Editorial Review

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

Features

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

Reviews (1)

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

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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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

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

The AT&T 240 corded trimline telephone with caller ID (with subscription to local service) and three-line LCD offers 10-number speed dialing, mute, flash, redial, ringer volume control, and handset volume control -- all for a great low price. No power adapter is required for this wall mountable phone. It's a monument to simplicity and value, with all the features you need but without the extra bells and whistles. ... Read more

Features

• Comfortable and reliable Trimline design
• 12 number memory dialing
• New call indicator
• Last number redial
• 1-year warranty

Reviews (7)

Decent, but not as advertised on Amazon.com
Pros:solid construction, good feel, excellent sound quality, works with power out
FAILED AFTER5 MONTHS-AT&T WON'T HONOR THEIR OWN WARRANTY!!
It seemed like a great product until it forgot how to hang up the phone line, which happened after 5 months of occasional use.The (800) number for warranty service provides a message that "Warranty Service for this Model has been Discontinued" and refers you to the AT&T web site.Using "contact us" on the web site resulted in an email suggesting that I call the (800) number.So much for a one-year warranty, and so much for "GENUINE AT&T QUALITY".Next time I'm buying another brand.

GreatPhone
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Editorial Review

Panasonic's KX-TS3282W two-line integrated cordless phone system offers a convenient solution to small-office telephone needs. With its flexible extension numbering, built in data port, and included four-wire phone cord (two-wire cord also included), the KX-TS3282W also houses convenient business features, such as three-way conferencing, speakerphone capability, and support for an optional headset. It can expand as your needs grow, up to eight stations.Read more

Features

• 2-line corded integrated phone system, PBX compatible
• Supports caller ID with call waiting, 50 name-and-number memory
• Integrated speakerphone, 3-way conferencing
• Flexible extension numbering; data port; large 3-line LCD with clock
• Dial lock, call restriction, wall mountable

Reviews (5)

Excellent Phone
I bought this phone to replace a 10+ year old Panasonic model KX-T3175.This phone is equal in all features carried forward, and has attractive new features like built-in caller ID, intercom, and headset capabilities that make it superior.My LCD display is plenty bright, and contains more information than my previous set.

Dissapointed
The LCD display sucks. The display does not seem to have any kind of backlight. All the extension flash until you assign them a number even if you have no extensions. According to Panasonic the phone should have a backlight. This is the second phone I am going to return.

Excellent phone
We bought one of these to replace the older model KT3280 which we bought about 10 years ago. We love the built-in caller ID. Haven't tried any other phones as we are pleased with the Panasonic. ... Read more

Features

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

Reviews (3)

Skip this phone!
I was mainly looking for a corded phone with caller ID that I could have near my computer in my office (since apparently my cordless signal was messing up my DSL). Unfortunately, the caller ID was apparently the least of my problems. With this phone, I could not use my computer at the same time anyway since the cord did not reach from the telephone table immediately next to my desk (about 1.5 feet from my chair)! Not only that, but the caller ID required batteries, which I had to replace about every month. You'll be angry at the time you waste trying to rig this one for actual everyday use. Skip it! Spend a little more money and spare yourself the irritation.

Trashcan
This phone has a short and non-replaceble handset cord. It has a short and non-replaceable line cord. It lasted less than a day.
Don't bother
SHORT cord cannot be replaced, so don't bother with this phone unless you can sit RIGHT by it to chat. ... Read more

Features

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

Reviews (1)

Great Telephone For Power Outages!
I needed a newer corded telephone. I happened to be at my local Best Buy one day, and decided to give this one a try. I LOVED IT! It's now replaced by a new AT&T Cordless Telephone, but it served me well for awhile! I have the older GE Slim Line Deluxe in my garage, and I LOVE IT! I would recommend it! They still sell it! ... Read more

Features

• Supports 2 lines
• Built-in speakerphone
• Caller ID with call waiting, 50-call history
• Dataport for PC or fax connection
• On-hook headset compatible

Reviews (3)

Nice product!
It is excellent! Well designed. Works perfectly and no any problem. I am happy with it.

