The phone works in accordance with the multi-award-winning trueCall blocking technology and allows you to block up to 1000 unwanted contacts with the simple press of a button.
The handset display can't fit all numbers on a single line.
The BT 4600 is a functional set of cordless telephones with a communication range of up to 300 m and high autonomy. The model makes it possible to speak on a speakerphone, increase the volume of data transmission with one button and even record conversations in real-time.
Up to 300 metres
200 entries
2.54 cm full graphic dot-matrix display with amber backlight
Amplify button, One touch Nuisance Call blocking button, trueCall blocking technology, Up to 60 minutes answering machine, Live conversation recording time, Visual voicemail
Up to 16 hours of talk time and 180 hours of standby time
1 x base unit, 1 x charger or more (depending on the pack size you go for), Power plugs for any extra handsets, 1 x telephone line cord, 1 x handset or more (depending on the pack size you go for), Rechargeable batteries (already fitted in the handsets)
1 year
The phone has a stylish yet strict design. The intelligent built-in eco mode reduces power consumption, therefore saving the environment and your money. The night mode turns off calls during a certain period of time.
A small working range away from the base.
With a smart blocker that will protect your loved ones from annoying spam and scammers, a large screen, and multiple functions, the Panasonic KX-TGC312EB is one of the best options for both home and small business.
Up to 25 metres
50 entries
4 cm illuminated LCD monochrome display
Eco mode, Night mode, Nuisance call block, Hands-free speakerphone on handset, Caller-ID
Up to 12 hours of talk time
2 x handsets, 1 x base unit, 4 x AA batteries, 1 x power supply
1 year
The phone automatically shares contacts between handsets. The redialling feature saves the last 20 calls, so you will be able to easily redial any one of them without having to scroll through your contact list or trying to find the right number any other way. Each of the headsets will allow you to adjust volume.
Doesn't last as long as other models in the standby mode.
The BT 90662 is a reasonably priced cordless telephone that isn't bloated with a variety of questionable functions. It's a basic model that gives you everything you need - a dependable signal with great sound quality, a great addition to the often unreliable smartphone.
Up to 50 metres
50 entries
4 cm illuminated LCD monochrome screen
Nuisance Call Block, Do Not Disturb, Redialing feature (20 last numbers)
10 hours of talk time and 150 hours of standby time
1 x base unit with a charger, 1 x additional charger, 2 x handsets, 2 x rechargeable batteries, 2 x mains power adaptors, 1 x telephone line cord, 1 x quick-start guide
1 year
The set comes with one handset, but you can always buy up to 6 of the exact same handsets to expand the network and distribute telephones to all rooms in the house.
Glossy black finish attracts fingerprints.
The Panasonic KX-TG2721EB has a comfortable keyboard, can record up to 18 minutes of voice messages and does not require a complex setup process. The Alarm Clock is a very practical feature that will help you wake up at a specific time, once or daily.
Up to 50 metres
50 entries
3.55 cm monochrome LCD screen with amber backlight
Answering system up to 18 minutes, Caller-ID, 10 redial numbers, Alarm clock, Speakerphone, Eco Mode
Up to 20 hours of talk time and 170 hours of standby time
1 x handset, 1 x base unit, 2 x AAA batteries, 1 x power supply
1 year
A reliable DECT desk phone with a large graphic display, backlight, and many additional features. It has the long talk and standby time thanks to the energy-saving power supply.
Poor compatibility with modern devices.
If you're looking for a classic phone or a gift for the elderly, the Gigaset A270A will prove to be the best choice. The phone is compatible with hearing aids and boasts an easy (plug-n-play) installation.
Up to 50 metres indoors, Up to 300 metres outdoors
80 entries
3.61 cm monochrome LCD screen
Hands-free talking, "Do not disturb" button, Answering machine with up to 25 minutes of recording time, Display of Caller-ID
Up to 18 hours of talk time and 200 hours of standby time
1 x handset, 1 x base unit, 2 x AA batteries, 1 x power supply, 1 x telephone line cord
2 years
Home Communications Kit
Despite the prevalence of mobile phones, there is still a big benefit to having a full home phone set in the house. For one, it helps give you a secondary phone number that can be used in case of emergencies, and also, with the way many of these phone systems are set up now, you can basically have your own home intercom system. This is exactly what you get with the BT 4600 Cordless Home Phone with Answer Machine. This phone set gives you the ultimate home communications package by allowing multiple handsets to work together to give you full communications throughout the house.
