Product Description

This item is not returnable to Beach Audio for any reason ... Read more

Features

• Melody Ringer
• 50-Station Caller ID Memory and Phone Book
• Light-up ringer ID
• Chain Dial
• 3-line backlit handset LCD

Reviews (2)

AWESOME PHONE!
I love this phone!I had a V-tech for around 5 years that never worked well.I recently purchased an expensive GE that was HORRIBLE!My fiancee has an older Panasonic cordless that works great, so I thought I'd try this one (and I love the red color).The size and weight are perfect (unlike the Uniden I purchased at the same time, which are small and slippery, but work well otherwise).The reception is clear as a bell (once I moved the base out from under a shelf and hung the phone on the wall.The multi-colored lights on the antenna (which you can program to I.D. different callers) is nifty! PLUS it's water and shock resistant, which are important features for a mom who is a bit on the clutsy side!Buy this phone!

Great Buy
Because I don't need a number of handsets, I chose this phone.After reading many reviews, it looked as if Panasonic was the best cordless phone at this time.That being said, none of the cordless phones are perfect and have all the features a person would want on a phone.This phone is very clear and has many features that I need.But what I like the most about this phone is the red color.Because red is my favorite color, I got this phone.However, the best part is that the red color stands out more than my previous black or silver phones and it has been much easier to find.It does have a "handset locator," but it doesn't look like I'll need that feature much.Plus, it has a rubber trim and is shock resistant and water resistant.Because I am notorious for standing up with the phone in my lap, this is a good feature.Last, the price was just right.All in all, a very good phone. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The i5801 from VTech is a 5.8 GHz accessory handset loaded with great features. Designed for use with VTech's VT 5831 and i5881 expandable phone systems, the i5801 utilizes the 5.8 GHz frequency and digital spread spectrum technology, providing greater clarity and range than either 2.4 GHz or traditional 900 MHz phones. Plus, 95-channel autoscan automatically eliminates the channels with the most interference.

Caller ID/call-waiting-compatible, the i5801 stores up to 50 numbers in memory. You can also download full color images via a USB port and then associate an image with a caller ID number or set it as "wallpaper." An illuminated keypad helps you dial numbers even in the dark, while a page/handset locator makes finding a misplaced handset quick and easy. You can add up to six handsets (total) to your existing system, while an intercom function lets you communicate between handset locations.

The NiMH battery has an 8-hour talk time and 5-day standby battery life. The handset menu is easy to navigate with a five-way joystick, which provides access to the phones many features (specific features depend on the base system you're using). A handset control allows you to adjust volume levels to your liking. You can record custom ring tones from your stereo or PC as well as adjust ringer and tone settings. The i5801 comes backed with a one-year limited parts and labor warranty.

What's in the Box
Cordless handset, charging cradle, battery pack (BT-446), AC adapter (AD-310), belt clip, wall-mounting bracket, software CD-ROM, audio patch cable, USB cable, special features, guide, owner's manual, other printed material ... Read more

Features

• Records personalized ringers from your PC or stereo
• Includes software for downloading images
• Accessory handset for use with VT5831 or i5881 expandable systems
• Large color display for wallpaper images or personalized directory
• Caller ID/call waiting; can assign an image to the directory for picture caller ID

Reviews (5)

Great accesory handset, no problems!
Excellent quality phone, has been used regularly for over a year with no problems.

On their way out
I have the previous model that is the same but without the wallpaper. I have had for 2 years. I have noticed that they are losing quality of reception in certain areas of my home and that some buttons on the keypads I am not able to push.I too am having problems with the charger bases.I have two handsets and both will not fully charge and nor sit correctly in the base.Also in going to the vtech website I noticed that htese are on their way out and they are no longer making the additional handsets.I love the style though and wish I could find a similair style with the blue backlighting.I say find a more recent model.

3 strikes and you are out
Our third handset is on it's way out.3 dead in one year.The keypads go bad (buttons become hard to push, you have to use a pen) and the charging cradle also goes bad; you have to jiggle it just right to get it to charge.All in all the worst phones I have ever purchased.

excellent accessory handset
I have bought 3 of these handsets and they all work great. No interference with my wireless network as many have reported w/ base system. Downloading pictures and sound clips to the phone is very easy (simple software worked perfectly) and fun (not great quality but what do you expect). Reception on all 3 is very good with 50 number storage and intercom/speakerphone features on each phone. In summary these phones are user friendly and do what they claim.

Pretty Cool Phone
I like this phone.The reception is just as good as the regular LCD version.The pictures on the phone are not as clear they appear on the box, but they are still good.The downloadable ringtones only lasts for about 10 seconds or so and then that ten seconds of clip is repeated until phone is answered or the caller hangs up.It is easy to use and the instruction manual is helpful.All in all, I like it and I plan on keeping it. ... Read more

Product Description

Plug this VTech 5.8GHZ DSS expandable telephone system in the central command area of your home, and add as many as 7 other handsets anywhere in the house. Features 5.8GHz digital spread spectrum signal; digital answering system with 3 mailboxes and 15 minutes of recording time; Caller ID/Call Waiting*; 50-call memory; 50-number phone directory; recordable ringtones; downloadable handset images; expandable to 8 handsets total; and much more. Includes base unit; handset; base AC power adapter; telephone line cord; Quick-Start guide; belt clip; user's manual; audio patch cord; USB cable; image editing software; and battery cells. Made in USA. *Requires phone company service. ... Read more

Features

• Caller ID/call waiting, 50-call memory; 50-number phone directory
• Recordable ring tones; downloadable handset images
• 5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum signal
• Expandable to 8 handsets, 1 handset with color LCD included
• Digital answering system, 3 mailboxes, 15 minutes record time

Reviews (11)

buyer beware.....
I spent a good deal of time searching for a phone and settled on this one, purchased end of March. I do not have additional headsets so cannot comment on that.

On the plus side: Very user friendly for set up and operation. Never referred to the manual to get things going: set the time, recorded outgoing message, created password for remote access, and so on. Speakerphone (right on the handset) was tested with my critical friends on the other end of the line, and they could not tell the difference between the speakerphone and me talking directly into handset. Plus, the listener could hear me 4 feet away with no distortion or problem. The display is clear and readable, the navigation is much like a cellphone and user intuitive. It's not too weighty and feels good in the hand. Display is readable, base is simple in design, and base display is large. Footprint is very small. Amazon's speedy response when I encountered problems was definitely a plus (see below).

On the negative side: The audio on outgoing message and incoming messages is very muffled. When speaking, you cannot hear your voice at all in the same way you're accustomed to on other phones. (That's just a weird thing to become accustomed to).

On the worst side: I had the phone for a month when the display stuck on the graphic, so I couldn't access settings / address book / redial, etc. I contacted vtech online and received no answer. Contacted Amazon and they're shipping a new one free of charge --- in July.

Not a good choice.
After reading reviews and consumer reports on many phones we chose the Vtech i5867 and are very dissappointed.After four months of using it we are again searching for a good phone, but this time we won't buy anything we haven't tried out first.One of the big features are that you CAN download any song of your choosing as a ring tone, but only 7 seconds of it, and then you can barely hear it when the phone rings.It saves hang ups as messages.It is often difficult to understand what someone is saying on messages.When you hear a message then push delete you often end up deleting the next message which you haven't even heard yet.When you get a call waiting call the screen doesn't light up so you can't tell who is calling in.It's nearly impossible to hold the handset between your ear and your shoulder when you're trying to write something down.And, the list goes on and on.We truly haven't really found ANY redeeming qualities to this phone.

