone to make international calls. The VOIP blog has contributes a lot in improving the services of Localphone, in one way or the other. All comments that are posted on this blog are read by the employees of Localphone so that they are able to respond to the customer reactions by offering new features and offers.

The company offers its customers the local access numbers in various countries. Along with this, it also offers great VOIP services that can be used from anywhere across the globe. To be able to use their services, you just need to download their Localphone VOIP softphone. Alternately, you can also configure Localphone SIP settings on X-lite or your VOIP adapter.

Localphone has cut down the calling rates for the following countries. These are effective from 12:00 GMT (noon) on Monday 13th July. Localphone has slashes calling rates for the following countries. Calls to Bangladesh now cost 3.5¢ /min, calls to India are available at 2.5¢ /min, calls to Malaysia can be made at 1.4¢ /min, while the calls to New Zealand can be made at 16.0¢ /min. The calls to New Zeealnd are only available for mobile numbers. The call rates for Pakistan are available at 7.9¢ /min, to South African Mobiles at 10.9¢ /min, and calls to Thailand are available at 1.0¢ /min.

You can invite your friends to this network and can earn free calling minutes too.

If you are not using the services provided by one of the cheapest VOIP service provider LocalPhone, you are missing something.

Free-411, 1-800-FREE411, Free International Phone Calls, Free Voip Calls

Free-411, 1-800-FREE411, Free International Phone Calls, Free Voip Calls

The largest and the first free directory service of USA, 1-800-Free-411, has launched yet another service that allows the users to make free international calls from the USA. But the people residing out of USA need not lose their heart. Even they can make free international calls using 1-800-Free-411.

If you are in USA, you need to make a call to toll free number. The toll number is free when called from a landline while it is chargeable when called from a mobile. For each cal, you are allowed five minutes and you can make multiple calls. In order to make free calls, you need to dial 18003733411. An operator greets you with a welcome message.

Then, you are asked to select one of the free 411 services. Among the various options, the option for the free call is the last one. To select this option, you do not need to press any number. You simply need to speak FREE CALL into your phone. The voice message is read by the server and you are taken to the next step in the process. The next step is a free international call. Next, there is an ad for five seconds and after that you can dial your international number in the following format: country code + city code (if any) + phone number. The call is automatically connected without pressing a # or a *. The operator prompts you for the call connection and you are allowed to speak for five minutes.

If you are outside USA, you can use this service after learning about it from the VOIP blog. You must dial the toll free number using one of the free calls to USA services. One of the best service providers in this case is Yahoo Messenger – Voice. You can use this service provider to make unlimited toll free calls to any toll free numbers in USA. You can use this service from anywhere in the world. Also, you do not need to have a yahoo voice paid account.

To make free international call from outside USA using 1-800-Free-411, you just need to go to yahoo Messenger dial the toll free number. Your call is connected and you notice a prompt that tells you that there is no charge for the call. The operator greets you and you are required to follow the same steps as mentioned in the previous section. You are allowed to make multiple calls of five minutes. For this, you are required to listen to two short advertisements.

There is no upper limit for making free calls in a day. This service of free international calls is purely based on the advertisements and therefore you are all requested not to abuse or violate the system.

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Free Voip Phone, Voip Phone Service, Voip PBX From Sipgate

Free Voip Phone, Voip Phone Service, Voip PBX From Sipgate

After the launch of Google Voice in the market, another VOIP service provider by the name of SIPGate has also rolled out a new VOIP phone service. The two simultaneous launches may hurt the business model of the Skype. The following article tries to find out what SIPGate has to offer.
The SIPGate has launched the new VOIP Phone service with the brand name called SIPGate One. All a person needs to use this service is a broadband service and normal phone handset. There are no monthly charges, no set up fees and no monthly minimum charges associated with this new service. In fact SIPGate has much more to offer to the customers. Now, the Google Voice and Skype will really feel the need to rethink their business model. I am of the strong belief that Google Voice will come out with a new service that is very similar to SIPGate in next few days.

