Have you ever wished that voice calls from the computer to a landline would eventually be free? Most internet users are guilty of this. But then, wish no more because what you are asking for is now a reality, at least for certain countries for now.
Skype’s All-In-One Pro package is the answer to your wish. Lucky for those web users in countries where Skype is now available. For those in countries without Skype yet, just be patient because will eventually get there. Who knows, it will already be there when you least expect it.
About the package
Anyhow, the Skype Pro is a new bundled package that offers zero cents per minute rate for calls to domestic landlines. It is actually a premium subscription package for SkypeOut that lets users call from their Skype softphone to landline and mobile phones around the world. It has wonderful features and it also gives discounts on Skype-certified hardware. The bundling of services is a great and convenient way to let consumers enjoy various perks not previously experienced with the one-by-one marketing strategy.
With Skype Pro, subscribers can still enjoy the free features Skype is known for. Voice and video calls, instant messages, file transfer, conference calls involving up to ten people and participation in Skypecasts or live moderated conversations involving up to 100 people can be made between Skype users with no charges whatsoever.
Skype Pro also allows users to call landlines and mobile phones worldwide at very low rates. Just imagine this, you get to avail of its zero per minute call, free voicemail, great discounts on Skypein numbers, affordably priced Skype accessories plus five euros of Skype credit for those who will subscribe for five months. Additional discounts can be had on several Skype Extras like desktop sharing, avatars, emoticons and ringtones. The monthly subscription rate to Skype Pro is very low at only two Euros.
During its initial launch in late 2006, Skype Pro was available only in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Portugal, Spain and the U.K. Hopefully this 2007, other countries outside Europe will be able to enjoy Skype’s services.
Unmatched features
Unlike the other software of the same kind, Skype’s Pro package is truly unique even though it may vary from region to region. Let’s see what gives Skype the edge over its closest rivals such as Google, Yahoo!, DSL and cable.
First, it lets subscribers make free calls to other Skype users from around the globe with high audio quality. Second, it allows users to make calls from PC to landline or mobile phones at super low rates and with only a small connection fee required. Third, Skype’s pricing structure is unbeatable because it gives real value for your money. The Skype Pro or the premium subscription package, for instance, offers more perks at a lower price. Subscribers get the chance to purchase additional Skype paid for products at a lesser price. This package also takes away the per-minute charges for Skypeout calls to domestic landlines. And what’s more, the global dialing rate to certain countries is cut by up to 65 percent.
The price of the Skype Pro all-in-one package is very reasonable at a mere two Euros per month. Whenever you make a call, you only pay a flat rate of 3.9 Euro cents as connection regardless of how long your call will take. There is, however, a fair-use policy that puts a limit to call time per month at three thousand minutes or 50 hours.
So come to think about it, it’s an advantage for frequent Skype users to choose the fixed-rate subscription instead of paying per call because of the great savings they can make. For those calling abroad, Skype’s PC-to-landline/mobile phone calls are well discounted. This Skype Pro package, therefore, is highly recommended for heavy Skype users notably those who use the service to call landlines in the U.K.
Installation is not such a big problem here as well. Skype allows for quick and easy installation because interested subscribers won’t have to answer a long list of questions to be registered. Once a user is logged in, he or she can already begin adding contacts to his list.
Good performance
With Skype’s one-of-a-kind premium package, it would be no surprise if the number of people using the standard telephone will diminish in the coming years. Most people today own computers at home and in the office so why not make full use of the PC’s capabilities?
Skype Pro remains to be of excellent quality as the software and settings are still the same. The clear audio line at 128 kbps is attributed to Skype’s Peer to Peer technologies that send the data. Calls are also not limited to just Mac users but also Windows, Linux, Pocket PC and OSX. Audio conferencing or the simultaneous chatting of up to five people is even possible for Windows and Linux users. If you want to test its performance, you can download the software and try the free service. Many users will attest that the call quality is superior much like that of a landline but for a lesser rate.
If you’re using a broadband internet connection or a better line, you won’t really miss your traditional telephone due to the clear audio communication. You won’t even notice a lag, if any. Security and privacy are likewise ensured. No more unsolicited messages as all communications – voice, instant messages and files – are encrypted using AES. If you also want to block annoying users, you can do so with just two clicks.
This premium package is very simple and easy to use because there’s no change to the software. For heavy users who make, for instance, four 30-minute calls to U.K. landlines every month, the Skype Pro is very ideal with or without the voicemail service. The five-month package rate of 9.20 pounds already provides great savings.
Communicating with people across the globe has never been this easy. Instead of accumulating huge phone bills keeping in touch with friends and family abroad, why not swap to Skype Pro and enjoy longer hours of free and lower rate calls. With Skype’s affordable package, who else would want any other internet telephony system? This is the thing to use now and not later.
Yes Skype’s packages are very low. Everyone can afford it. Hats off to Skype, it has made life easy.
Skype is great in all respects. I love using it. The services and features are simply marvelous and the free service on IM is superb.
Skype is heading. Why? Because it is cost-saving and above all, has free calling system on the IM. It attracts me a lot.