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Wizzo · 01-30-2012, 02:33 PM

I'm thinking for $20 a year might be good for the home phone that I use maybe 4or5 times a month.

Evil1 · 01-30-2012, 02:34 PM

$30 a year now, but you get a free year when ya buy it. and buy a magicjack plus, you have to keep your computer on 24/7 with the older ones

brassmonkey · 01-30-2012, 02:43 PM

dont order it online

Evil Chris · 01-30-2012, 02:45 PM

I'm thinking about just dumping the home phone completely.

Kelli58 · 01-30-2012, 02:58 PM

I bought one of the old ones and it was the absolute work piece of crap ever. The reception was horrible, had to keep your computer on, the program would bog down or conflict with other things I was doing and crash all the time.

Aric · 01-30-2012, 03:00 PM

We just picked one up. Land line is being cancelled in the next couple of days.

Everyone in the family has a cell and rarely use the land line anyhow.

This one just plugs directly into the router (or optionally you can plug it into a computer).

So far it seems alright.

Evil1 · 01-30-2012, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Kelli58

I bought one of the old ones and it was the absolute work piece of crap ever. The reception was horrible, had to keep your computer on, the program would bog down or conflict with other things I was doing and crash all the time.

I've had the old one for over a year, works great only complaint is that damn incoming call popup, as if the fucking phone ringing didnt make what was going on obvious enough. Sounds like you need a new computer.. zero bog here.

Dwreck · 01-30-2012, 03:04 PM

NO issues with mine.. I just use it to call home.. not to receive calls

Wizzo · 01-30-2012, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Aric

We just picked one up. Land line is being cancelled in the next couple of days.

Everyone in the family has a cell and rarely use the land line anyhow.

That's us as well, I like my Vonage service but as much as we use it, thinking to go cheaper.

Axeman · 01-30-2012, 03:17 PM

I have had it for a couple years. Love it. Best to have a router with QOS ability as that helps a lot. The magicjack plus is ideal since it doesn't have to use your computer. You just plug into the wall and your router.

I had vonage before that, and MJ is far better reception for me and the person on the other end of the call. They all told me the MJ reception was way clearer.

O MARINA · 01-30-2012, 03:18 PM

Yeah I use it, it's good.

alias · 01-30-2012, 03:20 PM

MJ is ok but if you just want outgoing functionality Google phone has better quality connections and is free.

RyuLion · 01-30-2012, 03:54 PM

Really useful specially if you travel overseas to call the states.

st0ned · 01-30-2012, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelli58

I bought one of the old ones and it was the absolute work piece of crap ever. The reception was horrible, had to keep your computer on, the program would bog down or conflict with other things I was doing and crash all the time.

What a POS. Never worked right, annoying popups, etc etc etc.

Though you can't beat the yearly rate there are many reasons why it is so cheap IMO.

I, for one, will never use their shitty service again.

BIGTYMER · 01-30-2012, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by alias

MJ is ok but if you just want outgoing functionality Google phone has better quality connections and is free.

Google would be the last company I'd ever use for phone service. They have enough of my info already. Next they'll be monitoring my sleeping habits with Google Alarm Clock.

Christina T. · 01-30-2012, 04:35 PM

I love mine! no issues with reception either

raymor · 01-30-2012, 06:26 PM

Reviews say that while the actual VOIP service is good, there are some issues to consider.

Their customer service sucks. Better Business Bureau gives them an F grade.

During the setup process you have to be careful what you click to avoid accidentally being charged for additional stuff. Sneaky cross sales, in other words.

Many people object to their TOS, calling their software spyware.

When Boing reported on these concerns, MagicJack filed a baseless lawsuit to cost them money and intimidate them, according to the ruling. The court ruled that MagicJack knew the critism was true and they were not trying to win the lawsuit, just intimidate the media into not reporting on MagicJack's unethical behavior.

MagicJack was ordered to pay Boing $50,000 as a penalty for filing the bogus suit.

DBS.US · 01-30-2012, 07:23 PM

http://www.ripoffreport.com/Search/MagicJack.aspx

18teens · 01-30-2012, 11:37 PM

I tried it a few years and it fucking sucked. Maybe it has improved since then.

2MuchMark · 01-31-2012, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Evil Chris

I'm thinking about just dumping the home phone completely.

I wouldn't.

