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Packet8 Bringing VoIP To A New Level

Packet8 will soon be able to offer their VoIP sevices without needing an adapter. Packet8 teamed up with chip maker Legerity, Inc., to bring a phone-ready PC solution for PC OEM’s. This new solution will enable consumers to plug their analog phones directly to their pre-configured PC and accept VoIP calls. The Legerity adapter card and Packet8’s soon to be released Softalk, a SIP softphone will also give users better voice and video quality. This will help raise Packet8 service to a higher level and will give consumers with the Virtual Office package better service.

P2P Free Calls

Yes you can make free calls with a P2P (Peer to Peer) company such as Skype. All you need is a computer and head set microphone and another person who has Skype and a computer. Skype is an option if you don't make many phone calls and are just wanting to experiment with Internet phone service. I have recently used Skype and was surprised at its clarity, calls to other Skype users were better than a traditional phone or Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) and calls between a POTS line and Skype was a little lower in quality. Skype was recently bought by Ebay so expect to see huge changes here. Skype lets you make free calls over the Internet. It’s free to download and you can add on voicemail for a small fee.

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VoIP Services

VoIP Provider	Alta Broadband Rating	Home Plans Start @	Activat. Fee	Free Trial Period	Contract
SunRocket		$9.95	None	31 Day	None
Via:Talk		$12.95	$29.95	30 Day	None
Packet8		$19.95	$29.95	30 Day	None
Lingo		$7.95	$29.95	30 Day	None

Packet8 is a pioneer when it comes to VoIP. They have been working with the VoIP industry since 1989 and providing VoIP services since 2002. Packet8 was the first to bring E911 to the VoIP market. They are also the only VoIP provider offering the VideoPhone.

Unlimited Monthly Plan: $19.95 US and Canada
Unlimited VideoPhone Plan: $19.95 Mo., $149.95 VideoPhone purchase and 2yr. contract.
International Plan: $49.95 Unlimited or by the minute, rates vary according to country
Activation Costs: $29.95
Phone Adaptor Fee: None
No-Risk Trial: 31 Days
Cancellation Fee: $59.95 in first 12 months

Current Promotion: Unlimited plan $9.99 first 3 months with $19.99 savings on activation,$100 Instant Rebate Uniden VoIP phone system (includes VoIP base phone w/built in router and cordless handset)

SunRocket  is relatively new to the VoIP market having only started in 2004 but is growing fast and has added features that other carriers charge for such as Free extra number. The extra number can be used for family members who are long distance by chosing a number in their local calling area. They also have Bottom-Line Pricing, no hidden fees, taxes included price and were the first to offer 1 flat rate for 12 months.

Unlimited Monthly Plan: $24.95 Unlimited US and Canada or try their annual plan for $199 and get 3 months free
International Plan: By the minute, rates vary according to country
Activation Costs: None
Phone Adaptor Fee: None
No-Risk Trial: 31 Days
Cancellation Fee: None

Current Promotion:Free Cordless Uniden Phone Package

ViaTalk offers several billing cycles ranging from monthly to 2 years. Plans start out at a low rate of $12.95 for 500 minute limited. You will find ViaTalks live customer support to be quick at answering your call.

Unlimited Monthly Plan: $23.95 month or $18.95 month for a annual plan
International Plan: By the minute, rates vary according to country
Activation Costs: $29.95 Free with 12 and 24 month billing cycles
Phone Adaptor Fee: None
No-Risk Trial: 30 Days
Cancellation Fee: None

Current Promotion: 3 Months Free and Free Activation with Annual Plans or 6 months with a 2 year

Lingo Voice Over IP  is a wise choice if you call to Western Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Austria, Luxembourg, Vatican City, Norway, Portugal, and Spain.) because they are included in their Unlimited Plan. We have not tried this service out yet, but have been recommended by others who use it for the International calling.

Unlimited Monthly Plan: $21.95 Unlimited US, Canada and Western Europe
International Plan: $29.95 Mexico Unlimited, $34.95 Asia Unlimited, $49.95 International Unlimited
Activation Costs: $29.95
Phone Adaptor Fee: None
No-Risk Trial: 30 Days
Cancellation Fee: None

Current Promotion: First Month Free