How to Use an OBi Device with GoogleVoice

Make calls to other countries with Google Voice's incredibly low international rates using an OBi device and your broadband connection to the Internet.

Absolutely Convenient use of Google Voice on a telephone connected to the OBi device -- No PC required.

Amazingly Simple is the best way to describe how to get going with Google Voice on your OBi device. Just add your Gmail credential to the OBi110 and start making calls!

What You Need:
1. The OBi Device -- http://www.obihai.com/how-to-get.html .
2. Gmail username & password -- If you do not have this already,
3. A Telephone -- Make A Google Voice call using your everyday phone -- no need to be at your computer.

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[drewdaman13]

Will the OBi unit still be able to make calls when your computer is off?

[Obihai Tech]

Yes, you will be able to make calls when the computer is off. No computer is required to use the OBi (a computer browser is only used to set-up the initial config). The OBi devices are stand-alone, purpose-built products. Every OBi device has high availability and reliability. It is 'always-on' to make or receive a call. With every OBi device, a computer is not required and a computer does not need to be on to talk on the phone.

[beanpie0262]

Can I port my existing telephone number? I am not finished watching the vid so I am unsure if you address this or if you can shed some light on this.

[Obihai Tech]

Yes - you can port your number. There is a porting tutorial on Obihai Technology's web site. Check it out.

[gr33nman]

Can you dial out through google voice on the Obi110 or is this for incoming calls only?

[Obihai Tech]

With Google Voice (or any other VoIP service) you can make AND receive phone calls on the phone(s) attached to your OBi device.

[Andrew Crawford]

can I still use my existing land line telephone service? if so which model should I use?

[gauravnalavade]

My internet connection is restricted and cannot use VOIP service directly. I use a VPN connection to connect to a VOIP service. Will the OBi device work in my case?

[Obihai Tech]

Yes you can. Go for it! No need to deal with calling cards or expensive call back services. Just use your OBi and its configured VoIP services, like Google Voice.

[Obihai Tech]

Yes, The OBi devices are stand-alone, purpose-built products with a high-performance "system on a chip" platform to ensure high-quality voice conversations. Every OBi device has high availability and reliability. It is 'always-on' to make or receive a call. With every OBi device, a computer is not required and a computer does not need to be on to talk on the phone or use the OBi's powerful call routing features. To get started, all you need is a phone, power and a connection to the Internet.

[Obihai Tech]

There is absolutely no fee of any kind to use the OBi device. However, depending on the type(s) of commercial VoIP services you use, there may be a small fee. We recommend the use of Google Voice for free calling in the USA and Canada. we also recommend the following service providers for use with the OBi:  Anveo, Callcentric, VoIP.ms, CallWithUs, AcroVoice (Canada), VoicePulse. All of these service providers will be able to offer you great service.

[Obihai Tech]

It's easy to make an OBi-to-OBi call. Just dial **9 and the 9-digit OBi Number printed on the bottom of your OBi device. It's 100% free (Internet service fees notwithstanding).

[hey86x]

do we have to pay monthly or annual fee to use Obi device?