Calling Directly from Computer with Google Voice?
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Ferrari
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Maybe he is mistaking Google Talk over Google Voice?
Google Talk is an instant messaging client that you can install on your computer or smartphones and it allows you to chat with online friends and even call them via VoIP.
On the other hand, Google Voice requires an existing phone number and it adds new features: online voice-mail, text messaging, call screening, call forwarding etc. You still need a phone to use Google Voice.
And yes, sound delay may be experienced while using GT just like Skype or Viber.
Google Talk is an instant messaging client that you can install on your computer or smartphones and it allows you to chat with online friends and even call them via VoIP.
On the other hand, Google Voice requires an existing phone number and it adds new features: online voice-mail, text messaging, call screening, call forwarding etc. You still need a phone to use Google Voice.
And yes, sound delay may be experienced while using GT just like Skype or Viber.
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Google voice does not require an existing phone number. You can port one if you want but they will let you pick a new number. Never had a delay. Don't need a phone either.
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I use skype and never had a problem with that. it fulfills all my requirements
Ferrari
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In order to use GV to full capacity you have to do that.
I agree.You have two options when selecting a Google Voice, number porting your existing number or selecting a new Google number.
Number porting is a feature in which your existing mobile number will become your Google Voice number. It allows you to take advantage of the full set of the Google Voice features like, one number to ring all of your phones, online voice mail, and more.
Btw: Google doesn't port landline numbers.
Current Google Voice Account Types:
Google Voice Account Types - Google Voice Help
