TalknSave Blog

Shana tova from TalknSave!

2011-09-27T14:43:00.000+03:00

It's been another wonderful year here at TalknSave, and we could not do it without YOU, our wonderful customers! We're proud that this year we've been able to give lower rates and better service on things like data packages, call packages and more.

May you have a HAPPY and HEALTHY year, reaching the destinations you seek and keeping in touch with loved ones all along the way. Shana tova!

Unlimited calling in Israel with TalknSave - first time available!

2011-09-05T12:49:00.002+03:00

For the first time in Israel, you can rent a phone in Israel with unlimited calling to Israel and the USA... for just $5/day!

No hidden fees - no overage - no surprises!

$5/day gives you

- a new 3G phone rental

- insurance coverage

- unlimited calling in Israel

- unlimited calls to the USA, Canada, and landlines in many other countries as well

Want data? For just $7/day, get all of the above PLUS unlimited data on your rental phone, great for basic email and social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc) functionality.

Want to bring your iPhone, Blackberry or other smart phone (Android, etc)? For a total of $10/day, get all that unlimited calling PLUS unlimited 3G/4G data on your iPhone, Blackberry or smart phone!

New unlimited cell phone plan for tourists in Israel

Of course, all our other services you know and love are still available, like virtual US numbers, SurfnSave modem rentals and so on. Sign up now for the Rosh Hashana / Sukkot in Israel season - this offer is valid for rentals up to four weeks long, and is only available for a limited time - the price will go up soon!

TalknSave is happy to bring you this new innovation - the first cell phone company to offer unlimited calling for tourists in Israel!

Happy travels! Shana tova!

Network upgrade for TalknSave

2011-09-05T12:44:00.000+03:00

TalknSave is thrilled to announce that it will be upgrading its network to the fastest 3G/4G network available in Israel, via Pelephone, Israel's original mobile carrier.

With Pelephone, our reception is even more seamlessly solid, and the data speeds are incredibly fast! With more and more customers wanting data services on their phones, this upgrade was the next logical step in bringing the best service to TalknSave's clients.

What this means for new customers: Almost every phone we rent is now BRAND NEW, and all are 3G phones with data capabilities. Even our data-free kosher phone models are brand new and the latest generation touch-screen models.

What this means for existing customers: Gradually we are upgrading all accounts to Pelephone. You will be contacted by our team regarding when your phone and network upgrade will take place. In most cases, you can keep your existing 052 number, or switch to a new 050 number. Phone for Life customers will be given a free new phone as well. We will happily move over your contact information here in our Jerusalem office.

All of us at TalknSave are thrilled about this new development, and look forward to providing you the best service in Israel!

Send free SMS to Israel with TalknSave!

2011-06-22T14:38:00.001+03:00

NEW! Facebook users can 'like' our Facebook page and send FREE text messages (SMS) to any TalknSave number in Israel!

Talk'n'Save

Another innovation from TalknSave, your cell phone company in Israel!

Limited to 5 messages per day. Note that phones with texting disabled will not be able to receive messages.

Israel Summer 2011

2011-05-25T11:28:00.000+03:00

More than ever before, Summer 2011 is the time to come to Israel!

And we'll do OUR part to make your trip a total pleasure!

PHONE SERVICE
What could be better than free?
FREE rental for up to two months with our Summer 2011 cell phone rental special - http://www.talknsave.net/summer!

HAVE A SMARTPHONE?
Bring your iPhone, Android, Blackberry or other smartphone to Israel with you, and just like at home, you'll have ONE device for all your calling, messaging and web needs. Please see our iPhone/Smartphone and Blackberry pages for technical requirements and more.

INTERNET
Our Surf'n'Save modems are incredibly portable, incredibly fast, and totally indispensable. If you need to be online in Israel, this is the best way to do it. More reliable than wifi hotspots, massively less expensive than hotel wifi networks, and truly portable. Want to Skype(TM) from the beach? No problem. Rent a modem for your laptop in Israel today!

See you in Israel this summer!

Passover Israel or USA - cell phone specials for all!

2011-03-28T12:52:00.002+02:00

Find us on Facebook or Twitter to get a coupon!

Coming to Israel for Passover?

- Get Free phone rental
- Free SIM rental
- DATA PACKAGES AVAILABLE for iPhone, Blackberry, Android and other smart phones
- Get your free cell phone rental for Israel here

Going from Israel to the USA for Passover?

- Get unlimited calls from the USA to anyone in the USA and Israel - cheap!
- For a limited time, get free UPS ground shipping in the continental USA
- Talk'n'Save student plan customers and TCS Israel customers can save even more (call us to ask how)
- Get your cell phone for America with unlimited calling to Israel and the USA here

Talk'n'Save is proud to be bringing you the greatest deals in cellular phone service. Wherever you are, have a wonderful Passover holiday - Pesach Sameach!

Data plans in Israel: why getting a local plan makes sense

2011-02-17T13:20:00.000+02:00

As the international cellular market develops, not all providers are lowering prices. In fact, major American mobile operator Verizon has recently updated their roaming plan for Israel as follows:

$1.99/minute for incoming and outgoing calls
$20.00/megabyte for data

It is no surprise that a Verizon customer roaming in Israel could easily incur hundreds or even thousands of dollars in charges.

Here's a great example from an article on roaming by David Snyder (viewable here):

Breaking down the cost
Let’s say the average webpage, including images, flash etc., is 300kb. At the rates I was charged, I could view 9 webpages before I met my average cost of monthly data service.
To put everything into perspective, a 15 minute Skype call would cost $875.
Watching one music video on Youtube would cost you about $200.

The solution: local service.

Talk'n'Save has been providing local Israel services for tourists and students from abroad since 1999.

Now for calls AND data, there's no comparison - local service will be cheaper, every time you travel to Israel.

Talk'n'Save offers unlimited smartphone (including iPhone, iPad, Android, etc) data plans for as little as $5/day, and even less if you need service for a month or longer. Blackberry packages are available as well, also for a tiny fraction of the price of roaming data. And unlike some other providers, our data packages come with telephony as well, so you can use your phone for data AND calls (did you know some providers will give you data on your smartphone, but you won't be able to make calls?).

If you're traveling to Israel, and need data coverage on your cell phone - choose Talk'n'Save.

TODAY ONLY - 30% off your bill! --- now expired

2011-01-30T12:28:00.003+02:00

Awesome deal alert! For the last day of our Winter Special, get FREE RENTAL and 30% off your bill! No matter when you're coming to Israel this year, sign up NOW! Today only!

This is NOT limited to rentals for this winter, but any time this year!

Restrictions: Rentals under 30 days only - does not apply to Keep'n'Touch (virtual number) service. Otherwise - just enjoy the savings!

Click here to signup now - before it's gone! http://www.talknsave.net/tourists/chn-011.asp

(Edit: this great offer is now expired, but don't despair. If you're looking for a deal, contact us on our Facebook page or Twitter account - we'll be happy to give you a special offer!)