Best phone I've ever owned
This phone was purchased because it has all the features I wanted in a phone (and then some). Answering machine has 3 mailboxes with an audible message alert and remote access.Since this phone sits on my workstation with my computer, the number of messages is also displayed and easily seen. It is color coordinated with my computer equipment. The speakerphone is clear.You can turn the base ringer off separate from the handset ringer or have them ring simultaneously.There is a digital clock on the display screen.You can conference call.And if you have wireless extensions, you can transfer a call to another cordless handset, page a cordless handset, and use the intercom to talk between handsets. You can dial the number first then press the "ON" key (like a cell phone SEND key) or you can press the "ON" key first then dial the number.You can mute a call or put a call on hold, and it has a phonebook. I could go on and on. I never thought I could be excited about a phone (too funny)! IT IS A PHONE WITH CELL PHONE ATTRIBUTES. The manual is easy to understand too.It is the best phone I've ever owned.

Not for me
I read many phone reviews before choosing this phone. I realize these views are very subjective and people want different things from a home phone.I chose this because I liked the expandable option, 3 mailboxes, reportedly good sound quality, speaker phones, and thought the wallpaper and ringers would be a fun bonus.I found the image quality too fuzzy to enjoy, the ringers jarring, and the sound quality for calls and answering machine poor.I also did not like it when the base and telephones rang out of sync with each other.Also, when the phone rang the screen and backlit keys lit up with an unpleasing orange.It was too exciting for my taste.It also felt light and cheap and often required more than one push of a number key to register the number when dialing.I've been using a 2.4 GHz Panasonic which is much better quality but interferes with wireless connection. I've returned this VTech and I'm looking for something with better sound quality and less excitement when someone calls. Why are cordless phones with good sound quality so hard to find?

What is correct model # for this phone?
I was reading consumer reviews on these phones and noticed that Amazon had the title listed as a 5867 but under product details it talks about a 5866. Okay, and the real model number is.......?I want to look at these in a store before I order online.Can anyone please tell me the correct model number for this phone?If both model numbers are actually in production, then I won't know which to look at.Thanks. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Plantronics lightweight headset is designed to free your hands while you drive or work with a wireless phone. Though the unit's noise-canceling microphone makes it especially suitable for calls placed over a cell phone, it's also appropriate for use with traditional office phones.

Recipients of our phone calls reported no annoying disturbances or distortions during conversation, and audio quality on our end was clear as well, if a bit muffled. The headset works best on phones that feature good volume controls, because the microphone adjust switch raises and lowers the volume in a very narrow range.

The M175 also has the nifty feature of converting from a headband to an over-the-ear-style headset. Unfortunately, this also makes for a somewhat flimsy construction. Pieces immediately began falling off the unit as soon as we removed it from its packaging, though snapping the components back in place took little effort.

Overall, the Plantronics M175 headset is a versatile, quality headset for those looking for a hands-free way to work with their mobile or cordless phones. --John Frederick Moore

Pros:

• Lightweight design
• Good sound quality

Cons:

• Headset microphone has narrow volume range

Features

• Inline volume and mute control
• Designed for the demands of an active lifestyle
• Comfortable, adjustable headband
• Noise-canceling microphone for crystal-clear calls
• Easy hands-free conversation; supports safer driving

Reviews (55)

Excellent little headset.
I've owned this unit for at least two years and have found it to work well on both my cell phone and office desk set. It is lightweight and reliable.The sound quality is excellent and I've never received a complaint from any my clients on the other end of the line.It attaches to your cell/cordless, desk set through a 2.5mm plug.It has 3 microphone volume settings and an adjustable volume control wheel on the headset wire, along w/a mute switch (very handy if you're talking to someone in the room at the same time!) It's quite the little gem.I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a inexpensive alternative to Jabra (which has an echo) and to other, more expensive, units.

Very happy with this headset
I purchased this headset for use when on the cell phone. The sound quality and way it fits is excellent. The headband could be a bit sturdier but I am careful when expanding or shortening it so I think it is fine.

Excellent for home/office use
For the price, you can't beat this little headset.The mute switch sets it apart from other headsets, which is a must-have feature for conference calls.
It is also comfortable, and in my expererience, fairly durable.I've used this headset for 2 years with no complaints.In fact, I'm listening to a conference call on it right now. :-)

Weak sound on both ends.
I wanted to try these for the adjustable mic & ear volume features. While this is a comfortable headset, with a good cord length, the features would only be ideal if they worked well. I strain to hear anyone on them, and they strain to hear me, no matter how high I turn the volume up. I thought maybe my first set was defective, so I returned it and bought a second pair. Same exactl results. I'm sticking with my Panasonic KX-TCA60 headsets from now on, even though they lack the volume control features, the sound is much louder and they're all-around better for half the price.

Bad for home office, needs an adjustable mic boom.
This headset might be just fine for a cell phone... where we're all used to straining to hear folk.But for the home office, it was the wrong choice, without the adjustable boom people were always complaining they couldn't hear me, and I spent a lot of time pressing the mic closer to my mouth.And it's pretty flimsy, it's broke today, don't remember stepping on it, but that gave it a life of only about 60 days.Tho frankly, I'm relieved, gives me the excuse to buy a better one.I've used a Hello Direct one for years without problems, will probably go back to that. ... Read more

Product Description

You won't miss important business and personal calls with this 2.4GHz Panasonic cordless phone. With a speakerphone built into the handset and a talking caller ID*, you can hear the name of the caller in between rings. The handset's 3-line LCD lights up to show the name and number of the caller for call-waiting caller ID* (as well as for caller ID*), and stores up to 30 incoming calls. It features an all-digital answering system that stores 15 minutes of messages, making call retrieval easy, tape free and virtually silent. Enhanced digital speakerphones in the base and handset offer hands-free, echo-free conversation. Voice enhancer technology transmits the whole spectrum of the human voice to make the sounds more defined and easy to hear. The handset's antenna tip flashes during an incoming call and flashes slowly when you have a message waiting. Big function buttons make it easy to scroll the 30-number directory memory or recent incoming calls and quickly dial. Caller ID compatible*. Features lighted handset keypad, headset jack and belt clip, and a wall mounting kit. Silver. *Requires phone company service. ... Read more

Features

• All Digital Answering System
• Light Up Antenna w/ Message Alert
• 2.4 GHz FHSS Technology
• Talking Caller ID
• Voice Enhancer Technology

Reviews (11)

Horrible Phone
I have this phone and all of it's features are good, but the phone itself is TERRIBLE!There is so much static on the line I find myself walking upstairs to switch phones in the middle of a conversation.The instructions suggest you change channels if you incur static - have yet to find a channel that does not have static!

Works great except poor display
For me this phone performs flawlessly as advertised. My problem is the displays on the handsets are tiny and poorly designed and difficult to read. The actual text display is buried so far behind the plastic lens that the lighting has to be just so to read it without glare.Theere is a helpful backlight on these displays but the light goes off after a few seconds. My vision is not what it was and I cannot use this phone without eye glasses. By the time I focus on the display the light goes off and I'm dancing around the room looking for a lamp. I know it's impossible to please everyone with these gizmos but if I was shopping for another phone I'd buy the one with the biggest display. If you can easily read newsprint in a dark room you're going to love this phone.

Nice features, Poor sound quality
I'm on a quest to find a cordless phone with decent features and excellent sound quality.I was hoping my search would end with the Panasonic KX-TG2356S, but unfortunately I'll have to keep looking. The phone is attractive and has a lot of nice features, but I'll be returning it due to the following shortcomings:
1) I hear my voice echoing when I speak.
2) The handset volume is too low. Even on the loudest setting, it is difficult to hear the other person.
3) Low level of static at all times.I run a test where I get a dial tone, then press the 1 key and listen for static.
4) All audio from the phone has a very high pitched, trebly, shrill sound quality.This includes the answering machine, dial tone, and the voice of people you speak to.

