[real-eyes] Re: MagicJack.com, a Fun phone alternative

  • From: "Kelly Stanfield" <kstannfield@xxxxxxxxx>
  • To: <real-eyes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Mon, 3 Dec 2007 20:50:06 -0600

I haven't had a chance to get it and try it yet.

Kelly


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Brandie Young" <deaftaz@xxxxxxxxx>
To: <real-eyes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, December 03, 2007 4:08 PM
Subject: [real-eyes] Re: MagicJack.com, a Fun phone alternative


> hi reggy
>
> well, i download free program called NexTalk. it's for deaf and deafblind
> and hard of hearing. i believe that karen and kelly and tina jinkens is
> tyrign to do it too to see if work with jaws speech.
>
> it's  nextalk version 6.4.   also ther e has tty to tty, if you have 
> nextalk
> can call me thru tty, or if karen has her regular tty to call me thru
> nextalk too, if you call thru relay to give them my number  go thru my
> nextalk.
>
> you might wan to know more info go to:
>
> www.nextalk.net
>
> you might wan to play with nextalk when you are here at my apt tomorrow 
> can
> call mary crawford  with jaws speech work for you or not you can test it
> yourself with my own nextalk.
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Reginald George" <sgeorge@xxxxxxxxx>
> To: <real-eyes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Monday, December 03, 2007 7:27 AM
> Subject: [real-eyes] Re: MagicJack.com, a Fun phone alternative
>
>
>> How did you get this number Brandy?
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Brandie Young" <deaftaz@xxxxxxxxx>
>> To: <real-eyes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Monday, December 03, 2007 6:10 AM
>> Subject: [real-eyes] Re: MagicJack.com, a Fun phone alternative
>>
>>
>> hi
>>
>> i've set my own free toll number on my computer, i always called out of
>> the
>> country, i always called a friend of mine live in canadian and few hours
>> talk on the phone not cost me at all, i've my own 888 number on my
>> computer.
>> i got that since last  spring time. i did  called out of state i called
>> karen on the phone too.
>> when someone call me thru computer will pop up says calling. i've includ
>> caller id,  answer machine, auto forward to email, phonebook, video chat
>> and
>> text.
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Reginald George" <sgeorge@xxxxxxxxx>
>> To: <real-eyes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Monday, December 03, 2007 5:32 AM
>> Subject: [real-eyes] MagicJack.com, a Fun phone alternative
>>
>>
>>> I'm excited to be sharing this information with the list.  I've pulled
>>> the
>>> below information from their web site.  It's a private company that
>>> charges you $40 for the first year including what you need to plug any
>>> phone into your computer.  This device gives you, interestingly enough, 
>>> a
>>> phone number that supports enhanced 911 and caller ID, free voice mail,
>>> call waiting, three way calling,  and free incoming and outgoing calls
>>> across the US and Canada.  All these features are controled in the
>>> standard way from the phone you plug in.  Skype doesn't claim to replace
>>> your land line service  but, this company does for only $20 a year after
>>> the first year which is $40 because that includes the box that plugs 
>>> into
>>> a USB port on your computer.  I heard about this from a blind customer
>>> who's using it so I know it's accessible.
>>> Caller ID is supported.  This is in marked contrast to Skype who's 
>>> caller
>>> ID does not work.  The sound was every bit as good as any other phone
>>> I've
>>> tried and he reports very few dropped calls.  I'm ordering one now.  The
>>> site is Flash based but very accessible if poorly laid out.  I had to
>>> pull
>>> the below information from several different places including searching
>>> for some of it.  Apparently you don't choose your number till you set up
>>> the device.  They are adding many new numbers as of December 1st, but as
>>> of this writing there were no Kansas area codes that I could find on
>>> their
>>> list and no 816.  Vista users need to run the Magicjack fix on their web
>>> site at http://www.magicjack.com.  I'll report back further once I have
>>> it
>>> in hand.  I hope to demonstrate this at the Christmas party.  Anyone 
>>> else
>>> game?  I dare someone else to order one.  Free 30 day trial too.