New: free pickup and return in Ramat Beit Shemesh

2011-01-09T11:24:00.002+02:00

Talk'n'Save is thrilled to announce our new service in the greater Bet Shemesh / Ramat Bet Shemesh area. Hundreds (thousands?) of tourists, students and olim come directly to the Bet Shemesh area upon arrival in Israel, and now they can get their rental cell phone, SIM card, modem and more without leaving town.

In conjunction with the RBS Gelt Center, customers can pre-order their rental equipment, and pick it up in the Ramat Beit Shemesh Alef merkaz mischari, the large shopping center off of Nachal Kishon. Convenient to the Ramah and minutes away from Bet Shemesh proper, the location provides a valuable bonus to recently-arrived tourists, because the RBS Gelt Center is a full-service money changer as well as a Talk'n'Save pickup location.

At the end of your rental, you can return the Israel phone, SIM or modem directly at the RBS Gelt Center. There is no fee for this service - free pickup and free return.

The RBS Gelt Center is open Sun-Thurs from 8:30 AM-7 PM, and Fridays & erev chag from 8:30 AM-12:30 PM.

Residents of Ramat Beit Shemesh, Beit Shemesh and surrounding yishuvim - let your visiting friends and family know that Talk'n'Save provides the best service, savings... AND convenience.

Talk'n'Save is cool...

2010-11-08T11:17:00.002+02:00

...well, Winter is finally getting started here in Israel, so Talk'n'Save is even cooler than usual!

Some exciting new developments here in the last few months.

Online account updates: by popular demand, you can now update your account's billing information online with our secure server. Just go to Account Update in the drop down 'Your Account' menu on our homepage, http://www.talknsave.net.

Online, phone and (new!) SMS minute checking: Talk'n'Save is proud to have offered our customers a way to check their minute usage first by phone, then online - and now, finally out of beta testing, by text messaging (SMS)!

Online: go to http://www.talknsave.net/MinuteCheckerSite/ (also accessible from the 'Your Account' drop down menu). Great for parents 'back home' who want to check on their child's account!
By phone: dial 02-658-0028 from your Talk'n'Save phone
By text message: text 02-651-1377 from your Talk'n'Save with the word 'minutes' in the body of the message - and you'll receive a summary of your usage this cycle in mere nanoseconds*

Last update, our long-term modem rental for Israel (our Surf'n'Save program) is now more affordable than ever before. We slashed the monthly fee in half - literally! Go to http://www.talknsave.net/surf-n-save/extended.asp to sign up for less than $1.75 a day (!) for unlimited, reliable, wireless internet anywhere in Israel.

Have a healthy winter, and watch this space for information on our Winter Break discounts for phone rentals for Israel.

*approximately :)

Sukkot in Israel!

2010-09-20T11:33:00.002+02:00

We're happy to bring you lots of links to help make your Sukkot in Israel the best ever!

1) Need to rent a cell phone? Maybe an extra one for visiting guests or family? Our free cell phone rental for Israel special is still going on, but hurry - soon it will be too late!

2) Driving around in Israel? Rent a GPS for Israel and don't spend your holiday asking for directions!

3) Need something to do? Check out the handy Jerusalem events calendar at FunInJerusalem.com.

4) Feel like some music? Rock Ami's chol hamoed Jewish rock'n'roll concert is back in Jerusalem! Go to Rock Ami's site for more information and discounts on tickets.

5) Looking for more ideas? Here's Rusty Mike Radio's podcast on things to do this Sukkot.

Have a wonderful Sukkot holiday! Remember, Talk'n'Save will be closed for days of chag, but we WILL be open for reduced hours on chol hamoed. Chag sameach from Talk'n'Save, your cell phone company in Israel!

Shana Tova from Talk'n'Save!

2010-09-06T22:03:00.002+03:00

May you have a HAPPY and HEALTHY year, reaching the destinations you seek and keeping in touch with loved ones all along the way.

7 out of 10 students in Israel use Talk'n'Save - why not you?

2010-07-15T13:01:00.002+03:00

It's the middle of July, and students on their way to Israel for the year are signing up now for their phones.

More than 70% of American students coming to Israel to study will be using Talk'n'Save phones.

Since 1999, Talk'n'Save has been the leader in cell phones for students in Israel, pioneering new technologies, lower rates and the most fantastic customer service in the industry.

Join the largest student network in Israel. (And don't forget, you can pay just a penny a minute to call all Talk'n'Save phones - read more!)

Your phone in Israel should be a Talk'n'Save phone. Sign up today.

1¢ per minute to call your friends?! Yup!

2010-07-13T12:40:00.000+03:00

Students coming to Israel for the year can now pay as little as 1¢ per minute to call ANYONE on Talk'n'Save!

When you sign up for your minute package for outgoing calls, look for this on the Choose Optionals page:

For $10/month, get 1000 minutes JUST to call ALL Talk'n'Save phones - that's just a penny a minute!
Join the largest student network in Israel... Talk'n'Save!

Only available when you choose a base package of 600 or more minutes, and not available on pay-as-you-go plans. See signup form for more details.

Summer 2010 at Talk'n'Save!

2010-05-30T21:38:00.000+03:00

Coming to Israel for Summer 2010? If you'll be here for a month or more - we've got an amazing offer for you!
FREE rental - free! - plus our brand new, unparalleled amazing TOURIST call packages!

We still offer a pay-as-you-go plan, of course, but now it's easier than ever to budget your calls. Buy a package of minutes for your short-term rental - and use them any time you want.

Unlike our student packages, which are a set amount of minutes per month, these tourist packages cover your entire rental. So let's say you come to Israel for 5 weeks, and buy a 500 minute package. If you want, you can use 100 minutes a week... or 1 minute the first day, and 499 minutes the last day! It's the ultimate in flexibility - and if you find you need more minutes during the rental, no problem; they're available to purchase in 100 minute increments.

Minutes cover calls to anywhere in Israel AND anywhere in the USA/Canada! So with our 500 minute example, use 50 minutes a week for local Israeli calls, and 50 minutes a week for international calls... or use ALL for international calls, or ALL for local calls - or any combination thereof!

And specially for our summer 2010 special - our 500, 1000 and 2000 minute packages come with 1000 free minutes JUST for calling other Talk'n'Save phones! Perfect for family trips, organized tours, coming to Israel with your best friend - you name it!

Have a great summer in Israel with Talk'n'Save!

NEW - check usage online!

2010-04-25T21:07:00.000+03:00

We're excited to announce that you can now check your minute usage for the current billing cycle ONLINE!

While our minute-checking number, 02-658-0028, is of course still valid for checking the minutes you've used, this new online functionality allows you to check your usage from anywhere in the world, with an internet browser. It's totally free, and it's especially fantastic for parents 'back home' who want to check up on their child's usage.

Access your minutes at http://www.talknsave.net/MinuteCheckerSite/.

Another fantastic service - from Talk'n'Save, your cell phone company in Israel.