Some of the important features of SIPGate One Phone service are listed below.
The SIPGate One offers a free USA Number. In other words, SIPGate will offer One universal number for all your phones. The service is similar to the one provided by the Google Voice. The user gets a real geographic phone number. The number can be called from any phone worldwide and there are no charges for receiving calls on this number. Another feature is free fax and voicemail. A user can send Fax and receive voicemails without any charges. The services is offered free of cost. SIPGate has truly revolutionized the way a user would send a fax with easy to use templates and WYSIWYG interface. Fax service provided by SIPGate One requires an additional phone number at $2.50 per month as a phone number cannot double for calls and faxes. Voicemail feature that aloow users to forward their calls to voicemail with the online interface are included in the free SIPGate account.

The SIPGate One works on real phones. A user can now do away with the costly VOIP Phones. The SIPGate allows you to manage all your phones – be it your home phones, work phones, or mobile phones. A user can now set up all the different phones on the same account. All phones of the user will ring at the same time just like good old grandcentral and Google Voice. The heart and Brain of SIPGate One service is the communication Centre. This sleek web interface provided by the SIPGate One blows the user away with some great features. Google Voice can expect some real competition from this player.

A user can sign up for free and receive 200 free minutes during the first month of service. The user can record complete or parts of the calls. A user can morph the call ID. In other words, if the user calls from a mobile phone and the office phone is set as Caller ID, the service will that Caller ID to the caller. A user cannot, however make free calls using the SIPGate. A user is required to pay1.9ct per minute to make Calls to the U.S. and Canada.

The list of benefits is never ending as SIPGate offers Call Forwarding, Call Waiting, Transfer, Three-Way Calling and more. If you are unable to get a Google Voice., do not lose hope. Instead try registering for SIPGate.

Wifi Voip, Wimax Voip, Voip Over Wimax, Voip Over Wifi

Wifi Voip, Wimax Voip, Voip Over Wimax, Voip Over Wifi

The cities like San Francisco and are Philadelphia are investing in large-scale wireless networks to potentially blanket the cities and provide free wireless Internet access to all residents and visitors. The facilities will allow the visitors and the residents to surf the Internet from implausible locations such as parks, the bus, or even the beach.

The facility that makes it possible is technology of WiFi. WiFi is primarily used to create a Local Area Network or LAN that enables users within the network to connect wirelessly. The commonest use of Wi-Fi is primarily in Internet connectivity, but the technology is also used for closed-circuit business networking along with connecting consumer electronics, such as TVs and DVD players. The facility of WiFi allows Internet connectivity within a home or business at affordable rates and in an easy manner. Not only this, it also allows various commercial and service venues to provide wireless access to customers and the greater public. The access is however provided within a relatively small service area.

While the WiFi technology has proved to be largely successful in providing cheap wireless Internet service within close proximity to the WiFi access point, a new technology, WiMax, has also marked its presence in the market. The new technology could be used to expand the potential of wireless penetration and connection quality. Due to the similarity in the names of the two technologies, people often assume that WiMax is simply a more refined and more powerful form of WiFi. It is assumed to render WiFi irrelevant in the near future. This is partly true in the sense that WiMax provides wireless reception over significantly greater distances, and at higher broadband levels. On the other hand, the technology behind WiMax is significantly different from WiFi, as well as more costly. Most analysts agree to the fact that WiFi will continue to be the standard in the near future.

WiFi came to existence in Norway in 1991. It was originally designed for commercial cash register systems. It has grown so much that today it can provide wireless broadband access to any user who has wireless connectivity technology, or wireless adapter cards, within a small range. Typically, a WiFi signal can provide connectivity within a maximum range of 150 feet indoors and 300 feet outdoors.

In contrast to Wifi, WiMax serves several functions in wireless connectivity. It was largely created to provide the last-mile connectivity through broadband connection to homes as well as businesses. Instead of using fixed lines such as cable or telephone line to bring Internet access into a building, WiMax uses transmitters, such as cell-phone towers, to carry its signal. As againt the Wifi technology, WiMax technology does not require line-of-sight to the user. Therefore, it is possible for several subscribers to connect to a tower, even if it is blocked by trees or other buildings. This feature of WiMax makes it particularly useful and cost-effective for rural areas.

WiMax has a much greater range than WiFi. While engineers have stated that WiMax could have a range of up to 30 miles, field testsreports show a range radius of between four and eight miles.

