Ooma Blog

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As concerns about youth mental health and excessive screen time continue to grow, many families are rethinking how children use technology.

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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.