Can the magicJack Really Replace Landline Phones for Seniors?
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2024
- Struggling with increasingly expensive phone bills but want to keep your home landline? Not ready to make the jump to mobile-only phone service?
Learn how to reduce your monthly costs significantly while maintaining great call quality and keeping your current number. This video shows how the magicJack phone adapter allows you to use your existing phones over the internet for a fraction of the price of traditional service. See the simple set-up process and hear recommendations specific to the needs of seniors and their caregivers. Find out how magicJack keeps you connected affordably.
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🕰️Timeline:
0:00 Introduction
2:23 Installing on Computer USB
3:30 Setting up Your Account
4:50 Important Account Settings
8:33 Installing on a Wifi Router
10:14 Pros and Cons for Older Adults
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Great video! To clarify many questions regarding WiFi:
If not plugged into your computer, you don't need WiFi, but you do need an Ethernet port (RJ45).
Magicjack does not use WiFi, but most WiFi routers have a few RJ45 ports on the back.
If you are in senior living, or a motel room, all you need is an Ethernet port (RJ45) and a place to plug in the power adapter.
The Ethernet port (RJ45) looks a lot like the old phone jacks (RJ11), but wider to make room for more connectors.
We just installed one for my mom and she is so happy with it. She doesn’t have to remember where her cell phone is or anything like that so it is definitely worth it so she doesn’t miss any calls now.
Nice! Thanks for sharing your success!
@@GrayingWithGrace thank you but all the credit goes to my sister who did the research
That's the same reason I HAVE to have a landline.
Nice job explaining everything so clearly!
Thank You!
This video is super helpful! Thank you for taking the time to create and post it. 🙂
I'm so glad it helped!
It's simply a VoIP ATA, or Analog Telephone Adapter. Others exist on the market. This one just has its own VoIP service to compliment it and sell it as a nice bundled product. Nothing wrong with that at all, quite good actually, but there are alternative devices out there depending on people's needs. Depending on what you get, and/or with some modifications, it's possible to get rotary dial phones working on VoIP.
thank You sir for the clear explanation and set up of this device, will get one soon : ) Peace
You are very welcome. Thrilled I could help!
Cool. Thoroughly stated and simplely described with detail
Great video, very informative. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
If you're worried about cost, check your Internet connection. You might already have home phone included. That's the case here, where my home phone is included in my Internet and TV bundle from the cable company. As for power, traditional PSTN is dying, so that will be a concern, no matter how you get your home phone. You can use a UPS to keep your end of the connection up.
BTW, I'm 70 and have no problems dealing with tech.
Good point... some companies do bundle internet phone with their internet service!
The way to prevent loss of phone service during a power outage is to use an uninterrupted power supply to power the router, modem and magic jack or other voip phone system. It can keep the phone working for several hours depending on the size of the UPS.
Thanks good video . My first MJ I even used it on a lite internet when my carrier offered it. Then they switched to the regular service for the same price. I never had any issues with my MJ even on the lite internet service. 73
Can a person just download an app to use magicJack do you need an actual device
@@Iambriangregory I think you must have an account. I had three MJs one was given to me and then they came out with a computer less device. I lost the password and don't remember which email I used. In the past I used a separate yahoo account. 73
@@ronb6182 GREAT RESPONSE!ty u need hardware? Plug in u think,?
@@Iambriangregory oh sorry for the delay I went and looked online you need to Google Magic Jack app and it will tell you how much for what you want. I believe the app is free and you can talk all you want but to get a phone number you will have to pay I believe monthly. I don't know how much magic Jack you want. I myself would like to use my dongle and hook up my own phones. I have to reset my password if I can remember which email I used. The dongle will ring a regular land line phone like a Western electric or automatic electric which GTE bought out years ago then changed to Verizon another years ago. 73
@@Iambriangregorythe only hardware is the phone. The jack comes with everything you need to hook to your computer. Once set up you don't need to use the computer. Just place log in information in a safe place. 73
Thank you! I am pretty good with technology but I would have really struggled with the usability of this company's tech if not for your video!
Glad I could help! It is a bit antiquated!
How to fix error 1 and get installed with existing home phone service?
I've watched your video and this is GREAT!!!! THANK YOU!!!! Does MagicJack work with a fax machine, in sending faxes please? I watched you set this up...is there a monthly/yearly fee with MagicJack? Which plan/price would be best for a 2-person family? Thank you again!!!!!