There are a few other things I don't like about the phone. There are pretty minor, but worth mentioning:
5) Handset doesn't always recognize it has been placed on the base.Sometimes have to jiggle the handset to get it to charge.
6) The answering machine doesn't light up the # of messages it has, which makes it difficult to read. The number is usually a red LED on other answering machines. (If there are new messages, the Play button flashes, which is nice).
7) Handset is not very comfortable after holding it against your ear for 15 or so minutes.This is noticeable because you have to push it so tight against your ear to hear anything since the volume is so low.

I can forgive most shortcomings of the phone, but not poor sound quality. The phone is pretty expensive; I expected more.

Awful battery - Handset dies within 10 minutes
I am a great fan of Panasonic phones but this is a very bad buy. Battery dies within 10 minutes you initiate the conversation.

NOT A QUALITY PHONE
I purchased this phone last year and so did an aunt of mine.I really like the fact that the phone announces the caller, and that is the ONLY reason I have not tossed the phone.People complain they can't always hear me...even worse when i use voice enhance button...I have a very old sony that has 10 times the clarity of this phone and I use that as my main phone. Forget talking if the microwave is on! I also have trouble with clarity if I use it near the computer. My aunt has all the same gripes about her phone and when we call each other the quality is super bad...I didn't even know she had the same phone until some time later! I'll let you know the next phone I get, probably a sony...p.s. I paid 128.00 at Costco. ... Read more

Features

• 50-station phone book; flash, redial, and hold functions
• 2 downloadable ring options, 3 tones, 4 melodies
• 5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum signal
• All-digital answering system
• Caller ID/call waiting, 50-call memory and dialer

Reviews (2)

Pretty good except for one critical flaw
This phone is pretty nice. It works well and has very pleasing audible tones. The menu system is nice and pretty intuitive but annoying in some areas.

But, it has one critical flaw. The remote access for the answering machine is a 2 digit number (no more), meaning that someone intent on stealing your messages could do so in 100 calls.

Worse, there's no way to turn it off; you MUST select a 2 digit number. In this age of identity theft there is no excuse for this pathetically-implemented feature.

That's what kills the phone, in my opinion.

Great phone except for annoying echo
Everything about this phone was just fantastic (great, easy to use phonebook, nicely placed buttons, easy to use without ever looking at the instructions, downloadable ringtones - for a fee, small base)except that for the first 5 - 10 seconds when answering any call there was an echo - like feedback. Called Panasonic (great customer service by phone, however very slow to answer email) and they had me try several things - they didn't work. They said this problem was unusual so we exchanged the phone for another. Same problem. Ended up with a Uniden TRU8885 - so far it is just as good though the buttons are smaller and not quite as convenient. ... Read more

Product Description

The Uniden 900MHz Cordless Submersible Phone is the perfect phone for boaters, sportsmen, pool owners, outdoor workers or the busy on-the-go family. The durable phone floats, meets JIS7 waterproof specifications and can be used indoors or outdoors. Features: large 3-line LCD display; 30 CID memories that store incoming names and numbers; caller ID/call waiting; 1-touch RocketDial; rubber side grips for easy handling; 10 memory dial locations; find handset locator; English or French menus; earpiece; ringer volume control; ringer off setting; hearing aid compatible; AC adaptor; telephone cord; and belt clip. ... Read more

Features

• French and English menus; belt clip; 1-year warranty
• 900 MHz analog signal
• Call waiting/caller ID with 30-station memory
• Floating handset with rubber grips meets JIS7 waterproof specifications
• 10-station memory dial and One-touch Rocket Dial

Reviews (4)

This phone is great
I purchased this phone because of the waterproof feature. I own
a restaurant and this is the only cordless phone that has stood
up to tough handling. (ie. wet hands, splattering milkshakes, dropping,
etc.)I have had this phone over a year and it still
does the job.The range is not really an issue with me, but there is static
if I take it to my office in the rear of the
building.However, this is not much different than others I have owned.
The only reason I did not give it 5 stars was that I wish it had an earpiece
volumn and the words on some of the keys are wearing
off from constant use.

alll i get is static
this phone sucks if i leave three feet from the base all i hear is static i reaaly wish i would not have ripped the box up

Nice Phone
We started using this phone around Christmas time.So far, no problems, though we use mostly outdoors and around the hot tub (I haven't tried to see just how waterproof it is).I don't have any complaints.Sound is loud both on earpiece and on the other end.The distance is fine--we live in a large 3 story house and we haven't had any problems with reception within it or outside it.Nice display with caller id.Buttons work fine.I wish all phones could be made this rugged.

Tough phone, with poor sound quality and poor range.
Just got one of these in the hope that it will survive my three kids, they go through phones pretty quick. This seems to be a very rugged phone, so should last a while. Unfortunately the sound quality is poor and the range is just barely able to cover our small house. ... Read more

Product Description

Product Description

PRODUCT FEATURE LIST5.8 Digital Expandable System10 Handset Maximum ExpandabilityCaller ID/Call Waiting Deluxe - To activate the Caller ID and/or VoiceMail features you must subscribe through your local telephone company.Digital Answering System - The product utilizes microchip technology (no more tapes or moving parts.) This ensures clearer recordings and longer life.Base KeypadHandset Speakerphone - This feature gives you the freedom to use the handset as a speakerphone.Base Duplex Speakerphone100 Handset / 100 Base Programmable Caller ID / Memory LocationsDo Not Disturb setting4-Way Conferencing (2 Handsets + Base + Outside Call)DirectLink Mode - 2-Way RadiosMute and Hold FunctionAlphabetical SearchTransfer Memory Locations Between HandsetsNew Message Waiting Indicator at Handset & Base plus Alert ToneIntercom or Call Transfer Between Handsets20 Distinctive Ring Options (10 Melodies + 10 Ring Tones)10 Speed Dial Locations at BaseHeadset Compatible - Allows for an optional headset to be connected for convenient hands-free operation.Trilingual Menu Displays and Voice PromptsIntegrisound* - Enhances audio performance from the earpiece speaker as well as the clarity of recorded messages.Room / Baby MonitoringAnimation / Battery / Clock DisplayEarpiece and Ringer Volume ControlRinger Off OptionFind Lost Handset Paging KeyWall MountableRecord Conversation CapabilityRemote Message Retrieval - Allows you to receive messages from any touch-tone phone.Belt Clip IncludedNiMH Battery Pack ... Read more

Features

• Duplex speakerphone in handset
• DirectLink allows handsets to be used like a 2-way radio
• 5.8 GHz digital signal; expandable to 10 handsets, 1 included
• Dual keypads; digital answering system
• Caller ID/call waiting, 100-call shared memory

Amazon.com Product Description

The DCT 6465 cordless system comes with a number of useful features, including a second handset and extra charging cradle. It's also expandable, supporting two additional handsets for a total of four (model DCX640, sold separately). Sleek and stylish, the DCT 646 operates on the 2.4 GHz frequency and employs digital technology for clearer, more intelligible reception than traditional 900 MHz phones offer. An auto-scan features automatically detects the best channel available.

Caller ID/call waiting compatible, the DCT 6465 has 100 programmable caller ID memory locations. A memory location transfer feature lets users synchronize the memory locations of their handsets. An auto-talk function allows you to answer calls simply by removing the phone from its cradle, while the display-and-dial feature lets you easily scroll through the list of calls and dial with the touch of a button. A voicemail indicator lets you know when you have received messages.

