Originally Posted by
dtsm
Not sure if skype would work:
1. forward your att number to skype number [no roaming, only charged to your bucket of minutes].
2. configure your skype so that calls received on skype number are forwarded to local china number [charged on skype usa-calling-china rates]
This would mean keeping the AT&T number active an expensive option. If you can port to Magicjack or OOma, these are probably the cheapest solutions. The advantage is that you would be able to use your Magicjack in China and receive calls (same as Vonage or other VOIP service). Basic difference is that Magicjack requires a computer with internet access, Vonage or other VOIP only needs the internet line.