After testing the magicJack VOIP adapter for several weeks, I can confidently say it's a solid budget option for home phone service – with a few caveats. The setup was surprisingly simple (about 10 minutes as advertised) when I connected it to my Starlink setup using the included ethernet cable. That new improved chip really does deliver noticeably clearer calls compared to my old VOIP box.

The simultaneous ring feature is GENIUS - having my home phone and Pixel ring at once means I never miss calls while gardening. Though like another reviewer mentioned, the app doesn't always ring consistently on Android devices. The call quality does suffer during peak internet hours (I saw some packet loss around lunchtime), but evenings are crystal clear.

Where magicJack really shines is the value: unlimited North American calling for about $2/month? Yes please! The free companion app with texting is a game-changer too. However, their customer service horror stories are real - I had to chase them for days just to confirm my number porting request.

A few pain points: The lack of proper caller ID (only shows contacts from your address book) feels archaic in 2023. And that tiny device gets HOT - I'd recommend using the USB extension cable to keep it ventilated. Also learned the hard way that you absolutely need a surge protector after my first unit got fried during a storm.

Final verdict? If you have decent broadband and want to ditch traditional phone bills, magicJack delivers incredible savings despite its quirks. Just go in knowing you're dealing with barebones customer support and occasional connectivity hiccups during peak hours.