VoIP Review

VoIP Review: Vonage And AT&T

VoIP which stands for Voice over Internet Protocol is a phone service connection that uses the internet in order to connect two calling parties. To use it, a VoIP adapter and internet connection is a must. However, since almost all homes and establishment are already connected to the internet, making use of this wired connection is the backbone why VoIP calls have lower rates when compared to traditional telephones.

In the US today, many telephone and internet providers are competing with each other in getting as many homes equipped with VoIP as possible. Most of these companies offer bundle packages where internet connection and VoIP telephone connection are given for a very small fee. The top two competing companies in the US today are Vonage and AT&T. Let’s talk about the differences and similarities of what these two companies are offering in this VoIP review.

*Monthly Subscription*
Vonage offers a monthly subscription fee of $14.99 for the first 6months of signing up. Then the rate will increase to the regular fee of $25.99 a month. AT&T U-verse Voice offers their service for a monthly fee of $35. This is higher than Vonage but because of the greater service. AT&T U-verse Voice also caters mostly to small business and enterprise VoIP client.

*Minutes of Free Local and International Calls*
Vonage offers unlimited local and long distance calls to over 60 countries. AT&T U-verse Voice offers the same unlimited local and long distance call rates, but limited only to US, Canada and Puerto Rico. If the $35 per month subscription is too much for you, AT&T U-verse Voice also offers a lower rate of $25 for 250minutes long distance call to the countries mentioned above.

*Clarity of lines*
Both Vonage and AT&T U-verse Voice offers clear and quality lines for your local and international calls.

*Added Service*
Added service like call waiting, voice mails and call forwarding are included on subscriptions to either of the two companies.

*Bundle Rates*
Vonage and AT&T U-verse Voice both offer bundle rates, wherein special telephone features can be added to your VoIP line for a very minimal fee. For the complete bundle rates check out Vonage’s site and AT&T U-verse Voice.

*Value for Money*
If you have friends or relatives living in Asia or Europe, it is best to get Vonage VoIP subscription as they offer free calls to these areas. But if most of your calls are within North America and is thinking of putting up a small business, AT&T U-verse Voice is the best for you.

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VoIP And Wifi

A great advantage of the VoIP phone system is that it will enable you to place free phone calls to anyone around the world as long as the person you are calling is also subscribed to the same VoIP service provider you are subscribed in. This can be very convenient. Also, since the data is transmitted through the internet, calls to conventional land line phones, mobile phones, and other VoIP service provider subscriber is much cheaper. This VoIP review will also tell you about wifi.

There are also wireless VoIP where you will need a WiFi phone system hooked up in your home. What this does is it enables you to call anywhere you are as long as there is a WiFi signal in your area. This means that VoIP can also act as a mobile phone.

WiFi VoIP phones are very much in demand by many people today. This is because you don’t have to hook up your VoIP phone system in the internet in order for you to place a call. All you need is to bring your VoIP phone anywhere in the world and look for a WiFi signal to place your calls.

If WiFi broadband or high speed internet service in your area is available, you can also get a wireless VoIP phone system. Imagine, with this phone, not only will you be able to call someone for free or at a very low cost, but you can also call wherever you are as long as there is a WiFi signal.

WiFi is one of the most popular technologies available today. VoIP is now taking advantage of this technology for you to be able to have much more convenience when placing a call.

In order to maximize its features, you have to look for a WiFi VoIP service provider that many of your acquaintances are also subscribed in. By subscribing in this kind of VoIP service provider, you will be able to place free calls to your family and friends. You will also be sure of the quality of its services because more people are subscribed in this VoIP service provider.

So, if you want free phone features that conventional phone lines charges extra from, you should consider getting a VoIP phone system. This will enable you to take advantage of the extra features for free.

You will also be able to save a lot of money from placing long distance calls. With VoIP, you will never have to count the number of minutes again, knowing that long distance calls are so affordable.

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