Comments on: MagicJack To Be The New Skype? http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/ Deliciously Geeky... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:25:08 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: JoeAnne11 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-399378 JoeAnne11 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:44:27 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-399378 I would not spend my money on something like this honestly. With 50 euros I talk one year on my phone in my country, for as long as I want. You might think I'm cheap but I'm not..I just learned how to save as much as possible by following an <a rel="follow" href="http://projects.newsobserver.com/taking_stock/coupons_101_walgreens_easysaver_explained" rel="nofollow">easy saver program</a> a few months ago. I would not spend my money on something like this honestly. With 50 euros I talk one year on my phone in my country, for as long as I want. You might think I'm cheap but I'm not..I just learned how to save as much as possible by following an easy saver program a few months ago.

]]> By: pcphonesoft http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-398655 pcphonesoft Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:56:40 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-398655 MAGICJACK TIPS: HOW TO PLACE SKYPE CALLS WITH YOUR CORDLESS PHONE<br><br>Users of the magicJack can now enjoy the added benefits of Skype including video calling, conference calling and free Skype to Skype user calls worldwide.<br><br>A new Skype dual mode calling software plugin "SkyjackPlugin" for magicJack users has been released. The plugin allows magicJack and Skype calls to be placed concurrently from the same regular or cordless phone.<br><br>To place Skype calls just dial * before the number you want to call. Speed dial numbers are available for dialing other Skype users. Regular magicJack calls are placed as normal. For incoming calls, just answer the phone when it rings.<br><br>"SkyjackPlugin" can be downloaded at <a href="http://www.pcphonesoft.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.pcphonesoft.com</a> MAGICJACK TIPS: HOW TO PLACE SKYPE CALLS WITH YOUR CORDLESS PHONE

Users of the magicJack can now enjoy the added benefits of Skype including video calling, conference calling and free Skype to Skype user calls worldwide.

A new Skype dual mode calling software plugin “SkyjackPlugin” for magicJack users has been released. The plugin allows magicJack and Skype calls to be placed concurrently from the same regular or cordless phone.

To place Skype calls just dial * before the number you want to call. Speed dial numbers are available for dialing other Skype users. Regular magicJack calls are placed as normal. For incoming calls, just answer the phone when it rings.

“SkyjackPlugin” can be downloaded at http://www.pcphonesoft.com

]]> By: tamisecret http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-397752 tamisecret Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:32:33 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-397752 You know when you have incomming calls and they come up onn your TV set and tell you whse calling? Can that still work with MJ I hope so cuz thats a plus id hate to not have. Tami You know when you have incomming calls and they come up onn your TV set and tell you whse calling? Can that still work with MJ I hope so cuz thats a plus id hate to not have. Tami

]]> By: sandyjohn5221948 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-397309 sandyjohn5221948 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:36:16 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-397309 I've had my MJ for over a year. In the beginning, I was ready to trash it! My computer is 5years old, but I never thought it was the computer's fault. My audio was terrible. I upgraded my ISP to "blazing fast," and it didn't make one bit of difference. I bought a powered plug in USB hub, and everything got much better. Then, I started having problems with a beeping sound, like someone was pushing phone buttons. When my year was up....I went to Radio Shack and purchased a new MJ and one year of service. I decided I had saved enough money from my phone bill over the past year to get a new computer. I got an HP with 2 dual processors and 8 gigs of memory. I can't remember what my processing speed is, but I think that is where the problem is with most people. I have a laptop that is less than a year old, and hooking the MJ up to it did not help with my problems. Processing speed means everything!!! My new computer cost me $679.00. My phone is absolutely perfect now. No audio problems, no beeping, no dropped calls. I have a slight delay on my end which causes some "talk over" problems, but that mostly involves my friend that never shuts up long enough for me to get a word in edge wise. I love my MJ and I plan on keeping this service forever. I take mine back and forth from my home to my lake house. People need to realize the need to reset the MJ once a month. Unplug the modem and router (if used) for a few minutes, and MJ will serve you well. I'm 61 years old and my husband is 65. If we can figure this thing out, others should have no problems. If anyone figures out the fix for the delay, let me know. That is my only concern! I've had my MJ for over a year. In the beginning, I was ready to trash it! My computer is 5years old, but I never thought it was the computer's fault. My audio was terrible. I upgraded my ISP to “blazing fast,” and it didn't make one bit of difference. I bought a powered plug in USB hub, and everything got much better. Then, I started having problems with a beeping sound, like someone was pushing phone buttons. When my year was up….I went to Radio Shack and purchased a new MJ and one year of service. I decided I had saved enough money from my phone bill over the past year to get a new computer. I got an HP with 2 dual processors and 8 gigs of memory. I can't remember what my processing speed is, but I think that is where the problem is with most people. I have a laptop that is less than a year old, and hooking the MJ up to it did not help with my problems. Processing speed means everything!!! My new computer cost me $679.00. My phone is absolutely perfect now. No audio problems, no beeping, no dropped calls. I have a slight delay on my end which causes some “talk over” problems, but that mostly involves my friend that never shuts up long enough for me to get a word in edge wise. I love my MJ and I plan on keeping this service forever. I take mine back and forth from my home to my lake house. People need to realize the need to reset the MJ once a month. Unplug the modem and router (if used) for a few minutes, and MJ will serve you well. I'm 61 years old and my husband is 65. If we can figure this thing out, others should have no problems. If anyone figures out the fix for the delay, let me know. That is my only concern!

