VOXOX Blog

 1. What are OTT services?

OTT stands for “Over-the-Top”, referring to third-party services available on a user’s smartphone that are outside of the control of the mobile carrier.

Topics: Voice Communication, Communication, Telecommunication Trends, Voxox, Messaging, VoIP, SMS, Text Communication, OTT

In today's interconnected world filled with fun-seeking globetrotters and time-crunched business people racing to catch their next flight, mobile devices have become essential to everyday life on the go. In fact, 75% of U.S. travelers use mobile apps while away from home, and it's not just for booking hotels or checking in for their flights. It's to stay connected with friends and family all while saving a few bucks!

Topics: Voice Communication, Communication, iPhone, Voxox, Messaging, VoIP, SMS, Text Communication, Cost Savings, Android

Have you ever used a mobile app to place a call or text message rather than using your service provider’s traditional texting and calling plans? Have you ever watched a TV show on YouTube or Hulu rather than on cable? If you’'ve answered yes, then you’'ve used an OTT app, maybe without even knowing it!

Topics: Voice Communication, Communication, iPhone, Telecommunication Trends, Messaging, VoIP, SMS, OTT

Did you think faxing was a thing of the past? Don't count out the fax as a legitimate and necessary form of communication just yet! While we have adopted new technologies like email and instant messaging for transferring data, faxing still holds an important place in the world of communications.

Topics: Communication, iPhone, Voxox

It's your last day of vacation on the East Coast and you couldn't have had a better time... until you realized you left your iPhone in the cab on the way to the airport. Waiting to get a new one wouldn't be so bad if you didn't desperately need to text your boyfriend and update him on a last minute flight change. Now what? How will you let him know you'll be landing 3 hours late? 

Topics: Communication, Voxox, Messaging, SMS

We live in a world where we're obsessed with keeping in touch. There's an app for everything -- a free calling app, a free faxing app, apps for texting, apps for sharing media, apps for language translation... and the list goes on and on. With so many apps to choose from, it’s easy to wind up with a home screen littered with single-use apps. Don't get us wrong, some folks just need a free calling app and that's that. But, even if that's you, wouldn't it be nice to have options at your fingertips?

Topics: Voxox

What's something the average person does 150 times per day or every 6.5 minutes? Is it sigh, crack their knuckles, or scratch an itch? Nope, it's checking their mobile phones! As crazy as it sounds, we've become so addicted to our moibles that we literally can't go more than 10 minutes without looking for new notifications. 

Topics: Communication, Telecommunication Trends, Voxox

We all know Americans love hotdogs and baseball, but did you know we're also crazy about smartphones? It's true! Last year, 67% of new phones purchased were smartphones and 34% of Americans are now wireless only, meaning they've completely ditched their landlines in favor of a mobile device.

Topics: Voice Communication, Communication, Telecommunication Trends, Voxox

Summertime is big on travel and many of us have already pulled out our swimsuits and flip flops. Although tropical destinations and exciting excursions sound fun, they can be tough to coordinate! Unlike the old days with travel agents to do the heavy lifting, we've started to rely on technology to help us find the best deals, scout out activities and stay in touch with friends and family while on the go.

Topics: Small Business Tips, iPhone, VoIP

Summertime is beach time, and that means slathering on the SPF and hitting the sand! While most of us go to the beach to relax and soak up the sun, others can't seem to pull themselves away from their gadgets long enough to hang ten. With Wi-Fi connections available almost anywhere and 4G speed at our fingertips, mobile gadgets are becoming a surf and turf luxury. With one of the biggest beach days tomorrow (4th of July!), we thought we'd share our top picks for how the tech-obsessed are using their devices on the sand.

Topics: iPhone, Voxox