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Better than I expected!!

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:34:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author patssister1960 - I'd seen the tv ads for magicJack and I probably had the same thought as many of you: It's too good to be true! magicjack is an adapter you plug into a USB port on your computer, enabling you to use your internet to make phone...

Magic Jack is OK

Sat, 3 Oct 2009 20:15:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author toozigoot - I have been using Magic Jack for about 9 months. It is not perfect. However, it fits my needs perfectly. I had no illusions about Magic Jack working like one of the major phone companies. It comes darn close to being one of the best computer based (VOIP)...

Best phone ever for world travelers

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 10:56:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author knuffsaid - I've had my MagicJack for just under one year at this point. I operate the device on both Vista and XP. So far in 2009, I've made 5 overseas trips to South America and Asia and on each trip, I was simply a local call away from my family and...

First Impression: Better Than I Expected for The Cost!

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 16:50:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pearlsport - This is a first impression review; one day to be exact, and a few tips on setting up and using the MagicJack. Getting things up and runnning and usable is one of most important things in the decision making proc
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No Magic and all Jack

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 13:58:03 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author rogermcl - If you bought this, then don't cancel your previous telephone service; if you haven't bought this, then you might want to keep looking. MagicJack sounds like a great idea in theory, but they have some work to do before they can start telling people to...

Review of Ooma Hub & Scout (Ooma System)

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 16:19:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author julieannbolin - I am a skeptic, and believe me this system does sound too good to be true. I shopped around for months looking at alternatives to replace my AT&T service which was roughly $120 a month for unlimited domestic, DSL, caller id package and local calling...

The $40 Blue Night light

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:11:04 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author manofcheese - My Experience With MagicJackImagine yourself as a poor college student who can't afford a cell phone and you see an ad for a phone that will only cost you $20 a year. That is 1/2 as much as the cheapest cell phone's monthly bill is. So...

High quality VOIP system with lowest overall cost, expect additional upgrades to come

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:14:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author alextse - I was actively looking for a VOIP system to replace my home phone line. I wanted something that would work transparently with my existing Panasonic phone system (hub and spoke type), not require a computer to be on to work, and able to clearly lower my...

Poor sound quality, just not good enough

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:48:50 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author gotaluvme - I tested the magicJack recently as part of their 30 day money back offer. Overall, I was impressed, up until the actual call was placed. Instead of hearing a crystal clear connection, I heard halting, slow and at times garbled...

The Phone Company Killer!

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:06:39 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author noelfeliz - (***Note: this was the only place I could find to review the entire ooma system!)We purchased the entire ooma kit for our parents to eliminate a bill. They are not tech-savvy, but find this kit easy to use and the voice...

It just works

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:21:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lnthomp - We have been using the Linksys PAP2 Phone Adapter for Vonage Internet Phone Service since Black Friday of 2006. I am writing this on January 12, 2009. The Linksys PAP2 Phone Adapter for Vonage Internet Phone Service has been...

Be good ... Listen to your Phone !

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 15:49:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author djsimard - What I wanted was to have a little gadget that would tell me who's calling without me having to look at the phone ... well I found it in the Philips SJA9190 Voice Announce Talking Caller ID.THE PRODUCT:What you get is a nice little speaker...

Duracell AAA Batteries Aren't Terribly Durable

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 19:05:52 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author quasar - I've never had a lot of luck with rechargeable batteries and so rely on the old-fashioned, disposable batteries for my needs. I tend to buy generic batteries because they're cheaper and, in my limited experimentation, they last just as long as the big...

The Longest Lasting Coppertop Ever

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:24:57 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lindsi_r_holt - Batteries can be one of the hardest things to find for a certain product. Which one is the best and most used? The DURACELL AAA8 AAA ALKALINE BATTERIES are the ultimate. Location:You can buy it at a...

Extend the life of your phones.

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:40:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author northeastgal - I like to have at least one portable phone in my home and several corded phones. Since my home is 2 story, there are at least 4 rooms that have a corded phone. A few years ago, before my husband passed away, a cordless phone became a need. Since I...

A FAKE Panasonic HHR-P104 battery

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:14:40 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author wmcot - Notice in the photo of this battery that there is no label on the battery stating that it is a Panasonic brand battery. This is a generic substitute for the original Panasonic HHR-P104A/1B (sometimes the "A/1B" is left off when referring to the real...

Buy a genuine Panasonic battery ONLY

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:54:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wmcot - The Panasonic HHR-P104 Battery is used in many of the current and recently discontinued models of Panasonic cordless phones. This is a "drop-in" type of battery rated at 3.6 volts and 830mAh. It is roughly the size of three AAA batteries in a plastic...

He Won't Destroy Another Book - Hopefully.

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:42:20 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author bgoodday - Every year I usually end up spending about one hundred dollars on school books because the oldest boy is not real good about taking care of them. Last year his history book was completely missing the front cover and he could not tell us how it happened...

Can You Hear Me Now? -- With all this static?

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:31:04 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author dlstewart - Our office is not unusual in that we have a lot of telephones. One of my coworkers and I have heavy telephone contact, and we desperately needed a way to keep the telephone cord from twisting and tangling. That is how we came to use the Softalk...

Very great company

Mon, 2 Jun 2008 19:14:34 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jennifer93210 - I bought this battery a couple months ago to replace my old cordless phone battery. The 1st battery I had gotten was defective. I contacted the Customer service dept at the company and they sent me out another battery right away. They were a little hard...

Do Dial-Up Internet? Here Is A Way To Get Your Calls

Sun, 1 Jun 2008 19:49:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Ed.Williamson - The Catch A Call device is a real life-saver for those who do dial-up internet. I know, you thought dial-up was history and is no more. Well, broadband may be nice, but there are still a lot of dial-up connections around, even in the "developed"...

If I had a dollar for everyone asking where I bought it

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 02:57:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author excise - This clock / caller-i.d. / custom message 3-D display device will attract attention like few gadgets in your home or office. I happen to see it at the Sharper Image store in action and just HAD to have it there and then. The effect is quite intriguing:...

Poor quality

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 21:44:16 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author rialb - We purchased 4 x handsets and the belt clip is next to useless on 3 but ok on the 4th.... on inspection the 3 that are useless are black, the one that works is a dark...

Easy way to make doors accessible from remote location

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 20:18:07 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author lustderf - Device plugs into Avaya ACS processor modules, from R1-R7. Allows for any extension to have access to open up to two doors. Installation is easy enough, make sure your door switch is 48v or less and 1 amp or less. Pick a places within 150 ft of the...

Neat but overpriced, does not last

Sat, 1 Dec 2007 21:28:39 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author richmolnar - I really loved this little gizmo, but it only lasted for a few months. Then it just went dark. When I unplug it and plug it back in, it displays the message, "EPROM ERROR", then it works for a few minutes and goes dark...