Moshe Kahalon visits Talk'n'Save

2010-03-25T06:29:00.003+02:00

MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS KAHALON VISITS TALK'N'SAVE TO

ANNOUNCE SUPPORT FOR SMALL COMPANIES LOOKING TO ENTER

ISRAEL'S CELLULAR SERVICE MARKET

Israel's Minister of Communications Moshe Kahalon visited the Jerusalem headquarters of Talk'n'Save, a fast developing cell phone service provider, to explore potential areas of cooperation between the company and the Communications Ministry. The meeting focused on Israel's mobile market and in particular, the ability of smaller niche market operators such as Talk'n'Save to boost competition and encourage operators to come up with more attractive offers for customers.

Minister Kahalon saluted the initiative of Talk'n'Save for the steps the company has taken to develop a full-service facility. The Minister did acknowledge that smaller niche market companies like Talk'n'Save do face specific challenges in this new environment and announced that he will be working to refine the laws to help the interests of those companies.

Talk'n'Save, founded in 1999, serves as a mobile phone provider largely catering to the student and tourist markets and foreigners spending extended periods of times living in Israel. The company has placed special emphasis on developing its infrastructural capacity to provide top level service for the English and French-speaking customer base.

The Talk'n'Save CEO said that he welcomed the Minister's support and confidence. "We are excited that the Minister realizes and understands the value of openness in the Israeli cellular marketplace," he said, "particularly for niche markets that we serve - the Anglo and French speaking population of Israel."

Talk'n'Save is an international company focused on providing tourist and travelers with mobile communication services. Founded as a private corporation in 1999, the company is headquartered in New York with offices in Israel and the UK. Since its founding, Talk'n'Save has provided over 100,000 cell phones to students and tourists.

article by Dena Wimpfheimer, email: dena@djwconsult.com

Jerusalem Post on Communication Minister's visit

2010-03-24T19:00:00.001+02:00

GPS rentals - Nav'n'Save!

2010-03-08T10:25:00.004+02:00

When you're on vacation in Israel, what a shame to spend part of it lost! That's why we've introduced GPS Navigator Rentals for Israel - Nav'n'Save! This is ESSENTIAL for anyone driving in Israel.

Featuring...

Spoken and on-screen directions in English (and 22 other languages)
Large touch-screen display and handy car-bracket for viewing
User friendly interface
Car charger - included!

Certainly, we don't negate the chavaya (experience) of getting directions in broken English and going "yashar yashar" (straight, straight) - you may have other things on your schedule!

Perfect for tourists and students driving in Israel - and even for Israelis driving in unfamiliar areas. Now available for convenient pickup at our Jerusalem office OR shipped to your home or hotel anywhere in Israel!

Pesach vacation is almost here, so reserve now to ensure availability. http://www.talknsave.net/tourists/gps-333.asp

Use your own Blackberry in Israel for calls, surfing and email

2010-02-11T10:58:00.000+02:00

We're thrilled to announce we're restarting our Blackberry program. Back in May 2008, we launched our initial Blackberry service, but we were unhappy with the amount of limitations it offered.

But now - it's better than ever before!

Bring your own Blackberry from home and use our SIM for...
SURFING
EMAIL
& CALLS!

We've eliminated the need for renting two devices (one for calls, one for email), or paying massive Blackberry roaming fees. Another innovation - from Talk'n'Save!

Please see full compatibility and rate information for using your Blackberry in Israel.

Talk'n'Save - phone rentals now in Monsey / Spring Valley, NY!

2009-12-24T10:43:00.001+02:00

A hearty mazal tov to Monsey / Spring Valley, NY, home of the newest Talk'n'Save agency! Now residents of Rockland County (or anyone else passing through!) can easily pick up and return cell phones for Israel right in the neighborhood.

It's all about convenience! Before you head out to the airport, stop by our new Monsey agent on 37 Jacaruso Drive in Spring Valley - pick up your phone(s) and have the convenience of a phone in hand from the moment you land! When you return, just drop the phone back off - and you're done!

Local agent pickup is just $5, cheaper than delivery by mail in the US or by courier in Israel.

Our Monsey office is at 37 Jacaruso Drive in Spring Valley. Email monsey@talknsave.net or call 877-691-6096 to arrange for service. Please call first so our agent can accommodate you properly!

Enjoy the ease of talking and saving, now in Monsey & Spring Valley!

Students - we're taking customer service further!

2009-12-20T14:38:00.002+02:00

In their eleventh year of specializing in phone service for students in Israel, Talk'n'Save has recently been working even harder to do what cell phone companies usually don't do: trying to lower their customers' bills!

Talk'n'Save was practically the first phone rental for Israel company to offer package plans for users, where a bundle of minutes per month would be purchased, and overage fees charged when a client's usage exceeded the package. While customers can of course check on their usage throughout the billing month, many customers do not keep track - and many customers end up spending considerable sums on overage fees.

"Our clients' best interests are our best interests," said Avigdor Factor, assistant to the CEO. "So we've recently been contacting those students whose bills have been running into overage, and we've suggested switching plans to reduce fees - and reduce their bills." By email and by phone, students or their parents were informed that their bills could have been much smaller, and more realistic plans were suggested.

"The feedback we are getting from the students is amazing," Factor says, "and it's a win-win situation."

Previously, Talk'n'Save has lowered rates during customers' rentals, ran promotions and specials, but the current personalized assistance being offered is truly indicative of their policy of putting customers first.

Talk'n'Save offers cellular phone and SIM rentals for students and tourists to Israel and the whole world (such as China, USA, England and more), as well as modem rentals, virtual numbers, and more. For more information on their rates and programs, see www.talknsave.net.

Winter Break 2009-10... in Israel!

2009-11-25T10:42:00.000+02:00

We're thrilled to announce this year's Winter Break Special for travelers to Israel.

Rent two phones for the price of one... AND get FREE CALLS to all Talk'n'Save numbers, up to 500 minutes - including your own two phones!

Coming to Israel with your family? Get a phone for everyone, and call each other for free.

Coming with a friend? Rent phones together and talk away!

Coming by yourself? Get a phone for each ear! Okay, we're just kidding (unless you want to!) but you WILL still get free calls to other Talk'n'Save phones, perfect for staying in touch with all your friends already in Israel!

Go to our winter in Israel / Chanuka special / 2009-10 page to sign up!

Talk'n'Save CEO in the news!

2009-11-22T10:23:00.000+02:00

Check out the Winter 2009 issue of Jewish Spirit magazine for their great article on Judaism and business ethics, featuring our own Jeremy Berzon!

Here's an excerpt:

“I see my workday as an exercise in character building,” says Jeremy Berzon of Jerusalem, CEO of Talk & Save, an international cell-phone rental company which primarily serves North Americans coming to

Israel

. “I know that as an observant Jew, I represent Judaism to many of the people with whom I come into contact and it is so important to me to reflect positively on my heritage.

“I make sure not to have anything going on in my business that carries even the slightest suggestion of impropriety. There are of course many situations a person in business might find himself in that, while they are legal and within the letter of the law, nevertheless just don’t smell right. I stay away from all such things because I know that I am a visible representation to many people of what Judaism is. This is a standard of which I am very conscious at all times and it has forced me to remain above reproach.

“Through my work, I have also had the pleasure of introducing many people to what Judaism is all about. One VP of a communications company used to joke with me, suggesting that maybe I’d want to start off our meetings each time with a Torah thought. Finally, I decided to take him up on it and before long it became an official part of the schedule. He even wrote it into his calendar – first, a little study time; then the meeting. And it was intriguing and enlightening for him, it was his first experience with delving into classics like the parsha or the Haggada.

