If you want to save up to 98% on your phone bill, here is one service that offers free calls to over 50 countries and free text messages worldwide.

Jaxtr allows its users to enjoy the cost savings of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) from the convenience of any phone. The process is simple. Jaxtr links your phone to the web so you can hear from callers worldwide while keeping your phone number private. Its PrivacyShield automatically routes calls to voicemail. You will have complete control on which friend you want to ring to through your phone. No need for a headset.

The service is free. Jaxtr offers free calls to over 50 supported countries and free SMS or text messages for Premium members.

Here is how to make free calls to Jaxtr supported countries. Visit Jaxtr and do the following:

• Call your local jaxtr number and then input your friend’s number.
• Choose “FreeConnect” from the options.
• Stay on the phone and wait for your friend to call in. Jaxtr texts your friend an SMS notification with a local number to call in and get connected to you while you wait.

If you are a registered member, use the FreeConnect option by pressing “0″ and then “2″ after you hear the voice prompt when you call. If you are not a registered member, FreeConnect is automatically chosen for you.

Note that if your friend does not receive jaxtr’s SMS notification, then you will need to inform your friend by other means (such as email, IM, or a direct call) of the local number to call to get connected to you. Jaxtr will not charge for this service, but your phone company’s normal charges still apply.

Premium members get free global SMS (text) messages. Registration is required to avail of this free text messaging service.

Business competition pays. As companies try to keep customers happy by providing them with extra free services some offers totally free and more sophisticated service.

That’s the reality of doing business now and people are happy because they now can get some services free. Unlike the old days, where one have to spend too much for too little service. Now, the wheel is on the consumers’ side.

For example, telecommunication. Calling anywhere in the world is now easy and free with the abundance of free internet calls available online. Review the herein companies that provide free internet calls and help yourself save tons of money.

• Yahoo Messenger. With Yahoo Messenger, you can make free worldwide PC to PC voice calls. You and the person you’re calling will need a computer with a microphone, speaker and headset. The new version of Yahoo Messenger will allow you to see the other party by using a web camera.
• Google Talk. Google offers a free instant messenger and voice chat application which enables PC to PC voice talk anywhere in the world.
• Skype. You can call anyone anywhere in the world using Skype over the internet for Free.
• MSN Messenger. Talk face to face with anyone anywhere in the world using MSN messenger. You can also exchange photos, files, etc.
• EvaPhone. Evaphone provides free internet calls.
• iCall. With iCall, you can make and receive free phone calls. It lets you make 3 minute phone calls to anywhere in the US and Canada.
• FreeCall. Provides Free Calls to regular phones over the internet to over 30 international destinations. You need to install a free FreeCall Application, plug a headset in your PC and start calling.
• PokeTalk. Allows you to call over 55 international destinations for free.