Ooma Home Phone Blog

Escape AT&T’s high landline costs and keep your phone number

Are you stuck paying for high-speed internet and a landline phone? Shelling out for two different services can be a drag. But the good news is you can cut costs, cancel AT&T home phone service and keep your phone number by switching to a VoIP service. VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, enables you to make phone calls via the internet – so you won’t need a landline anymore.

How to deal with inflation, according to Ooma customers (2022)

There’s been a lot of talk about inflation lately and for good reason. It’s been over 40 years since we’ve seen costs rise the way they have been these past few months. According to the latest Consumer Price Index report, we’re currently experiencing the largest 12-month increase in consumer prices since 1981.

OBiTALK end of life is almost here, but Ooma is still committed to residential home phone service

Many phone providers have been abandoning home phone service, making it difficult for people who rely on it to communicate with their loved ones. The latest casualty may be OBiTALK, the residential product line of Obihai Technology. It reaches its end of life on December 18, 2023.

It’s time to break up with your legacy home phone service provider

After more years than I care to count, I’m leaving you. It’s become crystal clear that you no longer have my best interests at heart. We’ll always share some fond memories, but I’m writing to let you know that you’ll no longer be my home phone service provider.

The 411 on 911: Separate the truth from the myths

How exactly does the 911 emergency system work? There is a complex set of procedures and infrastructure behind the scenes that makes sure you get the help you need. Take a few minutes to find out how 911 works and make sure you are fully protected.