While landline services might seem like a thing of the past with the rise of mobile devices, Google is announcing the release of the Google Fiber Phone that will offer a landline serviced through the Cloud. This will allow consumers to have a low-cost phone plan and a telephone unit for the home for both local and international calling. This is ideal for consumers that want a phone service exclusively for the home that is affordable as well as equipped with modern features.
The Google Fiber Phone is an affordable service totalling at $10 per month. The services is able to be so cost effective thanks the phone number attached to the landline living on the Cloud. This allows all calls -- international and local -- to be stored virtually without taking up any physical memory on the phone itself.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Cloud-based Landlines
- Google is leading the way in offering cloud-based landline services which provide low-cost phone options.
- Home-based Phones
- The rise of cloud-based landlines presents an opportunity for modern landline telephones to return to the home.
- Virtual Phone Numbers
- Cloud-based data storage also opens up the possibility for virtual phone numbers.
Where This Applies
- Telecommunications
- With the Google Fiber Phone, the telecoms industry has the opportunity to expand their customer base with low-cost landline services.
- Home Services
- The rise of cloud-based landlines presents an opportunity for home service providers to offer connected home phone options.
- Cloud Computing
- The Google Fiber Phone is a prime example of how cloud computing is changing the way we communicate.