Twenty distinctive ring options are provided, while handset and ringer volume controls allow you to easily adjust the phone's settings to your liking. A page button on the base makes finding a lost handset quick and painless, and the menu-driven handset LCD and dual keypads make operation easy. Three-way conferencing is available between two handsets and an outside call, while the call transfer feature lets you route incoming calls to a different handset. A redial button lets you easily dial one of the last three outgoing numbers.

Both tone and pulse dialing modes are provided in case you need to switch to one or the other. Wall-mountable, the DCT 6465 is headset compatible and comes with a belt clip for hands-free operation. It is backed with a one-year warranty on both parts and labor.

What's in the Box
Base, two handsets, extra charging cradle, phone cord, two AC adapters, two battery packs, two belt clips, user's manual, warranty information ... Read more

Features

• Caller ID with call waiting, 100-call history
• Headset compatible, belt clip
• 2.4 GHz digital signal with autoscan
• Expandable to 4 handsets
• 2 handsets, extra charging cradle, dual keypads

Reviews (20)

What a Relief!
This phone replaced a very expensive Siemens system that was simply awful.I love this phone!The clarity is excellent and the handset is very comfortable.It has lots of great features that the more expensive phone did not have.The quality is outstanding overall.I have a second home, and will buy this phone to put in that one as well.

excellent phone - withstood lot of abuse from my 2 year old
son and still works almost perfect.The headset broke recently after lot of use.I never bothered to check for the range though.It works good in my house in general.

As with any 2.4 GHz phones this gives lot of disturbance when using close to wireless computer network connections esp., when lot of data transfer is happening.If this is a real problem for you I suggest you get 5.8 GHz phones.I bought this for about $59.00 in Costco about one year back.I thought it was a good deal at that time.May be still it is.

Started great; ended a dud
Liked the phone look and feel. Very easy to use and intuitive to program.The range was never much better than a 900 Mhz spread sprectrum phone that I had previously.The key labels on the handsets have started disappearing with in 4 months of use. They could have used better paint for the labels to remain.The handset has started having an echo already and is nearly unusable. Overall the quality seems to be lacking.

Almost perfect, as these things go
This is definitely my favorite cordless phone of about five that I have owned over the years.This surprised me, because I hated the 900MHz Uniden that I had a few years ago.But Uniden appears to have learned a lot.

First, the things I like about this phone:

+ The outgoing message and clock are preserved thorough a power outage! FINALLY - it's taken me ten years to find a phone where this worked right.

+ The handsets are small and light enough to slip into my pants pocket, and (wonder of wonders) it's really difficult to accidentally hit a button while it's in there, because the buttons are relatvely tiny and almost flush with the phone surface.If you have big fingers this might not be a good thing, but it's great for me.

+ Reasonably good range (at least 400 ft outside, unobstructed).

+ Excellent NiMH battery capacity - I get a week of standby time, and Uniden claims 6 hours of talk time, which I have no reason to doubt.

+ A speakerphone on each handset (as well as the base) - this is GREAT.Also a standard headset jack, another must-have feature for me.The handset's speakerphone is not particularly loud, but it's more than adequate for a normal work (desk) environment, it seems to work well, and I've had no complaints about it from callers on the other end.

+ The phonebook and the caller ID list can be accessed while on a call.The call timer stays visible for 10 seconds after the call ends.

+ Hold/transfer/page functions let you page or transfer a call to a specific handset.You assign a name to each handset, which makes this easy.

+ The system handles multiple phones and handsets the way I want it to:by default, anyone picking up a connected extension phone or handset is automatically connected to the call, unless you have turned on "privacy mode".

+ Each handset can screen incoming calls and access all answering machine functions, including memo.You can also record a call in progress, although the machine beeps intermittently when doing so, and the short recording capacity limits the usefulness of this feature.

+ The "wealkie talkie" direct-link mode is a cool feature, although I haven't had any need to use it yet.

+ A lighted "Do Not Disturb" button on the base turns off all ringers on all handsets, the answering machine speaker, etc.This is truly a Great feature - I only wish I could also activate/deactivate it from a handset.The handset display still lights up when there's an incoming call, also nice.

+ I expect that the 2.4GHz frequency-hopping spread-spectrum communications would make it difficult for someone to eavesdrop on your conversations (just a guess).

+ Perhaps my favorite feature of this unit is one that is difficult to describe: it generally just works the way I expect it to.Most consumer electronics products seem to get this wrong, where every feature is either awkward or annoying.On my previous phone, for example, the call timer would disappear the moment I hung up, and it was impossible for someone to pick up an extension and join the conversation.A lot of default behaviors on this phone can be changed through the menus, which is great if you're not afraid of menus (I'm not).Most of the operations (e.g. deleting all messages) are easy and intuitive, and usually just work the way you expect them to.This is astoundingly rare in the world of consumer electronics.

Although there are a lot of buttons on the handset, I prefer this to putting everything in the menus, and I like the balance Uniden has struck in putting the most-used functions on buttons and the less-used ones in menus.


There are of course some things about the phone that I think could use improvement:

- Occasionally the signal gets flaky when I walk around the house while on a call, like being on a cell phone with poor reception.When this happens the person on the other end complains that my voice is dropping out.

- Sound quality is good, but not excellent.I occasionally hear the annoying scratchy, tinny echo that another reviewer complained about, but only rarely, and it doesn't last long.If it was persistent, it certainly would be unacceptable.

- I have Caller ID, but my telco doesn't offer "Caller ID with Name", so only the number comes through.I wishthe phone would display the corresponding name from its phonebook for the incoming number, as my last cordless did.The phonebook's distinctive ring feature helps to identify an incoming call, but it would be a huge improvement to also display the name.

- There is no "mute" button - Mute is accessed through the menus.However, since it's the first menu item it only takes two button presses to activate or deactivate it.

- The answering machine's fixed sound quality and available time (12 minutes) are both mediocre, though adequate for me.12 minutes is not going to be enough for some folks who like to leave their messages on the machine for days or weeks.

- It takes an awful lot of buttons to enter a name in the phonebook (e.g., 8 button presses to get a lower-case 's').

- The handsets are so small that they're difficult to clamp between yout ear and shoulder (just like a cell phone).I suppose that's the trade-off for having a phone small enough to slip easily into your pants pocket.

- The Caller ID list does not store a '1' before the numbers; when you want to dial a number in the Caller ID list you have to first press a button to add the '1' prefix.There should be a menu option to make adding the prefix the default.


Overall, I really like this phone, much better than any of my previous cordless phones, and I would certainly recommend it.I can't offer any information about possible interference from 2.4GHz wireless routers, since I don't have any other 2.4GHz devices in my house.

A gem of a phone
I appreciate a good cordless phone, but I am not willing to pay any price to get one. This phone was priced well, looks great and, best of all, performs excellently. I've been using it for several months now and my only complaint was recently eliminated by switching phone carriers. (Caller ID captures phone numbers with the "1" as a prefix, so you have to re-enter the entire number if you want to re-dial or store one of those numbers.) I find that my new Voice over Internet Protocol phone carrier (Vonage) works perfectly with this phone. It is compatible with what I consider to be leading-edge technology. Two things I particularly like are battery life and the built-in speaker phone on the handset. Range is good too here in the middle of NYC. Overall, I recommend this phone very highly. ... Read more

Product Description

The Plantronics CT10 Cordless Headset Telephone is so small it easily fits in a pocket, and has a lightweight headset that lets you roam hands-free in your home or small office.

