Google Voice FREE in 2012 Looks like Google Voice calling in the U.S. and Canada will again be free for 2012. Users are reporting the following popup when signing up for new Google Voice calling in Gmail:
"Calls to the U.S. and Canada are free in 2012."
Call phones from Gmail
How does this work?
You can now place calls to landline and mobile phones from within Gmail. Just dial any phone number and you’ll be connected. Learn more.
Rates
Calls to the U.S. and Canada are free in 2012. International calls are billed at our insanely low rates.
Emergency Calls
By clicking accept, you understand and agree that Google Voice is an enhanced call management application and that Google Voice is not capable of placing and receiving emergency service calls. Read the complete Terms of Service.