To go over the basics first, the BT 4600 is a functional set of cordless telephones with a communication range of up to 300 m away from the base unit. This allows you to basically roam anywhere throughout the house with a handset without having to be tied to a specific area while you are on the phone, with an increased range beyond that of many other cordless phone models. On top of that, this model makes it possible to speak on a speakerphone, increase the volume with just the touch of a button, and even record conversations in real-time. In essence, you get a highly sophisticated home communications package with virtually no restrictions.
Enhanced Call Blocking
Unfortunately, one thing that still plagues many people with home phones is the fact that unwanted calls often still come through. With this cordless phone kit, though, you have some powerful tools for blocking unwanted calls and helping to keep your home phone from becoming a nuisance. The phone works in accordance with the multi-award-winning trueCall blocking technology, which allows you to block up to 1000 unwanted contacts with the simple press of a button. In addition to blocking specific numbers, the phone also lets you choose to block calls based on type, such as those coming from an unlisted number. By using this phone set, you can cut down on the number of unwanted calls by a huge amount.
This phone set has much more to offer along with the above features. The phones themselves have a comfortable shape to them that makes them easy to hold without causing hand fatigue, and the buttons on each phone are large and clearly labelled to help prevent accidentally hitting the wrong number. The base unit includes a built-in answering machine that can record up to 60 minutes of messages, and there is even a built-in directory that lets you store up to 200 contacts for easy dialling. All told, this cordless phone system provides you with a highly capable home communications system that leaves virtually nothing out from its set of features.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | £63.00 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B01CP2DS5O |
Your Call Assistant
Looking to buy a cordless phone for working from home or private calls? The Panasonic KX-TGC312EB digital model combines the modern tech with the simplicity of older phone generations. It’s reliable, user-centric, and covers most – if not all – of your communication needs.
To start with, if you’re plagued by the annoying telemarketers, this phone offers a nice call blocker. You can blacklist a certain number, or a number of them (pun intended). While this feature can’t limit calls to your contacts only, you are still well-armed against intruders. Simply add the unwanted number to the blocking list, and you’re good.
As for the phone book, it can accommodate as many as 50 names and numbers. Good for small business owners – or outgoing people, it lets you keep the most important contacts in the phone’s memory. No endless typing of long numbers, no frustration. This user-centric model really meets your needs.
Planning to buy this phone for an older relative? Great news: it comes with handy buttons and a 1.6-inch amber LCD screen. The latter can be read at a glance and shows the basic info about the calls.
Save Up Big Time
Worried about your energy bills? The Panasonic helps you save up with a smart integrated Eco mode. Pay less and spend your money on something much more fun than electricity. If yours is a sustainable home, all the better; the less power you consume, the more eco-friendly your household becomes.
But that’s not all; if you need a good night’s sleep without the calls from other time zones, this phone is ready to help. Silence it during a pre-set period, and no distant member of the family will wake you up ever again.
Does this phone have good sound quality? The short answer is, yes. The sound is sufficiently loud and clear, and the person on the other end of the line will also hear you well. This will definitely be a pro for the elderly customers.
Now to the range of this cordless phone. While smaller to medium flats are perfectly all right, the larger ones may be a problem, as this phone is better off being closer to the base. In other words, the nearer you are to it, the better the connection.
All in all, this cordless phone by Panasonic is nearly everything you’d want from one: quality sound, multiple functions, and simplicity in use.
| Last updated price | $0.00 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B00XZGAQ1E |
Convenience at Home
You don't get home telephone systems for their features. Though they're often a nice bonus, these kinds of phones can't compete with their "smart" counterparts in this category. You get them because they're more reliable and offer far better sound quality. And that's exactly what you'll get with the BT 90662.
What we're dealing with here is a pretty basic set of twin cordless phones. The product doesn't necessarily bring anything new to the table but all of the truly important and necessary functions are there.
The 50-entry contact list will prove to be more than enough for your average user since many people these days do not have a landline and you'll seldom want to call their mobile phones via your home telephone. Plus, it automatically shares contacts between handsets, so you won't have to switch between handsets every time you need to access the contact list.
