VoIP Broadband Service offers variety of options.
Press Release Summary:
Packet8 broadband telephone and videophone service includes phone-based management for call routing and voicemail configuration. Subscribers can manage configuration of account by phone following voice prompt instructions. Subscribers can also acquire toll-free number service for business or personal use in conjunction with any calling plan. Both 411 Directory Assistance and Reverse Directory Assistance are available to Packet8 users.
Original Press Release:
8x8 Adds New Features to Packet8 VoIP and Video Broadband Phone Services
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 10 - 8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ:EGHT) the Packet8 voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and videophone communications service provider, announced the addition of three new calling features for its residential broadband telephone and videophone services.
The new features enhance the functionality of the Packet8 service while providing subscribers with greater flexibility in managing their phone service options. They include:
-- Phone-Based Management for Call Routing and Voicemail Configuration -- With this feature, Packet8 subscribers can manage the configuration of their account by phone following voice prompt instructions. Options include turning voicemail on or off, setting the number of rings before going to voicemail, and forwarding calls to an alternate number. These configuration changes can also be implemented online by logging on to the "Account Settings" page at packet8.com.
-- Toll Free Service Plan -- Packet8 subscribers can inexpensively acquire toll-free number service for business or personal use in conjunction with any calling plan. The Packet8 Toll Free Service Plan includes 100 minutes of inbound toll-free calls and 3.9 cents a minute thereafter for inbound calls, regardless of the caller's location. A monthly service fee of $4.95 and one-time activation fee of $9.95 applies.
-- Directory Assistance -- 411 Directory Assistance and Reverse Directory Assistance is now available to Packet8 subscribers for a $.75 per call fee. Both local and national directory assistance are accessible by dialing 411.
Still the only residential VoIP service providing true E911 functionality, Packet8 offers unlimited local and long distance calling to the U.S. and Canada for $19.95 per month along with videophone service priced at $29.95 per month. Features currently available to Packet8 subscribers include:
-- 3-way Conferencing
-- Area Code Selection
-- Call Forwarding
-- Call Waiting
-- Call Waiting ID
-- Caller ID
-- Caller ID Blocking
-- Directory Assistance
-- Enhanced 911
-- Local Number Porting (LNP)
-- Online Management & Billing
-- Personalized Voicemail
-- Phone Based Management
-- Toll Free Services
-- Unlimited In-Network Calling
-- Virtual Phone Numbers
-- *69 Call return
-- *70 Call Waiting Disable
-- *77/*87 Anonymous Call Blocking
-- *78/*79 Do Not Disturb
8x8 offers a thirty (30) day trial period to new subscribers for their first Packet8 account. If dissatisfied, subscribers are entitled to a full refund of the equipment cost, activation fee and monthly service fee.
About 8x8, Inc.
VoIP (voice over internet protocol) service provider 8x8, Inc. offers internet-based telephony solutions (packet8.net) for individual residential and business users as well as small to medium sized business organizations. In addition to regular Packet8 VoIP service plans, priced as low as $19.95 per month for unlimited anytime calling to the U.S. and Canada, 8x8 now offers the Packet8 DV 326 VideoPhone, the industry's first stand alone broadband consumer videophone. Packet8 Virtual Office, 8x8's VoIP system for small to medium sized businesses, is a hosted PBX solution comprised of powerful business class features. For additional company information, visit 8x8's web site at www.8x8.com.
NOTE: 8x8, the 8x8 logo, Packet8, the Packet8 logo and Packet8 Virtual Office are trademarks of 8x8, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT: Joan Citelli of 8x8, Inc., +1-408-687-4320, or JCitelli@8x8.com
