Cut the Cord: 6 Benefits of Switching from Landline to Faircom VoIP

Remember the days when your trusty Telkom landline was your only way to stay connected? Those days are quickly fading, with old copper lines being phased out. 

More and more South Africans are now making the smart switch to Voice over Internet Protocol or VoIP which is a modern phone service that runs over your internet connection.

If you’re already enjoying Faircom Fibre, then getting set up with a Faircom VoIP phone is a breeze. The best part is that you can even keep your existing landline number when you move across.

What is VoIP?

Don’t let the technical name put you off. VoIP is simply a phone service that uses your internet connection instead of outdated copper wires. As long as you’ve got a reliable internet connection (like Faircom’s fast and stable fibre network), you’re ready to enjoy crystal-clear calls and a whole lot more.

Why Choose VoIP Over a Landline?

1. Same-Day Support: Gone are the days of waiting endlessly for Telkom to answer. With Faircom, you get same-day technical support so any issues are fixed quickly.  
2. Keep Your Number: You can easily transfer your existing landline number to Faircom. This process is called porting and is managed entirely by Faircom. You will need to cancel your Telkom landline, but only  when the porting to Faircom has been completed. We can also provide you with a brand-new local telephone number, if that’s what you need. 
3. Reliable Connectivity: Outdated copper cables are unreliable and inefficient. By running your calls over Faircom Fibre, you’re guaranteed fast, high-quality voice connections without the dropouts and crackle of traditional lines.
4. Additional features: This isn’t your average phone. With Faircom VoIP, you’ll unlock features like caller ID and caller waiting, customisable buttons to speed-dial your favourite contacts, and quick call transfer. You can also host group calls with several people at the same time, and easily manage your voice mailbox. 
5. Big Savings: With Faircom VoIP, mobile, landline, and international calls cost less than Telkom rates. Remember, calls between Faircom VoIP users are 100% free to other Faircape Life residents on VoIP.  
6. Your phone also doubles up as an intercom system which adds even more value for money.
7. Different options: You can choose between a wired VoIP phone, a wireless VoIP phone and a big-button phone, that is perfect for easy use at home).
   

Time to Cut the Cord

Switching to VoIP means upgrading to a smarter, more reliable way to connect that costs much less. Whether you’re calling family across the globe or setting up your home office, VoIP gives you everything your landline could, and so much more.

Ready to make the move? Explore Faircom’s VoIP options today and experience the future of phone calls.