AmeriVoice Connector for Unlimited Residential Long Distance

by AmeriVon

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00007GD6Y
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #378,008 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 26, 2002

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

The AmeriVoice Connector offers a simple way to make high-quality but low-cost long distance calls. For one flat monthly rate ($29.99 at the time of this writing, subject to change), you can make in-state and nationwide calls; an additional plan is available for international calls.

Installation is simple: just register for service online or via a toll-free number, plug the connecter into a phone jack, allow the unit to configure itself (this can take up to 20 minutes), then plug an ordinary telephone into the device.

In our tests, we made several nationwide long distance calls. Dialing was slightly delayed as the unit decided whether to pass each call through the local phone company (for local calls) or through the AmeriVoice network. In the latter case, a recorded message thanked us for using the network.

Sound quality ranged from good to very good, never excellent, never truly bad, with some calls having a very soft echo and others having a very slight fuzziness. But all conversations were readily comprehensible. There was no discernible transmission delay between our speaking and our party hearing and responding to us.

AmeriVoice does not permit commercial or "commercial-like" calling on its standard plan. While we quarrel with AmeriVoice's definition of commercial-like--more than 15 different long-distance numbers called in 24 hours or more than 90 aggregated minutes to the same number in any 24-hour period--the plan should meet the needs of a typical residential caller. Just don't talk to Aunt Tilly for more than 90 minutes at a time.

Overall, for residential customers who already spend at least $20 per month on long distance, the AmeriVoice Connector offers a simple low-cost option with good quality. (Editor's note: For the benefit of this review, AmeriVoice provide us with a free temporary account.) --Mike Brown

Pros

• Very easy setup
• Good sound quality
• Flat monthly rate

Cons

• 90-minute limit per phone call
• Supports only one phone jack

Amazon.com Product Description

AmeriVoice provides simple-to-use, high-quality, low-cost telephone service for in-state, nationwide, and international long distance calls. After signing up for service, install the connector by unplugging your standard telephone from the wall jack and plugging in the connector. The light on the connector illuminates for up to 20 minutes while the connector automatically configures itself. Then plug the phone into the empty jack on the connector. Note that on a two-line telephone, only one line will work with the AmeriVoice system.

Dial your calls through an ordinary telephone. There are no calling cards, access numbers, or PINs. For one flat, monthly payment, you can make unlimited local toll and long distance calls. The service is intended only for noncommercial, residential use. You can make international calls by purchasing a separate plan, which also offers low rates. For detailed plan information and to register for service, visit www.amvoice.com.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent money saving product, December 5, 2002

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ron (Simi Valley, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: AmeriVoice Connector for Unlimited Residential Long Distance (Office Product)

My family has been using this product for over 3 months now. We've saved so much money using the Connector. We even cancelled our ATT long distance service. Our long distance bills used to be over 60.00 per month now they're just 19.99. We love this product!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent product and service, May 24, 2003

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firegirl (Park City, Utah United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: AmeriVoice Connector for Unlimited Residential Long Distance (Office Product)

I purchased an amerivoice box about 5 months ago and I have experienced huge savings. It is very easy to get set up and use immediately. I have contacted customer service a couple of times and they have been very plesant and prompt in answering my questions or solving the problem. I was a little skeptical at first but it is well worth it. The service alone is worth the switch not to mention the $$$ savings from a regular long distance carrier. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND GETTING THIS PRODUCT.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product!, April 12, 2003

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Andrew McClary (Lexington Park, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: AmeriVoice Connector for Unlimited Residential Long Distance (Office Product)

The product is wonderful, and I always get a clear long distance phone call.

Pros:

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-Easy to use, and install. Just dial the number and your there!
-Shipped immediately!
-Great customer service
-Worldwide rates

Cons:

-The connector works ONLY on ONE phone at a time! If you want to use the service on multible phones, you must buy individual connectors fore each for the quality to be good.
-Not really unlimited, you can only make 15 different calls a day-90 minutes each. However, it's not a big deal. Who talks that much anyways?

Overall:
I'm sticking with this product for now. It's competition are double the price and the quality is just as good. I would totally recommend this product to anyone who talks frequently on the phone.