Connections for February 2021

Cornerstone Group © 2021 PANORA TELCO • ( 641 ) 755-2424 | GUTHRIE CENTER COMMUNICATIONS • ( 641 ) 332-2000 4 Good Reasons to Switch to eBilling Are you still paying your Panora Telco or Guthrie Center Communications bill by writing a check and mailing it to us? If so, we encourage you to consider switching to eBilling and paying electronically instead. You’ll enjoy benefits including: 1. More Security – Paper bills leave you vulnerable to sensitive information being stolen and used for identity theft. Your mail could be taken from the mailbox or from a garbage can. With eBilling, you communicate with us securely via a password-protected online portal. 2. Saves You Money – You won’t have to buy as many postage stamps or checks when you use eBilling. 3. Faster Than Traditional Bill Paying – Why waste time finding a bill, writing a check, looking for a stamp, and walking to the mailbox? With eBlilling, you can pay online in seconds or have your bill paid automatically with Automatic Payment. 4. Better for the Environment – Mother Earth loves eBilling! It reduces paper use and saves trees. To sign up for eBilling, visit www.panoratelco.com or www.guthriecentercom.com and follow the easy step-by-step instructions. If you’re planning to “cut the cord” from cable or satellite TV and switch to streaming over your internet connection, you’ll need a streaming device to support your streaming service(s). There are many device options availble, but these are widely regarded as the top picks for various types of users: Best streaming device: Amazon Fire TV Cube The Amazon Fire TV Cube is actually more than just a streaming device. Using Alexa, it lets you control almost everything in your entertainment center with just your voice. There’s only a minimal need for a remote. Best streaming stick: Roku Streaming Stick+ This tiny device (resembling a USB drive) is considered to be the best streaming stick on the market. It offers great features for an affordable price, and its interface is easy to use. Best premium streamer: Roku Ultra (2019) This powerful set-top box provides more speed and media options than the Roku Streaming Stick. It even has a “lost remote” button that will trigger a tone from the remote. Best budget streamer: Roku Express Penny pinchers will love the Roku Express, which delivers just the streaming basics for a low price. You won’t get “bells and whistles,” but you will get a bargain. Best streamer for Apple lovers: Apple TV 4K The Apple TV 4K is the obvious choice for Apple devotees who want a seamless TV experience across all their Apple devices. It comes with lots of streaming apps. Before you select a streaming device, be sure to do your homework online to review details about features and prices. It’s also a good idea to talk to friends and family to see what brand of streaming device they’re using. If you’re lucky, you may even find someone to help you with setup! To enjoy the best experience while streaming—free from annoying buffering—you’ll want a fast internet connection. Call Panora Telco at (641) 755-2424 or Guthrie Center Communications at (641) 332-2000 for information about our range of internet speeds. Which Streaming Device is Best for Your Needs?

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