WiMax also has some benefits over WiFi in terms of connection quality. When multiple users are connected to a WiFi access point, there are constant battles for connection and bandwidth. WiMax technology, however, secures each user with a constant allotment of broadband access.

WiMax is still in its infancy, and will need a significant boost in support and infrastructure before it gains any traction in the wireless market. WiFi, on the other hand, has already saturated a significant percentage of the wireless market, and it has proved both easy to use and cheap.

Lets see how this will effect on making free voip calls with Wifi or WiMax

Voip Technology, Voip Gadgets For Voip Software To make Free Voip Calls

Voip Technology, Voip Gadgets For Voip Software To make Free Voip Calls

Are you a VOIP user who is a gadget hound as well? If yes, here is some VOIP gadgets that includes phones, headsets, Web cams and more for the VOIP fanatics like you. These gadgets are designed to heighten all your experiences of VOIP. Most of the gadgets listed below were introduced during 2007-2008 and some of them are not yet available in the market. The list is based on extensive research and therefore there are no questionable products in the list. Most of the products are within average budget and will save you a lot of money.

A4Tech Internet Phone Keyboard is attached to the right side of a 19.6? x 8.2? x .6? high keyboard. Its ergo A-shaped layout prevents Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).

Wireless technology of ARIO Q-bean uses a unique adaptive frequency system to avoid conflicts with cordless phones, Bluetooth devices, WiFi routers or Microwave ovens. The features of BeyondTel’s Skype Mouse include a contact list, call list, call history, time and caller ID display on the screen. Blue Microphones’ Snowflake USB Microphone works well for podcasts and VoIP calls. boynq Notone Hands-Free Phone is the first PC speaker with a combined VoIP handset receiver and build-in microphone for hands-free calling. Brando USB Flexible Mini Webcam is compatible with ICQ, MSN, Skype and other chat and VOIP applications. CuPhone Echo-Free Adapter operates with Windows Vista, XP, 2000, ME, 98, MAC and Linux.

EasyVoIP Recorder records and stores Skype, Gtalk (Google Talk), VoipCheap, VoipStunt, VoipBuster, VoipBuster Pro, 12Voip, Yahoo Messenger, and the list is endless. Epoq EGP-WP98B Watch Phone believed to be the first wristwatch running Windows Mobile 5. fring is PC-independent and doesn’t require dedicated hardware or airtime. IGEL Elegance Monitor with VoIP has built-in powerful thin client, small desktop footprint and minimal wiring. iRiver Unit 2 works as audio, video, DVD player, DiVX player, CD player, FM Tuner, VoIP phone, and VoIP Video Phone. Laser VoIP Station with 6 Port USB Hub contains selectable dual audio outputs that instantly switch from speaker to headset and to allow conferencing through speaker and microphone. Lindy USB 2.0 to Audio Adapter facilitates adding sound capability to your notebook or desktop computers.

Linksys Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP is a Network Optimizer that ensures time-sensitive applications like online gaming and VoIP calls run smoothly and even prioritizes delivery of that data to its destination. Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset is wireless stereo headset designed specifically for Internet calling with a PC. magicJack cuts long-distance phone costs. Neiman Marcus Personal Video Phone allows you to add photos of people in your phonebook.

Symbio Cordless DECT phone and Internet Radio uses two key functionalities of a wireless DECT VoIP phone and an Internet radio. Tesco Stick Phone is very small in size and contains earphones, microphone, 1GB of storage and some VoIP software. Tux Droid functions as a remote control for your PC and a wireless VOIP phone. Urban Tool perCushion a cotton velvet pillow filled with foam core and connected with mobile wirelessly via Bluetooth. USB Ferris Wheel Phone Stand, VTech IS6110 Cordless Phone, and Zoom Switch are some of the other gadgets that heighten your VOIP experience.

