# DataRemote Partner AT&T Launches New Landline Phone Service > AT&T Phone — Advanced, powered by DataRemote's VAB-1 POTS IN A BOX®, replaces copper landlines with a cellular gateway with 24-hour battery backup. - Category: Partnerships - Published: March 13, 2025 - Author: DataRemote - Geography: United States - Primary entity: organization:att - Mentions: family:pots-in-a-box - Related entities: solution:pots-line-replacement, topic:pots-line-replacement, definition:pots, definition:pots-line-replacement **Direct Answer:** AT&T has launched [AT&T Phone – Advanced (AP-A)](https://www.att.com/home-phone/phone-advanced/), a modern replacement for traditional copper landlines, powered by DataRemote's [VAB-1 POTS IN A BOX®](https://dataremote.com/pots-in-a-box/vab-1) device. Instead of copper wiring, service runs through a compact on-site gateway that delivers dial tone over cellular and/or broadband — with 24-hour battery backup, E-911 support, and compatibility for existing phones, fax machines, and certain alarm systems. [KTLA 5](https://ktla.com/news/att-wants-to-sell-you-a-landline-again/) / March 13, 2025 AT&T has launched a new service called AT&T Phone – Advanced, a modern take on the traditional phone line. The device behind it, manufactured by DataRemote, uses a cellular or broadband connection to let customers connect a standard phone, fax machine, or alarm system — no copper required. ## Key takeaways - AT&T Phone – Advanced is powered by DataRemote's [VAB-1 POTS IN A BOX®](https://dataremote.com/pots-in-a-box/vab-1) device. - Service runs over wireless and/or broadband instead of copper, with automatic LTE failover depending on deployment. - A 24-hour backup battery helps maintain service during power outages. - The service starts around $45/month, with equipment offered at a promotional $1, positioning it against competitors like Ooma, magicJack, and Vonage. - AT&T has publicly stated plans to exit most legacy copper network operations by the end of 2029. ## AT&T copper landlines are being phased out AT&T has publicly communicated plans to exit most legacy copper network operations by the end of 2029. For customers, that typically means one of two outcomes: migration to fiber where available, or a transition to newer "landline-like" services that run over wireless and/or broadband instead of copper. If your "phone line" is actually powering a life-safety or business-critical endpoint — like an [elevator emergency phone](https://dataremote.com/solutions/elevator-emergency-communication), a [fire or burglar alarm panel](https://dataremote.com/solutions/fire-burglar-alarm-communication) reporting line, or a medical alert device — planning early reduces risk, avoids downtime, and prevents a last-minute scramble. Related reading: [AT&T Copper Retirement: What It Means for You](https://dataremote.com/blog/att-copper-retirement-what-it-means-for-you) ## What is AT&T Phone – Advanced? [AT&T Phone – Advanced (AP-A)](https://www.att.com/home-phone/phone-advanced/) is AT&T's modern replacement for traditional copper landlines. Instead of old copper wiring, service is delivered through a small on-site gateway that provides dial tone and supports legacy analog endpoints. The AP-A service is powered by DataRemote's [VAB-1 POTS IN A BOX®](https://dataremote.com/pots-in-a-box/vab-1) device. It's designed to keep familiar devices working — a home phone, fax machine, or certain alarm/monitoring systems — while AT&T transitions away from copper infrastructure. For a broader look at how this same technology applies to businesses and larger sites, see [POTS line replacement solutions](https://dataremote.com/solutions/pots-line-replacement). ### How it works - **Device:** A compact gateway installed on-site, similar in size and setup to a Wi-Fi router — functioning like a router and analog telephone adapter combined. - **Connection:** Existing phones, fax machines, alarms, or other analog devices plug into the unit's FXS ports. - **Network:** Service is delivered over wireless and/or broadband-backed networks rather than legacy copper, with automatic LTE failover depending on deployment. - **Power backup:** Includes a 24-hour backup battery to help maintain service during outages. ### Who needs this? - Rural or underserved locations where fiber isn't available, or isn't planned soon. - Users of medical alert systems, alarm systems, or fax machines that require an analog dial tone. - Homes and small businesses that want to keep a traditional number and familiar phone setup. ### Key features - Keep your existing phone number and use existing phones. - E-911 support with enhanced location capabilities. - Spam/scam call protection features. - Compatibility with common analog endpoints, including fax, alarms, and medical monitoring. For AT&T's consumer setup options, see the [AT&T Phone – Advanced Installation & User Guide (PDF)](https://www.att.com/scmsassets/support/other/att-phone-advanced-online-guide.pdf). ## Need help planning your copper retirement? If you manage critical analog lines across one site or thousands, DataRemote can help you replace copper with a resilient, monitored solution — without ripping and replacing legacy equipment. [Get started with POTS IN A BOX®](https://dataremote.com/pots-in-a-box) or [contact our team](https://dataremote.com/contact). --- Canonical page: https://dataremote.com/newsroom/news/ktla-5-att-launches-new-landline-phone-service-with-dataremote Organization: DataRemote, Inc. — POTS line replacement, cellular failover, and fixed wireless access solutions. https://dataremote.com