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Vonage Holdings Corp (NYSE:VG) to Present at Citi Global Entertainment ... - Transworld News

Simply Best Penny Stocks, a leading financial publication, is pleased to alert investors of stocks on the move. Vonage Holdings Corp. (Vonage) is a provider of broadband telephone services to residential and small office and home office customers ...

Consumer Reports Science Shows Magic Jack Is Actually Worthwhile - Consumerist.com

Their tests showed that service is surprisingly good, and far more reasonably priced than competing voice-over-IP services like Skype and Vonage. When our tester downloaded a big file while playing an online game and making a call, there was some ...

AT&T Tells FCC It's Time to Cut the Cord - PC World

... Internet, which means VoIP phone services like Vonage don't work. No power to cell towers means no bars on your cell signal and no wireless service. Some broadband VoIP providers have solutions to address at least short-term power outages. AT&T ...

Also read these stories: - NJBIZ

Marc Lefar - Vonage Holdings Corp., Holmdel Marc Lefar , chief executive of Vonage Holdings Corp. , in Holmdel, said the early champion of voice-over-IP technology has been evolving to conquer new territory and adapt to a world that’s focused on ...

Member review of LINGO - BroadbandReports.com

I have had Vonage (and still do) for over a year, and have had Packet 8 as well. I am currently trying out Lingo and SunRocket. Vonage has been stable for me, so the primary reason for testing Lingo and SunRocket is to get two feature that Vonage ...

As long as you ignore the cable industry and profitability - BroadbandReports.com

Back in May of 2008, things didn't look particularly good for Vonage, as the company continued to hemorrhage subscribers, and struggled to make a profit. As 2010 begins, Fortune seems to think Vonage is getting a "second wind," as the cheap voice ...

Member review of Comcast Formerly ATT Broadband - Broadband Dslreports

The quality of the internet service and connection is so/so. My speed is nowhere near the amazing speeds you see in the Comcast TV advertisements. Don’t be dazzled by speed, if there are quality issues. I often do DSLREPORTS speed tests where the ...

AT&T: landline phone service must die; only question is when - Ars Technica

In the heyday of the AT&T monopoly era, the telco's legendary CEO John deButts had an acronym for the company's main product. He christened it POTS, aka Plain Old Telephone Service, delivered over Ma Bell's copper wire public switched telephone ...

Talkbox Offers $10/month Unlimited U.S. and $20/month Unlimited World - TMCnet

Originally posted on VoIP & Gadgets Blog , here: http://blog.tmcnet.com/blog/tom-keating/voip/talkbox-offers-10month-unlimited-us-and-20month-unlimited-world.asp . Well, we have yet another played in the broadband VoIP space named Talkbox . They're ...

AT&T: The end of the wireline telephone is in sight - Beta News

In an historic public response to the US Federal Communications Commission's request for comments regarding its forthcoming National Broadband Plan, due before Congress on February 17, AT&T acknowledged not the forthcoming obsolescence, but the ...

Voting Question: need to find internet phone services or usb phone services?

i have vonage but it wont work with my copper net dsl. i hook it up right and as soon as it says connected it popps up on the vonage box that it has been disconnected and gives an error. does anyone have any ideas why or what i can do to fix it. copper net said that it is because copper net is dial up even though its a broadband internet box. any suggestions and if anyone knows of other kinds of internet phones out there please let me know as long as it is not magic jack. had problems with the magic jack before. thanks more

Resolved Question: Does anyone know any ISPs besides Comcast that support Vonage?

I recently discovered DTV4PC 2, and I want my mother and I to cancel our ISP (Comcast). Well, I also wanted to switch to a different ISP that offers broadband internet (and phone if needed) at a cheaper price so I could save my mother some money. So, anybody know any ISPs besides Comcast that support Vonage? more

Resolved Question: Vonage or Magic Jack Can They be Used With a Credit Card Terminal?

I am looking to start a small business and need internet access but not a land line phone. I want to get a broadband card from either Verizon or Sprint. I will take credit/debit cards and need a line for the Card Authorization terminal used to swipe the cards and enter pin numbers. Does anyone definitively know if Magic Jack or Vonage can be used with a credit/debit card terminal for authorizations. I called both of these companies and needless to say I was connected to customer service representatives that know nothing about the product and what it can or can't do. more

Resolved Question: Vonage cannot connect to the internet?

