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GrooVe IP - Directly call US and Canada free using Google Talk

I have been looking for the Android equivalent of Talkatone on the iPhone for a while. Talkatone allows you to make direct calls via gtalk (without callback to cell phone which uses up cell phone minutes).
The Android equivalent App is called GooVe IP:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.gvoip
Well worth the money!

But is not available. For India
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There is also NetTalk. It's free and you can find it on the market or here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1054337
I wonder if one works better than the other...

treefrog321 said:
There is also NetTalk. It's free and you can find it on the market or here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1054337
I wonder if one works better than the other...
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Even that doesn't work for India. If someone has tried it successfully then let know
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Try nimbuzz
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Try nimbuzz
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Nettalk work from india to us not for calling in india but grove ip not work in both way
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drbhavesh said:
Nettalk work from india to us not for calling in india but grove ip not work in both way
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Does skype work from India?

Only nettalk works from india to us mobie and landline
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tsuda said:
I have been looking for the Android equivalent of Talkatone on the iPhone for a while. Talkatone allows you to make direct calls via gtalk (without callback to cell phone which uses up cell phone minutes).
The Android equivalent App is called GooVe IP:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.gvoip
Well worth the money!
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treefrog321 said:
There is also NetTalk. It's free and you can find it on the market or here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1054337
I wonder if one works better than the other...
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I am wondering the same thing. Here is one important difference.
Net Talk - You will not receive a phone number-outgoing calls only
GrooVe IP - app supports making and receiving calls using Wi-Fi and/or 3G/4G data connections. It works via Google Voice.
I think I will take a chance on GrooVe IP.

Explore3 said:
I am wondering the same thing. Here is one important difference.
Net Talk - You will not receive a phone number-outgoing calls only
GrooVe IP - app supports making and receiving calls using Wi-Fi and/or 3G/4G data connections. It works via Google Voice.
I think I will take a chance on GrooVe IP.
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nettalk app doesn't make use of the proximity sensor so it kind of sucks in the respect that it leaves the touch screen functional while running. I've been bitten by this a couple of times...
I might try out grooveip as I've seen several people say that it's decent.
I WAS going to try out skype, but now that M$ got their sticky fingers on them...

cutterjohn said:
nettalk app doesn't make use of the proximity sensor so it kind of sucks in the respect that it leaves the touch screen functional while running. I've been bitten by this a couple of times...
I might try out grooveip as I've seen several people say that it's decent.
I WAS going to try out skype, but now that M$ got their sticky fingers on them...
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You can use power button to lock the screen.
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nice software

4silvertooth said:
You can use power button to lock the screen.
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hmmm... I'd always thought that doing so put the device into sleep mode...

cutterjohn said:
hmmm... I'd always thought that doing so put the device into sleep mode...
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But the app would still be running I don't know I haven't tried it. But logically even if I lock screen all downloads music still works.
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I love groove. But 3g calling only works if your provider allows voip. And virgin doesn't.....
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4silvertooth said:
But the app would still be running I don't know I haven't tried it. But logically even if I lock screen all downloads music still works.
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I'll have to try it, as other than not using the proximity sensor nettalk works fine for me on wifi, and with my usually crappy 3G here I don't believe that ANY app will work over 3G for me...
I'll post back with the results next time I use it unless someone beats me to it...

Going to travel overseas, need some opinions.

Ok here's my dilemma, in about a month I'm going over to parts of Europe/on a cruise. I plan to take my phone and wanted to see what options I had. I've been back and forth on devices but settled on the nexus s since it gave me the best overall experience however I am now stuck with the fact I don't have wifi calling. I planned on using that on the cruise to call out and at my hotels where wifi will be available. Do I have other options? Can I use my phone and do Google voice to call/text?
Side note if I don't figure this out I was either considering trying the sensation or maybe getting a xoom since I wanted a tablet but again can I use Google voice at least to call or text? Or just get a cheapy phone that does wifi calling like a blackberry and go with that?
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you can send texts via wifi. if you link google voice with your phone, you can log into g voice via browser on your phone and then send texts. I'm not sure about making calls though.

Can't you do SIP WiFi calling? Setup options under Settings --> call settings --> accounts Add Account
That's assuming you have a SIP line?
Skype is another option...

he can do that, but he will still be charged for it. idk if that's what op had in mind or not.

If you're getting free Wifi on the boat or hotel, you can use Google Voice to send SMS for no additional cost. You cannot make voice calls over GV without roaming charges on your T-Mobile bill.
To make voice calls, either set up a SIP account or sign up for Skype and use that over free Wifi.

T-Mobile nexus s ? If so the wifi calling app will work ....otherwise Skype tango oovoo fring
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newspeak said:
T-Mobile nexus s ? If so the wifi calling app will work ....otherwise Skype tango oovoo fring
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There isn't a wifi calling app...

Forget I said that..... I haven't tried to use it since I had my vibrant so I assumed it was available for the nexus s
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There should be a hacked wifi calling app available..I'm pretty sure I saw it in the dev forum, so just dig it up. Of course u'll have to be rooted. I'm using wifi calling on my nexus one right now from Pakistan.
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uansari1 said:
There should be a hacked wifi calling app available..I'm pretty sure I saw it in the dev forum, so just dig it up. Of course u'll have to be rooted. I'm using wifi calling on my nexus one right now from Pakistan.
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No wifi calling for nexus s.
Nexus S & G2X

Thanks just dug up the thread and saw that development has been stalled. Hopefully it'll be available in the future.
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Line2 is an option.

I'm just going to borrow my friends G2 or BB and use the wifi calling feature.

