Verizon is seeking permission from the Federal Communications Commission to phase out its traditional copper landline service. The company aims to replace this older technology with fiber or wireless service for as many customers as possible. While Verizon has not announced a specific timeline on its website, a local news outlet in Watertown, New York, reports customers are being told the change could happen by the end of November. This modernization is also likely a move to save money by not maintaining an increasingly small copper network.
Verizon pledges to provide ample advance notice to customers, who can then choose an approved modern solution. The company assures that essential services, including emergency calls, will remain available, and customers can retain their current phone numbers. Importantly, people without access to a newer option will continue to receive copper landline service until a suitable alternative is identified, addressing concerns for those in rural or remote areas.