“I have seen time and time again that when people see that we conduct ourselves with integrity, and treat them with respect, as our Torah has taught us, they take note of it. It is clear to me that we are representing something to them, something important.”

Developments in the works

2009-11-15T10:20:00.000+02:00

Lots going on here at Talk'n'Save, developing more mobile solutions - worldwide!

New agencies in two countries - opening soon, IY"H!
Winter Break Special for Israel rentals - see separate post!
Besides our great Israel modem rentals, we're working on modem rentals for the UK as well (so exciting!)
The Israel USB modem rental for students is now UNLIMITED! Woot!

Now let us hear from you. What would YOU like to see your favorite cellular company offering? Drop us an email, or speak to us on Twitter or Facebook.

New Cellcom service center in the heart of Jerusalem!

2009-11-04T16:06:00.000+02:00

The majority of Talk'n'Save customers never have a problem with their phone, but in case you ever do drop it in the sink or something else equally damaging, we're happy to tell you that Cellcom recently opened a third service branch in Yerushalaim - right in the middle of town!

Rechov Yaakov Meir #13, in the heart of Geula.

The two other Jerusalem locations in Givat Shaul and Talpiot are of course still at your service. And Talk'n'Save's own office is still at Beit Hadafus #11 in Givat Shaul, open until midnight!

Talk'n'Save is now in Teaneck, NJ!

2009-10-25T12:27:00.001+02:00

Mazal tov to Teaneck, New Jersey, home of the latest Talk'n'Save outpost! Now you can rent a phone for Israel in Teaneck!

We're thrilled to announce our new partnership in Teaneck, NJ. Experience the ultimate in local convenience getting your phone before your trip right in your hometown, and the ease of returning your equipment to the same location upon your return! NO hassles - and you save money too! Local agent pickup is just $5, cheaper than delivery by mail in the US or by courier in Israel.

Our Teaneck office is at 106 Walraven Drive in Teaneck, NJ. Email teaneck@talknsave.net or call 201-645-4544 to arrange for service. Please call first so our agent can accommodate you properly!

Enjoy the ease of talking and saving, now in Teaneck!

Price cut for Israel short-term!

2009-10-14T22:50:00.000+02:00

Less than two years after we lowered prices for tourists in Israel, Talk'n'Save is doing it again!

Now pay just 7.9¢ per minute to call your home number in the USA - in Canada - in the United Kingdom!

Talk'n'Save believes you should save the most where you talk the most, and we've seen that tourists usually spend a sizable amount of their stay calling "back home."

Want to call to sing the kids to sleep?
Want to call to check your voice mail at home?
Want to call to remind them to water the plants, turn off the iron, record a program, send more money for souvenirs? Now you can, for just under eight cents a minute.

Ready to sign up? Go to our short-term tourists rental phone for Israel page. We're waiting for you!

Oh - wait - you signed up last week? No problem. We're also extending this offer to customers with current rentals, not just new ones. You'll get an email from us about it. :) Have a great trip!

Twitter and New Jersey

2009-09-23T23:29:00.000+03:00

Item one: We're having an awful lot of fun over on Talk'n'Save's Twitter account. Come on and follow us. Don't have Twitter? You can still check and see what we're tweeting - you may just enjoy yourself. And we love to hear from you through Twitter too.

Item two: Looking forward to some breaking news for our friends in 07666. Stay tuned...

Shana tova from Talk'n'Save!

2009-09-16T12:53:00.000+03:00

May you have a HAPPY and HEALTHY year, reaching the destinations you seek and keeping in touch with loved ones all along the way.

Students, time to check your minutes!

2009-09-16T12:51:00.000+03:00

Baruch Hashem, several thousand students from abroad are now in Israel to study for the year - and Talk'n'Save is proud to be an important part of their year in Israel experience.

Talk'n'Save pioneered low-cost minute packages for students in Israel (unlike cellular companies in America, cellular companies in Israel have traditionally only offered pay-as-you-go plans). We recognized of course that students would need a way to keep track of their usage, of course, so they could stay within their packages.

To the best of our knowledge, Talk'n'Save is the ONLY phone rental in Israel company with a minute-checking system. It's easy.

Dial 02-658-0028 from your Talk'n'Save phone. You will have the option of hearing a total of your minutes called, your text messages in Israel sent, and more. The information is according to our billing cycles - so for example, if you call now, you can hear how many minutes you've used since August 21.

So check out your minutes, and check out the savings.

(Note that short-term users can also call to check their minutes, but the information may be skewed by a previous customer having used the phone earlier in the billing month. Speak to one of our representatives for more details.)

iPhone compatibility

2009-09-08T13:12:00.000+03:00

Did you know you could use your unlocked iPhone in Israel with a Talk'n'Save SIM card? You most certainly can!

You will have full phone functionality, of course.

As for data connectivity? Not a problem. Get a 120 megabyte package - ample for light usage - for just $19.99/month. Or if you want unlimited surfing, it's just $79.99/month.

Talk'n'Save - Your iPhone in Israel. :)

Rosh Hashana - Sukkot Special 2009!

2009-08-26T12:01:00.003+03:00

Summer is almost over and it's Elul - time to prepare for the high holiday season! Just in time, we have Talk'n'Save's
RENT TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE Sukkot Special!
Rent a phone for anywhere in the world (Israel - USA - Europe - China - and more!) and get two phones for one low rental fee!

Special bonus for travelers to Israel: you'll ALSO get free calls to other Talk'n'Save phones! See our Sukkot in Israel 2009 page for full details.

Our Sukkot Special is applicable to any short-term customers whose rentals begin between September 14 and October 9. So if you're traveling for Rosh Hashana or Yom Kippur or Sukkot or Simchat Torah - we've got you covered, doubly so!

Happy holiday season from Talk'n'Save, cell phone rentals for Israel & the whole world.

Community Magazine on why Talk'n'Save is the way to save!

2009-08-16T20:13:00.008+03:00

Great article in this months's COMMUNITY MAGAZINE of New York. Here's the text - enjoy!

The year was 1995. Josh was leaving
his parents for the first time in his
life. He was going away, not just to
summer camp for a few weeks, but to study
in a yeshiva, in Israel, for an entire year. His
parents wanted to hear from him daily, and he
wanted to keep up with his buddies and all the
latest news, but he didn’t know how he would
communicate across the vast expanse of the
Atlantic Ocean in an affordable way. Having
no other choice, Josh spent hours each week
waiting in line for the central school phone
and talking quickly to accommodate the other
students waiting on line.

When just five years later Josh’s younger
brother attended the same yeshiva... there
was no one by the telephone. Everyone had
switched over to Talk‘n’Save.