Even though your home phone is old analog technology, it is still the most reliable and best sounding system of phones ever. When I'm working I use Skype, as well as a hardware VOIP and Software VOIP, and of course my cellphone. For the most part everything works but there are always small annoying issues, and you may not have 911 service with VoIP or Magicjack and if you did, 911 might not be local to you. I would keep my home phone just for security sake.

Evil1 · 01-31-2012, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by **********

I wouldn't.

Even though your home phone is old analog technology, it is still the most reliable and best sounding system of phones ever. When I'm working I use Skype, as well as a hardware VOIP and Software VOIP, and of course my cellphone. For the most part everything works but there are always small annoying issues, and you may not have 911 service with VoIP or Magicjack and if you did, 911 might not be local to you. I would keep my home phone just for security sake.

$480/yr vs $30/yr + you can enter your address for 911.

facialfreak · 02-01-2012, 03:02 AM

I've been using a MagicJack at home now for 4 years ... and I've got my mother one, her boyfriend, my sister ... and they all LOVE IT!!

I use mine on a spare dedicated Pentium 4 box with 2GB of RAM ... have the computer set to prioritize BACKGROUND applications, set the virtual memory at 2536MB for both upper and lower limits, so Windows is not constantly trying to optimize the virtual memory, and TURNED OFF AUTOMATIC UPDATES!!! I also put the computer in the DMZ of my router.

I have not rebooted it since a power failure we had in the fall ... and my magicjack works awesome!

I've considered buying the new "MagicJack Plus" that plugs directly into the wall AC outlet and requires no computer, but to be honest, our hydro electricity is so cheap here, that having this computer on 24/7 is not a concern.

I use the MagicFeatures and SkyJack plugins, and have access to all my call logs by using the computer too, so I am really in no hurry to upgrade.

**FOR THE GUY WHO SAID HE HATES THE POPUP WINDOW** Check the page linked above - the MagicSilence plugin will solve the popup window when you receive a call.

By my own estimates, I save well over $1000 per year using MagicJack as opposed to a POTS phone line ... and yes I used to have vonage ... this costs the same for a year pretty much as what Vonage was costing me monthly, and to be honest, MagicJack's call quality is much better than Vonage. Every 20 or so calls with Vonage I would get an annoying echo, or noise on the line. Sure hanging up and calling back solved it 9 out of ten times, but it was an annoyance I do not have with MJ ...

I absolutely without any doubts highly recommend MagicJack! My entire family are happy customers!

facialfreak · 02-01-2012, 03:16 AM

Mark ... MagicJack has full 911 services for at least 3 years now - even in Canada!

dave90210 · 02-01-2012, 03:29 AM

It's good for personally use but I wouldn't use it for a business! If you don't answer it says magic jack customer is not available right now, not good for business!

facialfreak · 02-01-2012, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by dave90210

It's good for personally use but I wouldn't use it for a business! If you don't answer it says magic jack customer is not available right now, not good for business!

^^^ that's only if you do not change your VM greeting Dave ...

Go into the VM admin, and "change TEMPORARY greeting"

The music on hold is actually a nice touch for business ..

ruff · 02-01-2012, 05:15 AM

I've used MJ for years, but kept it on a spare computer. When MJ+ became available a while back, I bought one. Picked up a Vtech phone at Target, plugged it in my router and it works perfect. Best bang for your buck in home phones.

ClickSniper · 02-01-2012, 01:22 PM

I've never used it myself, but have several friends that have been using for years and they LOVE it!! From what I've heard, it's definitely worth it. I should do so myself actually. Thanks for bringing this up!

pornsprite · 02-01-2012, 03:24 PM

We have relatives in the PI and they have internet cafes so my wife talks to them on one all time. My business phone is MJ too. No problems unless I am talking to my doctors office but it doesn't matter which phone I use with them.

JFK · 02-01-2012, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Christina T.

I love mine! no issues with reception either

must be your Magic Touch

Django · 02-01-2012, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BIGTYMER

Google would be the last company I'd ever use for phone service. They have enough of my info already. Next they'll be monitoring my sleeping habits with Google Alarm Clock.

baryl · 02-01-2012, 05:36 PM

If you like spyware on your pc and paying for it, have fun.
Magicjack is total spyware, it's right there in their EULA that nobody reads.

medicatedghost · 02-01-2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Wizzo

I'm thinking for $20 a year might be good for the home phone that I use maybe 4or5 times a month.