SGS II Internet Calling Quality

Hi All, I am just newly shifting from HTC Desire HD to SGS II. I used to use internet calling through BRIA application over 3G on my desire HD phone without any voice quality issues. Trying the same on SGS II, I noticed that while I can hear the other side clearly, they cannot hear me at all! I loved my new phone though I ended up holding both 4+ inch screen phones to manage all my internet intl. Calls on my old phone! Has anyone experienced same problems with internet calling on SGS II? Please share if there is any specific settings needs to be adjusted.
Additional observation, meanwhile my Desire HD has some options for internet calling under Settings/Call, the SGS II doesn't! Where can I find the normal Internet Calling Setting gs on it?
Thanks all, & Have a great day!
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Nour826 said:
Hi All, I am just newly shifting from HTC Desire HD to SGS II. I used to use internet calling through BRIA application over 3G on my desire HD phone without any voice quality issues. Trying the same on SGS II, I noticed that while I can hear the other side clearly, they cannot hear me at all! I loved my new phone though I ended up holding both 4+ inch screen phones to manage all my internet intl. Calls on my old phone! Has anyone experienced same problems with internet calling on SGS II? Please share if there is any specific settings needs to be adjusted.
Additional observation, meanwhile my Desire HD has some options for internet calling under Settings/Call, the SGS II doesn't! Where can I find the normal Internet Calling Setting gs on it?
Thanks all, & Have a great day!
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I use Ooma and the call quality's great over 3/4G and Wi-Fi. The call quality's not as good if the signal's weak but that's to be expected.

Seems strange! As i'm using the highest speed internet data plan (21M) H+!
What codecs are you using for calls over 3G? I am using G729 as I heard it is the best 3G codec. BRIA Even are selling it separately away of their application price to those willing to have very good quality over 3G! But seems this is not the problem as I am using same settings on both phones!
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There is an app called cSipsimple in the market.it works with any voip and voice quality is great. It has a function to integrate with your dialer if you want. You will need to configure the mic because SGS2 has two mics.one at the top and one at the bottom.these software tends to use the upper mic by default.there is also another option to activate the default integrated sip function that comes with the phone.only fault, it seems to use the upper mic (close to the phone jack).i can't remember if this can be configured.
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a67543210 said:
There is an app called cSipsimple in the market.it works with any voip and voice quality is great. It has a function to integrate with your dialer if you want. You will need to configure the mic because SGS2 has two mics.one at the top and one at the bottom.these software tends to use the upper mic by default.there is also another option to activate the default integrated sip function that comes with the phone.only fault, it seems to use the upper mic (close to the phone jack).i can't remember if this can be configured.
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Gave it a try! It is working great! Really thank you!
Though, still needs to understand about the mics issue! Does it mean this application uses different mic than BRIA is configured to use! Couldn't get this as a Non-Specialist. Can a headphone speaker with a mic solve the problem?
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Is there an app that can call without using our minutes?

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Viber, but the one u called need to have it too

I don't know if this helps but using wifi calling doesn't use your minutes.

corpsetomb said:
I don't know if this helps but using wifi calling doesn't use your minutes.
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It actually does unless you have one of the REALLY old plans.

Groove ip.
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Alex9090 said:
Groove ip.
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Would this be an alternative to wificalling? I am running CM7 that doesn't have wificalling but i travel a lot to different countries. Can I forward all my text messages and receive calls?

Don't know about texts. It uses your google voice account. You can make and receive calls over wifi and 3g/4g. Quality is alright and it doesn't use your minutes.

Thanks guys !
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Google voice app for texts and Groove ip for voice calls will get the job done if you have a google voice number. No need for cellular minutes or SMS plan when you use this setup, but still need data (3G) or Wifi.
I used GrooveIP for a few days, but my girlfriend complained of echo on her end, even if I was on good wifi or 3G. So stopped using it and back to cellular minutes

[Q] Wifi calling - bloatware?

Hey guys,
Looking to upgrade to the Nexus 4 when it comes to stock. The only 'bloatware' I care on my current MyTouch4G is the wifi calling feature from TMO. Since this phone doesn't have any of the TMO bloatware, does that mean it does not have wifi calling built in?
It's a great feature for inside offices and homes, and I would like to keep it. This may be the 'break it or make it' factor in my phone decision. I've searched and have not had any success. Can someone confirm this? Thank you.

T-Mobile has said that they will not be releasing WiFi calling for the Nexus 4.
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dexim said:
T-Mobile has said that they will not be releasing WiFi calling for the Nexus 4.
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So there is absolutely no software from TMO on the Nexus 4 at all, right?
Thank you.

Sfkn2 said:
So there is absolutely no software from TMO on the Nexus 4 at all, right?
Thank you.
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That's correct. But T-Mobile WiFi calling isn't the only answer to your need. Look for Vonage app one the market. It's free, uses your mobile number to call out and the quality might be even better that what you're used to. It won't accept calls so for that you might have to check out some of the sip solutions if you need to receive calls on WiFi. Also, Vonage works over 3G/4G as well.
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obsanity said:
That's correct. But T-Mobile WiFi calling isn't the only answer to your need. Look for Vonage app one the market. It's free, uses your mobile number to call out and the quality might be even better that what you're used to. It won't accept calls so for that you might have to check out some of the sip solutions if you need to receive calls on WiFi. Also, Vonage works over 3G/4G as well.
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Thanks for the info. I mostly use wifi calling feature so that my text messages are not disabled while I'm in the office (bad reception)

Sfkn2 said:
Thanks for the info. I mostly use wifi calling feature so that my text messages are not disabled while I'm in the office (bad reception)
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Well in that case it's simple. Just use Google voice with your number. Google voice sends all text messages thought the internet connection whichever available at the time. The are some inconsistencies for MMS but once you port your number there are other benefits which I think outweigh the problems with MMS. Vonage app sends text messages through internet also.
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