Specializing in the
Student Population

Over ten years ago, the founders of
Talk‘n’Save took a look at the existing cellular
phone tourist market and realized there was
a huge demographic being ignored: the
students coming to Israel for the year. Yeshiva
graduates themselves, the company directors
quickly started negotiating the best deals from
Israel’s major wireless carriers.
“We became the first company to focus
exclusively on students,” says Miriam
Druyan, PR Manager for the company and an
employee since those early days in 1999. “The
difference between us and the competition
was staggering – we were something like
75 percent cheaper for some calls. You can
imagine how the savings added up for the
customers.”

Soon customers were coming in droves. Just
a few hundred signed on during Talk‘n’Save’s
first year of operation, but the numbers rapidly
increased and soon enough, thousands of
students were choosing Talk‘n’Save for their
year in Israel. The company quickly advanced
with the times, offering newer models and
a wider variety of services – and lowering
prices, year after year. They also
diversified into short-term rentals
and specials for missions and groups
(including birthright trips, NCSY
summer programs and so on), even
offering wireless modem rentals so
that business travelers can be online
anywhere in Israel.

Most American programs in
Israel (yeshivot, seminaries and
university programs) recommend
and often insist that their students
use Talk‘n’Save phones. And with the
great rates available, this has become
a first choice option for many.

Great Deals and Offerings

The 2009-10 student plans offer prices
as low as 4.9 cents/minute for international
and local calls. Students can buy a block of
minutes and comfortably stay in touch with
everyone back home in the US – for less
than a nickel a minute. No more rushed calls
because of high per-minute costs. And, for the
first time, an unlimited plan is being offered
– something unheard of in Israel, until now.
A free 150 minute plan is also available for
students who just need a phone for security.
Plus, all incoming calls are free with these
plans! Students can rent the latest phones or
just a SIM card to use with their old phone
from home – another great way to save.

But Talk‘n’Save offers even more than
that...

A few years ago, Talk‘n’Save made use
of cutting-edge technology to launch their
pioneering “Keep‘n’Touch” program, which
lets each account add a USA number to their
Israeli phone. This virtual American number
lets family and friends back home call Israel
for the price of a local call. Talk’n’Save now
offers this service (which has since become
widely available) to more countries – providing
local numbers in Canada, England, Belgium
and other counties – and at better prices – as
low as 4.9 cents/minute. The connection is
clear, no special codes are
required, and parents enjoy
the ease and low cost of
reaching their child in Israel.
It’s also a boon for business
travelers and anyone who
needs to be in easy contact
with colleagues at home.

Global Connections

Over the last year,
Talk‘n’Save has begun
offering phone rentals for
global destinations,
specializing in
England, China,
India and other locations. Talk‘n’Save
has earned a stellar reputation for customer
service that has attracted many new and
returning customers, especially now as the
travel industry is flooded with special deals.

“It’s a great company, with a great focus –
we bring people closer together, all over the
world,” Miriam Druyan says. “Being able to
save people money, hearing their reactions
when we call them and tell them they can
save even more, helping someone afford to
stay in Israel a little longer without breaking
the bank... I’m really proud to be a part of it.”

Talk‘n’Save’s main US office is located
in Lawrence, NY, just minutes from JFK
airport, perfect for travelers on their way
out of the country. The main Israel office,
located in Jerusalem, is fully staffed with
English speaking representatives, and – unlike
most Israeli businesses – it is open daily
until midnight. Talk‘n’Save’s staffers are thus
exactly where the customers need them, when
they need them. Quick phone repairs and
replacement in case of damage or loss, easyto-
understand rates and lots of options make
Talk‘n’Save the choice of tens of thousands of
international travelers.

Go to www.talknsave.net or call
866-TALKNSAVE (866-825-5672) to learn
more or to sign up online.

Camera phones for all!

2009-08-11T16:46:00.003+03:00

Did you realize all of Talk'n'Save Israel's rental phones are camera phones? Rent a Talk'n'Save camera phone to stay connected - and take pictures - anywhere in Israel. Of course, MMS (multi media messaging - like a text message, but with a picture or other media) is available as well, so you can share those pictures!

Camera phones and Talk'n'Save Israel - an idea that just clicks. :)

If a customer specifically does not want camera or messaging ability, kosher phones are also available! Kosher phones have no cameras.

1000 minute plan still VERY popular

2009-08-06T02:35:00.004+03:00

Students are signing up for the 2009-10 school year, and we're so happy to have you! It's no secret that folks are looking to save more money than ever before, and so our mid-sized 1000 minute calling package remains intensely popular.

Statistically, we've examined calling habits of thousands of students in Israel and their cell phone usage, and 1000 minutes is a great choice for a large majority of them. Remember, your child in Israel will likely not have any other phone for making calls, and their calling needs also change when they are living abroad. So even if they had a cell 'back home', expect that their level of usage will be different in Israel than in high school.

Good thing that we offer free incoming calls to their Israeli number!

Sign up today for your student phone rental for Israel. We're waiting for you!

Your year in Israel - your phone in Israel!

2009-07-21T10:45:00.000+03:00

Talk'n'Save would like to invite YOU, the student studying in Israel in 2009-10, to take advantage of our GREAT STUDENT OFFERS for your cellular service in Israel!

You can choose from...
SEVEN different calling packages, ranging from our FREE 150 minute package to our unheard of, crazy, amazing UNLIMITED package (but act now - some packages are for a limited time only!).
FOUR text messaging packages. You asked - we listened! You wanted more packages for sending more text messages, and now - you got it!
Lots of phone models (and SIM card rentals!), lots of virtual US number (Keep'n'Touch) choices - and more!

What you get with every rental, no matter what you choose - Talk'n'Save's outstanding customer service and integrity, helpful staff and convenient locations. Find out why THOUSANDS of students and most schools choose Talk'n'Save for their year in Israel!

Hot summer? Turn on the fan!

2009-07-21T08:00:00.000+03:00

Talk'n'Save on Facebook

(Isn't that cool?)

NEW STUDENT PLANS for 2009-10!

2009-07-01T13:02:00.005+03:00

We couldn't be more excited! Talk'n'Save, the best company for student cellular rentals in Israel, has just released their great new plans for 2009-10.

We've brought back the 150 free minute package, the popular 3000 minute package, and this year, for the first time, we're introducing the Unlimited package. That's right! UNLIMITED minutes to anywhere in Israel AND the USA / Canada, and even to landlines in England.

Unheard of? You bet! But Talk'n'Save is all about innovation, and saving you money!

Phone rental rates have dropped since last year, and we're happy to announce the very highly rated phone, the Nokia 3610 - and it won't even break the bank.

There are more text messaging packages than ever before as well - you asked, and we answered!

So take a look at our student cell phone and SIM rentals for Israel. We're so excited for the coming year in Israel - we know you will be too!

Follow us on... Twitter!

2009-06-30T02:00:00.000+03:00

Who better than a cell phone company to catch the latest wave of communication? Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on our special offers, coming attractions and some fun stuff (because, hey, we like to have fun too!).

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2009-10 school year is coming - yippee!

2009-06-30T00:51:00.003+03:00

The new school year is coming, and at Talk'n'Save, we're super-duper excited. Not just because a new year means a great new crop of students spending their year in Israel, or a big welcome back to our shana bet-ers, but because it means our great new student plans are about to be published!

