Use Gizmocall to call me or anyone free
There have been an interest on this post lately. When I last checked, the site is offline since 2010. The related site, Gizmo Project by SIPphone, another VoIP pioneer, also has some history. The last snapshot of the gizmocall.com is as follows;
. This will call the Skype Test Call number where you can test your call.
Calling your friends and family on Skype is just as easy. Just type in skype_ followed by their Skype Name and click.
What do I need to use GizmoCall?
Internet connected computer with a browser and Flash version 9 or better. A headset is recommended for optimum call quality. Try experiencing a sample call, dial 1-800-555-8355 then speak a category or use the keypad to type the first 3 letters of a selection.
Who can I call?
You can call any other GizmoCall, Gizmo5 users, 800 numbers, or SIP address for no charge. Here's a guide to free calls you can make. To call a traditional phone number and take advantage of some of the low rates on the net you will need to buy $10 of call-out credit here.
Can GizmoCall receive calls?
You can receive calls using GizmoCall. Simply login and then any other GizmoCall user can call you at that username. As long as GizmoCall is open in any window or browser tab (even if in the background) you will be able to receive a call.
How can I make sure my speaker and microphone are working?
Click the "Test" icon below the numeric keypad and follow the instructions. Then use the microphone and speaker sliders to set the optimum settings.
Can I setup GizmoCall so that my CallerID displays my mobile, home, or work number when I place a call so they can identify who is calling?
Yes, you can configure your account to pass the correct CallerID number. There is a $4 charge to set this up and it can be done at the Gizmo5 Caller ID area here.
Is it possible to turn phone numbers on web pages into links which when clicked will automatically trigger a call via GizmoCall like this: 1-800-555-8355?
Visit the GizmoCall Firefox Add-ons page here, or install our Firefox Plugin right now which will automatically make any phone number on a web page clickable and place a call via GizmoCall. To Install, click on the link and choose 'Open with Firefox'. Alternatively, you can also download the file to your desktop and drag it into your Firefox browser.
I am not getting any audio when I make a call?
Older versions of Flash have issues with microphones. Please make sure you have the latest version of Flash. You can get this free download at http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/.
When I make a call the audio doesn't work.
To test your system, click the "Test" button below the numeric keypad. Listen to the announcement to see if audio is working correctly and then you will be given an opportunity to speak and hear your words echoed back to you. Use the sliders next to the Test button to adjust the speaker volume and the microphone input so callers will hear you.
Callers are complaining that my voice is faint or barely audible.
Use the microphone slider under the 7 key to optimize the mic level for your computer. Do a "Test" call to find the best audio settings for your computer.
There is an echo when I make a call.
Using a headset will remove the echo. If you don't have a headset turning down the volume will reduce the echo.
My microphone is not working, what can I do?
All the microphone detection is handled by Adobe's Flash software. To adjust the microphone settings, right click on the dialpad and select: Settings. Then select the microphone icon. Here you can adjust which mic input device flash is using and the sensitivity of the mic. Use the 'Test' button on the dialpad to place a call and get the optimum software settings and placement of the microphone.
How do I add calling to my web page or blog?
Use our embedded script here to have calling on your web page or blog:
I'm a developer and I'd like to add calling to my application or service.
We have made it easy to create user accounts and other basic operations. Please visit, http://www.gizmo5.com/api.
Do you provide business or development partnership programs?
If you are interested in a business or development partnership with us, please contact bizdev@gizmo5inc.com.
I learned about this at GigaOM site and tried to call him by his name! Did not work.
The Gizmo Project and the Sipphone Inc have brought out an web based (well Flash based) dialer that does not work on all computers. It will work with any browser that supports Adobe flash and a flash plugin from Gizmocall. Windows works, Linux not, Mac OS X did not try yet.
As I recall Similar application, Jajah did not have this problem. I could run it from my Linux box, which I started using more and more since Uncle Bill at Microsoft started to peek into what you are doing through his windows running on YOUR computer.
On Linux computer you get the following message;
Gizmo Call does not yet work on Linux computers. We like Linux and we use Linux and we’re going to make Gizmo Call work for Linux. Adobe just recently released Flash 9 for Linux which Gizmo Call requires which is why we have been delayed in releasing Linux support for Gizmo Call. You may want to try the Linux version of Gizmo Project available at http://gizmoproject.com which works on most Linux distributions. You can also try the Nokia n800 Linux tablet which runs Linux and Gizmo Project. Go Linux!!
Well I had Gizmo on the notebook already.
Anyway it seems a good project and allowing web, email and blog embedding the call to your phone is a goo idea. Bellow is sample.
Test Gizmocall;(it will take you to gizmo test call;
Call Me for FREE
So having partyline is also a good idea but having to download and install plugin is something that I do not like to do. It might be the case with most other people too.
Links;
GigaOM Making browser based calls
Gizmocall Freecalls to anywhere
GizmoCall: Talk to Anyone Anywhere
- No downloading or installing required.
