Calling India Getting Cheaper By The Minute
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Calling India Is Becoming More Affordable
Overview
It was once quite costly to call India from Australia. Telstra's rates were $1.10 per minute with a 39-cent connection fee, while Optus charged $1.21 per minute and a 41-cent connection fee.
In the past couple of years, prices on phone cards fell to around 15 cents per minute and more recently, to about 9 cents per minute. Now, new cards offer rates as low as 3 cents per minute, with no connection fees. A $10 card can now provide 200 to 250 minutes of talk time?"almost like making a local call.
In certain Indian cities like Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, and New Delhi, rates are lower due to high call volumes. Mobile call rates have also dropped to as low as 5 cents per minute.
Factors Driving Lower Costs
Call Volume: Increased call volume is a major factor in driving down prices. The rise of call center outsourcing in India has led to dramatic increases in calls to and from the country. Many marketing calls originate from India, made possible by these lower rates.
Technology: The expansion of Voice Over IP (VOIP) technology has also contributed to cost savings for calls to India. However, its full potential hasn't been realized due to limited high-speed internet access in some parts of India.
Choosing the Right Phone Card
Deciding which phone card to use has become complex due to the variety of options available. Indian and Asian convenience stores often display walls of phone card posters with rates that seem too good to be true. Reading the fine print to determine the best option can be challenging.
Store attendants might recommend cards that offer them higher commissions, rather than the best rates for the customer. To make an informed choice, it's important to compare phone cards using peak rates and to access standardized information about each card. A helpful resource for Australians is www.ephonecards.com.au, which provides comparisons to make selecting a phone card easier.
In summary, calling India has never been more affordable, thanks to competitive market forces and technological advancements. Choosing the right phone card requires careful comparison, but the savings are well worth the effort.
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