STAY TUNED! New options, new phones, more of what you've asked us for (we listen to YOU!) and of course, some lower prices too! Coming soon, only from Talk'n'Save, the ORIGINAL and the BEST cell phone company for students in Israel!

Have you heard about Talk'n'Save World?

2009-06-21T16:13:00.005+03:00

Did you know that Talk'n'Save has global phone rentals for world-wide travel? If you're going to India - China - England - the USA - Europe - you can get great Talk'n'Save rates and Talk'n'Save service.

It's not just for Israel any more!

And for summer 2009, rent one, get one FREE! AND take another 10% off your calls! Order today!

Spotted at the parade!

2009-06-01T10:28:00.000+03:00

Supporting Gilad Shalit at the Israel Day Parade

2009-05-31T14:21:00.003+03:00

It's time for the Israel Day Parade once more! Talk'n'Save is proud to co-sponsor the activities of the Israel Solidarity Fund of America in their efforts to raise awareness and funds for captured soldier Gilad Shalit. Look out for them at the parade.

Remember, when you choose Talk'n'Save, you are supporting Israel! Talk'n'Save is based in both Israel and the USA, with representatives worldwide... We support Israel, and you should too!

Enjoy the parade!

Coming to Israel this summer for camp or a tour?

2009-05-24T12:43:00.005+03:00

Talk'n'Save is bringing back their always-popular Summer Camp in Israel special! If you'll be in Israel for at least four weeks, we're offering a free phone rental - for up to six weeks! Great call rates too, perfect for campers, tour groups, missions, even big family vacations.

Hard to beat free, right? We thought so too!

This offer is available for rentals starting from June 25 to July 31, 2009, just in time for your summer travel.

Of course, if you'll be in Israel for more or less time, our regular short term phone rentals and long term phone rentals are excellent offers as well, and may be better for your needs!

You can always, always call or email us about the best plan for you!

Talk'n'Save has the best cell phone rentals for Israel - Israel SIM rentals and Israel mobile phones... for everyone! You can really talk and save.. with Talk'n'Save!

End of the school year!

2009-05-18T12:32:00.001+03:00

Wow, the 2008-2009 school year has really been a great one for Talk'n'Save! This year started with us offering some new plans and programs, and easier dialing than ever before. Our customer feedback has been wonderful and we're excited about next school year being even better, with new phones in the works as well as continued quality service and great value.

Now that many of our students are making plans to leave, whether just for the summer or for the next semester or two as they pursue their studies abroad, we'd like to point ask all current long term customers to update us as to their plans at our student cellphone update page.

Shana bet or not, we need to know your plans. Please be in touch!

Students, if you're leaving, don't forget to return your phone BEFORE you leave Israel! You can even return your cell at Ben Gurion airport (at the post office there) if you'll be in the airport during their business hours.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to be in touch!

We've loved serving you this year! Have a great summer!

NCSY Summer Programs... use Talk'n'Save!

2009-05-01T11:13:00.000+03:00

Talk'n'Save is thrilled that once again, the incredible NCSY Summer Programs going to Israel are choosing Talk'n'Save for their staff and students!

Whether it's GIVE, ICE, Michlelet, Kollel, TJJ... they're all using Talk'n'Save phones!

Talk'n'Save is proud to be working with the OU / NCSY. Many Talk'n'Save staff members are past NCSY participants and advisors, and several have even attended NCSY summer programs themselves. So we are especially attuned to the needs of these groups, as well as excited to be a part of their wonderful experience.

If you're coming on an NCSY trip, your program leaders should be emailing you the details of your Talk'n'Save offer - or just be in touch with us!

Welcome to the Windy City Talk'n'Save - local pickup now in Chicago!

2009-03-03T21:01:00.000+02:00

Talk'n'Save welcomes Chicago to the roster of cities with convenient local agents!

On your way to Israel from Chicago - Skokie - Evanston - or one of the other great suburbs of Chicagoland? Getting your Talk'n'Save phone couldn't be easier. Convenient location (click here for a map) and Talk'n'Save quality - what could be better?

Our new agency is at 6534 N Francisco, Chicago IL. Call 773-409-4849 or email chicago@talknsave.net to make arrangements for your trip. Be sure to call before stopping by so we can accommodate you properly!

Thanks to Talk'n'Save, the City of Big Shoulders can pick up a phone on the way to the airport! Have a safe trip!

Local pickup in Lakewood, NJ - now available!!

2008-12-01T13:19:00.001+02:00

Congratulations New Jersey - you now have the option of picking up your Talk'n'Save rental phone in Lakewood!

We're thrilled to announce our new partnership in Lakewood, NJ. Experience the ultimate in local convenience getting your phone before your trip right in your hometown, and the ease of returning your equipment to the same location upon your return! NO hassles - and you save money too! Local agent pickup is just $5, cheaper than delivery by mail in the US or by courier in Israel.

Our Lakewood office is at 14 Chelsea Court, Lakewood, NJ. Email lakewood@talknsave.net or call 732-719-3779 to arrange for service. Please call first so our agent can accommodate you properly!

Enjoy the ease of talking and saving!

Talk'n'Save and AFI on the Jerusalem Post

2008-10-26T14:58:00.002+02:00

For more detail on the AFI football league kickoff, please see today's Jerusalem Post!

Talk'n'Save sponsors the AFI football league!

2008-10-23T09:44:00.003+02:00

(from the AFI official press release)

Talk'n'Save suits up as AFI league sponsor

Talk'n'Save, a longtime supporter of American Football in Israel, is now the sponsor for all AFI league activities.

"Talk'n'Save has been involved with the AFI leagues for years, and we're really excited to be able to sponsor them now," said Yonah Berzon, CEO of Talk 'n' Save, the leader in cell phone service and rentals for students in Israel since 1999. "We care about the students' entire Israel experience, not just their cell phones, and we know hundreds of our customers are going to be out there playing ball with AFI. So it's really a personal initiative for us to be supporting 'our boys.' And this way," he added with a grin, "we don't have to pick favorites by just sponsoring one team."

"This is a great development for AFI," said Talk'n'Save AFI President Steve Leibowitz. "We have forged an alliance with a great company that recognizes the central role football and Kraft Family Stadium occupies in the Anglo sports scene in Jerusalem and in Israel."

ABOUT AFI
American Football in Israel (www.israelfootball.net) is a non-profit association, which in spring 2004 was granted official recognition as the sport's governing body in Israel by the Ministry of Education's Sports Authority. AFI is a member of the International Federation of American Football (www.ifaf.info/) and the European Federation of American Football (www.efaf.de/). AFI President Steve Leibowitz and Commissioner Danny Gewirtz established their first football league in Israel in 1988. AFI leagues have grown to include some 90 teams and over 1000 players, including the Kraft Family Israel Football League (www.ifl.co.il/) and four flag football leagues. For more information on the league, see the Talk 'n' Save AFI Web site. (www.israelfootball.net)

Not too late for our Sukkot Special!

2008-10-06T14:12:00.001+02:00

Coming to Israel for Sukkot? Talk'n'Save's Sukkot cell phone rental special is here!

Rent one phone, get the second phone... free! NO rental fees, NO insurance fees, NO delivery fees on the second phone! Just pay for the calls you make.

