Porting my landline to my mobile phone??

WelshPaul

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81873370#Comment_81873370

Go here and scroll down to the "Features" section to see a comparison of both apps. Basically, Groundwire is a more advanced version of Acrobits Softphone that supports messaging and transfers/conferencing. It's only slightly more expensive, so I always recommend going with Groundwire.

As for the rest, your understanding is correct.

danco

I'm just thinking about this. I am only interested in incoming calls, as I am a home user, and just want to keep the number for those people who already know it, I use my mobile for outgoing calls. Andrews and Arnold suggest using Zoiper, which is free. For my usage is there any point in going to Acrobits?

nappy501

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81872474#Comment_81872474

Thank you so much. It was a bit of a steep learning curve, but I have my landline number on my mobile from Andrews and Arnold, using the acrobits Groundwire app. I'm not sure I have all the settings right, but it is working.

danco

I hope that my transfer of my phone from Hyperoptic (keeping my broadband with them) will go through. I filled in the One Touch Switch form, and at first sight all seemed to go well. But then I got an email from A&A sales, saying that the switch had been cancelled because Hyperoptic had no porting arrangement with A&As porting partner. I then found out Hyperoptic's porting partner and told A&A who they were. They then said that they should be able to port. I also made contact with A&A's CEO, who is keeping an eye on the matter.

So at the moment I am waiting to see if they can do the switch. They should be able to do so, and it really shouldn't take long to organise, though I understand it can take quite a while to make the actual switch.

danco

I have just had confirmation from both Andrews and Arnold and Hyperoptic that the port from HO to A&A is going ahead. There's still a week before the actual port, but hopefully it will go through with no further issues.