With VoIP gaining traction and popularity, the role of traditional communication services is being called into question. VoIP is in a class of its own, but how does Wi-Fi VoIP compare to calls made from mobile networks?
Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services can be used on a Wi-Fi or mobile network. VoIP enables users to communicate anywhere, any time provided that there is reliable internet access.
Wi-Fi VoIP, in particular, poland telegram uses Wi-Fi as opposed to relying upon a mobile network, although the same telephone number is used. Users, therefore, don’t require airtime or credit with their mobile provider in order to make calls. It can be utilised whether you’re at home, the office, or public spaces with a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Standard VoIP transmits digital signals from the sender to the receiver via the internet and without any copper wires that fundamentally form the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) in the case of traditional phones transmitting analogue signals. Wireless VoIP has opened up the possibilities for internet calling and has – quite literally – made it more mobile. Whereas network VoIP would require the use of a VoIP phone with mobile network access, Wi-Fi VoIP enables various devices, such as tablets, smartphones and computers, to access wireless internet to place calls.
Two phone types can utilise Wi-Fi VoIP; a DECT phone and a Wi-Fi VoIP phone. Many other compatible devices, such as tablets and portable computers with wireless capabilities can also make use of this technology.
How do calls on a mobile network work?
VoIP using a mobile network will rely upon 3G or 4G data. When a call is placed, data is carried via TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) packets. When sent via a mobile network, they tend to travel a large distance across the air to the closest phone mast. In comparison, a Wi-Fi or broadband-based call would be sent via a cable. This leaves network calls more vulnerable to disruption and signal problems.
What are the main differences?
For VoIP to provide good quality calls equivalent to that of traditional telephony, the internet connection needs to be strong and reliable. For network calls, the quality will vary between operators, given the differences in data speed, reliability and the strength of the signal.
Some mobile networks offer their own version of Wi-Fi calling, which is in-built into the dialer. This means that no additional app is required and you can simply select a contact from your list rather than adding new contacts as you may need to do with other services, such as Skype.