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- First reviewNovember 17, 2010
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This hub works with your high-speed Internet and your home phones to deliver VoIP phone services and supports up to 4 Ooma Telo handsets. With easy setup, you can enjoy unlimited U.S. calling and low international rates.*
Posted by: Kerey
from AZ
I bought the OOMA over a month ago and just got my old phone ported. I have the device on the router and not in front of the router. This set up for me is preferred since if the OOMA goes out, the entire home network goes out. I have found no delays or problems using it this way.
The calls are clear and I have had just one network issue where the call had a slight delay-echo. This went away after a few seconds.
I also opted-in to the OOMA Premiere for a year which is an additional $120 (more or less) per year. That is the total cost to run the OOMA. I figured out that in 8 months I will have paid for the OOMA and then start saving about $40 a month on phone service.
I also went to cable network since DSL here is just plain lousy. It did feel good to get rid of our substandard phone company who really could care less about any issues you have. Not that cable is some queen of the highway.
Setup is easy and there were no real issues. There are a lot of tweaks you can do with Voicemail including linking it to Google Voice or just having the message sent to you via email. Or just letting your OOMA get it. You can also put your own answering machine on, but that makes calls NOT go to your voice mail.. at least that is what happened to me.
Check out the forums at OOMA and see what is going on. The customer service is MUCH better, too.
What's great about it: No expensive phone bill, free long distance to USA/Canada
What's not so great: Can be confusing to configure if you have limited tech knowledge.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4
Features
5
Performance
4
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This hub works with your high-speed Internet and your home phones to deliver VoIP phone services and supports up to 4 Ooma Telo handsets. With easy setup, you can enjoy unlimited U.S. calling and low international rates.*
Overall
5 out of 5
5 out of 5WORKS FOR ME!!
By SeattleZach
from Seattle, WA
This is a great little device. I had this plugged in to my DSL router in 5 minutes and started receiving calls about 10 minutes after opening the box. That is fast and easy. Honestly .. this reminds me on an Apple product ... simple - straighforward - easy.
For the folks who say, "Ir doesnt' work for me" you may wish to check your broadband connectivity. Just because you have DSL or Cable doesn't mean this will work for you.
With my non-scientifific research, I'm guessing you'll need AT LEAST 1.5 Mpbs downstream and 512 kpbs per second upstream to get a realible connection. I have 7Mmps downstream, so Im OK.
Works great .. I would recommend this to all my friends and family! Good bye phone bill!
Kerey
AZ
QOS is more important than raw speed
October 8, 2010
If you have good QOS at 1.5Mbps, this VOIP device works well. I did upgrade to 3 Mbps and didn't notice any difference. I can, however, download a movie much faster.
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Multiple items.
How about a router for a laptop, 2 wireless desktops, a Wii, an X-Box and an I-Pod touch?
Linksys WRT54G series.
16 years, 3 months ago
by
Kerey
AZ
What is the best wireless router for a two story, 100 year old, plaster wall house?
looking for good reception upstairs and down with the router downstairs.
Most computers have 802.11G and very few have 802.11N unless you have a very new machine. I suggest the Linksys WRT54GS and place the router off the floor. I found the floor can be a bad place for a router because it is a line-of-sight device. Put it about 4-5 off the floor.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
what wireless router should i get for my host computer i have a d link adapter and i want to setup a wireless conection for the computer in my bedroom
Ok, get rid of your D-link and just get a Linksys wireless router because the router has 4 ethernet ports plus WiFi. In fact, I think ALL brands of routers have at least 4 ethernet ports.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
can I buy a wireless router that can be used on any computer anywhere that has the internet
All routers are configured to the 802.11 standard. So, if your computer has 802.11, yes any router will work.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
Best wireless router for Comcast service?
I have Comcast Broadband service with an HP laptop and also will be using my work lap top at home. What is the best wireless router for me?
Really any of the major brands is good. I like the Linksys WRT54GS.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
Best Router for PS3
I am getting a PS3 for Christmas and want to set up a media center from my computer to the PS3 and have no other wireless devices. Which is the best Router for this situation as I live in a 800sq ft. apt.
Linksys WRT54G.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
what is the range on the net gear rangemax dual band wireless router
The range depends on a number of factors. Usually they publish the very BEST you can expect and they test in labs with NO interference. I would expect this model to do well in a home, but NO BETTER than a 54G router in most conditions. Now, if you have multiple rooms, lots of walls or in a basement, a N router is the way to go. Trouble is, is your computer enabled with 802.11n capabilities?
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
i just bought a emachines netbook and have a home computer with internet service already hooked up what do i need to do to get my netbook connected to
Do you mean wireless? If so, just enable wireless on your emachine and it will find the closest wireless connection. If you have a password encryption, that will also need to be done.
Windows will tell you that there is a wireless access in your area with a pop-up window.
Windows will tell you that there is a wireless access in your area with a pop-up window.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
I currently have a Linksys Wireless B router. Can I upgrade to Wireless G or N router without any problems?
Yes, you can upgrade by getting a new router. IF you thought that you could just update your old router, you are wrong because they are different technologies.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ
WiFi signal
i have wifi in my apartmanet and the a signal sucks. is there a wireless N router that will obtain the signal without having a wired connection. or what is the best to get to boost the signal?
Try moving the computer away from the window. I have found that metal screens and thick glass can reflect signals.
16 years, 3 months ago
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Kerey
AZ