Net2Phone vs RingCentral

2019. Avaya partners with RingCentral to provide cloud offering


After extensive deliberation regarding sale and merger possibilities, Avaya has recently announced a significant strategic partnership with a $500 million contribution from RingCentral. Avaya, having emerged from a bankruptcy filing in 2017, now faces increasing competition from industry giants such as Microsoft Corp and Amazon Web Services. These competitors provide comparable communication services through software deployed within cloud data centers—an area where Avaya has encountered challenges, unlike RingCentral, which is a key player in the field. As part of the agreement, Avaya will leverage RingCentral's expertise in cloud technology to offer a new comprehensive solution. Both companies will contribute funds towards the sales and marketing efforts of this cloud-based product.


2007. RingCentral allows to manage your calls, save money with VoIP

RingCentral, the phone call management service, is introducing a range of VoIP plans known as DigitalLine, providing users with the flexibility to utilize VoIP alongside or in place of their existing landlines. The implementation of the new VoIP system is straightforward and user-friendly. Users have the option to configure incoming calls to be received through VoIP, enabling them to manage and receive phone calls even when they are away from their landline. Additionally, various minute packages are available for making outgoing calls using VoIP, including an unlimited plan for outgoing VoIP calls at an approximate cost of $25 per month. Unlike consumer-oriented VoIP services such as Vonage, Skype, or Comcast's DigitalVoice, RingCentral is primarily targeting the multi-line business community that seeks to efficiently handle multiple lines without the need for additional hardware or staff. This solution is particularly beneficial for small business owners as it offers extensive customization options for handling incoming calls, including the ability to establish advanced rules or dynamically redirect calls using the SoftPhone, a virtual phone call manager.


2006. Net2Phone sues Skype

Net2Phone, an internet phone company, has taken legal action against Skype Technologies and its parent company, eBay, by filing a patent infringement lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in New Jersey, alleging that Skype violated Net2Phone's patent, No. 6,108,704, which pertains to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). Net2Phone was granted the patent in August 2000. This lawsuit comes at a time when the VoIP industry is witnessing the entry of numerous players, ranging from small startups to established internet service providers. Net2Phone claims that Skype, as a subsidiary of eBay, has infringed upon its patent related to "point-to-point Internet Protocol." The patent involves the exchange of IP addresses between processing units to establish a direct communication link via the internet. While Skype utilizes peer-to-peer technology for its VoIP service, other companies like Vonage and AT&T predominantly employ a centrally managed system to route calls to traditional phone networks.


2003. Counting down to VoIP

Stephen Greenberg, the CEO of Net2Phone, is among the key players in the voice over IP (VoIP) industry aiming to challenge traditional telephone companies. Net2Phone has gained traction among cable companies, which use its services to launch their own VoIP offerings. Greenberg believes that VoIP technology has reached the starting line and predicts that it will take off within the next 12 to 18 months. He acknowledges that the entry of cable companies into the VoIP market has increased competition and highlights Cox Communications as a leader in the space. Greenberg also discusses the potential impact of VoIP on telecommunications companies, the regulatory landscape, and Net2Phone's focus on aligning with cable operators rather than DSL providers. While there is still dependency on traditional telephone networks, Greenberg expresses confidence in Net2Phone's position and expects the company to be resilient.