Yes. If it works for regular phone calls you should be able to send faxes also per their website. There is an annual subscription fee that is a flat fee for service - they don't really have varying plans.
Would it work on a android TV Box ? I have AT&T DSL.
I have had majicJack for many years. I did have to use Windows to set it up. I run it on the router. Now that I only use Linux, someday this setup will fail and I won't replace it. However, it seems to want to run forever. I set it up to replace a DSL phone LOL.
@@mikewright9210 I did the original install from the original software disc. After I moved it to Ethernet it didn't matter.
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Thanks for the suggestion.
I've had issues using the MJ with my HP /printer/fax machine. It's been a couple of years that I tried the MJ again, but when I got a newer HP all-in-one printer is when I had the issues. I was told by MJ that it did not work with analog printers. Any thoughts. I really want to port my LL (it's a bus #) to the MJ, but I need the fax capability. Can you help? By the way you're very clear with your instructions! Any suggestions to use the MJ for a fax line? Thanks.
Why didn't he respond to you? This is what makes other viewers wary. I'm very glad you posted your question because it makes others aware -- including me!!!
Were you able able to find a solution?
@@morningraindrops Yes. The best solution was to get rid of MJ. MJ does not work with some HP printers, the phone line is analog and is not recognized with the type of HP all-in-one printer that I have. Switched to OOMA digital (landline) phone and it works great. The techs answer the phone when you call w/questions. The basic cost a year is the same as MJ. So solution solved. Plus Ooma has better quality sound.
I liked the MJ when I had 6 years of service. The first year was included with the dongle. Then you could buy five more years. I liked the idea I never got one sales call using MJ. I also used a pulse phone and the MJ rang the phone. I had to use the computer to dial out. 73
I have antique phones so OOMA is out. 73
Thanks for the video - sounds like a good option! We've been using an Obi202 with Google Voice for years, but a lightning strike damaged our Obi202 device, so we are looking at alternatives, and this seems to be one of the least expensive.
We do have a couple questions that perhaps you can answer:
1. If you don't need or want the 911 service (we never had it with our Obi202), are you still required to pay a monthly 911 fee?
2. We want to keep our Google Voice number, and would probably configure Google Voice to forward incoming calls to our new MagicJack phone number. When we make outgoing calls, however, using Magic Jack, can we spoof the outgoing number to make it appear that the call is coming from our Google Voice number? There was a screen in the video where you could enter the Caller ID name. Does that screen also allow you to enter the Caller ID phone number?
Thanks much!
As of February, 2024, Magic Jack was still charging for 911 service.
@@captainjohn787it should be included in the cost of the MJ. My wife's trac fone pays the 911 when you buy time at the register. I would think MJ does something similar. 73
Plz can some one add an AMAZON LINK for a simple cordless phone that works with magic jack...thank you.
This one I have personally used on a magicJack: amzn.to/486imW5 (paid link).
See this video too: ua-cam.com/video/3uCYppIRK90/v-deo.html I tested these phones out on a magicJack and all worked fine.
Can a person just download an app to use magicJack do you need an actual device
I used to have MagicJack and will return. I'm sure my old gadgets won't work.
I have heard that many of the Americans who retired in the Philippines use Magic Jack to call the U.S.A. What about receiving SMS 2-factor authentication text messages for accessing our bank accounts though?
That’s a tough one. Sorry but check with magicIack for this answer.
@@GrayingWithGrace I just contacted them. They said magic jack app on your cell phone can only receive texts from ten digit phone numbers. They said short verification codes like the ones sent from your bank will not work. Don't waste your money on magic jack. It only replaces a land line.
I used magic jack and the magic jack app while in China. The app allowed me to text and talk. It's been a few years since I used it overseas, although I'm sure it still works wherever you are as long as you have service or WiFi.
I need that where i get it
You can buy direct from magicJack or at Amazon. See the links above In the comments and description !
Frustrating the mg site is still down!! Then unable to log in not take incoming calls.
looks like it is up now...
What happens when your internet goes down, or your computer crashes? You still wont have a "landline" with this service.
Correct. That is one of the drawbacks mentioned in the video. You can connect it to a router to eliminate the computer part of it. But yes internet is required.
You'd need a backup power supply for power outages.
That's the reason I'm so upset that they are discontinuing traditional landlines.
I want to keep my current phone number, at what point do I cancel my phone service with ATT and will ATT keep my current phone number?