]]> By: Kristy http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-396126 Kristy Wed, 29 Apr 2009 01:36:17 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-396126 I live in Honduras and I use Magic Jack, and it rocks, the best 40$ i spent in my life, has a clear voice and its really fast and easy to use, I'm sad cause I live in Honduras and I use Magic Jack, and it rocks, the best 40$ i spent in my life, has a clear voice and its really fast and easy to use, I'm sad cause

]]> By: Sherrell Ray http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-395629 Sherrell Ray Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:39:29 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-395629 Thats not correct because i have a MJ and i believe its a great investment and i have a Mac Thats not correct because i have a MJ and i believe its a great investment and i have a Mac

]]> By: johnmsec http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-395577 johnmsec Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:59:16 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-395577 Gonde, <br><br>Yes. you have someone maybe a friend or family you can trust to buy and connect here in the U.S. FIRST. When they connect it here, It will ask what city/ state / zip code you are connecting from. Then it will give you option to pick which phone number to use. Then use it to test and make sure it saved on its memory. They gave it to you in Chile, and you connect it to a USB port on any PC with a USB port and internet connection ( you MUST have DSL or cable modem to work). Then connect a regular telephone to the MagicJack port. Now you should be able to call any US or Canada phone for free. My family still use it in Panama and works OK, very few times it may drop a call like a cell phone. But for $20 a year its worth it I think. <br><br> <br><br>Saludos!<br><br> <br><br>John. Gonde,

Yes. you have someone maybe a friend or family you can trust to buy and connect here in the U.S. FIRST. When they connect it here, It will ask what city/ state / zip code you are connecting from. Then it will give you option to pick which phone number to use. Then use it to test and make sure it saved on its memory. They gave it to you in Chile, and you connect it to a USB port on any PC with a USB port and internet connection ( you MUST have DSL or cable modem to work). Then connect a regular telephone to the MagicJack port. Now you should be able to call any US or Canada phone for free. My family still use it in Panama and works OK, very few times it may drop a call like a cell phone. But for $20 a year its worth it I think.

Saludos!

John.

]]> By: gonde http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-395525 gonde Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:45:26 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-395525 hi johnmsec, I want to know How in Panama they set -up the MJ , they use a US adress? please tellme .... I want to do the same, but for Chile,, gracias. hi johnmsec, I want to know How in Panama they set -up the MJ , they use a US adress? please tellme …. I want to do the same, but for Chile,, gracias.

]]> By: Wayne http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-394814 Wayne Sat, 28 Feb 2009 19:52:40 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-394814 HAD IT NEARLY 3MOS AND CANNOT GET ENOUGH USE OUT OF IT TO WARRANT 20.00 A YR. i MAINLY WANTED IT FOR A FAX LINE AND IT ONLY WORKS ONE OUT OF 25 TRIES. <br>SUPPORT HAS NOT BEEN MUCH HELP. HAD IT NEARLY 3MOS AND CANNOT GET ENOUGH USE OUT OF IT TO WARRANT 20.00 A YR. i MAINLY WANTED IT FOR A FAX LINE AND IT ONLY WORKS ONE OUT OF 25 TRIES.
SUPPORT HAS NOT BEEN MUCH HELP.

]]> By: Howard http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/comment-page-2/#comment-394809 Howard Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:44:02 +0000 http://www.ohgizmo.com/2007/03/16/magicjack-to-be-the-new-skype/#comment-394809 Majicjack does not meet up to my expectation although I have a broadband connection and the required speeds I still have a speech delay Majicjack does not meet up to my expectation although I have a broadband connection and the required speeds I still have a speech delay

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