March 6th, 2010
Is there a difference between the 2? I know Skype is only $29.95 a year while Vonage is $25 a month. There is a big difference in price? Which one can replaces a landline phone and be reliable as a landline phone?
I have a Skype and a Vonage service and although I use them both for making calls, the difference is quite obvious! They differ much in prices because they also vary in the services. Skype is also internet based calling but it is software installed on your phone, and it still relies on your computer, whereas the Vonage service is hardware or a hard phone connected to the internet. So basically, hardware is different from software. If the Skype software is not compatible on your PC, it certainly will not work out.
Vonage phone adapter is virtually compatible to any phone there is. And with the price difference, also comes with the type of service. Though it’s a cheaper service, Skype needs a PC to work out and an internet connection. While Vonage only needs your phone and internet connection. Just plug it in. No more complicated software installations. You can make calls elsewhere without ever thinking the processing speed of your computer. Less complications, less hassles means more calls.
The modernization of telephone service–driven by Vonage and hundreds of competitors, is slowly transforming voice communications as we know it. Your preference may vary but take it from me, Vonage is still the most cost effective and innovative way to reach out to your loved ones.
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March 4th, 2010
I already have an existing phone and I want Vonage on my phone. I heard it is like 25 dollars a month. What are the features that they include and are there any other hidden fees? Is it true that they are the cheapest?
Even though they are not the cheapest VoIP in the market, Vonage offers a lot of features which is not found from its competitors. The best way for you to have all the information you need is to go to their website at http://vonage-promotions.com/. You can ask question and view related questions in their FAQ’s. Here are some of the Vonage features you’ll surely enjoy. At 25 dollars a month you all get:
Ring Lists
Voicemail Plus
Call Transfer
Click-2-Call
Caller ID with Name
Call Forwarding
Caller ID Block
Call Waiting
Area Code Selection
3-Way Calling
Call Return
Call Hunt
In-Network Calls
Repeat Dialing
511 Traveler Information
International Call Block
311 Dialing
V-Access
Vonage V-Forecast
Vonage Moves With You
Of course, there are a lot of other features and other great stuffs a telephone service can offer. Vonage is not a telephone company but an all inclusive telephone service on a top level marketing material. It does not work like a typical phone that passes through copper wire. It instead uses the technology of routing your calls using the speed of your broadband internet. This technological innovation bypasses the limitation of traditional phone that charges long distance call: Vonage does not have a long distance call. Vonage is all in. Just purchase the necessary equipment and plug it to your phone. That’s all you need.
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February 23rd, 2010
I’m thinking about switching to Vonage for my home phone service? I’ve read that the quality of the sound isn’t all that good. But I’ve also read that it is on par with regular copper wire phone service?
It works fine in terms of voice quality however there are instances when the service stops due to internet connection and then you got to trouble shoot and all. I think that the voice quality from the voice data traveling over the internet would not be really good because they have to go far distances and as they go they lose their quality. You might as well go to your phone and check it rather than turning on your computer, connecting to the internet and then checking your voice mail. There’s also this scenario where the satellite could fail and that means the service is gone and a lot of other things. The sound may break up if you are not near the base, say within 20 feet, if you are not near the base.
But in totality, the service is as good as your internet connection. If you have problems like static background and gargling-like audio, you might think like changing your ISP and compare the results. Anyway Vonage has great features like if the net goes down, it automatically forwards all your call to your mobile phone until service is back on. And on top of that you don’t have to worry about long distance either. One thing you need to be making sure is you set up the 911 dialing properly.
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February 23rd, 2010
I am wondering why I keep losing my internet connection from time to time using the Vonage system. What could be the source of the problem? How can I keep the connection without the problem to keep resetting and unplugging the Vonage adapter?
There are a lot of reasons and factors that affect the connection outage once you plug in the Vonage Adapter. But it is not always that only when using Vonage you’ll be having those connection problems. Some ISP’s or Internet Service Provider will tend to delegate the internet connection to some degree that it will be available to all users, especially those that need it most. It is not Vonage that keeps cutting your internet connection. Go check first with your ISP and then go to your Vonage account. If you are downloading some files like music and movies, better pause that first or stop them momentarily and check your connection. But it would be better that while you are using Vonage. The best thing with Vonage is that it allows you to reduce the amount of bandwidth it uses.
There are also other factors to be considered. Check everything first. Are you losing the total connection or just the Vonage connection? Maybe you have wireless issues. Are you using Wireless-G/N Router? Are you using cordless phones? – You can also check the equipment like if you have corded or cordless phones (1.9/2.4/5.8 GHz phones).
It will help you if you check first the service and the equipment configuration so can arrive in complete and detailed solutions in diagnosing the connection problems that you are experiencing.
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February 23rd, 2010
When looking for the best VoIP service and the best value for money, what is the most I can have for $25 a month? With unlimited calls all over the world and added benefits such as 24/7 access to your billing information using your online account and quick access to local emergency services with its 911 dialing feature. What is the bets service there is? I have found this perks form Vonage. Vonage routes your phone calls over the Internet using Voice over Internet Protocol, rather than telephone lines. All you need is a standard phone, a high speed internet access and a Vonage Phone adapter and you’re all set. Setting up is very easy and in no time you will have unlimited time calling.
