There are different forms of wireless WiFi VoIP available through mobile phone communication as well as online. As technology of wireless VoIP continues to progress, more people are taking advantage of the WiFi technology and advantages like inexpensive communication.
In this article, we will take a look at wireless WiFi voice over IP technology and how it is continuing to grow in popularity as a convenient choice of communication. Because wireless Internet and WiFi technology is becoming more wide spread, it is becoming easier to get WiFi access in more and more locations. Because using WiFi VoIP is less expensive than traditional cell phone carrier plans, many people are opting to choose the wireless VoIP route.
Wireless VoIP technology is the concept of using wireless technologies and communication protocols through transmission technology to deliver voice communications and multimedia data over Internet protocol (IP) networks like the Internet. In this case, the Internet is WiFi and therefore is mobile. Wireless VoIP is different than traditional communication in that it is transported through wireless IP networks like the Internet rather than the public switched telephone network (PSTN). The data information are transferred into IP packets and then through the digitization process of the analog voice signal, is then encoded and sent over the IP with a packet-switched network. To receive the message being sent over IP, a similar process is then followed in reverse order to answer the phone call or message. Forms of wireless WiFi VoIP include mobile phone access, mobile Internet access as well as online video chatting such as programs like Skype. There are many mobile handsets available or direct cell phone apps to be used that can handle and utilize wireless WiFi VoIP technology.
- Like with traditional forms of VoIP that require a set Internet connection, people who travel for business or pleasure have the opportunity to get access to VoIP communication quickly and easily while on the go. However, wireless can be even more convenient for travelers because there does not have to be a local area connection available. The communication, including voice as well as video chats, can be made anywhere there is a WiFi connection.
- Wireless VoIP is less expensive than traditional communication. Often times there is a low monthly fee for WiFi VoIP access, and with some programs, the communication charge is free. Wireless WiFi VoIP is among the cheapest mobile VoIP technology available. Keep in mind however that reliability comes with a price. For the services that guarantee to ensure quality service, there is typically a higher cost for that wireless WiFi VoIP. As technologies continue to expand and improve, the costs associated with wireless WiFi VoIP technology becomes less expensive to use.
What is the downside of wireless VoIP?
- The negative side to using wireless WiFi VoIP is that there must be WiFi available in order for the communication to take place. If the user is in a location where there is no WiFi or with a weak signal, communication can be limited or unavailable. However, with increases in mobile wireless WiFi VoIP technology, phone companies and some mobile VoIP providers, there are devices that can be used in addition to a regular cell phone to allow for communication through the cell phone provider when wireless VoIP is not available. Also, many VoIP technologies can also run on a regular internet connection if wireless isn’t readily available.