Phone service in Portland (home, cost, cheapest)

[ajl26]

I am trying to figure out what is the best/cheapest way to get phone service. I don't use the phone much, so I just need something basic. Would prefer mobile, but if there is a very cheap way to get home phone service, it's possible I'd prefer that.

Right now I am leaning towards Cricket, their $30/month plan. Does anyone know of a better (i.e., more cost effective) plan that covers the Portland area?

Thanks in advance for any help.

[DreamWeavin]

Majic Jack is what I use. Love it!

[Nell Plotts]

My brother abandoned his land line and went with Verizon cellular. If you often call other Verizon subscribers it is very economical.

MagicJack requires DSL/Cable Internet. Verizon is launching some kind of internet service that may be very disruptive (aka, change the communication world). I have only heard comments of others.

What is least expensive depends on your specific situation.

[ajl26]

Thanks for the info! That's interesting about the Verizon internet service.

I'll look into magicjack but probably will go with a cell, either Verizon or Cricket. Thanks.

[Peter Napkin]

Magicjack is mostly a scam, avoid it if you can.

[DreamWeavin]

LOL-it isn't a scam. Please explain why you feel that way.
It's a VOIP. How is that a scam?

Originally Posted by Peter Napkin

Magicjack is mostly a scam, avoid it if you can.