>>> Reg
>>>
>>> magicJack
>>> Never Pay A Monthly Phone Bill Again!
>>>
>>> magicJack Questions and Answers
>>>
>>> magicIn
>>>
>>> Each magicJack includes a free phone number from one of many 
>>> metropolitan
>>> areas around the country. This number can receive free incoming calls
>>> from
>>> around
>>> the world.
>>>
>>> magicOut
>>>
>>> All US/Canada calls are free when using your magicJack. You can use your
>>> magicJack at home or at your business.
>>>
>>> Free Local & Long Distance Calling
>>>
>>> USA and Canada - You can use magicOut at home or at your business for
>>> free
>>> local and long distance calls.
>>>
>>> Free International Calling
>>>
>>> Take the magicJack with you when you travel to other countries. Call 
>>> back
>>> to the U.S. and Canada for FREE. Use the magicJack anywhere you find 
>>> high
>>> speed
>>> internet service.
>>>
>>> You may find that your greatest savings are where you call from another
>>> country to the US or Canada for FREE. Just make sure that your travel
>>> destinations
>>> have high speed internet access
>>> available. Most locations of
>>> Embassy Suites,  Hampton,  Hilton,  Holiday Inn offer FREE internet
>>> access.
>>>
>>> Free Voice Mail
>>>
>>> Simply install your magicJack and follow these directions:
>>>
>>> From your phone (that is plugged into your magicJack) dial your own
>>> number.
>>> -OR-  Click the Voice Mail button on your Softphone (the phone displayed
>>> on your computer screen).
>>> When you hear a voice, press the  Star Key
>>> When prompted, dial the default password 1234 on your phone or 
>>> Softphone.
>>> Please change your password once you've accessed your account.
>>> Follow the prompts to personalize your options.
>>> Free Call Waiting
>>>
>>> Use the flash button on your telephone to toggle between calls. If phone
>>> does not have a flash button just tap the button you normally use to
>>> "hang
>>> up"
>>> your phone.
>>>
>>> You can also use your computer mouse to toggle between calls by clicking
>>> on the number you choose.
>>>
>>> Three Way Calling
>>>
>>> This feature is available when you have 2 inbound calls.
>>>
>>> Press  Star Key + Star Key
>>> when you have 2 inbound calls to merge them.
>>> Pressing  Star Key + Star Key
>>> will  also put both calls on hold. Now press the flash button on your
>>> phone to speak only to the original first caller -OR- with your mouse
>>> pointer click
>>> on the number you wish to talk to on the softphone display.
>>> Enhanced 911 Service
>>>
>>> Each magicJack also includes 911 emergency telephone service for U.S.
>>> users. Dialing 911: is FREE and available anywhere in the United States
>>> and easy to activate when you plug in your magicJack.
>>> requires prior activation on your part by supplying your correct service
>>> address and updating your address if you use it at an alternate 
>>> location.
>>> will NOT function during a broadband or power disruption/outage, or if
>>> the
>>> magicJack is damaged or disabled. For these reasons, you should maintain
>>> an alternate
>>> means of dialing 911 and inform all users of your magicJack.
>>>
>>> Portable Contact List and Call LogsDo I have Caller ID with magicJack?
>>> Yes, magicJack will display the caller ID of the person calling you, and
>>> other parties with caller ID will see your telephone number when you 
>>> call
>>> them.
>>> What number or name will people see on their caller ID on a call from 
>>> me?
>>>
>>> People that you call will see your ten-digit magicJack telephone number
>>> on
>>> their call display.
>>>
>>>
>>> Create and store a copy of your contact list on your magicJack and take
>>> it
>>> with you for use on any computer. Your contact list, along with your 
>>> call
>>> logs
>>> will be saved securely on your magicJack. (Contact list and call logs 
>>> can
>>> be accessed without an Internet connection)
>>>
>>>
>>> Can I give my employees or children their own individual incoming and
>>> outgoing lines?
>>>
>>> Every magicJack comes with its own telephone number, and its own "line".
>>> You can use multiple magicJacks behind one router.
>>>
>>> What is the difference between magicJack and Skype?
>>> . magicJack is an easy-to-use device that allows you to use a regular
>>> telephone handset to make calls. Skype is a software program, and
>>> accessories must
>>> be purchase separately.