The 900MHz CT10 features an ultra-compact dialing unit that lets you make calls or take calls, with a range up to 150 feet. It has a full telephone keypad with all the standard functions, including a 10-number memory and a mute button that softly "beeps" to remind you when it's engaged. And the stylish, comfortable headset features a noise-canceling microphone to filter out background sounds, so your conversations are always crisp and clear.

Around the house, in a home-office or a small office, the Plantronics CT10 Cordless Headset Telephone delivers unmatched mobility, comfort and convenience. With your hands free, you can talk while you walk... or bounce the baby... or grab a file... you make the call.

Features

• Easy installation, plugs into standard telephone jack
• Ultra-compact cordless telephone fits in the palm of your hand; has up to 150 foot-range; 6 hours of talk time
• Stylish, lightweight headset with noise-canceling microphone delivers great sound quality and hands-free convenience
• NiMH 9V DC Battery, Talk time 6hrs, Standby time 80hrs
• 1 Year Warranty

Features

• Lightweight design
• Complete cordless phone in pocketsize remote unit
• Hands-free mobility with up to 150-foot range
• Noise-canceling microphone
• Long-life battery; 6 hours talk time, 80 hours standby

Reviews (68)

I love the Plantronic CS50
Just got my new Dell Computer and my new Plantronics CS50 headset. The instructions were slightly confusing, but after I got through the technical mumble jumble, it is heaven. I love my head set, its cordless the range is awesome and there is absolutlely no static.The only thing I would recommend would be the option of connecting it to music wirelessly, or even the speaking on my computer. I would love to have this at home, in the car, everywhere it is sooo comfortable. Now that I'm using my cordless headset I really resent having to pick up the heavy receiver on the phone. When the music option is available please let me know, I'll be the first in line.

Good & Bad
As much as I like the phone, I have only small complaints.The Key pad is extremey small, hard to read & the keys are the same color as the battery pack unit, so they are very hard to see.Big fingers may press multiple keys at the same time.Also the belt clip to me is worthless unless I stand the whole time.As soon as I sit or bend at the waist-boom the phone is on the ground or on the chair.

Over all-I like it very much & use it often.

Not the best from Plantronics
I'm a huge Plantronics fan. Their products and customer service are first-rate. This phone, though, is sub-par.Mine, at least, discharges too quickly; loses its speed dial settings when it discharges; has poor, staticky sound; and doesn't charge reliably on its stand.I recommend paying a little more for the CT-12, which is very good.

Plantronics CT10
Plantronics usually makes quality products.This is not one of them.The case is sturdy and headset is ok.The battery is built into the belt clip which is mounted upside down for some who knows why reason?Then I tried it... audio came howling back into the earpiece like an echo, similar to the original cordless phones 20 years ago.Totally unacceptable!!Back it went and replaced with the new Plantronics CT12 and its GREAT!Totally different, regular type lithium battery and sounds and talks great!Well worth the little $ difference.

Great, but not excellent!
The other reviewers are right on.The phone is excellent and I've come to trust Plantronics equipment for home and office.The numbers are fine even if on the small side.My major complaint is trying to keep it on the belt or some place where it won't fall off and hit the ground!The battery replacement I purchased does not fit snuggly on the unit and slips off easily.Reception is fine and I agree with the volume comments of other listeners-adequate, but a touch on the low side.I did have a problem with the first unit and it was replaced with out difficulties.I've had it over 2 years and would gladly give another as a gift although the caller ID feature on the CT12 is nice.I've heard the numbers on the CT12 are even more difficult to use, but for the added convenience of caller ID and 2.4ghz it may be worth the trouble.
The BEEP, BEEP is annoying!But like anything else, accept it and it seems more tolerable. ... Read more

Product Description

Features:5.8 GHz Digital Spread Spectrum Technology Digital Answering System High Resolution 65K Color LCD with animated graphical icons Picture Caller IDdownload jpgs and assign to phonebook directory paper Recordable Ringereasily record music or sound from MP3, CD, Boom Box, etc. Multi-handset operation (up to 8) Dual Alphanumeric Caller Waiting Any-Key Answer Audible Low Battery Indicator Belt Clip Call Transfer Conferencing Distinctive Ringing Flash - Access to Custom Calling Services Handset naming Handset Volume Control Handset Vibrating Ringer Headset Jack (2.5mm) Hearing Aid Compatible Hold Icon Driven menus, Image ID and wallpaper Intercom Last-Number Redial: 10# Manual Language: Eng/Span Memory locations: 100 Menu Language: Eng/Span/Frch Multi-handset System: 8 Mute On-Hook Dialing Out-of-Range Indicator Page/Handset Locator Power Failure Operation Ringer On/Off Ringer tones: 17 melodies/8 ringers Selectable Dialing (TT/DP) Sound Select Spare Battery Charger Spare Handset Included Speakerphone: Handset & Base Table Style only Technology (Analog/Digital): DSSFH Transfer phonebook between handsets Caller ID/Call Waiting (Type 2): HS Caller ID Directory (name/number): 100 Lighted CID Display: Handset & Base Message-Waiting Indicator Multi-Functional LCD: 4 Line Plus Call Screening/Intercept Handset Access to TAS 1 Mailbox Memo Record Time: 15 Min Remote Access Tapeless Digital Technology Time/Date Stamp Variable Speed Playback Voice Prompts: English Battery Type: Ni-MH 800mAh pack Special Features: Recordable Ringer w/17 melodies preset into the phone Download images from computer using USB Picture Caller ID with 29 images preset into the phone Download phonebook directory from Outlook or Palm using USB ... Read more

Features

• Note -Caller ID & Call Waiting are both optional features from the phone company
• 100 Name and Number Caller ID Memory
• 100 Name and Number Phonebook Directory
• Dual Caller ID/Call Waiting
• Digital answering system with 15 minutes of recording time

Reviews (3)

This is 802.11 Friendly
Another poster mentioned that s/he couldn't get a response from V-Tech as to whether this phone is WiFi safe. However, according to V-Tech's web site, this phone is WiFi safe. Take a look at the manufacturer's page at http://www.vtechphones.com/vtechui/store/dsp_product.cfm?itemID=b02333e4-1056-4332-ba4d-773b18c36a2a.

This makes sense. The phone operates on the 5.8GHz frequency. Most WiFi users are using 802.11b or 802.11g - both of which operate at 2.4GHz. Different Frequency == no interference. Now if you're one of the few people using 802.11a, which does operate at 5.8 GHz, you might want to be a bit more skeptical of the WiFi safe claim.

802.11a compatability?
I called V-Tech customer service to see if this phone is compatable with 802.11a wireless, and they could not give me an answer.

Took three times but I found a winner!
I'll jump right in and say what I didn't like about this phone.The handset speakerphone is extremely bad, constantly cutting in and out made the phone unusable in this mode.I called Vtech customer service and they told me to unplug the phone for a couple of minutes and then plug it back in and try it, but that didn't help either.Figuring I got a bad one I went back up to Office Depot to get another and guess what, this one did the exact same thing.Vtech has a problem with these phones.

Aside from the speakerphone in the handset problem the phone worked great.The software which installs on your PC and allows you do download ringtones and photos worked very good.The screen on the phone was very sharp.

By the way the speakerphone on the base worked very very good, to bad they couldn't have done a better job on the handset's speakerphone.

If it wasn't for the terrible speakerphone on the handset I would have given this phone 5 stars and would still own it.

