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Zzoomm Voice by KIT allows you to use your Zzoomm Full Fibre digital line as your phone line so that you can keep your existing home phone number.

You’ll be able to continue using home phone over your broadband, using the fastest, most reliable connectivity available.

Best of all? No more pesky and expensive line rental!  That’s already included in your Zzoomm plan.

Zzoomm Voice by KIT is an affordable and more reliable telephone line replacement so you can keep your home number. This is a fantastic option for customers who want to keep their home telephone whilst upgrading to the latest, state-of-the-art Full Fibre broadband connection.

From just £4.80 a month

• Keep your existing home number
• FREE Local and National calls
• Use your home phone on your mobile device
• Access Voicemail from anywhere and have it emailed to you
• Caller display/call waiting

How to add Zzoomm Voice

Do not cancel any existing services until you have placed your broadband and Zzoomm Voice order

1. Order your Zzoomm Full Fibre plan (New Zzoomm Customers)
2. Call KIT on 0333 015 1521 and let them know your installation date

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These days, your internet connection is usually required to activate many top-tier presents, like games consoles, smart home devices, phones and tablets etc. and will likely be vital for them to perform their function too!

So, to stop Brussels sprouts flying and seasonal sibling skirmishes from disrupting your Christmas Day, check out the information below for suggestions to make sure your new devices are connecting at the fastest speeds possible.

Connectivity troubles come Christmas Day?

Try the points below for a quick fix, or keep reading for more detailed advice:

1. Turn the device off for a minute before trying to reconnect again
2. Do the same with your Zzoomm router
3. Try a wired connection, if possible, to connect the device to the internet
4. Check the user guide to make sure you’re using the right frequency (2.4 or 5 GHz)

Wired or Wi-Fi?

Many mobile devices, such as phones and tablets will only be able to connect to your home’s internet connection via Wi-Fi. But others, especially game consoles and Tower PCs, will benefit significantly from having a physical connection to your router, typically via an Ethernet cable.

For the gamers in your household to climb rankings and perform at their best, we’d recommend a wired connection because Ethernet-connected devices don’t suffer the same degradation that all Wi-Fi connections suffer from, such as thick walls getting in the way, as well as interference from other connected devices.

This means metrics such as lag, jitter, packet loss and ping (that can affect a game’s online performance) are better because there’s a more reliable connection back to the router.

It will also mean gamers will be able to download their games much faster, without affecting the connection speeds of other Wi-Fi devices on your home network!

Top Tech Tip 1

If your new device is too far away from your router to run an Ethernet cable, you could use the mains electrical circuitry in your home as a network. This is called Powerline Ethernet, which can be bought from a variety of retailers. However, they range in capability, and results can be mixed, so please consult the manufacturer’s guide for performance information.

2.4GHz or 5 GHz?

Depending on the device, it may use different Wi-Fi frequencies to connect to your router. If you’re using our newest Wi-Fi 6 router, the good news is you’ll be able to use both 2.4 and 5GHz frequencies, which can deliver a range of benefits.

2.4GHz usually provides more reliable coverage if there’s lots of interference, but while it is a commonly-used frequency, it delivers slower speeds than a 5Ghz signal.

5Ghz provides faster data rates over a shorter distance, and can juggle more devices at the same time, but is harder for the signal to get through walls or travel longer distances.

Top Tech Tip 2

You might find that the 5 GHz network from our router is labelled as FAST on your devices.

Older devices may only be able to connect to one or the other, while newer devices should be able to connect to either. This means that you can connect devices to the network that is best for them

If devices are far away from your router and don’t need the fastest connection possible e.g. Smart doorbells, CCTV etc. we’d recommend using the 2.4 GHz network. For streaming devices and consoles, we’d definitely recommend using 5 GHz.

Top Tech Tip 3

Don’t put your Zzoomm Hub behind a TV or by a fish tank. Metal objects scatter your signal, and Wi-Fi can’t swim, so water can significantly reduce how far your Wi-Fi can go!

For more device-specific support, check our handy table which gives general advice depending on the device in question:

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To get the most out of these, or any other, smart devices this Christmas you are going to need a fast internet connection that is available throughout your home, all of the time. That is where Zzoomm comes in to turbocharge your techy Christmas presents!

Zzoomm Full Fibre means that fibre-optic cables reach all the way into your home from our dedicated Zzoomm cabinets, not just to that green cabinet down the street (which is what Fibre broadband is). It’s that last bit of fibre cable (rather than old-style copper) for your home alone that gives you gigafast internet, so fast that it leaves even Santa’s sleigh in the dust!

Under £15

For a stocking present that will make them light up, why not go for the Lepro Smart Bulb? Coming in at a budget-friendly cost of under £15, the smart bulb works with both Alexa and Google Home and offers a whopping 16 million colours to choose from! You can control the lights from anywhere via the app and the lights also work with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free voice control. Setting a personal timer to schedule when the lights turn off and on means that you never have to pull up to a dark house in these gloomy winter months.

Under £25

Looking for a stocking gift that will have the whole family partying right through to 1st January? Then look no further than the Govee Alexa LED Strip Lights, with 5m for under £25! Working with both Alexa and Google Assistant, you can use voice command or the Govee Home App to turn the LED strip lighting on and off, set colours, or change brightness. The built-in highly sensitive microphone can even sync with your music and dance along with the beats of the songs. A sure-fire way to get the festive party started!

Under £50

For the hard-workers and the gadget-lovers, we would recommend the Amazon Echo Dot, which is designed to make life run that bit smoother. The Amazon Echo Dot is also currently reduced in price, enabling us to put this smart gadget in the under £50 category! The 5th generation of the Echo Dot, released this year, offers up improved audio and LED display compared to previous iterations. Life is made easier with the help of Alexa, who can answer your questions, set an alarm, play your music and more. You can also control compatible smart home devices with your voice and set up routines to be triggered by indoor temperature sensors. A present which is sure to be used again and again throughout the year!

Under £100

If you’re looking to splash a little more cash, why not go for the Ring Video Doorbell by Amazon? Ideal for the security conscious, or for those who spend a lot of their time out of the house, this wireless video doorbell allows you to see, hear, and speak to anyone at your door from your phone or tablet! If you’re busy you can even save time with the Quick Replies function which enables you to respond with pre-selected messages. Pair with Alexa-enabled devices and enable announcements to receive an instant notification when anyone presses your doorbell or when motion is detected. It’s also easy to install as you simply connect your battery-powered video doorbell to your Zzoomm gigafast wifi in the Ring app and mount it to the wall using the included tools. A great addition to any smart home!

So there you have it, our top picks in techy gadgets to suit all budgets! Don’t forget that for best results, pair these with Zzoomm’s gigafast broadband to ensure the whole house stays connected and that there is one less thing to argue about this Christmas!

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