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Betty Rubble · Joined: 29 Apr 2007

Hey all-

Being a "newbie" I was wondering what the best/ cheapest way to call the states is. Any advice? I have been doing Windows Messenger and AIM messenger up until now, but they aren't working so great and only lead to frustration when the connection's no good.

Thanks!

Sophocles · Joined: 15 Mar 2007 Location: MetroSeoul

Try skype.

www.skype.com

I use it to call Canada for 2cents a minute. All you need is a headset which cost around 5,000-10,000 won. The quality's pretty good for the price.

Bibbitybop · Joined: 22 Feb 2006 Location: Seoul

Go to a local corner shop and buy a 10,000 won card that lists the USA. The one I get gives me 4 hours if I use a land-based line, or 1 hour 45 minutes if I use a handphone.

Milwaukiedave · Joined: 02 Oct 2004 Location: Goseong

Yell really loud...just kidding.

If you have a home phone you could go the calling card route as BB has suggested. If you have a computer at home and internet access you can sign up for a VOIP. I recommend Gizmo Project.

amberflannery · Joined: 25 Oct 2006

theres a really good calling card shop behind BK in itaewon- i got a 600 min phone card for $20

happygirl · Joined: 20 Feb 2006

I use Vonage VOIP. Unlimited calls to the US, Canada and the UK for $25 mo. Everyone I referred here has been happy. The quality is perfect. People I call are constantly amazed by the clarity.

The best thing is that I have a local US number for my parents to call me. All my friends in the US have nation-wide calling plans, or Vonage, so they can call me when it's a convenient time for them.

PM for details and I'll send you a referral to get a free month.

Okibum · Joined: 28 Jul 2006

I use Vonage as well. I will never go back to phone cards.

safeblad · Joined: 17 Jul 2006

skype + webcam - it makes the distance seem so much smaller when you can see someone

Adventurer · Joined: 28 Jan 2006

wylies99 · Joined: 13 May 2006 Location: I'm one cool cat!

Jane the Best · Joined: 07 Feb 2007 Location: Bundang

use skype it is really cheap and you can use web cam too. If your fam has a comp too its free and if you're calling a land phone it really cheap anyway.

Roch · Joined: 24 Apr 2003 Location: Seoul

krats1976 · Joined: 14 May 2003

Tiberious aka Sparkles · Joined: 23 Jan 2003 Location: I'm one cool cat!

And now, your moment of zen:

http://www.zzimcard.com/

peachgaru · Joined: 12 Apr 2007

awesome thread. so the general consensus is that phone cards > skype??