Ooma Blog

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Traditional landline bills are rising because of aging copper infrastructure, shrinking subscriber bases, and added taxes, fees, and surcharges. This guide explains why costs are increasing and how VoIP home phone service can help households save money.

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Area codes were introduced in the 1940s to simplify long-distance calling across North America. Here’s how the numbering system works, why area codes keep multiplying, and what could happen when we eventually run out of phone numbers.

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Learn what phishing is, how phishing attacks work, and how to recognize common scams like email phishing, smishing, vishing, spear phishing and social engineering.

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Learn why POTS replacement has become a business-critical priority and how Frost & Sullivan recognized Ooma AirDial for helping organizations replace legacy analog lines in 2026.

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Millennial parents are rethinking smartphones for kids. Learn why families are choosing non-smart phones and no-internet phones to stay connected without constant screen time.

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As simple as it may seem, old-fashioned phone calls seem to be a solution to reducing feelings of loneliness and disconnection for seniors.