Update:6-11-05

After using the Vtech phone I tried the color models that Uniden and Panasonic had to offer.The Panasonic had a very good screen but lacked the volume I needed.The Uniden's flip phone was nice but the screen was way below the quality of the Vtech and Panasonic and Unidens software was not good at all.Sending info to and from the phone was very slow.

After taking the Panasonic back I decided to try the Vtech again but this time I went to another Office Depot.This new phone has worked flawlessly and didn't exibit the same handset speakerphone problems as the first two.

It's my opinion now that of the three color screen phones the Vtech is much better than Panasonic and Uniden. I'd now give it a full 5 stars.

Highly Recommended! ... Read more

Product Description

The Panasonic KX-TG2420B is a GigaRange Digital Cordless Phone System, based on 2.4 GHz Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum Technology. That's a mouthful, but what does it mean? This technology "hops" constantly through a range of available channels to reduce interference and to provide improved security against eavesdropping. And since it is all digital technology, you get long range and incredible clarity.Kids sleeping? The antenna will signal you silently! Panasonic found a way to shorten the handset antenna while still maintaining the long range that Panasonic customers have become accustomed to. But what's even cooler is that the base of the antenna - which lights up - will alert you to an incoming call (or a message waiting for you). The light-up indicator will flash quickly to show that you have an incoming call, and it will flash slowly to let you know you have a new message in your voice mailbox. So turn off the ringer, let the kids sleep, and never miss a call.Put the phone down while you talk. Having a handset speakerphone may not seem like such a big deal-until you have to call an automated phone system. By the time you press "2" and return the phone to your ear, you missed half the next option! And when they put you on hold for ten minutes, do you really need to hold the phone? Not with the handset speakerphone. Just listen along, and press a button or pick up when it's convenient. You'll think up other great uses, like letting Grandma and Grandpa listen to their new grandchild at the same time, painting your nails as you talk to your best friend, or just being able to set the phone down while you talk.See who's calling, even if you're already on the phone. With Call Waiting Caller ID you get the best of both worlds. Now when you get a beep, you can see who's calling before you answer. ... Read more

Features

• Last 5 number redial; Voice Enhancer technology
• Illuminated ringer and keypad; 1-year warranty
• 2.4 GHz frequency-hopping spread spectrum signal
• Caller ID/call waiting, 50-station memory
• 50-station speed dial phonebook

Amazon.com Product Description

The i5807 is an accessory handset for use with VTech expandable phone system models i5853, i5857, i5866, and i5867. It utilizes the 5.8 GHz frequency and digital spread spectrum technology to provide clear, accurate reception with less interference than traditional 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz phones.

Caller ID/call waiting compatible, the i5807 has a 50-number caller ID memory as well as a 50-name-and-number phone directory to help you keep track of important contacts. You can select among eight ring tones and 12 musical ringers, while the supplied audio patch cord allows you to record custom ring tones (up to 10 seconds each).

The full-color handset LCD screen comes with a variety of preset images that you can assign to phone directory entries or set as background wall-paper; the included USB cable and image editor software also allow you to download custom images.

An intercom feature lets you communicate with other handsets on the same system, and a handset-to-handset call transfer feature lets you route incoming calls to another handset location. The redial function dials any of the last ten outgoing calls. With any-key answer, you can just press any button on the phone to answer a call.

The NiMH battery has an eight-hour talk time, with a standby battery life of up to five days. Handset speakerphone and headset compatibility also provide convenient methods of hands-free communication. The i5807 comes backed with a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Handset, belt clip, charger stand, AC adapter, battery cells, battery cover, user's manual, special features guide, audio patch cable, USB cable, image editor software on CD-ROM

Note: This is not a standalone telephone. It requires a base system (sold separately) to function. ... Read more

Features

• 50-number phone directory; distinctive ring detection
• Multiple ringers plus custom-recordable ring tones
• For use with i5853, i5857, i5866, and i5867 expandable systems
• Color LCD with built-in and downloadable images
• Caller ID/call waiting, 50-call memory

Reviews (2)

Great features, nice phone, but interference and poor VM
Features are nice, with no extra charges for loading music and photos onto the handsets.Even the phone's shape, which we initially hated, has grown on us tremendously.It can stand upright anywhere, and the speakerphone is excellent.

Only complaint is the interference on around 15% of the calls -- don't know why this is happening, but this rarely happened with my 2.4 panasonic.

For the base unit, the voice mail box sounds terribly electronic.It's like they updated the handsets but used an old-style voice recorder.

Because of the voice mail and the occassional interference, only 2.5 stars...

Great Features - Battery Died after 1 month
This phone has great features & sound quality, but unfortunately the supplied rechargeable batteries died after only 1 month. (they would be completely flat even though the phone had been on the charger for days). I hope it's the batteries and not the charger. I replaced the batteries and now I'm waiting to see how long they last. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

This innovative cordless telephone operates on the powerful 5.8 GHz frequency. Its classic design provides comfort and ease of use. Advanced features include adjustable sound settings, the ability to use up to six handsets, a speakerphones in the handset, and a duplex speakerphone in the base. (Duplex technology lets both parties talk and be heard simultaneously.)

The dual-band (5.8 GHz/2.4 GHz) design allows the base unit to transmit with more power in the 5.8 GHz frequency band or with greater efficiency at 2.4 GHz. The phone's true duplex transmission keeps the incoming and outgoing signals from interfering with each other.

The LCD on the handset provides caller ID/call waiting information (subscription required though your local phone company). The 5830 also provides talking caller ID, which announces the name or number of incoming callers.

The 5830's expandability, up to five additional handsets for a total of six, eliminates the need to hard-wire multiple extensions throughout your home. One phone jack and one power outlet is all you need to connect the 5830 base station and handset, while each additional model 5800 handset requires only a power outlet for its compact charger/cradle. Calls can be transferred from one handset to another.

The handset receiver lights up with incoming calls and can also be set to vibrate. It stores 50 names and numbers and works with your caller ID service to remember the last 50 callers. Sound Select lets you adjust bass, treble, and midrange to your liking. A spare-battery charging system enables the telephone to work even during a power outage. Choose from eight ringer melodies. The system is backed by a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
User's manual, quick start guide, base unit, handset, NiMH battery pack, telephone line cord, AC power adapter, wall mounting adapter ... Read more

Features

• Sound Select lets you tailor the audio to your preference
• 5.8 GHz DSS frequency hopping technology
• Expandable to 6 handsets
• Spare battery charger for optional second battery
• Speakerphones in both handset and base

Reviews (20)

Insufficient range
The AT&T 5.8 ghz cordless expandable phones are nice,but don't have enough range for a large house.

If range is what you need, save yourself the time and trouble and get the Panasonic. Over the past month (August 2004) I have tried the latest models of just about every major brand that offers 5.8 ghz multi-handset cordless phones - Uniden, V-Tech, AT&T (made by V-Tech), Motorola, and Panasonic. Each of these phones is nice in its own way, but only the Panasonic had enough range to receive and send clearly from one end of the house to the other. Granted my house is big (3,600 square feet, all on one level), but the other brands maxed out about 2/3rds of the way through the house. I have a WiFi network in the house, and had no interference issues from that with any of these brands. I do wish the Panasonic could expand to a total of more than just 4 handsets, but that is a minor issue. Those big honking twin antennae on the base unit seem to actually work.Please note that I tried the versions withoutanswering machines,so I can't offer any opinions on that part of this.

I Have NEVER Been This Happy With A Cordless Phone
Before I begin my review of the BEST cordless phone I have ever used, I thought some fun facts were in order...

