The MagicJack Giveaway

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I take on review gear with the best of intentions, but frequently find myself short on time or just plain distracted. And for that I apologize to the magicJack folks who provided me a device at the CTIA show nearly a year ago. So, before any more time passes, I figured the best thing to do is get this unit out to someone who will appreciate it.

MagicJack is a small USB doohickey, which works with both Windows and OS X, that allows you to make unlimited calls to the US and Canada. You’ll also be issued a phone number, with an area code of your choosing, to receive calls. A typical/traditional phone can be plugged directly into the magicJack (get it? magic jack) or the software can be used Skype-like with a headset. $40 gets you magicJack and a year of service; additional years of connectivity run $20/each. (Of course, this particular unit will cost one lucky ZNF reader nothing.) The company seems to be on a tear – the PC Mag Editors’ Choice has moved over 2 million units. Although, not without experiencing some growing pains.

Entering the giveaway is as easy as it gets, simply leave a comment. (US residents in the lower 48 only, please.) We’ll choose the winner at random in a few days.

72 thoughts on “The MagicJack Giveaway”

  20. As a VoIP geek, this device has always intrigued me and bothered me at the same time. Count me in and I’ll take it for a spin.

  26. Sounds like a good deal to me. I know a few people who have it and love it. I wish I had cable internet and not DSL or I would have bought it already. With cable internet I could get rid of my landline and since I am out of work that would be a big help. I guess I can always use it just for LD and save there..

    Joe

  27. Count me in – I’ve used the MagicJack with no problem until I spilled a drink on it. I bought several for Christmas presents when Radio Shack had a $10 off deal.

    Good back up for the cell phone.

  37. Nice! My father has one. Works pretty darn well and is a good Vonage alternative with the right cordless phone system.

  38. I love ZNF giveaways. I’m interested to see how MagicJack stacks up against Vonage since Vonage recently increased their rates for the 500 minute plan.

  51. Maybe if I win it, it will send a signal out that disables all my TVs from playing their commercial and I will then have peace!! Don’t know who is worse, Billy May’s or the Mel guy on Magic Jack!!!
    Ron P

  54. A good product that had company growing problems; however the fee of $1.67 per month for unlimited telephone calls throughout the USA & Canada will change telephone service across both North American countries.

  68. I’ve been curious about this for some time, but since their ads have a shamwow feel to them, I’ve been hesitant.

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