Mobiboo Mobile VoIP Service
Mobiboo, a UK-based WiFi network provider, have announced that they are now offering their own VoIP service accessed via a UTStarcom F3000 WiFi handset and the Mobiboo Dashboard application.
“The cost-savings of VoIP have already been proven by companies such as Skype. Mobiboo has gone one step further to replicate a true mix of traditional mobile, DECT and landline phone services to provide both residential and business customers with a credible alternative, thus giving real value for money. In a nut shell, a mobile number, DECT functionality and landline pricing with the additional coverage available with Wi-Fi,” said Mobiboo’s Commercial Director, Richard Newsome.
WiFi hotspots are still relatively few and far between in the UK, outside major conurbations WiFi networks are practically non-existent. Put it this way, you would not want to rely on WiFi connectivity outside a major UK city. However, Mobiboo have teamed up with The Cloud to improve their WiFi coverage. Still, even with this partnership, a large sector of the UK will not be covered.
It is interesting to see companies adopting WiFi and VoIP technologies on a scale such as this. But the UK is a touch market to break into, any company who would want to offer UK-wide WiFi coverage would require a massive investment. It’s a great idea, and I’m sure some cutting edge ‘techies’ will use the service, but I think they’re coming to market too soon.
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October 11th, 2006 at 10:06 am
I have just signed up for a mobiboo phone.
The call quality is great with a good signal and the call costs are a fraction of conventional land line and mobiles.
I now have a mobile internet phone with an 07911 number from which I am able to make and receive calls like an ordinary mobile when I am in a wifi hotspot.
There has been an interesting development recently whereby Mobiboo has joined forces with Tovo.
I have recently purchased a dual purpose phone from Tovo that can switch automatically between conventional GSM and VOIP depending on the setting I choose. It’s great and I am sure is the future of telecoms.
October 11th, 2006 at 12:31 pm
I’d sign up too Alex, the problem is that WiFi networks in the UK are patchy (to say the least) once you get out side of the major connurbations … where I live.
Although maybe I could just use it while on the WiFi network at the office … there’s a thought!
October 11th, 2006 at 12:36 pm
Andy
I use it both in the office (for all my international calls) and from home and its saving me a fortune!
Lets hope the WiFi networks in the UK get improved then it will be a truly amazing service!
Lots of family, friends and colleagues are using the service from home and we all talk to each other for free!
October 11th, 2006 at 12:46 pm
Man that sounds absolutely brilliant! The problem for me is that I tend to use my mobile outside work, which is when I get free calls to others on my network (O2) and landlines.
So if I did sign up to Mobiboo, I’d probably not get that much use out of it. Having just said that, I do have a WiFi network at home too that I could use it for.
Another thought!
October 12th, 2006 at 9:29 am
Andy
In that case u should get a dual purpose phone – from Mobiboo or Tovo!
When you are in a wireless network (or at home) u can use VOIP and automatically use GSM when no wireless net work is available.
Try it – it works brilliantly and selects to preferred / available net work!
October 12th, 2006 at 10:10 am
What Mobiboo phone did you go for Alex?
October 13th, 2006 at 2:18 pm
Andy
I am actually using the Tovo T450 – give it a go – and let me know how you get on!
http://www.tovo.com
http://www.mobiboo.com