- Free calling to 1-800 numbers and SIP devices.
- Low Worldwide Calling Rates for mobile and landlines. Learn more
Try a Sample Call To Skype Now!
To experience a sample Skype call, enter skype_echo123 and click. This will call the Skype Test Call number where you can test your call.
Calling your friends and family on Skype is just as easy. Just type in skype_ followed by their Skype Name and click
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FAQ
How To Use GizmoCall:
What do I need to use GizmoCall?
Internet connected computer with a browser and Flash version 9 or better. A headset is recommended for optimum call quality. Try experiencing a sample call, dial 1-800-555-8355 then speak a category or use the keypad to type the first 3 letters of a selection.
Who can I call?
You can call any other GizmoCall, Gizmo5 users, 800 numbers, or SIP address for no charge. Here's a guide to free calls you can make. To call a traditional phone number and take advantage of some of the low rates on the net you will need to buy $10 of call-out credit here.
Can GizmoCall receive calls?
You can receive calls using GizmoCall. Simply login and then any other GizmoCall user can call you at that username. As long as GizmoCall is open in any window or browser tab (even if in the background) you will be able to receive a call.
How can I make sure my speaker and microphone are working?
Click the "Test" icon below the numeric keypad and follow the instructions. Then use the microphone and speaker sliders to set the optimum settings.
Can I setup GizmoCall so that my CallerID displays my mobile, home, or work number when I place a call so they can identify who is calling?
Yes, you can configure your account to pass the correct CallerID number. There is a $4 charge to set this up and it can be done at the Gizmo5 Caller ID area here.
Is it possible to turn phone numbers on web pages into links which when clicked will automatically trigger a call via GizmoCall like this: 1-800-555-8355?
Visit the GizmoCall Firefox Add-ons page here, or install our Firefox Plugin right now which will automatically make any phone number on a web page clickable and place a call via GizmoCall. To Install, click on the link and choose 'Open with Firefox'. Alternatively, you can also download the file to your desktop and drag it into your Firefox browser.
Troubleshooting:
I am not getting any audio when I make a call?
Older versions of Flash have issues with microphones. Please make sure you have the latest version of Flash. You can get this free download at http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/.
When I make a call the audio doesn't work.
To test your system, click the "Test" button below the numeric keypad. Listen to the announcement to see if audio is working correctly and then you will be given an opportunity to speak and hear your words echoed back to you. Use the sliders next to the Test button to adjust the speaker volume and the microphone input so callers will hear you.
Callers are complaining that my voice is faint or barely audible.
Use the microphone slider under the 7 key to optimize the mic level for your computer. Do a "Test" call to find the best audio settings for your computer.
There is an echo when I make a call.
Using a headset will remove the echo. If you don't have a headset turning down the volume will reduce the echo.
My microphone is not working, what can I do?
All the microphone detection is handled by Adobe's Flash software. To adjust the microphone settings, right click on the dialpad and select: Settings. Then select the microphone icon. Here you can adjust which mic input device flash is using and the sensitivity of the mic. Use the 'Test' button on the dialpad to place a call and get the optimum software settings and placement of the microphone.
Business and Developers:
How do I add calling to my web page or blog?
Use our embedded script here to have calling on your web page or blog:
I'm a developer and I'd like to add calling to my application or service.
We have made it easy to create user accounts and other basic operations. Please visit, http://www.gizmo5.com/api.
Do you provide business or development partnership programs?
If you are interested in a business or development partnership with us, please contact bizdev@gizmo5inc.com.
I learned about this at GigaOM site and tried to call him by his name! Did not work.
The Gizmo Project and the Sipphone Inc have brought out an web based (well Flash based) dialer that does not work on all computers. It will work with any browser that supports Adobe flash and a flash plugin from Gizmocall. Windows works, Linux not, Mac OS X did not try yet.
As I recall Similar application, Jajah did not have this problem. I could run it from my Linux box, which I started using more and more since Uncle Bill at Microsoft started to peek into what you are doing through his windows running on YOUR computer.
On Linux computer you get the following message;
Gizmo Call does not yet work on Linux computers. We like Linux and we use Linux and we’re going to make Gizmo Call work for Linux. Adobe just recently released Flash 9 for Linux which Gizmo Call requires which is why we have been delayed in releasing Linux support for Gizmo Call. You may want to try the Linux version of Gizmo Project available at http://gizmoproject.com which works on most Linux distributions. You can also try the Nokia n800 Linux tablet which runs Linux and Gizmo Project. Go Linux!!
Well I had Gizmo on the notebook already.
Anyway it seems a good project and allowing web, email and blog embedding the call to your phone is a goo idea. Bellow is sample.
Test Gizmocall;(it will take you to gizmo test call;
Call Me for FREE
So having partyline is also a good idea but having to download and install plugin is something that I do not like to do. It might be the case with most other people too.
Links;
GigaOM Making browser based calls
Gizmocall Freecalls to anywhere
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