>>> . Skype must be installed on your computer, whereas magicJack's software
>>> runs automatically.
>>> . Skype uses a peer-to-peer network, whereas magicJack uses a dedicated
>>> telephone network.
>>> Expand What is the difference between magicJack and traditional VOIP
>>> carriers?
>>>
>>> . many other VoIP carriers do not have dedicated telephone networks, and
>>> lease this service from other companies. This can result in higher costs
>>> and poorer
>>> reliability. magicJack uses a dedicated telephone network.
>>> . magicJack comes with an easy-to-use device to allow you to use a
>>> regular
>>> telephone handset.
>>>
>>> Do I need a headset to use magicJack?
>>> No. You can use magicJack with either a regular telephone handset, or
>>> with
>>> a headset. You can also use both, and switch between the two.
>>> Expand How is the call quality on magicJack compared to a cell phone?
>>>
>>> Most users find the call quality of magicJack to be superior to that of 
>>> a
>>> cellular telephone, and to be comparable to a traditional telephone 
>>> call.
>>>
>>> Can magicJack replace my existing home phone service?
>>> Yes, it can. You get a regular telephone number, incoming and outgoing
>>> calls, and a host of "regular" features. You can use magicJack with your
>>> existing
>>> telephone as well.
>>>
>>> How fast is my connection time with a magicJack?
>>>
>>> Connection time with a magicJack call is comparible to a traditional
>>> phone
>>> call. If you call another magicJack user, the connection is almost
>>> instantaneous!
>>>
>>> What happens during a power outage?
>>>
>>> magicJack relies on power from your computer, as well as a broadband
>>> connection, so if your computer has no power then magicJack will not
>>> function. If your
>>> computer has a battery, such as a laptop, and you are using wireless
>>> broadband, then magicJack will continue to function during a power
>>> outage.
>>>
>>> Your voicemail and call forwarding will work in the event of a power
>>> outage.
>>>
>>>
>>> Is there a less expensive telephone service on the market?
>>> No! magicJack is the cheapest service available.
>>>
>>> Tell me what features come with my magicJack.
>>>
>>> Included with your magicJack cost of $39.95 are the following:
>>>
>>> 1. A phone number from one of many metropolitan areas around the country
>>> that can receive free incoming calls from around the world.
>>> 2. A license to use the magicJack to call the US and Canada for FREE
>>> during your first year of use.
>>> 3. A USB optional extension cord.
>>> 4. Free local and long distance calling to US and Canada.
>>> 5. Free International calling to US/Canada numbers when traveling 
>>> outside
>>> of the US.
>>>
>>> What number or name will people see on their caller ID on a call from 
>>> me?
>>>
>>> People that you call will see your ten-digit magicJack telephone number
>>> on
>>> their call display.
>>>
>>> Do I have traditional dial tone with magicJack?
>>> Yes, you will hear a traditional dial tone when you pickup your 
>>> telephone
>>> handset, or using your computer headset
>>>
>>> When can i exchange my magicJack number for a different one?
>>>
>>> You will be able to change your number in the near future. We will make
>>> an
>>> announcement on our website.
>>>
>>> Can I use my existing phone number as my magicJack number?
>>> Yes, but not yet.
>>>
>>> You will be able to transfer or port your existing phone number to
>>> magicJack, for a nominal fee, in the coming months.
>>>
>>> Can I get a "vanity" number?
>>> No. This feature is not available at this time.
>>> Can I request a specific area code for my new magicJack line?
>>> Yes. When you first plug in your magicJack, you will be able to select
>>> your area code.
>>>
>>> Will my new number be listed in the telephone directory?
>>> No, it will not be.
>>>
>>> Can I use magicJack in a Hotel or Motel?
>>> Yes, you usually can. Some hotels may block the connection however.
>>>
>>> Can I use magicJack to forward calls to my cell phone?
>>> Yes, you can. We will be releasing a user self-service portal shortly
>>> where you can set this up.
>>>
>>> Do I have to dial any extra numbers with magicJack?
>>>
>>> For long distance calls, simply dial the other party's 10-digit 
>>> telephone
>>> number. You may have to dial 10-digits for local calls in some areas.
>>>
>>>
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