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Google released the new service which allows users of the Gmail service to make free calls to other Gmail accounts and phone numbers. The service has already been used to make over one million calls over the span of 24 hours. Users of the service are also able to make calls internationally for a very cheap international rate of 2 cents per minute which is affordable to most internet users. The service is free to the US and Canada and is getting adopted quickly into regular use by many Gmail Users.

With the use of an installer behind making the program work, use is limited by devices which are compatible and have an operating system that can handle the installer. Many users were disappointed that their high tech devices such as the iPad were not able to run this infinitely useful new service from Google. The major competitor that Google seems to be targeting is the Skype service which offers similar calling functions from the computer which is on the verge of monopolizing the service. Google will be offering the service free for one year and will be sure to have people registering a Gmail account simply to make use of this service while it is available.

Google has continuously improved the way people can communicate through the internet. Google Voice, albeit an acquisition of Google’s (Grand Central) is one of the best products I have ever used, especially if you have a Google Android smartphone. I use Google’s Gmail and Chat clients exclusively, they have tried Wave and Buzz, and they just keep pushing the envelope.

The new priority inboxes in Gmail is another thing, they have done a wonderful job of trying to get you the content you care about most right in front of you as soon as possible.

The new calling feature for Gmail is an amazing addition, however I wish there were some changes. I wish it was integrated in Google Voice and in Gmail both. Another thing that could be very beneficial is putting it somewhere other than the Chat box. That box can get so cluttered with people online that it is very hard to differentiate between the call button and the users in your chat list. If they had a phone icon somewhere that you could click and had the same functionality, it will be a huge win for me. It is an awesome feature, go and check it out.