Spokeo analyzed landline usage across the U.S., using National Center for Health Statistics data to identify the states with the most homes dependent on landlines. Not long ago, leashed phone ...

Locals were told they needed to make 52 calls a year to keep it plugged into the landline - but can't call anyone at all ...

Vulnerable pensioners and disabled people fear they could be left at risk as the UK phases out the landlines they rely on. Telecom companies BT, Sky and Virgin Media are in the process of ...

Washington County Emergency Management is upgrading its 911 system. Officials said this is a needed upgrade because the ...

Somerset County Commissioners are considering increasing the 911 emergency services fee from 75 cents to $1.50. The surcharge ...

A Telstra spokeswoman said the company is seeing an increase in Aussie parents reintroducing landlines as a way for kids to stay connected before introducing smartphones. “Many parents are ...

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Vulnerable pensioners and disabled people fear they could be left at risk as the UK phases out the landlines they rely on. Telecom companies BT, Sky and Virgin Media are in the process of switching ...