From switchboards to cellphones, the ways people connect with each other has long been exploited for phone thrillers.

The film "Long Distance" explores the significance of long-distance communication in America, highlighting the intricate network of wires and technologies that connect people across vast distances.

Vintage Telephone Technology: Switchboard Operators & Long-Distance Calls Posted: March 11, 2025 | Last updated: March 11, 2025 This vintage film demonstrates the procedures and techniques used by ...

There’s some debate over which switchboard was the first in operation. But in Boston or Connecticut, the year was around 1877 or 1878 and it used something recognizable as a phone plug.

The sisters respond to each caller, offering reassurance and encouraging prayers for the pontiff. Unlike most institutions that rely on automated systems, the Vatican maintains a personal touch, ...