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Features

• Backlit keypad
• Receiver volume control
• 32-digit redial
• 12 memory-dialing presets, up to 21 digits
• Handset volume control

Reviews (16)

Basic little black phone
Very easy to use.Volume control a real plus. Replaces and older pastel trimline phone in a somewhat formal room.Fills the bill marvelously.Good value for money.

AT&T 201Phone
This phone is absolutely fabulous.The sound is very clear. It was very easy to program my numbers into the phone.It's black color would coordinate with anyone's desk or counter.

Great Phone
I love this phone..I like the fact it as 3 different ring tones...I give it 100%..And you can hear clearly on it..I have it in my bedroom... ... Read more

Editorial Review

A corded telephone with some useful extra features, the AT&T 959 is a perfect addition to the small home office. You can mount the unit on a wall or place it on your desk, depending upon your needs, while a built-in speakerphone allows you convenient, hands-free communication. The 959 is caller ID and call waiting compatible and features a 65-number caller ID memory. A built-in phone directory helps you to keep track of your most important contacts, storing up to 25 numbers in its internal memory. Fourteen one-touch locations provide additional space to store and easily dial the most frequently used numbers.Read more

Features

• Caller ID/call waiting, 65-name-and-number log
• 25-name-and-number phone directory
• Hands-free speakerphone
• Receiver and speakerphone volume controls
• Data port; easy-to-read LCD screen

Reviews (19)

Speakerphone does not work
I bought this phone brand new. Unless your mouth is within a foot of the mic, the other party will not be able to hear you while you are on speakerphone.

worst phone ever! buyer beware
I took back the first model of this to the store because if the phone was moved at all when the speaker was on, then it would hang up. But at least people could hear you.
Good phone - short battery life
Overall, a good phone. Low cost. Well built. Many features.Speaker works OK for the price.Features such as caller ID and the speaker phone are powered by batteries.As stated by another reviewer a set of batteries only lasts a few months, even if you do not use the battery-powered speaker phone often.This phone would be a great phone (for the price) if it did not use batteries, but was a plug-in model. ... Read more

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The GE 29096-GE1 offers a perfect way to retain your favorite old phone and still take advantage of the latest call-screening technology. This small wall-mountable box, measuring just 4 by 4 inches, contains a three-line LCD with an adjustable backlight, making it easy to read under most any lighting conditions. The 70-station memory tracks the name and number of each call, along with the date and time it was received, and provides a unique call sequence number, allowing you to easily transfer data into your permanent home or office records. Compatible with either traditional caller ID or call-waiting/caller ID, you'll always know who's on the phone--even if you're already on the other line. When the unit is purchased new, GE includes a one-year warranty covering parts and service. ... Read more

Features

• Caller ID Box with Call waiting compatibility and 70 name and number memory-shows name and or number of incoming call even if you're on the phone with another called
• Easy to read 3 line display-displays date and time of each call and call sequence number
• Forward/reverse call review with delete-allows user to scroll through the list of incoming calls and delete those not wanted
• Trilingual message display-display can ve viewed in English,French or Spanish
• Built-in Clock and calendar with automatic date and time set-displays current date and time for handy reference.

Reviews (9)

Doesn't last long
I have had several of these units in the past couple of years.When they work, they work great.However, they fail frequently, often after only a few months of use.I have never had one last much over a year.Many of the problems are the same as some other reviewers have mentioned - unit says low batteries, but a change of battery either doesn't help or only for a short while; hard to change batteries; etc.My current problem is the call waiting function has stopped working, although the caller id for the first call is ok.Unfortunately, I cannot find another model that features the call waiting function.

a worthless piece of junk
This is a worthless piece of junk. The three batteries are not held tightly enough in place; they constantly slip away from the coiled spring connectors, and then the unit stops functioning. I've tried everything imaginable to correct this problem but nothing works. It's amazing how a major corporation can spend millions of dollars hiring design "experts" who are so lacking in imagination andbasic engineering skills.

