Chai Chee, Singapore (PressExposure) February 08, 2010 -- If you're one of the over 7 million Pakistanis who live abroad, you probably know that you have many options for calling friends and family back home. However, not all long distance providers are created equal, and it certainly pays to shop around before dialing. You have a wide variety of pricing options, calling plans, and promotions to choose from so it's important to select the one that's right for your specific needs. You'll want to understand all of the fees and restrictions before you sign up with any provider, too! Here are some of your best options for making a call to Pakistan.
MediaRing Talk With a highly competitive rate of 7.7 US cents per minute to call Pakistan, no connection fees, and no hidden charges, MediaRing Talk is a smart choice for calling landline and mobile phones in Pakistan. PC to PC calls are free, and PC to landline and mobile phone calls are also free to the US, Canada, UK, Australia, China, Thailand, Singapore, and Hong Kong. The company has over 3 million users and is extremely popular with individuals who want a straightforward service for making long distance calls without having to subscribe to a monthly service plan. MediaRing Talk only requires users to purchase $10.00 in credit to start using the service which also provides instant messaging with presence and multi-user voice conferencing.
MediaRing Talk can offer free and discounted calling because it utilizes a unique business model that derives income primarily through non-intrusive display advertising. Many industry experts predict that their model will eventually be adopted by their competitors. In the meantime, you can take advantage of MediaRing Talk�s forward-thinking by using their calling service as an inexpensive and flexible solution for calling Pakistan.
Skype Without a doubt, Skype is the big player when it comes to internet phone service. Like MediaRing Talk, they also offer free PC to PC calls, instant messaging, and voice conferencing. They also have free video call service for those who have webcams.
For calling landline and mobile phones in Pakistan, Skype has two billing options. Their "Pay As You Go" plan lets you purchase Skype Credit for making calls. They also offer a subscription plan. Both plans offer competitive per minute rates. However, there are limitations to the locations within Pakistan where you can call. So, make sure to read the fine print to make sure that it will be the best option for where you want to call.
Lingo Another internet phone provider that has an inexpensive option for calling Pakistan is Lingo. They are currently offering a flat-rate plan for a monthly fee of $29.95 per month. This plan can be a good deal for someone who makes a lot of long distance calls. For the monthly fee, users can enjoy discounted minute rates to all of South Asia, unlimited calls within the US and Canada, and over 20 calling features that include voicemail and call forwarding.
Without a doubt, internet calling is the least expensive option for making a call to Pakistan. MediaRing Talk, Skype, and Lingo are all good choices that can help you stay connected with your loved ones overseas. There are also many new providers that are entering the market. The key, though, is to determine your needs and compare pricing to find the best provider for your usage pattern. This will let you maximize the money you budget for long distance and give you the most satisfaction from your service provider.