1876 Telephone invented by Alexander Graham Bell (believe it or not, the fax machine was invented ~15 years prior to this)
1913 AT&T becomes a government sanctioned monopoly
1946 AT&T begins offering mobile telephone service (this is true!)
1958 AT&T starts selling modems (almost a decade before DARPA creates the internet and more than a quarter century before consumers have access to the WWW)
1984 AT&T is torpedoed by Judge Green's Modified Final Judgement (MFJ) -- this effectively ushers in competetition which drives innovation, and lower prices
2000 AT&T still hasn't woken up to the reality of MFJ (i.e., it's break-up) and is charging rates as high as 35 CPM for domestic calls to more than 20 million of it subscribers
2003 With the introduction of the 5800 series phones, and a new residential VoIP offer, AT&T starts to signal to main street and wall street that it is willing to wake up to the realities of today's marketplace

But you don't need to know the above to appreciate what is, in my opinion, the BEST cordless phone on the market (and I have tried many!).Here's the deal with the AT&T 5800 series...
+ Uses 5.8 Ghtz band and "Frequency Hopping Technology" to eliminate static and security issues
+ Awesome speakerphone on the base station
+ Ergonomics of the unit are unsurpassed
+ Each handset has a speakerphone built into it -- while these speakerphones are not as crisp as the one on the base station, they come in handy when interfacing with those annoying recorded menus that most companies are using today
+ All units include visibile message waiting indication (great for those with voice mail)
+ The unit just feels substantial (they have the sturdy feel of AT&T's old Western Electric produced phones that felt like they could drive rail road spikes)
+ Expansion handsets don't require RJ11 jacks to get dial-tone, they use the house wiring and they also auto-seek the base unit to simplify set-up and intercom signaling
+ For convenience, calls can be transferred from one handset to another
+ Base unit will "speak" the caller ID information -- this is especially convenient for those frequent times that you can't angle around to see the caller ID display

There are some light cons to...
+ The voice mail waiting indication light is so bright (and it blinks) that it has woken me up at nights (the only way to turn it off is to clear voice mail messages)
+ The 5800 series isn't so much a phone as it is a whole house phone system, as a result of this and the EXTREMELY high quality of the product, it is a little more expensive than the 5.8 Ghtz offerings from it's competition -- my opinion is that the extra ten or twenty bucks is well worth it

And I thought the following would be helpful as well...
1) In the past, most cordless phone providers made outrageous claims regarding the range or distance the handset could travel from the base station (AT&T makes no claims with this unit) -- wise shoppers should expect no more than 250 ft of range with the 5800 series
2) For those using the new VoIP technology to save on phone service (e.g. Vonage, Packet8, BroadVoice, Phonom, etc.), this system provides an excellent solution to the whole house wiring problems that these types of services tend to create

Finally, a phone that sounds ok
I've read dozens of reviews and have even purchased several different models including the VTEC T2426 2.4GHZ & 5381 5.8GHZ.It is amazing how bad the sound quality was for every phone I tried, perhaps due to my wi-fi network.While this ATT model is basically the same phone as the VTech 5.8 (with the addition of talking caller id) it does not have any of the crackling that the VTech had.I think I have finally found a phone I can live with. A key factor for me is the voicemail indicator as I tend to let messages sit for days.Now I can't see how I could live without that flashing light.I can't say that I am particularly fond of ATT, but if you want to avoid the mild headaches associated with returning annoying phones, this is the one for you.

Good sound quality, but the designers could have done better
The first thing you should know is this: This is a very good phone.It feels solid, its sound quality is great, the intercom works well, and it won't interfere with your WiFi network.My bet is that if you care enough to read to the end of this review, you should just buy it-- it's what you're looking for.And if the rest of this review seems overly focused on minutia, that's a result of frustration over the Phone That Might Have Been, more than criticism of The Phone That Is.

So, it's a good phone.But come on: some of the design decisions are just plain weird.

First, there's the oddity that while there's an indicator light for your (phone-company-supplied) voicemail, there's no easy way to actually dial that voicemail number and retrieve your messages.Rather than have a one-touch button, the phone requires that you assign voicemail to one of the phone-book entries.No big deal... except that it means you're pressing a minimum of three buttons (and likely more) every time you want to get your messages.

Then there's the omission of a "this is my own area code" feature.This means that all caller-ID numbers show up as (and get dialed as) 1-XXX-XXX-XXXX numbers... which can mean long-distance charges for local calls on some systems.Yes, you can edit the number, but it requires three clicks.

Lastly, there are the set of weird behaviors that come from having the built-in base-station speakerphone not know anything about the base-station phone handset. This means, forinstance, that if you answer a call using the base-station speakerphone, you can't just then pick up the base-station handset and have the call automatically transfer.Instead, both units will be active, which means you need to hang up two separate phones.

All of these are nits, but in a system costing this much, they're silly.

So should you buy it?Yes, sure: it does most of the basics well; the quality feels high; the backup battery feature will come in handy in a power-failure (though battery is sold separately); and 5.8 Ghz is the future.But don't expect perfection... and do send "you can do better" thought waves towards the folks who designed this unit.

PS-- An equally small nit about the extension handsets: their a/c adapters don't detach from their recharging bases.That means you need an extension cord if your desk has one of those holes to thread cords through-- the adapter likely won't fit through to reach the outlet.

Great Phone
I probably over-researched phones, and this one came up with the best ratings/reviews.We've had it now for a few weeks, and it is the best cordless we've ever owned.Superb sound quality, features are plentiful, and the talking caller ID is pretty cool.
Haven't really tested the range beyond the confines of our house, it being winter and all.I also bought the 5800 handset for use upstairs, and it works just as well 1 & 2 floors up.
This replaced my VTech 2400 because I ended up installing a wireless LAN just after buying the phone, and was having problems with the 2.4GHz interference.Be aware that this phone does transmit from phone-to-base in the 2.4G range, but I have not had any issues with it like I did the VT 2400. ... Read more

Product Description

WORKS WITH ANY HOME PHONE (CORDED OR CORDLESS) WORKS WITH ANY ST ... Read more

Features

• Shares pictures with friends and family
• Easy setup and portable design helps you stay in touch even on the road
• 2 units per package; works with any analog phone line and any corded or cordless phone
• CMOS video camera captures your image; 3.5-inch LCD displays your caller's image
• Also functions as a digital picture frame

Reviews (3)

See Loved Ones Over Phone Calls - Send Photos From Camera
I bought this product because I cannot be with family overseas.I bought direct from Vialta, and split my shipment, one to me (Chicago), and one to Philippines (Cebu).

I called my sister I was able to see her on the telephone, I almost cried, I have not seen her in over 4 years!

We later tried sending photos.I loaded my Compact Flash card into the Beamer, and tramitted these pictures without any problem.

This is the perfect 'Stay In Touch' gift you can possibly give your family.Who are you going to 'miss' this Christmas?

Thanks Vialta for a simple to use, wonderful product!

- Janet.

BMFX is a Videophone which has an integrated digital frame.
In response to a recent review, this Beamer FX is a videophone with integrated digital frame functionality.

For more information: http://www.vialta.com/beamerfx.htm

It is a great product with so many useful features at a great price! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Add color, motion video to any phone call between yourself and another party using Vialta's Beamer. There are no hookup hassles, service fees, or extra per-call expenses. The Beamer is compatible with any home phone over a standard analog phone line. It requires no additional equipment or wiring, although to use the video features, the other party you're calling will also need a Beamer phone (sold separately).

Setup takes only a few minutes. Just plug your phone line into the Beamer and then connect the Beamer to your phone. When you call another Beamer owner and press Start, video is transmitted to the other party at up to 15 frames per second. For your party's privacy, the unit displays only a message on your screen until the other party also presses the Start button and transmits video back to you.