So so.
I was looking for a coreded phone that I could plug my standard headset into.I went to Staples to see which phones had this capability, and the Panasonic KX-TSC14B did, and at a reasonable price.Please note that I did not require a 2-line phone; it seems that all phones with a headset jack (at least at Staples) were 2-line phones.
What has happened to telephones recently?
So corded phones have now joined the ranks of junk "consumable" electronics along with hair driers and toaster ovens? In my search for a decent 2 line corded phone with caller ID, I purchased and with great disappointment returned 2 AT&T models (once the gold standard of all phones!)and finally, several months into the process, exhausted and desparate, settled on this Panasonic. Unlike the AT&Ts, all of the features work, but there is no mute, no reserve power supply (for shame!)and the LED screen is impossible to read from any angle except from directly above. I do not recommend this or any other two line phone. The situation is pathetic! ... Read more

Editorial Review

This simple, practical phone uses AT&T's classic Trimline design to fit snugly into small spaces, yet it contains the modern convenience and sturdiness you expect from AT&T. With subscription to local service, you'll be able to use the 99-station caller ID history to instantly return calls; each incoming call automatically receives a time/date stamp for easy organization. Read more

Features

• Caller ID compatible
• Speed dialing
• Lighted keypad
• Hearing aid compatible
• Wall mountable

Reviews (9)

Caller ID not working
I ordered two of these.There are other phones in the house that have caller ID working, but neither of these do.I called the support number and was told to try to remove all the other phones to see if they interfere.If that is the case am I supposed to not have the other phones?I have FIOS internet and I can see that the phone lines come through that equipment.Perhaps these phones have a compatibility issue that the others do not.

Does its Job
This phone installed easily, has good sound, caller ID is visible. hooks securely. That's about all we wanted.

Good little corded phone
Since there is now relatively few choices for a good corded phone (esp. with caller ID), this phone is tops. This phone and all other AT&T phones corded or cordless, exhibit slight feedback when talking loud or when hanging up.But no other phone out there seems to be nearly as durable.Given the other choices, this is the one to get. ... Read more

Features

• Requires broadband and Packet8 VoIP service; brings Packet8 service to your whole house
• Expandable to 10 handsets, 1 included; corded handset on base
• 5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum technology; base speakerphone
• 100-number shared caller ID/phonebook memory per handset
• Built-in router and firewall; supports connection of optional analog telephone

Reviews (4)

FLAWLESS PRODUCT & SERVICE
I've had this working in my home for about 6 months now and it works flawlessly. The setup is really easy - just plug it into your dsl/cable modem/router and the electric supply and that's all there is to it! Absolutely no complaints whatsoever. Great value for money especially now with the rebate..
vonage service has gotten better
I CHECKED THE OTHER REVIEWS (THE BAD ONE'S) AND I THINK SOME OF THEIR PROBLEM'S ARE POOR INTERNET CONNECTION'S BUT LOOKS LIKE VONAGE HAS INPROVED A LITTLE TOO. I DID HAVE A PROBLEM THE FIRST DAY ,TWO OF US HAD THE SAME NUMBER. THE SOUND IS BETTER THAN MY PHONE COMPANY.I HAVE HAD IT OVER A MONTH NOW AND I LIKE IT. WHAT I REALLY LIKE IS NO JUNK PHONES CALLS,I KNOW THE LOCAL PHONES CONPANY GIVES OUT MY PHONE NUMBER ,HEHE THEY DON'T KNOW MY NEW PHONE NUMBER AND I PLAN TO KEEP IT THAT WAY. BE CAREFULL WHO YOU GIVE YOUR PHONE NUMBER TO.