Good little unit for the price
We've had this for a couple of months, and so far it's done exactly what it needs to do.Only two things about it are less than perfect: 1) it's hard to see the caller information in low light, and 2) if there are new calls, a little red light continues to blink until you clear them all out.Overall, though, it's doing exactly what we bought it to do, and is a good value for the price. ... Read more

Editorial Review

With a complete set of high performance features and expandable functionality, the Uniden TRU9488 offers a full set of convenient options for busy homes. Call Waiting Caller ID includes a 100-station memory (with subscription to local service) that allows names and numbers to be transferred between handsets or moved into the permanent 100-station speed dial. DirectLink two-way radio communication is built into each handset, allowing them to function as an in-home intercom system or baby monitor. Redial any of the last three numbers at the touch of a button, activate three-way calls or just enjoy the consistent, clear 5.8 GHz digital signal transmission. Read more

Features

• Expandable 5.8 GHz Digital Spread Spectrum cordless system with corded handset base
• Call Waiting Caller ID with 100-station memory; 100-station phone book allows two numbers per name
• IntegriSound digital answering system with memo recording
• DirectLink 2-way radio; 20 ring tone options
• Includes one corded and one cordless handset; One-year warranty

Reviews (8)

Decent Combo Phone System for the Money
I bought mine at the local discount warehouse for around $[...] with a rebate.The package included the corded base and 3 handsets.I've looked into a lot of different phones and read almost every review.When that wasn't enough, I went to the manufacturers' websites and read the manuals.I was looking for a 5.8 GHz with the same features as my old Siemens 2420 2.4GHz and this phone is closest I could come to matching it.The features are current with the exception of two:
Perhaps the best of its kind -- at this price
I feel I owe readers this assessment, given how much wasted energy went into trying to find a suitable digital answering machine w/caller ID at a price under $80.I'm very happy with this machine and feel it has only a few flaws.
GREAT PHONE SYSTEM
I would have rated 4 1/2 stars, just for the minor Cons below, but couldn't, so rated the full 5. Can't attest to the interference with a wireless network, because I'm not there yet but....
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Perfect for the everyday office environment, the Panasonic KX-TS108W white corded phone has all the basic features you could ask for. The phone's base includes speakerphone functions with electronic volume control and houses an integrated data port.Read more

Features

• White corded phone with LCD
• 10-station 1-touch dialing
• Speakerphone with electronic volume controls
• Headset jack and belt-clip
• Integrated data port

Reviews (7)

A disappointment
I purchased two of these phones based upon the previous customer reviews. I was looking for a phone with at least above average sound quality. Other customer reviews gave me the impression that this phone would satisfy these requirements.My previous phone sounded signifiantly better and it was about 1/2 the price.Most people would find the sound quality alright, but if you are looking for above average sound quality you will not find it in this phone.I'm quite disappointed.The rest of the phone's features are fine - no complaints except for the primary reason why I purchased this phone.

Great phone for the money
Great phone. The only thing I don't like is that you have to use 3, AAA batteries in order to activate the speakerphone without picking up the receiver. Without the batteries, I have to lift the receiver, press the SP button, then put the receiver down. Bummer. It would have been great if they'd added a power feature.

Excellent basic phone
I found this to be an excellent phone with all the necessary features that I wanted. I was tired of the small, heavy, one-piece phones with marginal sound quality. This has very clear sound and when called at work I can tell the outgoing quality is just as good. I am not a speaker phone person so no comment on that. The memory feature is easy to use and convenient but common to most phones. Pay a little more for this higher quality phone and you'll like it. $20 dollar phones just won't give you this clarity. ... Read more

Features

• Call-Waiting Caller ID
• One-Touch Redial
• Tone / Pulse Switchable
• Dial-Back Function
• New Caller Indicator

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BASIC phone
I guess for $15.00, you should not expect too much. The phone's display is only readable at the max setting. The ringer is annoying. The main problem with the phone is that all the cables are hard wired. The curly handset cord is extremely short and cannot be replaced. The cord to plug into the jack is about 15' too long for wall mounting. Again this cord is hardwired so you have to wind it up under the phone. You may want to spring for a $20 phone instead of this one. ... Read more