My family uses the vonage phone service. We use cox high speed internet. We have our vonage phone connected to our internet through 2a cable modem, a belkin wireless G router and a broadband Routher with 2 phone ports. For some reason, the internet works but I can't seem to get the vonage phone to connect to the internet.. Any suggetions?? more

Voting Question: i have a technical computer question?

I have a windows xp pro servis pack 3,asus motherboard and nvidia home built computer.I connect to the internet with a arris modem from cable company.My son bought a vonage,linksys broadband router w/2 phone ports,and he hooked router up to my modem and ran a line to a dell computer he has in basement.Ever since he did that my desktop sound/Speakers with woofer won't work.Is what he's doing trying to run two computers off one modem not workable ? Or is it ok but I need to do some type of set up so my sound will work again? more

Resolved Question: Internet Usage Limit and VOIP calls?

Hi, both my brother and I will be in the US from this fall. Hence, we have a Vonage VOIP phone at home to make calls to us. Until now the Broadband Limit of my BSNL Connection was 2.5 GB/month. But since I am leaving to the US and my parents won't be using a lot of Internet except checking emails, I am planning to change the plan from 2.5GB to 1GB/month. (On this page -http://www.bsnl.co.in/service/dataone_tariff.htm, I plan to shift from Home 500 to Home 250) My Q - Will this 1GB limit be enough for VOIP calling considering that my parents will be on the phone with either me or my brother for a lot of time. Basically, how much of data transfer takes place for a 20 minute call for eg. Is it ok if i shift to the lower plan as I need to cost-cut here. more

Voting Question: Need help preferably someone who knows computers well?

Ok so heres the problem. I got a broadband router that when connected to the computer doesnt work at all. However when i connect it to another router(vonage) which connects to the computer it works fine. It was fine before but still i dont get why it doesnt work now. So any ideas. And just to add when i say works i mean connects to the internet.bascially it been fine for along time and think someone the computer it only connecting to the vonage router only and not directly to the modem itself i've tried resetting etc but it doesnt work at all more

Resolved Question: can I use vonage with my verizon broadband revA?

Resolved Question: can a router be connected to a cable ran from another router?

i want to run my computer and vonage broadband phone service and ps3 from a line ran from my landlords router,But Im not sure if I can just hook my router up to a line that is ran from his router more

Resolved Question: VOIP Phone services in INDIA?

Hello All I'm looking for VOIP Telephone Service in India, something exactly like Vonage do. They just issue a phone set, phone number and VOIP adapter and thats it. I don't want a PC to be running like we have to using Skipe & Stanaphone. All I should require is a broadband connection at my home. I would just hook up my VOIP adapter to my broadband and the phone will work like any regular phone. The catch is, if I buy a VOIP system here and hook the same adapter in India then I'll have a US working number in India. Now anyone from US can call this number just like a local number. Now, I want reverse of this. A Indian phone number working in US over VOIP so anyone in India can call me on that number. If you know of any such system existing in India, please reply. Any information is highly appreciatred. more

Resolved Question: Do you pay for your own internet with vonage?

I know vonage works through a broadband connection, but does Vonage provide the internet connect, or is it 24.99 for simply the phone and it's feature. If not, what are some ISPs that won't charge you or cut off for over use of bandwidth and work well with Vonage? more

Resolved Question: Skype phone local US number in India?

Hello all, Thanks for a nice discussion. I have some questions which I will ask here as clearly as possible. My requirement: I need a local US number in India. The phone which has this number should be in India. But people in the US should be able to call this number from their cellphones/landlines as if they are calling a local US number. This phone should be able to call US numbers from India, as if they are local numbers. This phone should have an actual number, and not be a computer. My solution: I bought a Vonage account and their Linksys router from the US and brought it to India. I checked to see that my ISP provides a static address (Tata broadband), installed the router, got an ordinary local phone, and it works perfectly. I have a US local number now in India. My Questions: Is this same thing possible with Skype? Currently my vonage account will only accept my US credit card with US billing address. But I am moving back to India, and I want to know if an Indian credit card can be used. Please provide as much details and personal experience as possible. Thanks in advance. more

Resolved Question: Will the TiVo Wireless G USB Network Adapter work with my Dynex Enhanced-G Wireless Broadband Router? ?