RingCentral – Toll Free Numbers, Business Phone Numbers, Free Voip Calls

RingCentral – Toll Free Numbers, Business Phone Numbers, Free Voip Calls

A company named RingCentral offers a very useful VOIP services, Toll Free Numbers, Business Phone Numbers, Free Voip Calls. The company provides a web based VOIP service. The service is very useful for professionals and small businesses. The company offers free toll free numbers or a local number to its users. With the number provided by the company, the users can make and receive free VOIP calls. In the initial phase, a user gets a trial to make free VOIP calls to various destinations in the world. The businesses across the world can make use of this service and can drastically reduce their telephone bills and also improve their business image. Recently, the company has also expanded its services for the small Canadian business markets.

Ringcentral company offers its customers with a variety of features and benefits. Customers can avail these features and benefits to make free international calls. They can instantly get connected with their clients or business associates across the world. The company allows its customers to use a virtual phone system that is offered by the company. The virtual phone system provides the customers with 800 toll free numbers. At the same time, there is no hardware installation required. Neither is it required to download any software. This VOIP service is indeed a perfect solution for small businesses, mobile professional, and also the home offices. Various companies can use toll free numbers to make free VOIP calls.

Another feature of the company is its flexibility. Some people are of the belief that when it comes to flexible services and plans, RingCentral beats them all. With this feature, businesses can easily expand their operations by adding extensions for new employees; companies can now easily create departments and also connect to remote offices, if required. This is made possible by the company as this service can easily configure virtual phone systems to match with the needs f a company and its services.

Last but not the least is the Voicemail and Fax Options provided by the company. The company RingCentral allows users to get voicemail and fax messages directly to the user’s email mailbox or even a mobile phone. Users are also allowed to send faxes through the means of emails from the Web or their PC’s. The service is also available with features like call forwarding, call logs and many more other facilities for its customers.

The company, RingCentral also allows and enables other companies to add phone lines easily and efficiently. The new introduction of the company, DigitalLine works just like a regular phone. But instead of regular phone, the calls get placed through a high speed internet connection. In other words, users can now use their computers to make to make free VOIP calls across the world.

Free Pc To Mobile Calls And PC To PC Calls From MediaRing

Free Pc To Mobile Calls And PC To PC Calls From MediaRing

With the advancement of technology, the future of telecommunication seems bright. The advent of VOIP has replaced the traditional phones. The businesses and households around the world today embrace the benefits and feature that VOIP. VOIP offers numerous features and benefits to its users. In present times, the VOIP technologies contribute in bridging the gaps between various countries by offering the customers a wide range of services to choose from. VOIP is widely adopted by customers to make free VOIP calls to a number of destinations worldwide.

There are a lot of VOIP providers that offer the facility of free calls. Some providers may charge a monthly fee, while others may provide these facilities free of cost for a limited duration. They offer free services only on a trial basis. Whatever may be the reason for free services, the VOIP service offers a lot of advantages. One of the companies that allow free PC to PC Call to its customers is MediaRing. The company came into existence in the year 1993 and it has grown to the extent that today it is the leading VOIP provider in Asia.

Though there are many companies that offer such services, the main advantage of using this service is that the company offers an absolutely terrific call quality. The company allows its customers to make unlimited calls to all destinations in the world. Some of the other features of this company are include Pc to Mobile call, instant messaging, multi user conferencing, Mobile to Pc calls. PC to mobile calls allows customers to make PC to mobile calls at affordable rates. The rates charged by the company for this service are comparatively lower than those of competitors. Customers are allowed to make calls either on landline or mobile phone using this service. Instant messaging is another feature provided by the company that enables people to find out if their friends or colleagues are available online and vice versa. This is done through the presence of an indicator that allows users to view the people who are available online for chatting. Customers who are using this service can initiate conversations and send unlimited text messages to anyone in the world.

Third facility offered by the company to its users is Multi User Conferencing. This feature enables users to set up a conference call with maximum of five other users. The major benefit of this service is that it allows users to have combination of various online contacts. Through this service, any person can be reached on a landline or mobile phone. People can even use this service to make free PC to PC call and talk to their friends. The company is also planning to add another feature to its services. By availing this new facility, the users will be able to use their conventional landline numbers with their Media Ring Talk service. People across the world will be able to make free VOIP calls by using the new service that company is planning to start.

Media Ring Talk is a free service that offers its customers a variety of features and benefits. Users can simply sign up with the Website and avail the facility of making free PC to PC calls anywhere in the world.