Features

• Big Buttons and Extra Large LCD display
• Speakerphone with volume control
• 75 Name and Number CID Memory
• Mute with indicator
• Auto Transfer to Handset

Reviews (3)

Great Phone!
I got to agree with the other reviewers. This is one of the best phones I ever had for my kitchen-the extra large LIGHTED caller id feature was the selling point for me. It does require you to plug it in, but you don't have to worry about batteries leaking or running out. The speaker part has adjustable volume, and the caller id itself has contrast adjustments, it lists how long you have been on the phone while you are on that call, and one of the best parts is, if you get multiple calls from the same phone number, it will list each call and time INDIVIDUALLY, not overlap them. Thinking about putting one in the bedroom so when someone calls at night you can see who it is without turning on the light. The only drawback is the phone doesn't sit in the cradle snuggly, so you will have to be a little more careful when you hang up. GREAT PHONE!

OK except.....
I like the phone except for one REALLY BAD problem.The handset does not fit properly on the phone, it is too easy to incorrectly place the phone on hook (you think it is on hook, but it isn't).I have had the phone a couple of months, and this problem has rendered my phone line dead (no dial tone) about 10 times now.When my other phones don't work, I have to go put the handset of this phone back on properly.Never had this problem with any other phone.

Perfect Desk Phone
This one has everything.Super large LIGHTED caller ID,volume control for handset, power adapter for the caller id, many many extras.Im usually sucked in by the 10.00 phones and they always end upin the garbage. I thoughtI would try this one.I almost didnt because of the 29.00 price but it is well worth it.This is not a cheap phone.Its even angled perfect for the desk. The speakerphone sounds great as well.I love it and will probably buy another for the other desk in the house. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Panasonic KX-TS105W corded phone combines flexible features, sturdy construction, and a value price. A 10-number speed dial allows you to program the most frequently used numbers into the phone and dial them with the touch of a button. The speakerphone allows you to talk without having to touch the handset; a headset jack offers an additional hands-free conversation option. A data port is integrated into the base, and dial lock and call restrictions are easily programmable, making this an excellent phone for family or home-office use. Read more

Features

• Single-line corded phone
• 10-station speed dialing
• Hands-free speakerphone with 8-level volume control
• 3-level ringer volume, 4-level handset/headset volume
• Wall mountable; 1-year warranty

Reviews (13)

Item was the wrong color
Item was advertised as white, but it was really grey. As a result we had to return item and assume the cost of mailing it back.

Finally,something that works as advertised!
A mild surprise but very happy that an item actually works as advertised.Got this for my parents who have hearing disabilities and needed an alternative to those "hearing impaired" ultra-loud phones.
Very happy so far...
I bought this as an auxillary phone.We've got an answering machine and a fax machine, but I needed an additional phone to be by the computer in my downstairs office and I wanted a speakerphone so when I was telecommuting I could call into meetings and listen to them without holding a receiver up to my ear.
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Features

• Caller ID/call waiting compatible
• 99-number caller ID memory
• Supports 4 lines
• Data port, speakerphone
• Wall-mountable, headset compatible

Reviews (4)

7 new speaker phones
At first, I was unable to conference from room to room, one of the features that I had chosen the phone and spent extra money for and it turned out that the problem had a simple solution, reversing the plugs in the phone jacks. Changing the plug to jack arrangement also got the lines ringing in the proper order (line 1 appearing as line 1). I hope that this tip is helpful to another user. The hold button has a low visibility profile and when I first went to put a call on hold, I was searching frantically and I am tempted to paint that button a bright color. I still can't figure out what the phone means when it tells me that I have 35 (etc.) new calls. I set the phone to roll over to an answering service when I leave the office and I am uneasy that I should be doing something about these new calls. I think that my unease will dissipate over time, but now, I feel like the phone has the upper hand!

