Comments on: MagicJack vs. Vonage vs. Skype

By: Cindi Cicchelli

Cindi Cicchelli — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 22:02:47 +0000

I have a magic jack plus and use it outside the US. I live in the Caribbean and went to buy international minutes because some US numbers do not allow magic jack free calls but magic jack will not accept any payments with a US Visa card from an IP address outside the US. I then had my daughter log in for me and use my card from the US and the site said you cannot make any changes for 60 days. I emailed them and also chatted and all I get is a run around. So I am stuck. Any suggestions?

By: Bill B

Bill B — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:52:13 +0000

Magic Jack does not need a computer to be on to use. The new version has a direct internet port, a line out to your whole house feed and a USB power jack. No computer necessary.

And, I agree with the comments about those who are publishing deragotory things about them and their service because I think they’re afraid they can’t compete with the price and service offered by MagicJack. I’ve used them exclusively for six months on a whole house feed and have had very few problems at all. They’re inexpensive, reliable and, as far as I know, trustworthy. Comments like the first one on the list are probably from their competition who don’t want to have to compete on value.

By: Vic

Vic — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:05:57 +0000

folks, file a FCC complaint against MagicJack

https://esupport.fcc.gov/ccmsforms/form2000.action?form_type=2000B

Pls stop them from abusing even more unsuspected victims

MagicJack products are made by VocalTec Ltd
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By: Dave Cardwell

Dave Cardwell — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:41:59 +0000

Thanks for the comment Harley and I’m glad your happy.. but I think your missing the point here. You use Bell which costs you a monthly fee.. Now if your like most people who use provider service you spend from $300+ per year for absolutely no good reason. Lets face it..time passes quickly..LOL and before you know it 5 years has gone by. Now consider that while you have been happy with Bell.. countless numbers have been just as happy and they have an extra $1,440. to spend on themselves that you dont and they are just as happy.. At some point Harley you have to break the convenience trap and say no to corps who count on people like you.. Technically ..they could charge a whole lot less but dont.. Why ?.. because they can get away with it and you promote it.. Thats ok.. but ask yourself this.. Do you like being cheated with a smile.

By: Harley Jackman

Harley Jackman — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:22:18 +0000

I have used each of these services and they all seem to work pretty well. Personally I use Bell - Robson Street in Canada and they have great services.

By: Dave Cardwell

Dave Cardwell — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:52:30 +0000

Note that the cell phone is not apart of the magic jack use. Its a separate phone service. Contact your local vender as there are devices for recieving home calls on your cell phone or contact Magic Jack customer service to see if there is a way to take advantage of Magic Jack with your cell phone.

By: Dave Cardwell

Dave Cardwell — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:46:04 +0000

Cora the Magic Jack is designed for home and portable use. The Magic Jack original was designed to use the computer as the source of the internet connection while the new Magic Jack Plus is designed to both connect to the computer and directly to the home router. Either device will allow you to plug in a standard telephone into it. You can call cell phones or any number registered with phone service. If you call outside continental North America there are long distance charges. The rates are provided at the Magic Jack Website under the FAQ. For calls to cell phone service outside Continental North America expect a higher charge and this should be shown on the rates chart as well. Calls made from outside North America to North America are free. Calls made from a Magic Jack to a Magic Jack are free. Calls made from Magic Jack in North America to a number outside North America are not free.

By: Cora Cruz

Cora Cruz — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 14:01:36 +0000

I have a question. I frequently call the Philippines and I have read your comments and after reading all those comments I still don’t know which one to get. Can you recommend one that I can use with the home phone and our cell phones. Thank you