About Tesco Internet Phone
Can I use the Tesco internet phone on a dial-up connection?
You can use Tesco intenet phone with a dial up connection, however the limitations of the dial up mean:
- Call quality may be compromised if you are using another application
- You don't get a second line
- You can't browse the internet or download while using the product
Therefore you will need to have broadband to get the full benefits of this product.
Internet phones... what are they all about?
Internet phones are the latest technology revolutionising the way we make home phone calls. They literally do what they say... they're phones that let you make calls using the internet, which means you can have an extra phone line at home without line rental, contacts or engineers.
With Tesco internet phone there are no gimmicks, no tricks, no catches, and as it uses the internet, we don't pay other phone networks so we pass the savings on to you. So what you get are cheap, clear calls.
Cheap phone calls...
To put it simply, internet phone calls are great value for money. Just like a mobile phone pay as you go service, you only pay for the calls you make so you're in control, making it easy to track just how much you and your family are spending.
How does a Tesco internet phone work?
Basically, it's a bit like sending an e-mail as it uses the internet. When you're online you can call any number, whether it's a home phone in Hull or a mobile in Melbourne, and there'll be no compromise on quality, calls are as clear as if you are making them on your landline phone.
You will need to have your computer on to receive calls, just as you do for a mobile. However, don't worry if your computer is off because again, like a mobile, callers can leave a message on your voice-mail which you can pick up next time you're online, free of charge. While you're on your internet phone you'll still be able to use the internet and other applications on your computer.
Right, what do you need to sign up to Tesco internet phone?
Signing up is easy, all you need is:
- A PC with a USB socket
- Connection to any broadband service
- A debit or credit card, and
- Be over 18 years of age