Great Options for Small Business or Large Home
I'm shopped around for a good phone system for a few months until I landed on this unit.
It's great when they get it right!
I've been looking for a high-quality multi-line office phone for several months, and have had a few bad experiences. It seemed that I got what I paid for, which was low-price, low-quality, and I just couldn't find a good solution for less than several hundred (or thousand)dollars. Read more

Editorial Review

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Features

• Backlit keypad
• Receiver volume control
• 32-digit redial
• 12 memory-dialing presets, up to 21 digits
• Handset volume control

Reviews (15)

Excellent basic phone
This is a great phone. Memory is easy to progam. The phone has 3 memory keys for emergenies and 9 additional memory keys for personal numbers. It can be used on a desk or hung on the wall. The only thing I don't like about the phone is the buttons on the handset. However, I knew about this feature before purchasing the phone. I would recommend this phone to anyone who is looking for a good basic phone.

calling home... good phone!
What you have here is a quality, reliable phone.While it's not like the updated models you see today, it serves its purpose, and serves its purpose quite well.When it comes down to it, no matter what kind of fancy phone you see in the world today, you're still basically typing numbers in *just* to talk to someone.This is why ANY phone will do.The size, comfort and everything else doesn't matter when it comes down to it.Don't even get me started on "ring tones".Geez.
Phone
Good slim design, myfavorite about thisphone is thelightedkeyfeature, since I haveitby my bed, it makes it fareasierto see the lighted keysforeasy visual ofthenumbers! ... Read more

Editorial Review

Providing a reliable connection even during power outages, the PanasonicKX-TS105B is a wall-mountable corded phone with a variety of convenient features. A one-touch dialer offers 20 separate stations for frequently-dialed numbers, while a separate speed dials provides 10 stations for the most important folks. Read more

Features

• 10-station speed dial
• 20-station one-touch dial
• Speakerphone
• Data port and headset jack
• Flash, redial and hold functions

Reviews (3)

Quality Home Office Phone
Hard to find a quality phone these days. This Panasonic does all the basics required for a home office, including a decent speakerphone. Note that the speakerphone uses AA batteries, not an AC adaptor. Phone does NOT need batteries to work as basic phone. Recommended, but only appears to be sold online.

Good Corded Speaker Phone
I've been searching for a corded phone for a while and came across this one.The speaker phone is definitely a bonus, however, it won't really work properly unless you put the batteries in it. Without the batteries, you can't dial and press the speaker phone right afterward.You have to wait until the person you're calling answers the phone.So don't forget to put the batteries in if you want the speaker phone to work properly.Overall, the phone is clear and crisp.The size of the dial buttons is a good size.Definitely a good corded phone to have.

Conference... in style
I needed a simple solution for my office. I wanted to be able to use the phone, but not get tied down by the handset, or the headset. Here was my solution, Since the TS105B has the 2.5mm port for a headset, I purchased a Jabra A210 Bluetooth adapter along with this phone and used one of my spare bluetooth headset to stay on conference calls and yet be able to move around my office. So far... WOW!!! its worked out great. The phone is also good by itself, plus it was inexpensive through AMAZON. For anyone interested in going the route I took... you will not be disappointed.
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Editorial Review

The Panasonic KX-TS3282B corded speakerphone offers a wealth of features designed to meet the needs of any small to medium sized business. This two-line phone offers automatic line selection with convenient buttons for hold, mute, pause, flash, redial (last ten numbers dialed), speed dial, transfer, call restriction, intercom, and more. Read more

Features

• 2-line corded speakerphone with adjustable volume control
• Flexible numbering for up to 8 optional extensions
• Caller ID/call waiting with 50 name-and-number memory
• Redial, speed dialing, mute, hold, call transfer, and more
• Head-set jack, wall mountable

Reviews (8)

Great phones, but length of phone lines matters
We replaced an aged Merlin system with these phones, and in general we're quite satisfied. The only limitation we found was that we can't use all eight phones at once in our 13-room, 4-story house. Evidently, the total length of all the phone lines -- probably several hundred feet -- is just too long. With a bit of fiddling, we got seven working solidly, and they make for a terrific phone system that meets all our needs. We expect to use all eight instruments in time, as two or three separate systems, so I can forgive this one problem.