I've been using the jack for two years now. You cant beat it. I used to use it as voicemail only cuz you could get emails sent to you when a message was left. I'm not the type to leave it running on the pc 247.

Now I'll use it to make calls when I know Im gonna be a long time and dont want to use my minutes on the cell. plus the cell can cut out (f-ing ATT).

The call quality is good - I have even faxed from it. and these days they got a jack that doesnt need a pc anymore - plugs into an ac socket and voila - phone service. OK that ones more expensive but if you want to have incoming calls 247 70 bucks your first year still blows away anyone else.

my 2 cents
M.Ghost

Chosen · 02-02-2012, 06:03 AM

I don't

facialfreak · 02-02-2012, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by baryl

If you like spyware on your pc and paying for it, have fun.
Magicjack is total spyware, it's right there in their EULA that nobody reads.

YOU ARE WRONG

I make a living removing spyware from computers every day, and MJ is not spyware ... It calls out to the MJ servers quite often .... but this is what ensures you have a dedicated connection to the server, so that you can receive calls in real time

MJ servers are:
ww4.magicjack.com
ww5.magicjack.com
ww6.magicjack.com
ww7.magicjack.com
ww8.magicjack.com

I dont know what you are trying to imply .. but MJ is not any type of Malware.

LiveDose · 02-02-2012, 10:44 PM

I have one but just use the forwarding. Setup a great vanity # when I initially registered. When I have used it to make calls voice quality was very clear and I had no issues. I would use it more but I live on my cell phones these days.

brassmonkey · 02-02-2012, 10:50 PM

magic jack plus you dont need internet just plug it into a router

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01-30-2012, 02:34 PM	#2
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01-30-2012, 02:58 PM	#5
Kelli58 Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 2,082	I bought one of the old ones and it was the absolute work piece of crap ever. The reception was horrible, had to keep your computer on, the program would bog down or conflict with other things I was doing and crash all the time. __________________ Kandy AI 🍭🍬 Take a bite out of censorship 🍭🍬 We believe in empowering adults to use AI as they see fit. 👉 Get AI to write your scene descriptions for you 👈

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Aric Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,209	We just picked one up. Land line is being cancelled in the next couple of days. Everyone in the family has a cell and rarely use the land line anyhow. This one just plugs directly into the router (or optionally you can plug it into a computer). So far it seems alright. __________________ Awesome cloud hosting by DigitalOcean

01-30-2012, 03:04 PM	#8
Dwreck Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,362	NO issues with mine.. I just use it to call home.. not to receive calls __________________ Derek Dwreck Smout Program Manager Icq 165976549 Skype derekthomassmout

01-30-2012, 03:17 PM	#10
Axeman Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Swamp Posts: 5,201	I have had it for a couple years. Love it. Best to have a router with QOS ability as that helps a lot. The magicjack plus is ideal since it doesn't have to use your computer. You just plug into the wall and your router. I had vonage before that, and MJ is far better reception for me and the person on the other end of the call. They all told me the MJ reception was way clearer. __________________ XXXRewards - Karups - Boyfun - Jawked. Paying on time since 1997. Contact me at brent [at] xxxrewards.com

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01-30-2012, 03:20 PM	#12
alias aliasx Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 19,010	MJ is ok but if you just want outgoing functionality Google phone has better quality connections and is free. __________________ https://porncorporation.com

01-30-2012, 03:54 PM	#13
RyuLion ClubDomCash.com Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: San Diego Posts: 32,184	Really useful specially if you travel overseas to call the states. __________________ Adult Biz Consultant A tech head since 1995

01-30-2012, 04:35 PM	#16
Christina T. Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 196	I love mine! no issues with reception either __________________ just a naughty girl who LOVES making money on the Interweb!

01-30-2012, 06:26 PM	#17
raymor Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 3,745	Reviews say that while the actual VOIP service is good, there are some issues to consider. Their customer service sucks. Better Business Bureau gives them an F grade. During the setup process you have to be careful what you click to avoid accidentally being charged for additional stuff. Sneaky cross sales, in other words. Many people object to their TOS, calling their software spyware. When Boing reported on these concerns, MagicJack filed a baseless lawsuit to cost them money and intimidate them, according to the ruling. The court ruled that MagicJack knew the critism was true and they were not trying to win the lawsuit, just intimidate the media into not reporting on MagicJack's unethical behavior. MagicJack was ordered to pay Boing $50,000 as a penalty for filing the bogus suit. Last edited by raymor; 01-30-2012 at 06:28 PM..