Great VoIP Phone
Perfect phone system for VoIP.Seamless operation with voicemail and other VoIP functions.Packet 8 now offers 7-digit dialing as well. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The 77519-3 from Northwest Bell offers plenty of modern telephone features and a sleek, classic design. With the addition of four AAA batteries, the three-line LCD panel conveniently displays the name, number, time, and date of up to 80 calls, if you subscribe to your phone company's caller ID service. The corded handset means you never have to worry about annoying interference, and the base is snugly at home on either wall or countertop. The one-touch redial allows you to easily get in touch with the last person you called; the flash button works handily for three-way calls or call-waiting. Northwest Bell provides a one-year warranty on parts and service. ... Read more

Features

• 80-name-and-number caller ID memory
• 3-line LCD screen
• Wall mountable
• Mute, flash, and redial buttons
• 1-year limited warranty

Reviews (7)

cheap phone
this phone has a thin plastic - bad fitting wall bracket that does not snap in place well dont buy it.
Phone might be ok, but not the bracket.
The wall bracket is thin plastic,and snaps onto the back of the phone.As you attempt to hang the phone on the wall, the slightest pressure breaks off the cheaply made bracket. Don't buy this phone, go for an ATT.

Adequate is a good description
No problems with the phone but if you're buying it for the LCD display, make sure you use the phone in a well-lit place.I got it for bedside use ... but need a flashlight to see who's calling at night.I had guessed wrong that since the phone is powered it would have have enough light ... wrong assumption.Lesson learned for all LCD products: Check whether they are backlit before buying.Read more

Features

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

Reviews (4)

Cheaply made
I bought this phone about a month ago.Unlike some of the other reviewers, I had no problem reading the caller id information.However, the phone has a very short cord and it cannot be replaced.I called GE (Thompson) and they informed me all of their corded phones are hardwired.How ridiculous is that!Cords are easily damaged, yet they cannot be replaced.It is very difficult to find a corded wall mounted phone with caller id that doesn't look hideous.

Do Not Order This Item
This phone has all of the features that you are looking for and a venerable brand name.
Will return this phone.
I thought the display was broken so I got a replacement.
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Editorial Review

The corded design of this classic phone may look old-fashioned, but you'll be glad to have it on hand in the event of a power outage. You can place the base on a convenient surface or easily mount it on the wall, saving on counter space. A 50-number phone book lets you store your most frequently called numbers, and the 20-number redial allows you to easily resume interrupted conversations. With subscription to local service, the three-line LCD screen lets you know the name and number of callers--and stores up to 50 calls in its memory, that you can return at the touch of a button. The phone is white with a gray keypad. The KX-TSC11W comes with a one-year warranty covering parts and service.Read more

Features

• Single-line corded phone for desk or wall mounting
• Caller ID compatible with 50-station memory
• 50-station phone book and 20 redial numbers
• Attractive white design with gray keypad
• Bilingual LCD menu; 1-year warranty

Editorial Review

With its striking design of big buttons, the GE 29269GE1 provides the basic applications required in a simple corded phone. A large capacity 60-number caller ID with 3-line LED/LCD combines with 12 number memory dialing for quick call-back of your most important numbers. The extra large buttons make dialing easier for those with reduced vision or flexibility. Read more

Features

• 12-number memory
• Handset/ringer volume control
• 60-name-and-number caller ID memory
• Large 3-line display
• Wall-mountable

Reviews (2)

falls off the wall
thisphone is hard to place on the wall and falls off easy.I cannot clear themessages . Howeverthe id does work.also you have todialslowly. the cord should belonger too.

disposable phone
If you want a disposable phone, then buy this one.After owning this phone for less then a year, the 3-6-9 number keys stopped working.When I contacted GE's customer service to replace or to repair the phone, because it was still under warranty, they would not.Not a good telephone, even worse customer service. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The corded design of this classic phone may look old-fashioned, but you'll be glad to have it on hand in the event of a power outage. You can place the base on a convenient surface or easily mount it on the wall, saving on counter space. A 50-number phone book lets you store your most frequently called numbers, and the 20-number redial allows you to easily resume interrupted conversations. With subscription to local service, the three-line LCD screen lets you know the name and number of callers--and stores up to 50 calls in its memory, that you can return at the touch of a button. The phone and keypad are black. The KX-TSC11B comes with a one-year warranty covering parts and service.Read more

