All attempts at registering for the service failed - using Hotspot Shield I blocked my IP address and managed to logon to the service but I was then stopped in my tracks when Google asked for an American number (overseas numbers don't work) which you need to verify - "Google Voice will call your phone and prompt you to enter the following (two digit) code".
However my trip to the US helped to resolve this. A quick trip to Bestbuy to buy their cheapest prepaid mobile/cell phone -$25 for an LG 300G on Net10 with 300 free minutes.I quickly registered the mobile with Net10 - really simple and I got to select my own number and area code from the comfort of my own home and the mobile registered with the network in a couple of minutes.
Back to Google Voice - completed the registration process process by entering my newly acquired mobile number and left a personalised message on my Google Voice number.
Interestingly I have discovered that with my newly acquired (prepaid?) mobile - received calls (and SMS) use up my minute tariff - as well as calls/SMS made. Bizarre.
In part two, I will quickly outline the key features I have used since set-up.
UPDATE: I have just noticed that you can use a Gizmo number - this didn't seem to be available when I first signed on. This might be useful for non Americans to register for the service.
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It's standard in the US for recieved calls to be charged - it's because the caller isn't charged any different from a call to a land-line.
I know, its ridiculous they do this in the US. So much for competition!
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