HappyHeart Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Can anyone give me ideas of best way to call the UK. I used to use messenger voice calls to speak to family but lately it's been so echoey, impossible. Nobody has an Iphone so cant FaceTime. We don't have a landline anymore and I got rid of my free calls to UK on my mobile plan as it was so expensive. What other ways can I do it? When we first moved to Australia I used a phone card. Is that still a thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Skype? Although if you are struggling with connection on messenger you may still have the problem with others. Another one is WhatsApp I’m sure that’s what I used when I use to chat with @pablo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon the Hat Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Viber is also pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Skype, Teams or Zoom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip1 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Always use viber, very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davlap Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 We use Boost Mobile, they did a 365 day pre paid for $150. 80GB data (for the year) and unlimited UK calls - land line and mobile (and a number of other countries). They are a cheap arm of Telstra (we get the free Telstra NRL pass through Telstra login) Unfortunately it has gone up - but may be about $200. More data I think, which I don't need. Got it because OH elderly parents gave up on anything internet based, skype etc. They always complained of some laptop/tech problem- which were mostly non-existent - they just weren't comfortable. Those methods are never consistent, good quality and sometimes had to keep trying to connect So we call landline they put on speakerphone. No complaints or problems getting through 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mt9754 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I mostly use Zoom or Teams. If your friends don’t have a PC and you need to go old skool then Skype can be a good compromise, their call rates to UK phone numbers are cheap and it’s fasssttt https://secure.skype.com/en/credit Or Vodafone - look at Combo Plus, they have an offer of $12 per month for a PAYG bundle which includes 500 UK minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parley Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Zoom. Download the app to your phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rammygirl Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I use WhatsApp. But my $25 /month Aldi recharge Gives me calls to UK and many other countries for no extra charge and they roll over data too. Use Telstra network. That covers landlines and mobiles. You can also use Facebook messaging voice /video option too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted October 15, 2020 Author Share Posted October 15, 2020 3 hours ago, davlap said: We use Boost Mobile, they did a 365 day pre paid for $150. 80GB data (for the year) and unlimited UK calls - land line and mobile (and a number of other countries). They are a cheap arm of Telstra (we get the free Telstra NRL pass through Telstra login) Unfortunately it has gone up - but may be about $200. More data I think, which I don't need. Got it because OH elderly parents gave up on anything internet based, skype etc. They always complained of some laptop/tech problem- which were mostly non-existent - they just weren't comfortable. Those methods are never consistent, good quality and sometimes had to keep trying to connect So we call landline they put on speakerphone. No complaints or problems getting through Exactly the problems I'm having. Asking Mum to download something like Zoom or WhatsApp is beyond her and as she's shielding there's no younger relatives available to ask to help. Will look into that thanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickyplum Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 I've got a mobile pay monthly/PAYG plan that includes UK and loads of other countries for free. It's $30 per month with a huge amount of data that I never use up (50GB I think)... but compared to @davlap''s deal, I'm being ripped off!! Also have the facility to use Whatsapp but have given up on Skype. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip1 Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 My sons and I have used viber for many years and have never had any problems. 100% free to call for any amount of time and send photos, videos and any links you want, I’d describe it as brilliant. I can’t understand why anyone would pay when there are such great options for free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderer Returns Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 (edited) I pay $30/month with Amaysim and get 55GB/month, unlimited calls and texts to both Australian and UK landlines and mobiles (and 28 other countries). My wife is on the same plan so we get 110GB/month data. We don't even bother with broadband internet any more! When you call mobile to mobile it's crystal clear - not like using Skype, Viber or these other VoIP programs. https://www.amaysim.com.au/plans/mobile-plans?ref=hpb Edited October 15, 2020 by Wanderer Returns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderer Returns Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 4 hours ago, Tulip1 said: My sons and I have used viber for many years and have never had any problems. 100% free to call for any amount of time and send photos, videos and any links you want, I’d describe it as brilliant. I can’t understand why anyone would pay when there are such great options for free. Do you get Internet connection for free then? If so, then please let me know who your provider is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWMOY04 Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 Telstra direct calls (free and unlimited to USA, Canada, UK and a few other countries that I dont call) Whatsapp has good video calling features for cross-calling between iOS devices and Android Facetime - Apple devices only Zoom Skype/Teams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickyplum Posted October 16, 2020 Share Posted October 16, 2020 15 hours ago, Wanderer Returns said: I pay $30/month with Amaysim and get 55GB/month, unlimited calls and texts to both Australian and UK landlines and mobiles (and 28 other countries). My wife is on the same plan so we get 110GB/month data. We don't even bother with broadband internet any more! When you call mobile to mobile it's crystal clear - not like using Skype, Viber or these other VoIP programs. https://www.amaysim.com.au/plans/mobile-plans?ref=hpb I'm on the same plan! Amaysim keep giving out more data for the same cost... Not complaining! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderer Returns Posted October 16, 2020 Share Posted October 16, 2020 6 hours ago, vickyplum said: I'm on the same plan! Amaysim keep giving out more data for the same cost... Not complaining! @vickyplum no one can beat Amaysim at the moment (IMHO), but I'm always on the lookout for a better deal. The OP stated that she didn't have a landline so I don't know why so many people have recommended programs that use VoIP and are heavy one data. If you're only paying for a mobile plan, then get one that includes free international calls - simples! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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