
Localphone International Calls for PC
Reviewed by Stuart Dredge · Updated
What's New
This update polishes the calling experience with bug fixes and performance tweaks, plus a few usability touches to make navigating the app feel smoother.
Version 2.7 · · 44.8 MBLatest
We've listened to your feedback and squashed several bugs while tightening up how the app runs. A handful of small refinements make getting through to friends and family just a bit easier. Keep sending us your thoughts—we read them all.
Version 2.6 · · 60.3 MB

Localphone International Calls lets you dial over 250 countries at rates far below standard phone plans, and running it on a desktop computer means you can keep the app open in one window while managing contacts, emails, or documents in another. The app offers two calling modes (WiFi when you have a strong connection, or a local access number when you're offline) so you can reach friends and family affordably whether you're at your desk or traveling. With real-time balance tracking and instant rate lookups built in, you control exactly how much you spend on each call.
Setting up Localphone International Calls on your computer transforms how you handle overseas conversations. Rather than fumbling with your phone, you type numbers on a full keyboard, keep your contacts visible on a larger screen, and maintain a single login across your work session. The service covers destinations worldwide, with rates as low as 0.1¢ per minute to the United States and transparent pricing for each country you call.
How Calling Works Across Two Modes
Localphone International Calls operates through two distinct pathways. Here's how a typical calling session unfolds:
- Open the app on your desktop and select a contact from your synced Android contact list or existing Localphone directory
- Choose WiFi mode if your internet connection is stable, or select the local access number option if you're offline or prefer avoiding data charges
- Dial and connect; the app automatically adjusts call quality based on your available bandwidth
- Watch your real-time credit balance decrease as the call runs, visible in the app window
- End the call and review the rate you paid against the lookup tool for future reference
Rates and Transparency at Your Fingertips
One of Localphone International Calls' core strengths is instant rate visibility. The app lets you look up pricing for any country in seconds before dialing, so you never face surprise charges. Destinations like Canada (0.3¢ per minute), India (0.5¢), Australia (1.5¢), and Pakistan (1.8¢) are all accessible at rates that undercut traditional mobile billing. On a PC, you can keep a spreadsheet of frequent numbers open alongside the app, noting which destinations you call most often and comparing costs across your contacts.
Desktop Benefits for Regular International Users
Running Localphone International Calls for Windows PC gives you a persistent, organized calling hub. You maintain a single login throughout your day, allowing you to step away and return without re-entering credentials. The larger display makes contact management easier; you can view, edit, and click-to-call your existing Android contacts directly through the interface. If you roam internationally, the WiFi mode option becomes a powerful tool for avoiding carrier surcharges while staying connected to familiar numbers.
Credit Management and Account Control
The app displays your balance in real time, helping you budget international calling expenses with precision. New users receive a five-minute free test call to trial the service, and all subsequent calls deduct from purchased credit. On a desktop, you can monitor spending across multiple days or weeks without constantly checking your phone, integrating Localphone International Calls into a broader communication workflow alongside email, messaging, and video conferencing.
Select an Android emulator:  There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.
Compatibility:  Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.
For example,  BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.
Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.
How to Download and Install Localphone International Calls for PC or MAC:
- Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
- Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
- You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Localphone International Calls APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Localphone International Calls for PC.
You can follow above instructions to install Localphone International Calls for PC with any of the Android emulators available.
FAQ
Can I use Localphone International Calls on my computer?
Yes. You can run Localphone International Calls on a PC using an Android emulator or similar desktop environment. Once set up, you'll access the same calling modes, contact lists, and rate lookups as on mobile.
What's the difference between WiFi and local access number calling?
WiFi mode uses your internet connection for calls, ideal when you have a stable connection. The local access number mode lets you dial a nearby number that routes your call internationally, useful when offline or to avoid data charges on your plan.
How do I know what rates apply before I call?
The app includes a rate lookup tool where you can enter any country and see the per-minute price instantly. All rates are published on the Localphone website as well.
Do I need to keep my Android phone connected to use the app on PC?
No. Once you set up your account and load credit, you control Localphone International Calls independently from your mobile device.
What should I do if a call won't connect?
Check your internet connection quality or ensure your access number is correct if using local-rate dialing. Contact support through the app if the issue persists; response times may vary.
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