The next model magicJack… Let’s call it SOHO, keep it pretty much the same, but fix some things that could be better. I rely on magicJack every day to provide phone service for about $36 per year. What I like about it is that it’s pretty transparent. If I didn’t tell anyone, you would think …
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Should you buy the magicJack go or the magicJack express? What’s the difference? Bottom line? Buy the GO.
What’s the difference? I’ve gotten a number of comments asking why people can’t log in with magicApp. I’ve just now installed the app on my cell phone to check out what the problem is.
There are non-magicJack people out there who are calling themselves magicJack support. Like me, they don’t work for magicJack. Unlike me, they pretend they are working for magicJack. Let me be clear. The only official live support for help with how to get your magicJack working is the chat support provided via the magicJack.com website. …
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The Mac OS version of the updater has changed.
Many people have been outraged that magicJack’s firmware hasn’t until now worked with El Capitan. It makes sense to be disappointed, but I’m not sure if outrage is worth the effort.
[UPDATE – 2016.03.26 ] El Capitan is now supposed to be compatible with all versions of magicJack. Please note otherwise if your experience varies. A number of commenters are rightfully upset that magicJack is not compatible with Mac OSX (10.11, El Capitan). Earlier versions are apparently okay. If you’re working and you want to register …
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[UPDATE] Firmware is now compatible with Windows 10. You may now download the firmware normally here, or when you plug your existing magicJack device into the USB port on your Win10-enabled computer. It should work with all versions of magicJack from USB-only to Plus, Go and Express. Good luck! Firmware that you already own may …
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Katee’s comments were important enough that I thought they deserved their own post front and center for Canadian buyers of magicJack devices.
Last year, I gave some very specific advice about giving a magicJack for Christmas. Streamlining last year’s advice*: Don’t give a tech gift to someone who doesn’t understand it. Don’t give this to someone who doesn’t have a fast broadband connection. Only give this to someone who directly asked for it. If it’s only going …
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