Outgoing Callcentric CID# when calls are placed through GV with the OBI100

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Stewart:
AKAIK there is no way for to spoof caller ID on a GV call delivered by XMPP.

However, you could add another PAYG SIP provider in a VGx, that has lower per-minute rates than Callcentric and allows you to specify the outbound caller ID.  You would use a prefix to select the alternate provider for a given call.

Possibilties include Anveo at $0.01/min.  IMO their quality and reliability is as good as Callcentric's (though their track record is much shorter).  It would cost you $10 to try them out.

Voxbeam offers $0.0049 "Standard" and $0.0081 "Premium" routes, with six-second billing (some rural destinations are higher).  There are a few technical hassles, but it's not that hard to set up.  You get $1 credit at signup, so you can test without making a payment.  

I've not tried them, but AlcazarNetworks has a good reputation and depending on the specific numbers you call, you'll probably average between $0.0025 and $0.004 per minute, with six-second billing. You get a 24-hour free trial at signup, limited to $5.

If you are a consistently heavy user, you could consider the "unlimited" (5000 minute cap) services such as VOIPo or Phonepower.  Neither permits spoofing, so you would have to port your number there.  Unfortunately, they are not as reliable as Callcentric.

avibp:
Stewart

Thanks for all the names and rates of alternatives - especially Anveo with spoofing capabilities.  I have to stick with Callcentric due to their quality, reliability and their track record even though Anveo's is just as good except their shorter length track record. 

I'm not a huge phone caller and have the $6.95 - 500 Minute plan from Callcentric right now with a $0.02 per minute for overage so, the more time I spend trying to squeek out savings ends up costing me in the short and long run.  There is STIFF competition out there for VOIP and the largest factor(s) to me are the three you mentioned which is why I am with CC.

As time permits, I will indeed be checking into all the reputable names you listed.  Informations is valuable.  It is much appreciated.

Thanks

Thanks!

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