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Sunday, October 24 2010 17:41
Would You Like FREE With That? Google Voice Mobile And Home
Written by Jess Smith
Do the current Google Voice applications for the iPhone and Android smartphones use up your wireless minutes? Yes, they certainly do, and there are only a few ways to get around that, all of which are complicated for the average consumer. While there are several applications that will allow you to use Google Voice on your smartphone, whether you're calling out, or receiving a call, your wireless minutes are being used.
Google Voice is a call back service, not a VoIP service. This means, when you call out, your application is calling a Google number via your voice plan and…
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Wednesday, October 20 2010 17:53
Free Google Voice Calling Using a Regular Phone
Written by Jess Smith
Feel free to read our article below on the Dockstar and a Linksys ATA for use with Google Voice. However, there is now a product out that does the basics of what our combination does at a much lower price. It's called the Obi110 or the Obi100 from Obihai. AusTex VoIP sells the Obi telephone adapters and provides a set up service for those that need help with the initial installation. Check out our Google Voice with Obi page here.
Both of the Obi telephone adapters do some pretty amazing things. We're not going to discuss all it can do…
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Tuesday, September 14 2010 10:32
A Unique and Affordable Business Internet and Phone Service
Written by Jess Smith
Is your business looking for a "least expensive" method of providing internet and phone service at the office? Let's face it, money is tight, and not everyone can afford business class cable service, or elite dsl, let alone a T1 type of internet connection right now. Here's a set up that brings together low cost internet, and low cost phone service. It's extremely flexible with regards to the type of devices you can use for the phone system.
Let us say, this type of system is not for everyone. Why? The single most important factor is the ability to get…
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UPDATE 10/22/2011: Since writing this article in June of 2010, Clear has probabaly revised this policy several times. Looks like they are as high as $115 if you cancel towards the beginning of the contract. Click on the early termination fees link below to see the latest policy.
In June, CLEAR revised their Early Termination Fee policies. In addition to revising the policies, they added their fee schedule to their website under the title of "Early Termination Fees" CLEAR's earlier ETF policies and fees were confusing at best, and difficult to find. ETF charges from customers who faced them for…
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As the price of unlimited, or high minute cellular plans continues to become less expensive (but not cheap), many people have already cut their landline service to their home. Even more have at least thought about it. Let's face it, if you have unlimited minutes on your cell phone, or you don't use all of your included minutes each month, why have two phone services? You could save $25-$50 per month by dumping your landline service.
But things are getting interesting in the telecommunications markets. VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol is becoming more widespread. Why? Well, for starters, it's…
Monday, February 15 2010 13:48
Landline and Mobile Convergence Made Easy With a VoIP IP PBX
Written by Jess Smith
You might say that AusTex VoIP is going "on the LAM". Don't take that literally, as we aren't really going anywhere, we just mean that we are excited about combining our landline and mobile (LAM) phone services into a single VoIP solution. AT&T and Apple have recently removed all roadblocks for allowing VoIP on the 3G network using the iPhone. It's now possible to combine your home or office VoIP service with your iPhone to make VoIP calls from just about anywhere.
While it is possible to have a home or business VoIP account with a provider such as Vonage,…
Sunday, February 14 2010 10:48
IPhone Owners Should Seriously Consider VoIP Over 3G
Written by Jess Smith
AT&T's announcement late last year that they would now allow VoIP calls over their 3G network is BIG news for the VoIP industry. Better late than never, Apple, has finally started approving VoIP apps for the iPhone. The VoIP industry has generally seen strong growth in past years, but that growth has typically been from consumers making the switch from analog PSTN lines to VoIP for their home or business. This growth has expanded as broadband internet service (a requirement for VoIP) has become more widespread.
Let's face it...we all make calls one of two ways for the most part.…
Tuesday, February 09 2010 08:26
Outdoor Mounting Solution for CLEAR WiMAX Users With Low Signal Quality
Written by Jess Smith
Ok... so adding a sixty foot tower to try an get a better 4G wireless signal is a bit much. We don't do that, but...AusTex VoIP has come up with a method of mounting the the CLEAR WiMAX indoor modem outside. For those struggling with a weak signal from CLEAR's 4G wireless internet service using the residential modem, this could be key to getting a strong enough signal to once again enyoy your internet browsing experience.
Because CLEAR does not have an external antenna or CPE (customer premise equipment) for outdoor use, we decided to take the indoor modem and…
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Sunday, February 07 2010 19:00
HTC Supersonic Rumored to be Sprint's First WiMAX Compatible Phone
Written by Jess Smith
The folks over at engadget.com have been posting information on the rumored HTC Supersonic coming to Sprint in 2010. The exact time frame is unknown at this time, but let's hope it's soon. This device is said to be compatible with the Sprint/Clear 4G services.
As a heavy VoIP user, I'm looking for a phone that allow me to dump my expensive "Everything" plan with Sprint, and possibly go to just a low cell minute plan. Between the WiMAX and Wi-Fi capabilities, making pure VoIP calls from just about anywhere in the Austin area should be breeze. Here's some of…
Sunday, February 07 2010 15:43
CLEAR WiMAX Introduces the CLEAR USB Performance Dock
Written by Jess Smith
CLEAR USB Performance Dock (left): This is a great accessory for the new PXU1900 USB modem, and the first of its kind for WiMAX! The Performance Dock provides increased signal and performance to the PXU1900, and is super portable and easy to use. Instead of connecting the modem directly to your computer, you simply place it in the Performance Dock and then connect the Dock to your computer via USB. Best of all, the USB Performance Dock is a bargain at just $9.99!
IMPORTANT: the Performance Dock is ONLY compatible with the new Mobile USB WiMAX Modem; it…