Here’s how it works:
The Vonage Phone adapter can connect up to 2 Vonage lines through your pre-existing high-speed Cable or DSL Internet connection and includes a VoIP networking router. It’s great for all your phone and routing needs. Just plug it into your existing broadband connection and use the two standard telephone jacks to connect your existing phones or fax machine. It has a user friendly LCD display with caller ID and call timer. All you need to do is just plug in the power supply, plug in your phone, and connect it to your broadband line. You’ll hear a dial tone and be ready to make calls in minutes. What’s more, this Vonage V-Portal or the phone adapter is lightweight and portable. You can carry this anywhere. Just plug it in any internet connection and connect a phone and make calls all you want.
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February 21st, 2010
My best friend and I have used Vonage for almost 3 years and we are very happy with it, thanks to its great features.
The basic rate for the first line is only $25. Each additional line is only $10 more, which is very cost-effective. I have been very satisfied with this VoIP provider. Here are some advantages that stand out:
First of all, the sound quality is excellent. Before I got the service, I wondered how the sound quality was going to compare to other phone services. My friends told me that I sounded garbled when i called them. This may be because of issues with my old router, which I replaced 11 months ago. I have not had any issues since then.
With Vonage, I believe the quality of the call is better than a land-based phone line. The sound of my voice is distinct even with talking or TV noise in the background. I can call my friends abroad…they no longer sound a miles away due to intermittent signal or signal loss. I never get a bad connection now and sometimes, in those rare occasions I get static in the afternoon in Egypt, but I believe that the problem is their telecommunication company.
If you have friends abroad, I believe that this service is a must-have.
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January 30th, 2010
I was talking with my uncle on the phone last weekend. He lives in a fairly remote part of Arizona. During the course of our conversation he asked me if his internet connection would support Vonage, after all, your internet providers service is likely subpar if you live in the boonies.
I decided to do a little research. First I had him run a free speed test at vonage-promotions.com/speedtest/. He said he was getting about 2 Mbps down and .5 Mbps up. I read up on what is recommended and found that the minimum Vonage requirement is 30 Kbps, BUT the recommended speed is 90 Kbps.
NOTE this is the upstream recommendation. Downstream means data coming to your computer from a server and upstream is how fast data can go from your computer a server. Uploading is typically slower than downloading, so pay close attention when running your speedtest. In short, most DSL or cable internet connections will work fine with Vonage. If your still using dial-up for some reason, upgrade you internet connection before trying Vonage.
In the end, I told my uncle that Vonage should work well with his internet service and to give it a try.
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December 29th, 2009
Hello all, a new year is upon us once more and it’s that time where we all start thinking of new year’s resolutions. How’d that go for everybody last year by the way? If you’re anything like me, you did great . . . til the end of January at least! With the difficult financial times lurking, no doubt many of you, like me, will set a goal to be more frugal spenders.
Fortunately for everyone, being more frugal does not always have to be painful. Saving money means a lot more than simply penny pinching and denying yourself of every last thing you want. In a nutshell, the way I see it, being frugal means spending your money wisely. Last year my wife and I switched from a regular land line to VoIP. We saved about $30 a month and made a lot more calls than usual. Guess what, it was easy as heck to do it all year, unlike many resolution plans. I just spent the money we saved this year on a beautiful vintage guitar. So you see, frugality doesn’t mean not spending any money. It means saving where possible so you have money to spend! Even better, you don’t have to feel guilty when you do!
This year Vonage will help families all over the place get a little closer to achieving their financial goals. Saving over $300 a year goes a long way! It’s rare to find more-for-less products and services these days, especially ones that will help you achieve your goals. So sign up for Vonage as you prepare this year’s resolutions. And above all, have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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December 19th, 2009
Several months ago I wrote about an evil cell phone carrier. In a nut shell I went over my minutes (only time I ever did) and they charged me an extra $70. To get the specifics you can read my post Cell Phones vs. VoIP.
Well it has been a while since that incident and I thought I’d give a quick follow up. My wife and I got VoIP installed quickly after. I mean, you really can’t beat unlimited calls for $24.99/month. We also switched cell phone carriers out of ire. Guess how many problems we’ve had with VoIP so far. Zero.
As a matter of fact, since we make so many calls from home as opposed to on the run, we were able to downsize our cell phone plan. Now between the two of us, we’re only using about 300 minutes a month on our cells. VoIP has allowed us to significantly cut down our phone bills.
I highly recommend getting a Vonage home line to anybody that want to cut down cell phone usage. It saves a lot of money and hassle with robotic cell phone carrier customer representatives.
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December 14th, 2009
Vonage has hit the news already this week with the announcement of being United Kingdom’s ‘Best Consumer VoIP Service’. The award came from the Internet Telephone Service Provider Association Awards on Monday.
It’s not really surprising that Vonage took the gold. The thriving VoIP company has managed to maintain their current prices for years while continually expanding upon and creating new features. $24.99 will now carry you farther than ever with free calls to many countries all over the world.
About receiving the award, Vonage said, “What we’ve shown is that for a fair price, customers can receive a service that offers exceptional quality and clarity.” And that is exactly what Vonage does. Their service is crystal clear and the price is competitive with the bottom line low clarity VoIP companies. Congrats to Vonage for closing out 2009 with a bang!
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