Ooma Home Phone Blog

Screen time for kids: How much is too much at every age - blog post image

Screen time for kids: How much is too much at every age

May 4, 2026

Learn how much screen time is healthy for kids at every age, the risks of overuse and practical ways parents can build better digital habits.
Home emergency preparedness: Save precious minutes with a home phone - blog post image

Home emergency preparedness: Save precious minutes with a home phone

April 26, 2026

Learn why a home phone with E911 can strengthen your emergency preparedness plan and help you save critical time when it matters most.
Easiest monthly expense to reduce (that no one talks about) - blog post image

Easiest monthly expense to reduce (that no one talks about)

April 24, 2026

Looking for a painless way to reduce monthly expenses? Your traditional landline may be costing more than you think. Here’s why switching to VoIP can help lower your household bills without changing your daily routine.
18 tips to teach kids phone etiquette at home - blog post image

18 tips to teach kids phone etiquette at home

April 24, 2026

Kids use tech early, but do not learn phone etiquette naturally. This post will help you teach it.
Building emotional connection through real phone conversations - blog post image

Building emotional connection through real phone conversations

April 13, 2026

Texting is quick but can cause disconnects; this post shows why calls matter and how to make them easier.
Boho, mid-century or minimalist? The right phone for every design aesthetic - blog post image

Boho, mid-century or minimalist? The right phone for every design aesthetic

April 2, 2026

Your home aesthetic should feel cohesive, and that includes the technology you use every day. This post explores how to match home phones and other tech with popular design styles like boho, mid-century modern, retro, modern, minimalist and eclectic—plus room-by-room ideas to help tech feel like part of your décor, not a disruption.