Good Phone
This review should really be 4-1/2 stars but that's not an option, so...
No speed dial or answering machine
The phone has excellent sound quality but I was very disappointed that it only has three speed dial numbers - It has 8 extension buttons that I will never use since it is for my home office. They should have reversed the buttons, 10 speed dials and 3 extensions.
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Features

• Bedroom phone includes Dual-Wake Alarms, programmable snooze and AM/FM radio
• Call Waiting/Caller ID with 99 name and number memory-display shows name and number of incoming call even if you're on the phone
• Backlit LCD with Contrast adjustment-LCD is illuminated and adjustable for easy reading
• 10 Number memory with 3 one-touch dial buttons-speeds dialing of frequently used numbers
• One-Touch redial-quickly redials the last number dialed. Dial Back function-Quickly dials any selected number form the CID records.Lighted Keypad with Flash

Reviews (14)

Cheap Quality Unit
This is one of those units that had potential but I guess when you build it in China and get it for less than $30, you get what you pay for.
Product not as advertised
I ordered this phone because I wanted a lighted keypad for night-time use. Now I see that the keypad is "backlit" (not the same as "lighted keypad" which it advertised) and has only a small circle of light around each key that is not enough light to see which number I am dialing. Very disappointed! Also the online descriptive features says it has a speakerphone which I have yet to find, and it is not even mentioned in the instruction booklet. (FALSE ADVERTISING ?)
Bright Lights
Pros:The product works great and is a wonderful spacesaver.The snooze is illuminated and is very easy to find.The information is easy to read and simple to use.Cons: You have to wear blinders at night because the illumination is so bright that it lights up the entire room!I like sleeping in the dark, not in a blue light.If the maker could place a dimmer on the display, it would be a great product.
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Editorial Review

Combining modern features with consistently clear connections, the Northwest Bell 76510 telephone incorporates caller ID and a phone directory into its simple design. The corded handset means you never have to worry about annoying interference, while the three-line LCD panel conveniently displays the name, number, time, and date of up to 70 calls. The 20-station speed dial allows you to connect with frequently called numbers with the touch of a single button; use the adjustable volume speakerphone for comfortable hands-free operation. The phone is wall-mountable and hearing aid compatible, and it has built-in buttons for flash, hold, and redial. Northwest Bell provides a one-year warranty on parts and service. ... Read more

Features

• Speakerphone with volume control
• 20-number memory
• 70-name-and-number caller ID memory
• 3-line LCD screen
• Requires 3 AA batteries (not included)

Reviews (4)

Caller ID Stopped Working on Day 3
Love this phone.....if only the Caller ID would work!It worked fine on day 1, day 2 worked on and off.....day 3 Caller ID not working.Tried moving the phone to different outlets, removing the batteries & putting them back in, tried new wire etc.... The phone works great otherwise.Loved the Caller ID when it was working--much larger than most and easy to read. Oh well!

Everything you want in a corded phone!
Corded phones with features are becoming harder to find now-a-days.My home needed one corded phone for sure fire communications during power outages, mobile phone down for whatever reason, etc.This is one of the few corded phones with caller ID and no answering machine built in.The greatest feature of this phone is it has a HOLD button so one can place a call on hold while one gets high tech cordless, etc.Also with the built in speaker phone this phone is great in the kitchen.Highly recommend this for your one corded phone in the house!

Great simple phone
I love this phone, have three of them, easy to read, simple to use, can see caller ID easily.Have two on desks, one on the wall. They have worked for 9 months now. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The 974 from AT&T is a four-line corded telephone with powerful features and reliable operation. Caller ID/call waiting compatibility and multi-user expandability to 16 stations (compatible with AT&T models 945 and 984 along with other 974 models) provide you with plenty of options. Read more

Features

• Page, Intercom and Call Transfer Between Stations
• 1 to 4 Line Capacity
• Mix & Match with AT&T Models 945 and 984
• 200 Name/Number Directory
• Expandable up to 16 Stations

