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In June, CLEAR revised their Early Termination Fee policies. In addition to revising the policies, they added their fee schedule to their website under the title of "Early Termination Fees" CLEAR's earlier ETF policies and fees were confusing at best, and difficult to find. ETF charges from customers who faced them for cancelling a contract early and reported them in numerous forums, varied wildly, apparently with no rhyme or reason.
So now CLEAR has a publicised list of early termination fees, and has placed them on their website for all to see. So what do the new fees mean to…
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As the price of unlimited, or high minute cellular plans continues to become less expensive (but not cheap), many people have already cut their landline service to their home. Even more have at least thought about it. Let's face it, if you have unlimited minutes on your cell phone, or you don't use all of your included minutes each month, why have two phone services? You could save $25-$50 per month by dumping your landline service.
But things are getting interesting in the telecommunications markets. VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol is becoming more widespread. Why? Well, for starters, it's…
Monday, February 15 2010 13:48
Landline and Mobile Convergence Made Easy With a VoIP IP PBX
Written by Jess Smith
You might say that AusTex VoIP is going "on the LAM". Don't take that literally, as we aren't really going anywhere, we just mean that we are excited about combining our landline and mobile (LAM) phone services into a single VoIP solution. AT&T and Apple have recently removed all roadblocks for allowing VoIP on the 3G network using the iPhone. It's now possible to combine your home or office VoIP service with your iPhone to make VoIP calls from just about anywhere.
While it is possible to have a home or business VoIP account with a provider such as Vonage,…
Sunday, February 14 2010 10:48
IPhone Owners Should Seriously Consider VoIP Over 3G
Written by Jess Smith
AT&T's announcement late last year that they would now allow VoIP calls over their 3G network is BIG news for the VoIP industry. Better late than never, Apple, has finally started approving VoIP apps for the iPhone. The VoIP industry has generally seen strong growth in past years, but that growth has typically been from consumers making the switch from analog PSTN lines to VoIP for their home or business. This growth has expanded as broadband internet service (a requirement for VoIP) has become more widespread.
Let's face it...we all make calls one of two ways for the most part.…
Tuesday, February 09 2010 08:26
Outdoor Mounting Solution for CLEAR WiMAX Users With Low Signal Quality
Written by Jess Smith
Ok... so adding a sixty foot tower to try an get a better 4G wireless signal is a bit much. We don't do that, but...AusTex VoIP has come up with a method of mounting the the CLEAR WiMAX indoor modem outside. For those struggling with a weak signal from CLEAR's 4G wireless internet service using the residential modem, this could be key to getting a strong enough signal to once again enyoy your internet browsing experience.
Because CLEAR does not have an external antenna or CPE (customer premise equipment) for outdoor use, we decided to take the indoor modem and…
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Sunday, February 07 2010 19:00
HTC Supersonic Rumored to be Sprint's First WiMAX Compatible Phone
Written by Jess Smith
The folks over at engadget.com have been posting information on the rumored HTC Supersonic coming to Sprint in 2010. The exact time frame is unknown at this time, but let's hope it's soon. This device is said to be compatible with the Sprint/Clear 4G services.
As a heavy VoIP user, I'm looking for a phone that allow me to dump my expensive "Everything" plan with Sprint, and possibly go to just a low cell minute plan. Between the WiMAX and Wi-Fi capabilities, making pure VoIP calls from just about anywhere in the Austin area should be breeze. Here's some of…
Sunday, February 07 2010 15:43
CLEAR WiMAX Introduces the CLEAR USB Performance Dock
Written by Jess Smith
CLEAR USB Performance Dock (left): This is a great accessory for the new PXU1900 USB modem, and the first of its kind for WiMAX! The Performance Dock provides increased signal and performance to the PXU1900, and is super portable and easy to use. Instead of connecting the modem directly to your computer, you simply place it in the Performance Dock and then connect the Dock to your computer via USB. Best of all, the USB Performance Dock is a bargain at just $9.99!
IMPORTANT: the Performance Dock is ONLY compatible with the new Mobile USB WiMAX Modem; it…
This is the successor to the CLEAR USB modem, and offers some nice benefits over the original. Its internal antenna has been improved for better reception, and it consumes much less power (very important if you're using it in your laptop and your laptop is not plugged in). It also has a hinged/swivel design, meaning you can flip it up instead of having it stick straight out of your laptop. The most exciting aspect of the PXU1900, though, is that it can be used with the optional USB Performance Dock, which also debuted today, for better signal.
Like the original…
Sunday, February 07 2010 12:58
CLEAR WiMAX Offering New Home Modems With Built-in VoIP
Written by Jess Smith
Here are a couple of feature-rich WiMAX 4G modems with integrated ATA that will be available to new CLEAR customers. The built-in ATA capability for VOIP of these upcoming WiMAX 4G offerings obviates the need for an external device. With these devices, users can upgrade to VOIP without new equipment being installed or shipped
Let's take a closer look at these upcoming VoIP-enabled modems:
Motorola Series M Home Modem (CPEi 725): This consumer modem comes with a high gain omni-directional antenna that provides good signal strength. This WiMAX 4G modem also offers built-in quality of services (QoS) features, which should…