Features

• Single-line corded phone for desk or wall mounting
• Caller ID compatible with 50-station memory
• 50-station phone book and 20 redial numbers
• Attractive black design with black keypad
• Bilingual LCD menu; 1-year warranty

Editorial Review

Sometimes, the basics will do just fine. IBM's 412CID Caller ID-readyphone certainly falls into this category. This four-line phone featureseverything you'd expect in a small-office phone, but it's strongest point is itssimplicity.Read more

Features

• 4-line phone with caller ID
• Works with phone systems using up to 12 extensions
• 2-line LCD display
• Intercom and all-system page
• Lightweight headset included for hands-free operation

Reviews (4)

Who cares if it is easy to use.
My office has five of these phones- none of them are problem free. The numbers do not work on a few of them and the sound is terrible on another.I have read through the manual which offers no valuable trouble shooting tips.I called the 1-800 help line and it has been disconnected, the website also no longer exists.
Looks good on paper, but...
I got this phone for the telephone company voice mail indicator, which other 4-line phones don't have.After about a year, the results have been quite unsatisfactory: Easy Hookup, Good Range
Does it all--except you cannot hear the party talk back to a page until they pick it up.Everything else it superb. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

A solidly crafted phone created with small businesses in mind, the AT&T 972 is an old-fashioned corded phone supplying a consistently reliable connection on up to two separate lines. The cord is the only old-fashioned feature about this model: it includes three-party conferencing, call waiting/caller ID compatibility (with subscription to local service) and external data ports that allow you to connect a fax or other office machine.Read more

Features

• Accepts up to 2 phone lines
• Caller ID with call waiting, 99-call history
• Multifunction 4-Line LCD
• Clock, timer, 7-foot coiled handset cord, 7-foot line cord
• Clearspeak speakerphone

Reviews (14)

I love AT&T products... but this one disappoints
The AT&T 972 has some nice features to talk about (nice button arrangement, easy to access incoming/outgoing calls list, programming speed dials, etc.). The big problem is that it falls seriously short in outgoing voice quality from the handset and/or the speakerphone. The incoming side seems to be fine on the handset and speakerphone, that is, you can hear them just fine. The problem is that people I call say that my voice sounds "tinny" or is "clipping" (cutting off the high frequencies) when I use the handset. Using the speakerphone, no one could understand me unless I spoke with my mouth right next to the speakerphone. Obviously, this will not work for anyone.
Nice "Human design" and features, BUT speakerphone problems
First let me say that the speakerphone produces plenty of volume, much better than most other phones I have tried. This was especially important since I often participate on nightly conference calls overseas where low receive level is often a problem.
Well Made Phone
October 12, 2005
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Editorial Review

The Casio SA-400 four-line system telephone with caller ID andspeakerphone is designed especially for small business and home office use.Compatible with loop and ordinary home run wiring, this shared-resource phoneoffers powerful and unique features not found in typical non-key system units(KSU). Supporting up to four lines per phone, Casio's SA-400 system also isexpandable up to 12 stations. This model is part of Casio's Executive Series,and can be mixed and matched with other series members to create customizedoffice solutions.Read more

Features

• Supports up to 4 lines; expands up to 12 stations
• Caller ID with call waiting; 64-number log
• Digital speakerphone
• Speed dialing for 20 names/numbers
• All-station page; supports call transfer and conference calling

Reviews (2)

poor choice
I purchased 12 of these units for my office and have had constant trouble with them. The customer service help number is worthless and don't see any option except looking for another phonesystem. The phones intercoms don't work and the sound quality is poor due to too much background noise picked up through the mouthpiece. Placing the caller on hold and transferring to another phone sometimes locks the phone line. These phones might be fine as stand alone but don't buy for multiple phone setup which they were supposedly designed for.

Look elsewhere
I bought this phone 2 years ago and I would recommend you to look elsewhere.Read more