Ooma Home Phone Blog

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A timeline of the resurgence of the dumb phone

March 31, 2026

Smartphones dominate modern life, but a growing number of consumers are turning back to dumb phones. This data-driven timeline explores the factors behind their resurgence—from screen fatigue and privacy concerns to shifting tech habits.
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What we lost when home phones left the house

March 24, 2026

From shared family moments to clearer boundaries, this post explores what we lost when landlines disappeared—and how modern VoIP phones are reviving the best of the home phone experience.
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Top voice and hearing features to choose in a home phone

March 4, 2026

Phones have a lot of cool, exciting features nowadays, but some of the most useful are those that help more people make and enjoy phone calls. Here’s what you need to know about phone accessibility features.
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What to do when your phone bill refuses to age gracefully

March 2, 2026

Is your landline phone bill getting more expensive with age? Here are simple ways to trim charges, bundle smarter, and switch to VoIP so your monthly bill finally starts acting its age.
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Color and personality in a VoIP world: What your home phone style reveals

February 25, 2026

A home phone is a very functional part of any household. And while we think of it in terms of its usefulness, it also holds some design significance. This post explores how your color preferences and personality can shine through with the selection of a house phone that matches your vibe.
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Building emotional connection through real phone conversations

February 13, 2026

Texting is fast, but it can weaken emotional connection and invite miscommunication. This post explores why voice matters—and offers practical tips to start and sustain real phone conversations, even if calls make you nervous.