We call over the Internet, we do them almost every day without realizing it. The use of the landline phone has gone into the background and now we send messages through social networks such as Instagram, Facebook or Tik Tok. Also by instant message applications such as WhatsApp or Telegram. But what are Internet calls? Can I use them if I’m from Lowi?
Calls over the Internet VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) are those we make without the need for an active phone line . It is enough to have an Internet signal to perform them. In these cases, the audio is sent through our mobile phone, becoming digital data that is transmitted over the network to another device where it is interpreted so that the recipient can hear the message again. This means that it is an alternative to conventional telephone calls and at Lowi we can talk over IP with any of the programs that require it at no additional cost.
Lowi VoIP
Not all telephone operators allow us to make calls over the Internet, although more and more are including this service. The operation of VoIP calls is simple. When making a call to the chosen contact through applications such as Skype or WhatsApp , the application converts the audio from our microphone into a digital signal. This is sent through the same application over the Internet until the recipient receives the data and translates it back into sound, which is what the person we are calling will hear.
One of its main advantages is that it does not matter where the person we want to call is, because we can use this system to do so at no additional cost. A few years ago it was common to pay about 30 euros for just a few minutes speaking from abroad. However, now we can do it for free. Like everything in life, not everything is an advantage and we must bear in mind that making this type of call is easy for our data rate to run out if we are caught away from home and without WiFi access.
It is necessary to have a data rate contracted
To make VoIP calls it is essential to have a data rate contracted, otherwise, if we are away from home we will not be able to make this type of calls. With Lowi we have mobile-only rates from 8 GB to 35 GB . Keep in mind that calls over the Internet consume data, so if you plan to use this service often, it would be better to opt for a rate with data to spare. In addition, Lowi’s mobile rates have unlimited calls so you can also make calls from your phone in a traditional way.
If you prefer, you can also opt for a Lowi fiber and mobile convergent rate in which the most complete option has 600 Mb fiber and a mobile line with unlimited calls, 30 GB and accumulative data for 39.95 euros per month . In addition, Lowi now has a free 25 GB welcome gift so that running out of gigs will not be a problem in your rate.