Who qualifies? Anyone renting a short-term phone from October 2nd to October 20th!

Over the Sukkot holiday itself, our offices will be operating under reduced hours. Those will be posted on our contact us page.

A big chag Sukkot sameach to all of our friends!

Shana tova from Talk'n'Save!

2008-10-02T14:18:00.000+03:00

Talk'n'Save - still #1 for students!

2008-08-14T15:17:00.002+03:00

Did you know Talk'n'Save is going into its 10th year of being the BEST phone plan for students in Israel?

Back in 1999, Talk'n'Save was the new cell phone company on the market - but even in our first year, what we heard from customers was, "Finally - my child can have the security of great cellular service in Israel WITHOUT the huge price tag! Thank you Talk'n'Save!"

Every year since then, Talk'n'Save's student plans have just gotten better and better - better prices for the type of calls you make the most, better service when and where you need us most, and more options to suit students on every kind of budget.

If you haven't yet done so, please see our special deals for students coming to Israel for the year. Note our newest package plans! Pay as little as 4.9 cents per minute for ALL YOUR CALLS to the USA, Canada AND Israel! (UK landlines too!). We're offering more packages than last year too - all the way up to 3000 outgoing minutes per month!

On a tight budget? For a limited time only, we're offering a 150 minute package for... free! Really! Just pay the rental / line fee, and don't pay anything more for up to 150 minutes of local AND international calls!

Like to study on the phone? We're offering in-school packages this year (where for fractions of a penny you can have more minutes just to call other students in your school!).

Did you know that more than 90 schools in Israel recommend Talk'n'Save to their students? Schools like AJ, Bar Ilan, Be'er Miriam, Derech, Hebrew U, KBY, Machon Maayan, Mevaseret (YSMZ), Michlalah, Michlelet Esther, MMY, Ner Yaakov, Ohr Dovid, OJ, Reishit, Shaalvim, Sharfman's, TJ... the list goes on!

The best cell phone company for students in Israel is still Talk'n'Save!

There's so much to tell - we're still offering great Keep'n'Touch virtual US numbers for cell phones, offering new phone models like the Nokia 6288, the Motorola z3 and v9... and we'll be offering more choices for customers who make lots of calls to Europe and Australia too.

So stay tuned, and have an AMAZING year in Israel... with Talk'n'Save!

DIRECT DIALING - yippee!

2008-07-21T15:43:00.005+03:00

Finally, the big news... now, all customers can make ALL their calls... dialing direct!

Talk'n'Save is now easier to use than ever!

Veteran Talk'n'Save customers have loved our great rates, amazing customer service - but the dialing methods haven't always been the most convenient to learn or use. Our most frequent comment from customers...
"make it easy!"

So... we have!

Now - dial direct for all calls in Israel (just dial the number - and go!). Dial direct for all international calls (just dial 00 or press +, the country code and the number!).

No codes, no prefixes, no hassle. Now it's REALLY simple to talk... and save!

Talk'n'Save is committed to being your cell phone company in Israel, and we're so excited that our service is just getting better and better!

Remember, each plan has different rates for calling different locations. You will ALWAYS pay more if you dial internationally through any network besides 00 (for example, NEVER dial through 012, 013, 014, 015 and so on). If you need to check your current rates or have any other questions... just ask!

Exciting updates coming soon!

2008-07-17T15:45:00.002+03:00

As we said last time, next week we will have exciting news about how the Talk'n'Save service works.

Unfortunately, though, as a result of our lines being upgraded, Cellcom (our provider) is going to be resetting all existing voice mail accounts on Monday, July 21, 2008. That means all existing outgoing and incoming messages will be erased, and passwords will revert to the default.

Please plan accordingly, and we apologize for the inconvenience! But like construction dust, wait until you see what the final product will be!

Latest tidbits and specials

2008-07-13T16:49:00.002+03:00

Happy Summer from Talk'n'Save! We haven't blogged in a while - just wanted to keep you abreast of the latest developments at Talk'n'Save, your cell phone company in Israel!

Our 4-6 Week Summer Special has been a tremendous success! Tons of kids on tours, families on holiday and students studying for the summer have enjoyed our special free rental offer. But if you're still coming, hurry and order soon - our 4-6 week special ends as of August 1, 2008!

It's not on our website yet, but we're now offering Surf'n'Save modem rentals for Israel for long-term customers! Students and tourists coming for an extended stay in Israel can now rent a cellular modem for their entire trip at reduced rates. Coming soon online! If you need it now, just contact our helpful customer service department.

Of course, this time of year we're busiest working on our student offers for 08-09, and closing up accounts for students who were here for 07-08. Any students who are renewing their accounts of course qualify for our exciting new plans for next year. Students who have left, of course, will have their accounts closed as soon as their equipment is returned to us.

The 08-09 school year will showcase some of our lowest rates yet (since 1999!) and more importantly, we have new phones and new plans too - and the Talk'n'Save user experience is being streamlined and simplified. In just a few weeks, talking-and-saving will be easier than ever! We've listed to our customer feedback, and we're really excited about the new developments. So stay tuned - within a week we should be back with really, REALLY exciting news!

That's all for now from Talk'n'Save! Remember - we're here to serve you, so let us know how we can serve you better!

Salute to Israel Parade 2008 - pictures!

2008-06-05T13:24:00.003+03:00

Thanks again to the students of Shulamith High School, who paraded with Talk'n'Save necklaces, banners and goodies, and of course their great t-shirts proclaiming their "Cell-ebration" of the state of Israel!

Talk'n'Save is proud to be your cell phone company in Israel!

And Shulamith girls... we'll see you during your year in Israel!

(If you have more pictures to share, please send them to miriam@talknsave.net - we'd love to see them!)

Watch for us at the Salute to Israel Parade!

2008-05-29T12:50:00.003+03:00

As we're sure all our friends in the greater NY area know, the Salute to Israel Parade is coming up in just a couple of days!

This year's parade celebrates Israel's 60th anniversary, and all the advances that Israel has made over the past 60 years.

Watch out for the marching students of Shulamith High School, who decided to highlight Israel's contributions to the worldwide cellular phone revolution - and how better to do that than with Talk'n'Save?! They will be carrying our banners and giving out Talk'n'Save freebies along the parade route, so be sure to watch out for them and give them a rousing hand of applause!

While Talk'n'Save is conveniently available to serve you in NY, we're based in Israel. When you choose Talk'n'Save, you can shop locally while supporting Israel!

Enjoy the parade, and remember - when you need to rent a phone for Israel... Talk'n'Save is leading the way!

Blackberry service is coming!

2008-05-18T13:38:00.005+03:00

Yet another innovation from Talk'n'Save! Coming to Israel with your trusty Blackberry? When you use your Blackberry with a Talk'n'Save Israeli SIM card, we can now provide you with Blackberry email and internet!

Never miss another email while traveling in Israel. Talk'n'Save's rock-solid service and coverage will keep you in touch, and our Blackberry service (provided through Cellcom, Israel's largest provider) means you're connected like never before.

