Lingo Business Telephone – Lingo VOIP Business Telephone Review
VOIP Busienss Telephone Line
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I’ve been using Voice Over IP (VOIP) services even before the capability to assign a phone number existed. Technology has definitely come a very long way.
Before I get into Lingo VOIP service, if you have not read my article on the realistic needs of having a business telephone line (stuff nobody ever tells), check it out first.
Lingo features include the basic voice mail, call waiting, three way calling, call forwarding, speed dialing, and the like. They have undoubtedly gone overboard to compete in the marketplace with some new and advanced features.
One advanced feature I utilize quite often is the new free international calling to just about any country you can think of. Their on-line account management and call tracking has actually been a ‘deal saver’ to me. There will come a time when a client is adamant about you missing some sort of conference call or telephone meeting. In my defense, I did a screen shot of the phone log, sent it over and, that was that.
Portability! If I’m on the road, my lingo goes with me. As long as I have an internet connection and a laptop, I’m good to go. Not to mention, you can set it to forward to any number if you are offline. My cell number or my assistant’s number is usually what I do.
To receive phone calls, you simply plug your standard telephone into the jack (just like a wall jack) and that’s it. When I travel, however, I do not carry a phone with me. Lingo provides a free ‘SoftPhone’ application that lets you use your computer as telephone. You only need a headset and mic. Headsets are cheap (although I recommend a USB headset vs. the headsets that come with 2 jacks).
The downfall - pricing and faxing. The first month free is a definite plus and the $30 or so dollars your saving with free equipment and free shipping is comparable to a little more than 2 months of service for free. The residential line is $24 p/month with business unlimited at a crazy $78 p/month.
TIP: When you order, order a residential account. It’s all the same technology and features. They just label it differently. Ready to try them out?
For faxing, you’ll get the occasional bad connection error. Where broadband and technology meets todays needs, all the VOIP services seem to lack in reliable faxing solutions. Maybe they ‘throttle’ this on residential accounts. I’ve never signed up for a business account so I can’t say. If anyone has information on this, please do share.
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