With the advancement of technology over the past decade in cellphones to smartphones, instant messenger, Skype and what-not. I haven't the need for a phone dedicated landline. I would think yes for a business but for home.......
What do yous think? You think you still need a paid home landline? When was the last time you remember using one? You think it will become obsolete? Any other thoughts?
The only reason I brought it up was because I've heard quite a few radio ads mentioning it in their deals.
Posted by NorcalfeetStudios (Member # 732) on :
Yeah business only, and for those old dudes who still have dial-up AOL like someone I know lol.
Posted by AceCorr (Member # 37554) on :
I still have it. Landline has better reception than cell phones that's why I still have it.
Posted by LeDaemon (Member # 198) on :
Haven't had one for years myself. My 80 year old dad still has one along with his cell phone.
Posted by oneagain (Member # 35859) on :
Sure do...best reception...doesnt need external energy if the power goes out...no battery...plus having an alarm system...dont trust the wireless alarm systems from.comcast
Posted by Toetapper (Member # 6473) on :
quote:Originally posted by AceCorr: I still have it. Landline has better reception than cell phones that's why I still have it.
Yes, I still have a landline. Clarity of the calls is certainly a large factor. Only in the last couple of years have cell phones been usable in my area. With a landline, you don't have to look for a minimum number of "bars" - you just pick up and start dialing.
Posted by Ophillia (Member # 29787) on :
I do. I'm just coming out of a fucked up satellite internet contract and the only Internet provider available to me has a monopoly on my area. I believe I have to have one in order to get the other Posted by footjoyboy (Member # 26478) on :
Nope, haven't had a land line for 7 years.
Posted by Toetapper (Member # 6473) on :
quote:Originally posted by Bondo: I wonder if/when they'll stop including phone jacks in new homes.
Hmmmm. That's one hell of a good question.
I have a friend who is a contractor; I'll have to ask him what his take on it is. I know he got rid of his hardline.
Posted by Cain (Member # 8492) on :
Have one but don't use it. Comcast charges you more if you don't have one it's ridiculous
Posted by Jerimiah (Member # 48783) on :
I just use my cell for everything. Cost way to much to have a landline through windstream where I live. Cheaper with just tv and internet.
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