What is an OBi device?

The OBi provides its users with control and convenience by combining a broadband Internet connection with VoIP from the comfort of a regular home phone. The OBiTALK web portal makes it easy to set-up the service and start using it to make and receive calls on the phone attached to the OBi.

How much does OBi cost?

Obihai provided instructions to first port your home phone to a temporary mobile phone and then port it over to Google Voice. The system requires an Obi device, which cost from $38 to $75 on Amazon.

Does OBi still work with Google Voice?

The OBi200 and OBi202 support up to four (4) VoIP services like Google Voice, Anveo, PhonePower, VoIPms and a multitude of ‘Bring Your Own Device’ Internet phone services. Get the lowest cost local and international calls with service providers of your choice.

What happened to Obihai?

Both prior companies were acquired by Cisco Systems, in 2000 and 2005 respectively, and integrated into that company’s Linksys division. Linksys was sold to Belkin in 2013. In January 2018, Polycom acquired Obihai.

Why to use VoIP phones?

4 Ways VoIP Cuts Costs and Simplifies Communication Reduce Communication Expenses with a Single Provider. A VoIP phone system typically brings cost savings by cutting business phone bill expenses. Lessen Internal IT and Support Burdens. With a hosted VoIP solution, the provider manages and maintains the network, hardware and software. Increase ROI with Efficient Payment Models.

Can I use a normal phone for VoIP?

It is a fast and flexible telephony solution and in fact, you can use a normal phone with VoIP. To do this, however, you must have the right supporting equipment that will work with your choice of VoIP system. Firstly, VoIP requires a broadband internet connection to work.

How does a VoIP phone work?

A VoIP phone works by taking your analog voice and converting it into digital packets that are then transmitted across a network using. VoIP phones can also convert digital packets in analog voice streams.

How to power VOIP phones?

Get a VoIP phone adapter. Note that you cannot use an ordinary (PSTN) phone unless it specifically mentions VoIP or Skype.