About 5 years ago, my boyfriend won a Series 240/Series 2 Tivo and free service for the life of the machine. We now have Vonage and cannot connect the Tivo to the phone line. I need a solution that will allow us to use the Tivo again. I have a wireless network because of the Wii and want to know that if I purchase the TiVo Wireless G USB Network Adapter, it will work. more

Resolved Question: Can you use your VOIP service remotely from outside landline?

I have a small business and my field workers sometimes need to make long distance calls within the US. We have broadband connection with 2 VOIP companies, Vonage and OptimumVoice. Both of these carriers already offer us unlimited long distance within the US. For my field workers some locations they visit dont have either phones or don't have long distance service. Im asking if there is a way they can remotely connect to our office broadband VOIPs service and use the long distance service from there? Almost like a calling card system but its running off our current broadband VOIP services. Is this possible?? more

Resolved Question: ive just had a call from vonage, are they as cheap as they say or is there a catch?

i currently pay £11.00 a month to BT for my land line and pay £16.00 a month to sky for my calls, broadband and tv. vonage say i will pay them £5.99 a month which will cover my calls and land line. more

Resolved Question: Will voice be the priority?

If I get the Vonage DECT 6.0 Broadband Phone System with the V-Portal phone adapter from Best Buy and plug it in the my Westell 327W Wireless Router, will Vonage be the priority so I get the clearest calls possible? more

Resolved Question: Are there Fax machines that work with broadband phone lines?

Are there Fax machines that work with broadband phone lines? Are there Fax machines that work with broadband phone lines? Similar to Vonage or Comcast. I am aware of the pay services but i'd like to have my own for my home office. Thanks more

Resolved Question: home phone and internet service, can't have one w/out the other...help!?

Ok, here's My situation... I am losing my home phone and internet service both on the 27th of this month, so before I do, I'm on my internet now searching for phone service providers and internet too. The problem is this. I want DSL, but you can't have DSL without and existing phone line. I want VOIP like vonage or something, but I can't have VOIP without a highspeed internet connection like DSL, so I'm stuck!!! Alot of ISP's don't service my area and if they do they are UNGODLY expensive!! My question is this...aside from having cable so that I can have both services through someone like comcast, is there a way to get DSL WITHOUT an existing phone line? And what about broadband how does that work? I need some serious help! Thanks a bunch. more

Resolved Question: Vonage? ?

I heard that Vonage does not need a BT phone line as it makes calls over your broadband connection, but won't I need a BT phone line for broadband anyway? more

Resolved Question: Is there a significant difference between wireless G and wireless N networks?

Let me explain, i have a wireless G network. I have my xbox 360 and my vonage phone line wired into my router, and a desktop and notebook computer both using the wireless features... Basically i can only really use one thing at once. If im downloading something on a computer everything else grinds to a halt. I have done a little research and i know there is a more expensive version of the same router which falls into the wireless "n" wifi group. If i buy one of these can i notice significant speed increase on my home network? I know its not my broadband i have a 10mb virgin media connection with their newest type of cable modem and only use it for the internet, no television. Futher, i know its not the cappping policy virgin enforce because i can see this problem occuring even during non capped hours. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks yahoo! more

Resolved Question: Vonage fone setup...not getting a dial tone..please help?

hi i am chaitanya from india...i got a vonage from US...i set it up as shown in the manual...the icons denoting that it is connected to the computer and internet are displayed..but the fone symbol which indicates that i am ready to make calls isnt displaying..i am able to connect to the internet after making the setup but have no dial tone on my vonage fone...i am a DSL broadband user(BSNL broad band) ..please help me..urgent more

Resolved Question: How to secure the voip (vonage) router which is connected to the primary netgear router.?

I ve got a voip service called vonage which comes with a wireless router. This must be connected to Lan 1 of the Netgear router which provides internet so I can make phone calls through internet. The problem is that I do not know how to put a wep key to the vonage router(DLink) so that no one else can have access to my internet connection. Notice that the Netgear Router has an encrypted key and it comes with Virgin Broadband. However even if the first is encrypted the second is unsecured and anyone can have access. more

Resolved Question: How do I hook up my vonage thru my router?

