Is this not the very same thing that Vonage is doing???
From Verizon's FAQ...
VoiceWing is a Voice-over-Internet-Protocol (VoIP) service that offers phone service over a broadband Internet connection. A DSL, cable, or Verizon FiOS Internet service connection, a regular telephone, a router, and a telephone adapter are required for service.
* VoiceWing lets you make local, long distance(includes the domestic US and Canada), and international calls at great low rates.
* VoiceWing works with any new or existing cable, DSL, or Verizon FiOS broadband connection.
* Calls can be made and received using any existing traditional phone, a router and an adapter.
* Call Management is improved and simplified - set up and manage popular call features like Voice Mail, Call Logs, Call Forwarding and Caller ID with an online personal account page.
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Is this not the very same thing that Vonage is doing??? From Verizon's FAQ... VoiceWing is a Voice-over-Internet-Protocol (VoIP) service that offers phone service over a broadband Internet connection. A DSL, cable, or Verizon FiOS Internet service connection, a regular telephone, a router, and a telephone adapter are required for service. * VoiceWing lets you make local, long distance(includes the domestic US and Canada), and international calls at great low rates. * VoiceWing works with any new or existing cable, DSL, or Verizon FiOS broadband connection. * Calls can be made and received using any existing traditional phone, a router and an adapter. * Call Management is improved and simplified - set up and manage popular call features like Voice Mail, Call Logs, Call Forwarding and Caller ID with an online personal account page.