Did you know that nearly 50% of American households still have landline phones?
Even with over 5.25 billion cell phone users worldwide, there are still benefits to buying a landline phone.
As cell phone technology has increased and most of the world has gone wireless, home phone systems have also made technological advances.
Keep reading to discover some impressive facts you didn’t know about home phones and why you still need one!
Emergency Use
One of the main reasons people still invest in landline phones is for emergency purposes. In the event that you lose power or cell phone service is limited, your landline could be a lifesaver.
While location services and GPS on cell phones have come a long way, calling 911 from a landline gives first responders your exact location.
Most landlines have a dedicated power source that’s buried underground, protecting them from most natural disasters and power outages.
Call Quality
Can you hear me now?
How many times have you been frustrated by a dropped call or poor cell phone service?
Research shows that the voice quality and sound on a landline phone are much more clear and crisp than on a cell phone. Avoid miscommunication or missed information by chatting on a landline phone.
Many homes are made of concrete and metal, which can block cell signals. Home phones are the perfect solution for poor cell service inside your house.
Easy to Find and Use
70 million smartphones are lost every year. Whether you misplace yours for an hour or a day, not having the ability to contact people or be contacted is both dangerous and inconvenient.
The best part about a landline phone is that you’ll always know where to find it. Mounted on your kitchen wall or placed beside your bed, if you need to make a call, your home phone is only a few steps away.
You can also call and locate your missing cell phone using your landline.
As smartphone design and technology advance, some users are left in the dust. With so many buttons, apps, screens, and cameras, these tiny computers can be difficult to navigate.
With a landline phone all you have to do is pick it up, dial the number, and you’re connected! It’s a simple, straightforward way to communicate.
A Landline Phone is Required for Most Security Systems
Are you investing in a home security system? If so, it may require a home phone connection.
Many security companies request a landline as the main source of contact.
Connecting a security system to your landline phone is also easier and cheaper than using a cellphone, reducing your monthly expenses.
Invest in an Internet and Home Phone Service Bundle
Whether you’re preparing to move, just settled into your new home, or are looking for an upgrade, Century Link has services for you.
Our quality internet and phone service guarantee you never lose contact or connection with the outside world. Improve communication and clarity by investing in a landline phone as well.
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