Ed’s Telecom Alert

All..

I think you will find this extremely interesting…

First check out Worldgate Communications Inc statement

WG Statement

Then read SNAPVRS counter statement

 SNAPVRS Statement

From these links we learn that Worldgate’s reference to "largest customer" seems to be SNAPVRS.  We also learn why OJO network has been inaccessible; Worldgate "wind down business" – which means stop or cut down network connection.  That is why OJO users do not have access to SNAPVRS.       

We also learn from SNAPVRS its counter response that conflicts with what Worldgate Communications claim is happening. 

I’m sure many of you felt the same way as I did – getting comfortable with OJO video phone – it is really a nice video phone.  Now this problem.  I am sure that the FCC is taking a hard look at that and may have to revamp its VRS regulations to ensure that this won’t happen again.  In other words, VRS industry would have to meet regulation that they have redundant service in place.  We’ll see how the FCC responds ot this latest growing pain – or should I say a mesquite thorn?  

At any rate, I am sure SNAPVRS folks are working as hard as they can to make it work.  I feel for SNAPVRS and sincerely hope it works out. 

eyes open & thumbs up,

Ed B