Currently using a Linksys Wireless-N broadband router. I get error[code 006] on the vonage display screen. any ideas what that means? more

Resolved Question: Will Vonage work with my ADT system? ?

We don't have a traditional "land-line" our phone service is thru the cable co and ADT works just fine with it. Cable phone is the only option we have in our area. We have cable broadband so we wonder if our alarm system would still work if we switched to Vonage? Any help appreciated! more

Resolved Question: Is getting broadband phone with broadband internet access like having a traditional phone and dial-up?

I'm trying to convince my parents to switch to a broadband ISP. Our current one only goes at about 145 kb (it's divided in two since we have two computers, so it should be 300 kb/sec), and we pay about $55 USD a month for it. Well, I don't want to see my dad have the wool pulled over his eyes and get ripped off, so I want him to switch to different service providers for internet and phone. Here's what I'm thinking: get Vonage (http://www.vonage.com/call_plans.php?lid=nav_call_plans&refer_id=WEBSR0706010001W1 ) Residential Premium and Hughesnet's (a.k.a Direcway) Home plan (http://go.gethughesnet.com/plans.cfm ). Our current service combined costs $109, but these new services combined will cost $84.98 USD. Over a year (minus the installation fees), we could save almost $300. The only thing I'm concerned with is that the two services will act against each other like a traditional phone and a dial-up internet connection. Is this true? If not, how does it work? Thanks, your answers are always appreciated!! PS: I only state the third paragraph because I want to tell my dad about it later; I'm not trying to advertise anything, it's just that I can't see my dad get ripped off like this. more

Resolved Question: My dad is retired, should he switch to VONAGE for long distance and local calls?

If no, why not? If yes, then what all will he need to do, buy, know? He has the internet, broadband, I don't know through whom.Tell me more about SKYPE too! "Buy a phone number"?? HOw much is that?? more

Resolved Question: Why does Vonage phone service work fine, but since it's been installed my computers can't access the internet?

Linksys WRT54GSV4 Router Cox Cable Broadband Internet Found the following on Vonage's Forums: http://www.vonage-forum.com/outgoing/out.php?url=aHR0cDovL3ZvbmFnZS5ubWhveS5uZXQv Which refers me to this: http://vonage.nmhoy.net/ I've looked through my router's control panel, but don't want to start messing with the settings there other than the ones I'm familiar with like MAC Filtering, which is disabled, my SSID and network key. Is there a reasonable fix to this that doesn't involve countless hours of reading through networking documentation and router configuration manuals? more

Resolved Question: I'm starting to transfer to Vonage, and cancel my AT&T service, because of that, I wont have any broadband...

because if i cancel my AT&T service, i have to take broadband DSL down too. So... where else can i find cheap DSL provider? more

Resolved Question: Can I just Try Vonage?

So, We got the free 1 month vonage flyer in the mail today. I read up and I know that it requires broadband and connects to your modem. So I was wondering if I could just see what vonage is like and keep my landline (windstream.) Would that bring up a cancelation fee if I didnt like vonage? What would I do? I don't want to be stuck argueing with Vonage's poor customer service. Thanks. I'll give 10 points to best answer more

Voting Question: My cable internet gets disconnected for some random reason.........Help plz?

I have comcast cable internet service. My comcast modem SB5101 is connect to the router (linksys DI-524) and also to the broadband phone (Vonage). This problem start even before I connected the modem to router and broadband. My internet connection gets disconnected for unknown reason. Once it gets disconnected I have replug it again. Timing for disconnecting is random, sometime it stays connected for weeks and sometime only for 5 min and sometime it gets disconnected when I receive any call. I called the comcast service and they troubleshooted this from their office and they said that their computer is showing no problem with the connection. I also asked geek squad and they have no idea either. So plz help any response will be greatly appreciated..thanx more

Resolved Question: Is there a service provider that offers cable through broadband?

