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☎️ They told us we needed a landline ☎️

Blog post from Twilio

Post Details
Company
Date Published
Author
Naomi Pentrel
Word Count
839
Language
English
Hacker News Points
-
Summary

The author recounts a personal experience where they were told by their internet service provider that they needed a landline for doorbell functionality despite already having a mobile connection. They decided not to purchase an expensive landline and instead used Twilio's local phone numbers to create a custom solution, setting up a TwiML Bin that forwards incoming calls to another number, allowing them to remotely answer the doorbell without needing a traditional landline. This setup enabled them to have a functional "landline" experience while avoiding unnecessary costs and outdated technology.