Now, more than ever, Talk'n'Save is the ONLY choice for travelers to Israel!

Contact us for more information!

Talk'n'Save- the most options, the best rates, the best service!

Pesach 2008 - specials still available!

2008-04-14T09:20:00.003+03:00

As Passover 2008 approaches, Talk'n'Save would like to remind you that our Pesach rent one, get one free special is still going on! We can accomodate your last minute travel needs - just stop by our Lawrence, NY (5-Towns) office this week! You can also arrange for convinient pickup from our Los Angeles, CA agency, and our Jerusalem office is as always, at your service.

While our NY office will be closed during Passover itself, as always our Jerusalem office will be open with reduced hours during the entire chol hamoed. Please see our site for latest times.

A chag kasher v'sameach, a wonderful holiday to all of our customers and friends!

Talk'n'Save: celebrating Israel @ 60 at the Friedberg JCC!

2008-04-03T11:16:00.002+03:00

Talk'n'Save will be at the exciting Israel @ 60 Celebration at the Friedberg JCC in Oceanside, NY! We're thrilled to be part of this event, with attendees from all over the south shore of Long Island. Click the above banner for information, directions and so on.

Talk'n'Save is proud to be a part of the Jewish community on Long Island, letting you shop locally while you support Israel!

Look for our table at the event!

Talk'n'Save helps sponsor Jerusalem United rally and concert

2008-03-19T15:36:00.002+02:00

Talk'n'Save is proud to be helping to sponsor the Jerusalem United rally and concert this Sunday in New York City! Proceeds from the evening go to benefit terror victims in Israel as well as needy Jews from Gush Katif and other Israel development projects.

We're sure the event will be a success!

Los Angeles pickup now available!

2008-03-11T11:49:00.003+02:00

Talk'n'Save is thrilled to announce our new partnership in California!

For all our dedicated Los Angeles area travelers to Israel, you can now pick up and return your rental phone or SIM card in the heart of L.A.!

Our L.A. agent is located at 8829 Pickford Street, in the Pico Robertson neighborhood. Just call or email to arrange a time, and we'll be happy to serve you!

Best of all, SAVE MONEY! L.A. pickup is just $5, less than shipping your equipment from N.Y. or delivery in Israel! And L.A. office return is free, of course.

Click here for directions. Our L.A. representative can be reached at losangeles@talknsave.net or call 310-402-2277. Remember to call or email first so our agent can properly accomodate you.

Pesach Special 2008!

2008-03-02T15:26:00.003+02:00

Rent one phone, get the second phone free!

Once again, Talk'n'Save is offering a special deal for travelers to Israel this Passover. Rent a phone or SIM with Talk'n'Save, and get free RENTAL, free INSURANCE and free DELIVERY on the second phone or SIM! Just pay for the calls you make.

See www.talknsave.net for more details, or just click here!

SHORT TERM RATE DROP!

2008-02-28T15:25:00.001+02:00

Talk'n'Save has done it again!

Now pay as little as 12.9 cents/minute to call the USA on the Talk'n'Save short-term phone and SIM rental plans!

We've listened to you, our customers, and given you a lower rate to 'call home' when you take a short-term phone or SIM rental from Talk'n'Save.

Ready to sign up? Go to www.talknsave.net or go straight to our short-term rental page.

Don't worry - family members with their special discounts still qualify for this 12.9 cents/minute rate!

Enjoy the savings, and enjoy your trip!

Rate not including VAT.

Keep'n'Touch numbers IN STOCK!

2008-02-20T11:50:00.004+02:00

Over 100 different area codes (representing hundreds and hundreds of numbers) are currently in stock and ready to be assigned to Keep'n'Touch accounts - today!

The Keep'n'Touch Direct (KnT Direct) service allows you to have a virtual number that rings on your Israeli cell phone. So whether your friends and family are back in London, CT or London, UK... or Paris, TX or Paris, France... they can dial a LOCAL number to reach you in Israel.

Don't be confused by other similar sounding services. Keep'n'Touch Direct doesn't work through a toll-free gateway where you have to dial extra digits and PINs and so on. For your friends and family outside of Israel, it's as if they were making a local call. They even hear an American-style ringing sound! For travelers getting business calls while they're in Israel, it's a real bonus that no one needs to know you're out of town.

Already have a Keep'n'Touch virtual number on your phone? You may be interested to know you can have more than one. So if Grandma lives in Palo Alto, CA, and Savta lives in Miami, FL, you can have two Keep'n'Touch lines with local numbers for each of them. Just drop us an email at keepntouch@talknsave.net.

For more information on our Keep'n'Touch Direct plans, please see the main Talk'n'Save website.

Talk'n'Save in the news!

2008-02-11T13:18:00.000+02:00

The Jewish Star has an article about our grand opening!

Talk'n'Save's NY Grand Opening – a success!

2008-02-11T12:59:00.001+02:00

More than 300 people packed into TnS's new 5-Towns office on Long Island, NY, for our big grand opening celebration last week.

Nachum Segal broadcast his award-winning show live from our new premises, and Dougie's 5-Towns provided some succulent treats for hungry fans of Talk'n'Save.

The winner of our grand prize of a free trip to Israel was Michael Lukin from Woodmere. Attendees from the 5-Towns, Far Rockaway and other locations in Long Island were winners as well, as we gave away a phone, free hotel stays (through Talk'n'Save Travel!), iPods and all you can eat dinners at Dougie's!

The new TnS office is conveniently located in Lawrence, NY, just minutes away from JFK airport. We're open 6 days a week – why not stop by on your way to Israel, and pick up your TnS phone?

Want to listen to the broadcast? Click here! (mms://www.nachumsegal.com/UploadedImages/stdImage/NS%20SHOW%201%2030%2008.mp3)

Talk'n'Save GRAND OPENING tomorrow!

2008-01-29T12:56:00.001+02:00

Come one, come all! TnS is holding a massive grand opening tomorrow, celebrating their new convenient 5 Towns location near JFK airport. We'll be giving away loads of things, including iPods, free SIM cards and a new Nokia mp3 phone, travel accessories and more, and a FREE TRIP TO ISRAEL!

The new Talk'n'Save office is at 207 Rockaway Turnpike, just around the corner from Central Avenue, right between Lawrence and Cedarhurst.

Rate drop for Frequent Traveler virtual US number (Keep'n'Touch)!

2008-01-17T12:54:00.000+02:00

Talk'n'Save is always looking to save you the most money when you travel to Israel. Now our Keep'n'Touch Direct (KnT Direct) plan has gotten even more attractive for our frequent traveler program users!

If you buy a SIM card for Israel through Talk'n'Save, you can get a virtual US number for just $29.99/year, and now calls that you receive on that US number are just 15 cents per minute! All taxes included, no minimum usage – just talk and save! Never be out of touch. Just give your virtual US number out to all your business contacts, family and friends back in the USA, and they can reach you painlessly and smoothly. Now going to Israel doesn't mean you're out of touch – you can Keep'n'Touch… with Talk'n'Save!

To sign up for our Frequent Traveler plan, click here.
For more information on our Keep'n'Touch Direct virtual numbers for frequent travelers, click here.