I currently pay for Cablevisions IO triple play package. It costs 29.95\month for all three services (cable, internet, and phone). My setup is a 42" LCD TV with surround sound hooked up directly to my computer with an RGB cable. My cable comes through the regular cable input. So it's easy for me to watch streamed content from places like hulu, youtube, and such without needing any extra pc card or splitters. What I want to do is cut costs of my services. I can buy broadband from another carrier (AT&T costs 19.99\month) buy a Magic Jack for my phone (39 and change\year). Is there a cable company that streams channels over broadband like the companies that use voip over the phone (magicjack/vonage)? I'm not looking for anything for free, just cheaper with no equipment to buy with a good range of channels. Does anyone know of such a service? Thanks in advance. more

Resolved Question: Can i and how much would it cost to get broadband Internet in Winnsboro South Carolina?

My mother wants to change her phone service and wants to get vonage. She just want to know if she can get high-speed internet in Winnsboro South Carolina. more

Resolved Question: want to get rid o landline and try something like vonage?any 1 tried it or similar?

free calls thru my broadband seems great instead of big phone bills. more

Resolved Question: SLOW INTERNET CONNECTION HeLP???

OK i got comcast cable high speed broadband modem connected to a netgear router which is connected to a vonage phone modem. but i never since i got high speed broadband i never got the full speed on my desktop on my laptop when i plug my ethernet cord its fast but with my desktop it varies sometimes its fast then its slow then normal an its anoyying please contact if u know anything.. open ports ??? more

Resolved Question: Can anyone share names/websites of home phone companies which are affordable & don't require internet svcs?

I'm switching from Optimum because I refuse to pay 45 bucks for regular services for a house phone. Nothing fancy, just need it to recieve calls and make em occasionally. However, when I search, I'm getting stuff like vonage and joi as well as other companies that require broadband yet, I'm trying to turn that off too. I just want a regular phone. No bundles and no net. Any suggestions are appreciated=) more

Resolved Question: I have a comcast modem, linksys voip router and want to connect a wireless router. Any suggestions?

I have comcast as broadband, Vonage is my VOIP (no phone connections on wireless router). more

Resolved Question: What are the requirements of house arrest regarding a home telephone?

Specifically, with the advent of new broadband internet phone services such as Charter Telephone, Comcast Voice, Vonage, etc, are these being accepted as home phone services by probation offices? Or, are you required to get the "Normal" old-fashioned type of telephone service?He's not been sentenced to house arrest yet, so I haven't heard that there will be a no-internet restriction. Otherwise, why would I ask the question I did. I know that if we can't have the net we can't have a broadband phone. Duh. more

Resolved Question: starcraft multiplayer issue?

i just got the broadband phone vonage and nobody joins my starcraft games i host stupid vonage i hate them more

Resolved Question: What is the cheapest Services ?

well, i have Road Runner broadband ($50 a month), home phone vonage ($20 a month), and Internet TV (one time fee of $100) which i pug to my HD TV, is this good ???? I still get HBO, Cinemax, I can still get good calls and i have internet About $70 a month is this as cheap as it gets ?? Need advice... Thank You more

Resolved Question: Using Router of MTNL & Motorola, do ineed both or i can disconnect MTNL Router ?

I am using MTNL ADSL Router for my internet, Now I jad been to USA and got Motorola Broadband Voice Gateway router with service of Vonage . Now when I Talk to USA, 1. I cannot connect Internet 2. Do I have to to keep both gadgets i.e MTL ADSL Router and Motorola Broad band Voice Gateway Router ? I need to talk to usa as well i need Internet , both should work simultaneously, and here i have only facility at a time ? Pl guide what should i do? more

Resolved Question: unlimited VOIP calling plan from USA to Bangladesh cellular?

I am currently living in Bellevue, WA and I am looking for a plan that offers unlimited calling to Bangladesh cellular (to warid network specifically). I can see Joi phone offers a “worldwide premium” service plan but that only gives me 800/month to Bangladesh cellular. Vonage for example has unlimited calling plan to Bangladesh (Dhaka, Ctg) land lines but so far I haven’t seen any plans for unlimited BD cellular. So, if anyone know of such a plan please email me with the details. I have Comcast broadband. thanks, Hasan more

Resolved Question: Has anyone experienced these issues with Vonage?

