NBN Ready Home Phones

As you may have heard over the last few years, the National Broadband Network rollout is changing the way individuals and businesses in Australia use their phones. With pre-existing services such as cable broadband and copper phone lines gradually phasing out, it’s only a matter of time before almost everyone will need an NBN compatible home phone.

While it’s true that most people own a mobile phone, and that smartphones especially have been edging out the need for home phones, lots of people still prefer to make calls from a landline when they’re at home.... Read More

NBN Ready Home Phones

As you may have heard over the last few years, the National Broadband Network rollout is changing the way individuals and businesses in Australia use their phones. With pre-existing services such as cable broadband and copper phone lines gradually phasing out, it’s only a matter of time before almost everyone will need an NBN compatible home phone.

While it’s true that most people own a mobile phone, and that smartphones especially have been edging out the need for home phones, lots of people still prefer to make calls from a landline when they’re at home. Even with the arrival of the National Broadband Network, you should still be able to choose to keep your landline – which is where NBN ready phones come in.

Though main landline phones are often corded, many people like to have the freedom to move around their home while they chat on the phone, or the ability to accept a call from different rooms. Our NBN compatible cordless phones can help you to make and receive calls wherever you like in your house, without having to rely on a mobile phone as your primary point of contact.

Can you get NBN compatible amplified phones?

Of course! All of the NBN ready phones in the collection below have a range of assistive technology features. If you struggle with hearing loss and require an amplified phone, and you’re also updating to an NBN connection, then one of these products is sure to be perfect for your needs.

These amplified home phones are all compatible with NBN services, allowing them to be installed in any home with an NBN connection. Whether you choose a corded NBN phone as your primary landline, or cordless NBN phones to use around your house, each one is adaptable for people with hearing, visual, and memory impairments.

This includes features such as louder volume, visual call indicators, and a clear display with bigger buttons. Most of these phones are also compatible with hearing aids, though not all will be Telecoil-enabled. Some phones come with a picture-dialling option, which allows you to programme phone numbers for up to 4 contacts and place their photographs over the relevant buttons.

Find NBN ready phones at Hear for Less

At Hear for Less, we value the importance of communication for everyone. As Australia continues to adapt to technological advances, we’re pleased to provide both corded and cordless NBN ready phones for those who need accessible telecommunications devices, so nobody is left behind.

To contact the team at Hear for Less with enquiries about NBN phones, call us on 1800 432 736 or email us at sales@hearforless.com.au for a swift and informed response. Alternatively, you can fill out our online enquiry form now to contact us without even leaving our website.

Frequently Asked Questions about NBN phones

We understand that the NBN rollout and all the information about NBN ready phones can be confusing. We’ve answered some common enquiries about this below – but if you still have an enquiry, feel free to contact the Hear for Less team.

What is an NBN compatible phone system?

An NBN compliant phone system is simply a phone system that works with Australia’s National Broadband Network.  The NBN roll-out has been ongoing for several years, though most properties across Australia are now able to connect to the network. It’s replacing cable and copper broadband connections with optical fibres and related technologies.

Not only does this promise faster internet speeds, but it also means switching from analogue phone calls to digital phone calls. NBN compatible phones use VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, to make and receive calls via internet connection. Your telephone services provider may have already been in touch to discuss switching to VoIP if you have an NBN connection.

There are several types of NBN connections, which determine how you plug in your landline phone. You may have to plug the phone into your modem and then plug the modem into the phone socket, or plug both the phone and the modem into an NBN connection box. If an NBN connection has already been installed for you, they should have informed you which type it is and how to use it.              

How do NBN ready phones work?

As mentioned above, the NBN uses VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) to digitally transfer multimedia messages and connect phone calls. When you switch to the NBN as your broadband provider, your analogue phone line will no longer work, and your phone sockets won’t connect to the telephone exchange anymore.

When the NBN Company technicians visit your home, they explain the type of connection and help you to choose a location for the NBN connection box. It must be easily accessible, as it’s the only place you can plug in a corded primary handset. The technology types available include:

• FTTB (Fibre to the Building) or FTTN (Fibre to the Node) – phone plugs into the modem, which then plugs into the phone socket.
• FTTP (Fibre to the Premises) – phone plugs into the modem if you have Telstra internet service; otherwise, the phone plugs directly into the NBN connection box.
• HFC (Hybrid Fibre Coaxial) – home phone plugs into the modem, and the modem plugs into the NBN connection box.
• Fixed Wireless – phone plugs into the modem, which plugs into the socket; however, you get to keep your copper or cable phone line.

If you’re concerned about losing internet connection during power outages, and therefore being unable to use your NBN compatible landline in an emergency, you may want to opt for a Fixed Wireless NBN connection to retain your copper line, or FTTP with a back-up battery unit. Alternatively, it’s a good idea to have a personal mobile phone in addition to your landline.

What are the benefits of NBN phones?

Analogue phones aren’t compatible with the NBN, though they can be updated using an Analogue Telephone Adapter to convert the analogue data to the digital data that the NBN uses. An NBN ready phoneavoids this hassle, ensuring that your telephone technology won’t become obsolete.

Cloud-hosted technology means that everything is updated remotely, so you can say goodbye to bulky hardware that requires regular maintenance and home visits to upgrade. You’ll keep your existing phone number, but connecting and programming NBN compatible phones is much easier.

While initial purchase and set-up costs are similar to traditional phone systems, the ongoing costs of running NBN phone systems tends to be significantly lower. You could spend up to 3 times less on your phone bills if you choose your provider carefully. Realistically, this technology will become the norm for everyone sooner rather than later, so it’s best to stay up-to-date.