You might already be fully aware of a little contraption that allows you to make free calls and receive free calls right from your computer, called the magicJack. If you do not already know about the magicJack you might want to continue reading this article. Together, we will see just how great of a product the magicJack really is.

Let’s start off by explaining exactly what the magicJack is for those that do not completely understand it. The magicJack is a device that you are able to plug into your computer and make calls with your regular telephone. Basically, you only pay for service on a yearly basis and you can make all the local and long distance calls you want for that one yearly price.

So far, the magicJack seems to be a great device and should be in every home. Until you begin to search a little deeper and really look into the product. There are a few things that just seem strange to the average consumer. For example, since the magicJack device actually works directly from the computer it must slow the computer down at least a little. However, nothing like this is stated on the website.

The sound quality is supposed to be above that of devices that offer a similar Voip service, yet many customers have complained that the conversations fade out on occasion with the magicJack. This could simply be a problem with the computer and not the actual device. However, if you decide you want to contact customer service you need to do it only online. You can not call customer support to speak with someone to help you troubleshoot your magicJack. This throws up a red flag for many potential clients.

On a good note, the magicJack actually does what it claims to do. The magicJack allows you to make phone calls from your computer without any additional charges. You pay about $40 for the first year of service and the magicJack device, each additional year costs about $20. So, all in all it is a reasonable offer. However, you can not use the phone that is connected to the magicJack unless the computer is on and connected to the internet. In order for you to be able to make a phone call using the magicJack the computer can not be in suspend, sleep or hibernation mode. It has to be active. This is another problem for many consumers because they do not want to have their computer on at all times, nor are they able to keep the computer awake, so to speak.

As with any purchase that is made, the results of the purchase will always vary even a little bit. The same holds true with the magicJack. As long as your expectations for the magicJack are within reason, you will likely enjoy the service that it provides its subscribers. With the easy installation even the novice computer person can install the magicJack and enjoy unlimited local and long distance calls from their computer.