I believe when they port (or move) your number to magicJack that should notify ATT to cancel. BUT, I would follow up with ATT after you get the confirmation that the transfer is complete.
Jack worked very good for me till i found a cell tha that worked were i live
I don't understand how we would set this up if not using the computer.
Also, how many devices can we connect? I have six corded and cordless phones throughout my house. They are necessary to ensure calls are picked up. The corded phones provide back-up in case the cordless ones are not in their place because people didn't put them back.
You might need to turn off some ringers especially if using old phones with real bells.73
Would magic Jack work if plugged in a WiFi extender? Thanks ....Update, I was successfully able to activate magic jack through my wifi extender.
I don't believe so. It needs to be plugged into the router or your computer specifically. If anyone has tried this, chime in!
Thank you for responding. Very informative video.
How can I connect 2 phones to MJ? One in my office & one in my BR?
Can a person just download an app to use magicJack do you need an actual device
Do I need a WiFi router for magic Jack or WiFi hot spot?
Can a person just download an app to use magicJack do you need an actual device
If not plugged into your computer, you don't need WiFi, but you do need an Ethernet port (RJ45).
Magicjack does not use WiFi, but most WiFi routers have a few RJ45 ports on the back.
If you are in senior living, or a motel room, all you need is an Ethernet port (RJ45) and a place to plug in the power adapter.
The Ethernet port (RJ45) looks a lot like the old phone jacks (RJ11), but wider to make room for more connectors.
First of all; There ARE people in this country (and world) who hate computers and digital devices! (How do you do)! And... NOBODY EVER reveals the BAD aspects of "DIGITAL" devices. I myself have been FORCED to learn much more about digital than I ever wanted. That makes me about 1/10 as savy about all this invasion in our lives than the devil would prefer. Now, Secondly, I am not discrediting "Magic-Jack" (I am discrediting all the lies and inconvenience and unreliability that digital things force upon us. (Again NOT referring to "Magic -Jack"). However, as you mentioned... this device needs to be connected to a computer. What you did not mention, is that "The Computer" MUST be connected to the internet. AND the computer MUST be be incompliance with ALL the obnoxious, irritating, over -complicated, AND EXPENSIVE digital protocols and/or services before ANY digital thing will work! Now the word "WORK"... is far too dangerous an area to discuss...(which is precisely what the devil perfers! (NOBODY SAYS ANYTHING BAD ABOUT DIGITAL)! I happen to be a retired (telephone company employee)... AND although you are doing a beautiful job of explaining all this... There are a number of things of important things that I feel duty -bound to announce. BUT I CAN'T...CAN I! (Again, exactly what the Devil wants). All that I can say, is that; we must all be very Very careful of what we are graciously offered as an alternative to analogue technology. And in conclusion, I'd like to say that I enjoyed my "Magic-Jack" which I still have stored in a box. I thought it was a very interesting device, and clever. BUT... always be mindful of the always "UNMENTIONED" and DANGEROUS digtal Aura that surrounds ALL digital equipment. (I do wish I could be more specific). I wish you all God's love...and protection!
Don’t hesitate to call a therapist if you need help
Thank you for your kind consideration, perhaps you could send another little gem like that over to Israel. I'm sure it would be just as appreciated, and resolve the problem just as well! God bless!
@@syoung20001 Same to you
@@mermaidsmonsters1017 I was speaking "SPIRITUALLY" my dear... (NOT ELECTRONICALLY) that last paragraph! AND, EVERYTHING he says is the absolute truth! That's WHY I was (admitted) quite BOLD to phrase it that way. But I can see how you might have been confused.(May he protect us all)!
He said Mac or Windows. If the government would do it all, one would not have to worry about Mac or Windows, since it would be United States or nothing!
MagicJack has pretty terrible reviews... Not sure what to think.
Call quality has always been an issue with MagicJack, I used to be a tech support thru chat
Thanks for the insight. I've not had any problems with mine personally but I also have very good and fast internet service. That might be the difference.
OP thanks for your comment. I'm having a lot of problems with cell service and the last thing I want to do it get a whole new bunch of troubles and headaches! You really helped me out a lot today. Thank you!
Usually any sound quality issues with it are from the quality of the internet speed its connected to... its the Upload speeds that matter with VOIP like MJ and not just speed but Jitter levels as well can make audio have drop outs and sound like Darth Vader in a tin can.. the hardware itself is capable of crystal clear audio as good or better than most real phones.