In addition to video, you can use the snapshot feature to send a high-resolution still image of yourself to the other party. The snapshot feature doubles as a privacy mode, temporarily preventing video transmission for as long as you want. Enjoy three viewing options: self, to view just yourself (how you will appear to the other party); other party, to view your called party; and combo, to display both you and the other party at the same time. ... Read more

Features

• No additional cost to your phone call
• Works with any home phone (corded or cordless)
• Works with any standard (analog) phone line
• No special wiring or equipment
• No service fees, contracts or subscriptions

Reviews (4)

BAD!!!!!!!!!!!
This video phone is the biggest garbage in the world. I bought one it is a waste of money. Video quality is horrible and cheap!! U will not be happy with this. I also have a motorola OJO video phone. That is much better than this. If your gonna get a video phone get the OJO. The price is higher but the video quality is superb!!

Works great for technically challenged relatives
We bought 2 Beamers to use with my elderly in-laws.They were able to work it, the image is okay, and they enjoy seeing our kids.We also have webcams for our computer enabled family, and they work much better and there is no phone charges, but this would not work with my in-laws.The videophone is obviously a little choppy, but if you make sure to have a well lit room it shows a nice picture.My 2 year old son goes up to it and says "Pop-Pop, Pop-Pop" when he wants to see his grandfather.Even though they live 3000 miles away, it feels like you are much closer

Hi Mom!
Appearance: Lightly tinted bluish beveled glass surrounding the palm-sized LCD and camera aperture.The rest of the unit is that type of matte finish hard plastic used in laptops.It resembles a picture frame or a small LCD monitor (which it is, in part).Three simple controls on the side of the unit, and three ports in the rear -- two for phone jacks and one for the power supply.With this unit, you supply your own phone, which may be more convenient in some cases and saves on space.
Function: You call into the other location and ask them to activate their video station, and the unit on your side activates automatically.There is a 20 second delay for the video to rev up, then both sides can see each other.The unit tilts about 30 degrees on the base.
Quality: Not bad, meaning, it's fair, but comparable to the standard line speed of 33K.The screen is big enough and bright enough for my parents to be able to view with their not so good eyesight.The unit doesn't respond well to movement like all videophones, but if the image shown is relatively constant, voice and video transmission is good and synchronized.The unit has a simple switch to decrease the resolution which prevents rebuffering delay.The unit also has a picture in picture feature so you can see what you look like.Activating this feature does not seem to slow transmission.
Ease of Use: So easy, my parents could hook it up with phone tech support. (Me.)Very easy to activate and non-threatening interface.Hook up time is about 2 minutes; installation instructions are good.Connection time for calls is really no more than 25 seconds.The unit provides good, clear responses to inform about delays in transmission or problems with connection.
Problems: The unit generates some slight heat when plugged into the adapter.I pull the power adapter out of the unit to rid this problem.It doesn't work with all phone lines, like PBX.It works with my run of the mill ten year old phone.
Overall: This is a solid, well-designed and engineered unit.It's been made to be usable, unlike some amalgams of technology I've seen.I remember the videophones of five years ago with prices in the fifteen-hundred dollar range with quality that wasn't half as good as what this unit.This unit is affordable enough to buy a few of them to distribute to the family.This unit is good for grandkids to see grandparents and closes the physical distance in an amazing way, because its like looking at grandma through a really small window in the house.I had serious doubts about this technology actually working, having not seen this unit prior to buying it, but it works.

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Easy to hook up.Very stylish.See family without having to fly.Thanks Vialta! ... Read more

Product Description

A two-line corded/cordless phone system from AT&T, the E2662 is an ideal model for today's busy household or small office. With an all-digital answering system and multi-user expandability eight cordless handsets (two included), the phone offers both flexibility and convenience. By utilizing the 2.4 GHz band and digital frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology, the E2662 offers clearer reception and less interference than traditional 900 MHz phones. ---------------The digital answering machine provides up to 25 minutes of recording time, while a remote message check feature lets you keep track of messages even when you are away from home. Caller ID/call waiting compatible, the E2662 has a 50-number caller ID memory, while a 50-number phone directory provides an easy way to keep track of important phone numbers. -----------------The base unit has a data port which can be used to hook up external devices such as a fax machine. A speakerphone on both the base and handsets combine with headset compatibility (also on both the base and handsets) to provide hands-free communication options. Handset and ringer volume controls are provided, while an illuminated keypad makes dialing easy, even in dark environments. An intercom function lets you talk between handset locations, while up to seven-way conferencing allows you to communicate with multiple parties at the same time. The E2662 also comes backed with a one-year warranty. ... Read more

Features

• Includes a corded base with speakerphone and two cordless handsets with chargers
• Cordless handsets do not need phone jacks, only electrical outlets
• 2.4GHz expandable two-line; Expandable up to 8 total handsets; Handset speakerphones
• Corded/cordless answering system with CIDCW; Digital Spread Spectrum (DSS) frequency hopping technology
• Integrated digital answering system with 25 minutes of recording time; Caller ID/call waiting capability; 50 name/number Caller ID log

Amazon.com Product Description

This 2.4 GHz DSS telephone offers call waiting and caller ID, a 50-name and number phone book directory, handset speakerphone, and headset compatibility. The best news of all is that it is expandable, allowing you to place cordless extensions in rooms without the need for a phone jack. Each VT2421 system accepts up to two additional VT2420 accessory handsets, giving you a total of four. The ergonomic design also makes it a hit in both form and function. This factory-refurbished unit is backed by a 90-day warranty.

What's in the Box
Base unit, two handsets, remote charger stand, two AC adapters, one telephone line cord, two battery packs and covers, instructions

Note: This model is no longer in production, so you may have difficulty finding additional handsets that are compatible with the phone's expandability feature. ... Read more

Features

• Remanufactured to like-new condition; includes 90-day warranty
• 50-name-and-number phonebook directory; headset compatible
• 2.4 GHz digital spread spectrum signal
• Expandable to 4 handsets, 2 included; handset speakerphone
• Caller ID/call waiting, 50-call memory

Amazon.com Product Description

The E252 is a 2.4 GHz accessory handset designed for use with AT&T's E2562 phone system (required, sold separately). The E252 has a number of useful features, including support for two-line operation and caller ID/call waiting compatibility. When registered to the E2562 base, the E252 handset provides both intercom and conferencing features, letting you communicate with other phones on the system as well as multiple parties at once.

With just one phone jack, the system supports up to eight extensions throughout your home, depending on your base unit.

A 50-number caller ID memory provides a list of recent incoming calls, while a 50-number phone directory helps you keep track of important numbers. The E2562 phone system supports a total of eight handsets, so you can place extra extensions wherever you need them. Answering machine access from the handset allows you to check messages without having to be near the base.

Additional features include adjustable volume, a new-call indicator, and an illuminated keypad that makes dialing a snap, even in poorly lit environments. A handset speakerphone is provided, as well as headset compatibility, for hands-free communication. The redial feature allows you easily dial any of the last five outgoing numbers, and a low-battery indicator lets you know when to return the handset to its cradle for recharging. The E252 also comes backed by a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Cordless handset, charging cradle, AC adapter, NiCd battery, belt clip, instructions ... Read more

Features

• Caller ID/call waiting, 50-call memory
• Answering system access from handset
• Intercom, conferencing, speakerphone; illuminated keypad
• 2.4 GHz frequency-hopping digital spread spectrum signal
• For use with AT&T E2562 expandable phone system