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5 Elements that Affect Voice Quality in VoIP Calls

By Carlota Vilalva October 30, 2017

Everyone that has experienced the impeccable voice quality of landline phones has certainly complained, at some point, about the quality of the sound during VoIP calls. Since the first Skype call was made, there has been lots of improvement in the quality and reliability of VoIP calls. However, there are still a few things that can influence the quality of your call. Here are the 5 main factors that have an impact on voice quality during VoIP calls and tips on what can be done to boost your calling experience: 1. Bandwidth is key Internet connection is the main factor that affects voice quality in VoIP conversations. The kind of bandwidth used for VoIP is crucial for a voice call system’s success. Dial-up connections are slower and consequently will not deliver the expected quality. On the other hand, broadband connections provide a much higher voice quality, as long as it is not being…

Guides & Tips

VoIP System: What Benefits Can it Bring to Your Business?

By Carlota Vilalva October 30, 2017

Business owners are always looking for different ways to cut costs and increase their profits. So, if you own a big or small company, you are surely not an exception and know that every cent makes a difference when it comes to the balance sheet. That is why, when an opportunity to reduce your phone bill comes up, it is imperative to grab it. This is where Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) comes in. This technology allows your voice to travel via the Internet by transforming it into a digital signal. When this signal arrives to the person you are calling, it is converted back to the traditional phone signal, making the conversation possible. Among the numerous advantages that VoIP can offer your business is the enabling of free local or international calls through the web. There are a few VoIP providers that put limits on their service, like only…

Market Trends

5 VoIP Trends to Keep an Eye On in 2017

By Carlota Vilalva October 30, 2017

After realizing the advantages that Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) can bring through, especially associated with budgets, an ever-increasing number of organizations and companies are shifting to Internet telephony services. With VoIP technology advancing at full speed, the industry is expected to grow even more this year. In view of that, providers and consumers should wisely take into consideration the following 5 VoIP trends that will define the industry in 2017. 1) 5G is around the corner Even though the imminent move from 4G to 5G technology is unlikely to occur before 2020, providers will surely start talking and making noise about it in 2017. The incorporation of 5G will bring far more benefits than just an upgrade to faster speeds. It will completely revolutionize how carriers deliver communications. Although this may not affect the speed and safety of VoIP in the office, it will bring many benefits for people…

Telecom News

Robocall Solution and the Impact on Small VoIP Providers

By Alex Pritsert October 30, 2017

Since 2014 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has been demanding that the telecommunications industry in the US come up with a solution to the growing and disturbing problem of fraudulent robocalls and telephone spoofing. As a result, the proposed Shaken & Stir authentication solution was developed jointly by the SIP Forum, the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) and the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). However, the American Cable Association (ACA) warns that the solution must be cost-effective for smaller VoIP providers. The association, which represents small and mid-sized telecom companies, suggests that the FCC obtain more information from the industry and that small VoIP providers be involved in the evaluation of its cost-effectiveness before it is approved. It stated that if the robocall solution is adopted, members might need extra time to implement it. ACA’s reaction is a result of FCC’s new chairman, Ajit Pai’s determination in carrying out strong measures…