Reviews (7)

Nice phone, available in multiple colors
This phone is available in graphite and Titanium blue, under five seperate Amazon listings.You can find them by their ASIN number or by the tag i added.it's ATT974
speakerphone has problems
I purchased 3 of these for my office back in October.First the speakerphone microphone on the one on my desk stopped working most of the time.I had been planning on exchanging the phone on my desk with a coworkers since I use the speakerphone on a daily basis.My investors were out this week and were on a conference call on another of the phones, that microphone stopped working.Today I had a phone interview and the THIRD phone microphone stopped working!They work for 15 or 20 seconds, then the party on the other end can't hear you.These are gone.I was also hoping for a visual indicator that there were messages waiting when you use Verizon Centrex/voicemail.No go there.

If you're searching for a good quality phone, this is it!
The sound quality is very good and all the functions seem to work properly. Most of the features are very user friendly, easy to figure out. For the rest, the manual clearly tells you how to use them. I researched many phones before deciding on this one and was not disappointed. This makes a great office phone. ... Read more

Editorial Review

This inexpensive corded phone from GE is ready to meet the demands of your busy home or office. The two-line operation is perfect for providing separate connections for home and office, while the three-way conferencing feature allows three parties to be linked together for teleconferencing. A hold button allows you to easily switch between current and incoming calls, while hearing aid compatibility is provided for hard-of-hearing users.Read more

Features

• Two-line convenience with distinctive ring and line-in-use indicators for each line
• 3 Way Call Conferencing-permits 3 parties to be linked together for conference calls
• Easy Wall Mount capability-enables installation flexibility.Phone can sit on a flast surface or be hung on a wall
• Tone/Pulse switchable dialing-allows any combination of tone and pulse dialing
• 10 Number memory-speeds dialing of frequently used numbers

Reviews (1)

Good basement phone
Great price for a two line phone, but I don't recommend it for heavy use areas. Cheaply made, very few features. C- ... Read more

Editorial Review

Putting an end to speakerphones that clip sound, the Polycom VoiceStation 100 features full-duplex performance, so that everyone can both talk and listen simultaneously. The stylishly designed phone system offers three microphones and one speaker for conference calls with up to four participants, making it suitable only for smaller venues.Read more

Features

• 360-degree, full-duplex performance for simultaneous 2-way communication
• 3 microphones and 1 speaker in the console; self-canceling echo
• Analog PBX or public switched telephone network interface
• Volume level adjustable up to 85 dB
• RCA output jack for recording or broadcasting

Reviews (6)

No different than mainstream cheap phones
This phone was WAY under my expectations based on my experience with the SoundStation at work. This phone was as bad as the junker i've had in my closet for years that cost no more than $30 at WalMart.
Good conference phone, but ...
I got this conference phone at a good price.It is quite expensive for home use.
Excellent for office conferences.
I use it for my SOHO and it works great. I do not understand who other users have posted negative comments on this product. It works great, the sound quality is pretty good for the price. Soundstation with mics is better, but also three times as expensive. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

The Coby CT-P260 is a slim and compact phone with lighted keypad with big button design for easier dialing. The fully modular two-piece phone features receiver volume control (High/Low), mute and flash buttons, and ringer high/low switch. It is hearing aid compatible and can easily be mounted on a desk or wall. Read more

Features

• Lighted keypad with big button design for easier dialing
• Receiver volume control, ringer switch
• Convenient mute and flash buttons
• Desk or wall mountableHearing aid compatible
• Hearing aid compatible

Features

• 13 Number Memory
• 10 Two-Touch, 3 Emergency One-Touch Buttons
• Speakerphone Volume Control
• Speakerphone LED Indicator
• Adjustable Handset Volume

Editorial Review

The Panasonic KX-TS620B is a reliable corded phone designed for users looking for a model that offers modern functionality while still providing basic usage during power outages. The KX-TS620B has a businesslike black casing, and is wall-mountable, allowing you to keep countertop space free from unnecessary clutter. The phone comes backed with a one-year limited warranty.