Just because a cellphone has become the 'in thing' doesn't mean it's right for everyone. Cellphones take a few minutes to power up..then they search for connection. At least with a landline, a dial tone is almost INSTANT. Also,a landline phone doesn'...
At the expense of being illiterate, what is a ups where this topic is concerned? I have experienced power outages, which of course, resulted in my not having telephone service. Please don't go there & mention a cellphone. At least Bell's phones will ...
@RyeEncoke wrote:
Same situation. Very disappointed and also considering moving my services to Bell. Not having a cell phone is a personal choice but a land line should always be available during emergencies.
Exactly....AND...not everyone has a c...
@57 wrote:
Yeah, I've encountered the same thing (reported elsewhere in this forum). Years ago I was able to use Internet and my Home Phone worked for a few hours during a local power outage. I also have a UPS with phone and modem plugged into it, ...
@Davage wrote:
We have had Rogers Home Phone for 4 to 5 years now. Yes - we are old fashioned and have a "land line". In the past when the power went out in the area our "land line" would continue to run for a few hours. Now when the power goe...