01-30-2012, 07:23 PM	#18
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01-30-2012, 11:37 PM	#19
18teens Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,605	I tried it a few years and it fucking sucked. Maybe it has improved since then.

02-01-2012, 03:02 AM	#22
facialfreak Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Montreal Posts: 3,018	I've been using a MagicJack at home now for 4 years ... and I've got my mother one, her boyfriend, my sister ... and they all LOVE IT!! I use mine on a spare dedicated Pentium 4 box with 2GB of RAM ... have the computer set to prioritize BACKGROUND applications, set the virtual memory at 2536MB for both upper and lower limits, so Windows is not constantly trying to optimize the virtual memory, and TURNED OFF AUTOMATIC UPDATES!!! I also put the computer in the DMZ of my router. I have not rebooted it since a power failure we had in the fall ... and my magicjack works awesome! I've considered buying the new "MagicJack Plus" that plugs directly into the wall AC outlet and requires no computer, but to be honest, our hydro electricity is so cheap here, that having this computer on 24/7 is not a concern. I use the MagicFeatures and SkyJack plugins, and have access to all my call logs by using the computer too, so I am really in no hurry to upgrade. FOR THE GUY WHO SAID HE HATES THE POPUP WINDOW Check the page linked above - the MagicSilence plugin will solve the popup window when you receive a call. By my own estimates, I save well over $1000 per year using MagicJack as opposed to a POTS phone line ... and yes I used to have vonage ... this costs the same for a year pretty much as what Vonage was costing me monthly, and to be honest, MagicJack's call quality is much better than Vonage. Every 20 or so calls with Vonage I would get an annoying echo, or noise on the line. Sure hanging up and calling back solved it 9 out of ten times, but it was an annoyance I do not have with MJ ... I absolutely without any doubts highly recommend MagicJack! My entire family are happy customers! __________________ Managed Shared Hosting starting at $4.99/mo Managed VPS starting at $29.99/mo Last edited by facialfreak; 02-01-2012 at 03:12 AM..

02-01-2012, 03:16 AM	#23
facialfreak Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Montreal Posts: 3,018	Mark ... MagicJack has full 911 services for at least 3 years now - even in Canada! __________________ Managed Shared Hosting starting at $4.99/mo Managed VPS starting at $29.99/mo

02-01-2012, 03:29 AM	#24
dave90210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,745	It's good for personally use but I wouldn't use it for a business! If you don't answer it says magic jack customer is not available right now, not good for business!

02-01-2012, 05:15 AM	#26
ruff I have a plan B Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Seattle - Miami - St Kitts Posts: 5,501	I've used MJ for years, but kept it on a spare computer. When MJ+ became available a while back, I bought one. Picked up a Vtech phone at Target, plugged it in my router and it works perfect. Best bang for your buck in home phones. __________________ CryptoFeeds

02-01-2012, 01:22 PM	#27
ClickSniper Registered User Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Toronto, ON Canada Posts: 22	I've never used it myself, but have several friends that have been using for years and they LOVE it!! From what I've heard, it's definitely worth it. I should do so myself actually. Thanks for bringing this up! __________________ E-Mail: [email protected] ICQ: 604-490-934 \| Skype: DirtyHipsterMedia

02-01-2012, 03:24 PM	#28
pornsprite Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 1,643	We have relatives in the PI and they have internet cafes so my wife talks to them on one all time. My business phone is MJ too. No problems unless I am talking to my doctors office but it doesn't matter which phone I use with them. __________________ Go Fuck Yourself

02-01-2012, 05:36 PM	#31
baryl Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,086	If you like spyware on your pc and paying for it, have fun. Magicjack is total spyware, it's right there in their EULA that nobody reads. Last edited by baryl; 02-01-2012 at 05:37 PM..

02-02-2012, 06:03 AM	#33
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02-02-2012, 10:44 PM	#35
LiveDose Show Yer Tits! Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Somewhere Out there... Posts: 25,792	I have one but just use the forwarding. Setup a great vanity # when I initially registered. When I have used it to make calls voice quality was very clear and I had no issues. I would use it more but I live on my cell phones these days. __________________ Scammer Alert: acer19 acer [email protected] [email protected] Money stolen using PayPal

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