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magicApp Calling & Messaging for iOS

By magicJack Free Editors' Rating

Editors' Review

Download.com Staff Mar 24, 2014

magicApp Calling & Messaging lets you place calls and receive both calls and voicemail for free, all through a familiar set of controls.

Pros

Intuitive interface: When you're using magicApp Calling & Messaging, you might forget you're not actually using the regular phone app on your device. The app imports your contacts, so they're right where you expect them to be. And there's a log of all your recent calls, as well.

Clear calls: All of the calls we placed through magicApp Calling & Messaging were clean and clear. There was no detectable static or interference, and the connection was completed right away. The voicemail also worked well and was easy to access.

Cons

Different numbers: The number the app shows under your account for people to use to call you isn't the same as the number that shows up on their phone when you call them. You also don't get to pick your number, which might be a drawback to some people. Also, people calling you who don't have magicJack service could incur long-distance charges.

One account, one device: Once you log in to magicApp Calling & Messaging on your phone, you can't log in again with a different account on that device.

Bottom Line

magicApp Calling & Messaging is not a perfect service. It would be nice if text messaging were supported, and there are a few other issues mentioned above. But overall, the app works well, the controls are clear, and the service is free, which makes all of the other issues much less of a concern. If you're looking for an alternative phone service, this is definitely worth a shot.

Full Specifications

What's new in version 4.17.4

Improved notifications- Bug fixes.

General

Release February 17, 2017
Date Added February 17, 2017
Version 4.17.4

Operating Systems

Operating Systems iOS
Additional Requirements Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Popularity

Total Downloads 90,168
Downloads Last Week 7
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Developer's Description

magicJack customers can take their number on the go so that you never miss a call. Download now and login to magicApp with your existing magicJack email and password to make and receive calls over Wi-Fi. The companion magicApp is only available for customers with an ACTIVE magicJack Device. Please ensure you are assigning your magicJack device phone number in the companion magicApp. If your magicJack device is expired, you can login www.my. magicjack.com and renew your service and resume using your FREE companion magicApp. The companion magicApp is limited to one smartphone or tablet per active magicJack device number. If you want to use a 2nd smartphone or tablet, you will need to purchase a 1-Year magicApp plan for $9. 99. magicApp Features: Make calls from your magicJack number on your iOS device. Calls to your magicJack number rings on your smartphone at the same time so you never miss a call. Make calls over Wi-Fi so you never have to worry about roaming charges when traveling. magicJack customers can enjoy texting to any U. S. mobile number using magicApp - your friends & family don't have to download the app to text. Unlimited calling to the U. S and Canada. Unlimited calling to other magicJack customer worldwide. Caller ID, voicemail and call forwardingCall family and friends on magicApp worldwide and save on international calling at the lowest rates. magicApp offers a monthly auto-renewable subscription for $9. 99/year that is charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Once you activate your paid subscription, a monthly service charge or a yearly service charge is billed through your iTunes account and renews automatically. To cancel service, simply turn off auto-renew in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before your current month or year of service ends. Use magicApp on devices running iOS7 or higher. Find out more on magicJack.com, or visit us on Twitter (@magicJack) or on Facebook (Facebook.com/magicjackApp). Texting to international numbers is not available and texts to some US mobile numbers may not be delivered. Unlimited calling to numbers within the United States and Canada, and unlimited texting and other services provided by magicJack, are based on normal, non-excessive use. A combination of factors is used to determine excessive use, including but not limited to the relative use when compared to the average magicJack user, the number of unique numbers called, calls forwarded, minutes used, texts sent/received and other factors. Unlimited calling does not include calls to Alaska or the Yukon and Northwest Territories of Canada or calls to non-8YY calling card, platform, conference or chat lines, for which additional fees will apply. Subject to our Subscriber Agreement located here: http://www.magicjack.com/action/saps/.
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