OK Boomer: Neoconservatives Used Landline Phones to Survey Young MAGA Voters
A recent poll indicates that Gen Z might lean towards more interventionist and aggressive foreign policy views compared to previous generations. However, the data behind this study suggests a more nuanced picture than the headlines imply. This survey sparked a column in the Washington Post titled “How Young MAGA Voters View America’s Role in the […]
AT&T will discontinue landline service for homes in California
AT&T to Phase Out Landline Service in California The FCC has approved AT&T’s plan to gradually discontinue landline phone service for over 184,000 households in California, starting June 1, 2027. “Many AT&T customers are receiving notices indicating that their traditional landline service will be ending, with suggestions to explore other options. But while these letters […]
Girl receives a pink landline phone instead of a smartphone for Christmas.
Mom Surprised by Daughter’s Reaction to Landline Phone Gift A mother recently stirred up quite a conversation on social media after sharing her young daughter’s unexpected delight in receiving a landline phone for Christmas. Meg Kate McCallany is one of several parents in Illinois who have chosen to delay giving their kids smartphones until at […]
Desire for a simpler era: Landline phones are returning — and it’s surprising who is interested in them
Entrepreneur Launches Landline Phone with Modern Features In a surprising twist, an entrepreneur has reportedly sold 1,000 revamped landline phones within just 72 hours. Cat Goetze, the mind behind Physical Phones, believes many people feel overwhelmed by technology taking over their lives. Her innovative approach to reviving the landline phone has resulted in sales totaling […]
NYC schools consider eliminating thousands of landline phones
New York City Schools to Transition from Landlines to Online Systems The Department of Education (DOE) in New York City has announced plans to eliminate outdated landline phones in 1,800 schools. They will be looking for companies to help transition to a fully online communication system. According to DOE officials, “As our schools, cities, and […]