Google Sets the Date for the End of XMPP with Google Voice
giqcass:
Quote from: wpbear on January 06, 2014, 06:43:54 pm
I may put $1 on it as a back up to make direct outbound calls (it never expires-I don't have to worry about expiring like voipcheap).
You actually must make at least one outbound call per year on localphone to be sure your credit won't expire.
Quote from: wpbear on January 06, 2014, 06:43:54 pm
For outgoing I am using an app (Android) to start a GV callback.
https://code.google.com/p/free-phone-call/downloads/detail?name=GV-Call-Back.apk
On my Android smartphone I dial the number in normal dialer. (Android is connected by wifi to home internet) The phone asks if I want to dial via google callback. Select yes, then my home phone rings (not the smartphone). I answer it and it starts dialing, ringing and connects to the intended number.
If you set google callback as default and use a Blutooth connected cordless phone you can automate that further. Dial the call via bluetooth, your phone beeps with an incoming call, then switch lines. I got that to work with a cellfusion cordless phone. No need to touch the Android phone at all when making a free outbound call.
mo832:
Quote from: lhm. on January 06, 2014, 07:11:13 pm
And when you call that local 10 digit emergency # and get a recording, your relatives, friends and neighbors will really be impressed with your VoIP setup.
What recording? I don't understand.
As far as relatives, friends, and visitors, if they ever have to use your phone, they already will know they cannot dial out without a special process. But then, if you're buying phone service to seek approval of your social circle, you probably shouldn't have an Obi or voip in the first place. Just buy full-blown wireline service with all related costs, fees, and taxes.
lhm.:
My experience or surprise came when I dialed the non-emergency # that is serviced by the same staff/office personnel as 911 and received a recording that they were busy and to leave a message for a callback or if an emergency to dial 911.
The above being said I would suggest that you call your non-emergency # and inquire how they handle that type situation.
wpbear:
Quote from: lhm. on January 06, 2014, 07:11:13 pm
And when you call that local 10 digit emergency # and get a recording, your relatives, friends and neighbors will really be impressed with your VoIP setup.
If there is $1 on it then the recording won't happen. Yes everyone should verify the 10 digit # to the emergency center and may not be an option in every area.
If your cell works then that can always be used for 911 as well.
And if we really want to look down on this setup lets add the fact that VOIP is not as reliable as true landline. So maybe everyone should just get a copper landline for 911......
wpbear:
Quote from: mo832 on January 07, 2014, 07:40:11 am
Quote from: lhm. on January 06, 2014, 07:11:13 pm
And when you call that local 10 digit emergency # and get a recording, your relatives, friends and neighbors will really be impressed with your VoIP setup.
What recording? I don't understand.
As far as relatives, friends, and visitors, if they ever have to use your phone, they already will know they cannot dial out without a special process. But then, if you're buying phone service to seek approval of your social circle, you probably shouldn't have an Obi or voip in the first place. Just buy full-blown wireline service with all related costs, fees, and taxes.
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