At any point in time during a telephone conversation, my audio drops and I can hear the other party saying "hello...hello...are you there?" The audio only on my end drops for anywhere from 10 to 30 seconds. I tried their bandwidth saver and then I was on the phone with India for 3 hours a few nights ago. Neither tech 1 or tech 2 could figure out the problem. Both had me go through the same tests. My broadband service is working fine. Vonage has shipped a new device but I have not received it yet. However, I don't have positive feelings that will solve the problem. If anyone has experienced this, please let me know what the root of the problem was. Thanks.John S...have 4 different phones and one's a land line but it's a good idea...will take out phones one at a time and see if it works. Ibet L. Talking about Vonage VoIP (landline) service but thanks for the thoughts. more

Resolved Question: Magic Jack USB VoIP Device. What's the difference between Magic Jack and Vonage?

I have Vonage, which is VOIP, but we pay for Vonage to have our business phone numbers (4 of them) and pay about $50 to $75/month for this and we love it. Plus, we have 1 bellsouth phone landline because we have a security system that requires a landline. I also have a Vonage V-Phone, which is a small USB phone that plugs into any computer with broadband connection. The V-Phone does connect through our vonage account. I'm trying to figure out what the difference in Vonage and Magic Jack is? For Magic Jack, the video said you pay $40 for the usb device and your calls are free. When I went to ebay to see prices for Magic Jack, the description says Magic Jack VoIP Free Calls To and From USA. What's the real difference??? The short video I was sent is here: http://www.magicjack.com/site/index.html more

Resolved Question: How can I obtain the IP address of the broadband modem for a particular Vonage phone number?

Someone used my credit card fraudulently to open a VOIP account with them a couple of days ago.In other words, how can I translate a 10-digit VoIP number into an IP address?Dig deeper! I know there's a formula to translate the 10-digit number into an IP address. I just can't find it. more

Resolved Question: How do I set up a wireless router with a regular router? Details inside.?

Ok, I have a D-Link (Dl-524) wireless router, set up to a Linksys Rt31p2 (broadband phone port-vonage router) which is then plugged into a RCA comcast modem. I can get online in the current situations (wireless and hardwire) but for some reason I can not set up my xbox 360 online. The xbox 360 is connected with a WGA54G wireless bridge and I have a feeling they are not all set up right to have the same information. I also can not make a home network with this situation. I have a feeling my xbox 360 is only picking up my Dlink information, and not my linksys router information. I am not good in all of the networking terms so take it easy on me. If you have any idea what I am talking about let me know. If you have an idea on what I am saying but I'm screwing it all up, then let me know too, haha. Thanks all. more

Resolved Question: connecting vonage to wireles (voip voice wireless-G broadband router) it also has a antennahttp://3gstore.com?

yes i am a vonage customer and i just recieved a wii i tried connecting the system to the internet but i couldnt with the usb port so i found a wireless router lying around and connected it but my phone service wont work without the internet can someone please help me? more

Resolved Question: what is the least expensive/best..1) phone service 2) car insurance 3) broadband internet service?

what is the least expensive/best... 1) phone service? I keep hearing commercials for vonage saying it is only $24.99/month for unlimited nationwide calls, but is that really the best/cheapest? Anyone know of any that are cheaper? 2) car insurance? I keep hearing that geico is the best/cheapest overall. Anyone know if this is true? 3) broadband internet service? I keep hearing commercials for netzero, which is only $9.99/month. But is that for broadband, or just dial up? Is it the cheapest? Also, one more question 4) if my father has an outstanding balance on his credit report with Verizon, will he still be able to get phone service with another company? I need to know the above because my father and I may be getting into a mobile home, and if we do I should like to have the least expensive services so we can save money. Also, I am 21 and still can't drive, but I would like to have the least expensive insurance in the event I learn to drive. more

Resolved Question: Vonage Issues!!?

I currently have Vonage for my home service. ITS HORRIBLE.. I cant talk to anyone without them telling me that Im cutting out and I cant understand them because they are cutting out.. The line is choppy and cuts out.. I have a broadband connection.. What should I do? Ive done all the things it says to do .. Make sure my routers are 4 feet apart.. You know Im starting to believe "you get what you pay for"Ok Great! Thanks guys.. My next question would be WHO to go with and can I use my normal wireless phone I used to use for my land line? more

Resolved Question: Vonage help in bangalore?

Hi I have Vonage modem which i got from US. Also i have airtel broadband connection at home. I am not able to connect vonage. Please anybody in bangalore who is using vonage help me in setting up this. I am willing to pay for the service. Please contact me. more