Unlike U.S.-based service, where you pay for both making and receiving calls, in Europe only the calling party pays, Schukai said.

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Within minutes I was making and receiving calls.

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With HTC Connect, consumers can turn their phones into never-ending sources of entertainment, with the ability to control music playback and volume easily while simultaneously using the device for other functions, from making and receiving calls and taking pictures to downloading the latest apps and surfing the Web.

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When I travel I studiously avoid making and receiving voice calls over the public switched network because of the costs.

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Customers in the region are experiencing disruptions to their landline and wireless services, with many saying they have trouble making calls and sending and receiving text messages.

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The maximum cost in euros would be 49 euro cents for making calls, and 24 euro cents for receiving them.

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