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Now that cellular phones have become so inexpensive and easy to use, many people are discarding their corded telephones entirely. Cutting out that extra fee once a month makes sense, but there are many reasons it’s a good idea to keep at least one corded phone at home.
Emergency Services
Most cities are working to find ways to add cell phone location indicators to their emergency services technology, but the process is far from complete. In many areas the only way an emergency responder can track the location of a caller is through a land line. That means that if you have a problem at home and are unable to speak clearly to the emergency service provider, they will be able to find you if you are on a corded phone. If you are on a cell phone, however, they will need for you to explain exactly where you are so that they can get help to you.
Power Outages
Cell phones are wonderful during short power outages because they are easy to carry from room to room as you make sure everything is all right. If the power outage lasts for more than one day, however, your cell phone battery will probably die and you’ll be left without a phone. Corded phones don’t rely on battery power, and they don’t need electricity to operate. You can keep in contact with friends and family through a corded phone no matter how long the electricity is out. If you live in a remote area, it is important to keep at least one corded phone as a back up in case you need it.
Security Issues
Cell phones send your conversation through the air to towers all over the country. They are very susceptible to wire tapping, and are probably the least secure way to have a conversation. Corded phones, however, have to be physically intercepted through the phone lines for someone to listen in. It is still possible for a corded phone conversation to be listened to, but it is more difficult than tapping into a cell phone conversation. If you like to have complete privacy for your calls, a corded phone is your best option.
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How did people send messages 50 years ago?
Corded telephones, letters, notes, ham radios, etc.
When were corded telephones most popular?
The telephone was invented in 1876 and was corded. It wasn't until the mid 90's that cordless phones were introduced to the public. So, corded telephones were popular from the late 1800's to the 1990's.
What retailers still sell corded telephones?
If you are looking to buy a corded telephone for home use, there are several ways one can go about doing that. The first, and quickest, way would be to find a local electronics store and ask a worker there to direct you towards the telephone section. Another possible route to take is call a local store that you think may supply corded telephones and ask them if they do not, who nearby would carry such an item. This allows you to find where to seek out a telephone without leaving your house and wasting time.
What is the telelphone market divided between?
The telelphone market offers two categories of telephone sets: general purpose sets or corded phones and special purpose telephones, such as coin operated telephones
What are the best brands of cordless home telephones and where can I purchase it?
There are so many cordless home telephones to choose from and you know its time to get rid of your corded phone. The best brand for a cordless home phone would have to be Vtech because it acts like a cellphone except its a telephone.
Do cordless vacuums work as well as corded ones?
Cordless vacuums work just as well it is just a matter of keeping them charged.
When did corded telephones become slightly outdated?
Corded phones have gradually become outdated over the last 20 or 30 years since the first cordless phones were introduced in the 1980s. The quality of connection from cordless phones has improved with the introduction of digital transmission. These days, with the prevalence of mobile phones and VOIP technology such as Skype, even cordless phones are looking sated.
Where can a hamburger phone be purchased?
Corded telephones in the style of a hamburger are available through many novelty stores and electronics retailers. Devices at very low prices are available through auctions and buy-it-now entries on eBay.
Which has got better clarity cordless mic or corded mic?
corded
Justify Zimbabwe intervention in D.R.C between 1998-2002?
It was a peace keeping mission
What phones does Uniden company offer?
Uniden manufactures many types of telephones. They have models of cordless phones, corded phones, multi-line phones, amplified phones, waterproof phones, cell-link phones, and business phones.
Where can one find reviews on corded headsets?
One can find reviews for corded headsets at a variety of different websites. One can find reviews for corded headsets at websites such as CNET, Newegg and Amazon.