Even the least impressive home phones these days come equipped with some variation of the Nuisance Call Block feature. This one here will allow you to block up to 20 people that you don't feel inclined to talk to. The same goes for the Do Not Disturb mode. You can turn it on for as long as you'd like and nobody will bother you with their calls.
A Reliable Signal
We did say that the phone is basic earlier but it doesn't mean that it doesn't have its moments. One thing we really like about it is the redialling feature that saves 20 last calls, so you will be able to easily redial any one of them without having to scroll through your contact list or trying to find the right number any other way.
Of course, it has its flaws too. For example, the model trails behind when it comes to battery life. It will give you about 10 hours of talk time and around 150 hours of standby time. Which isn't really that bad but there are plenty of other phones in this price range that boast a bit more than that.
But, for the most part, there isn't much to complain about here. The sound quality here is definitely up to par. It rivals some of the more expensive landlines and easily beats any mobile phone. Each of the headsets will allow you to adjust volume.
The backlit screen may not seem like much in particular but it displays when you have messages or when you have a second call waiting, which is really convenient.
The range of the phone does not disappoint either. You'll be able to walk away 50 metres from the charger and the signal will remain strong and stable.
To rephrase our earlier point, the BT 90662 is a reasonably priced cordless telephone that isn't bloated with a variety of questionable functions. It's a basic model that gives you everything you need - a dependable signal with great sound quality, a great addition to the often unreliable smartphone.
| Last updated price | £34.99 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B0787CN4Y6 |
Single Handset
Not everyone needs a multi-unit phone system for their homes. This is especially true for those who may live in a small apartment and just need a single handset to use. Others may want the ability to start with just one unit but add more in the future if they find they need them. If either of these descriptions fits your needs in a cordless phone for your home, then you should take a look at the Panasonic KX-TG2721EB Cordless Telephone with Answer Machine.
This home phone has a similar set of features to the other models on this list, but it also has a few aces up its sleeve that make it worth considering over some other units. First of all, you get a built-in answering machine that can record 18 minutes worth of messages, along with easy controls on the base that let you fast forward, rewind, skip, or delete saved messages. You also get a built-in phonebook that can store up to 50 names and numbers, giving you the ability to find someone's number and call them in an easy manner. In addition to that, the unit features caller ID and can store the last 10 numbers that you received calls from, letting you dial someone back instantly without having to manually dial the number. These are all pretty standard but powerful features that add to the ease of use of the phone.
Fully Expandable
Where this unit really shines above many of its competitors, though, is in the ability that it gives you to expand your home phone system should you find the need to do so. If you find that you need more than a single handset, all you need to do is purchase another identical unit. You can connect up to 6 individual handsets together to provide coverage over your entire home, letting you put a phone in every room if you so desire. Furthermore, the process of adding additional units is quite easy, so there won't be any kind of a complex setup procedure to expand your phone system.
The handset itself is actually among the nicer units that you'll find. The casing of the unit is a sleek, glossy back that looks modern, although the finish does tend to attract fingerprints. The handset will fit nicely in anyone's hand and is a joy to use, featuring large easy to press buttons as well as a backlit LCD screen that you can use for checking the caller ID or navigating the phone book. The phone provides clear sound quality, and the speakerphone feature can be activated with the simple press of a button. If you need a phone system that you can easily expand later on, then this cordless phone from Panasonic is just what you need.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | $0.00 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B00C67QFZ4 |
A Versatile Device
If you need a reliable cordless phone for your home, why not try the Gigaset model? This DECT landline phone is customer-friendly, simple, and comes with many useful features.
Let’s start with the design of this unit. The Gigaset is equipped with handy buttons and a large illuminated display. Convenient for any age, it gives you the important info at a glance – and doesn’t make you dial the number twice. Older users will appreciate how simple yet functional this cordless phone is.
Moving on to the features; this unit lets you talk hands-free and has the “Do not disturb” button if you’re busy with something extra important. The answering machine is great when you’re vacationing – or when you don’t want the annoying telemarketers to reach you. Yes, there is no call blocking function, which could be something to add in the next issue. (Gigaset, take notes.)
As for the phone book, you can make up to 80 entries in the memory. Running a small business from home? This should be quite enough to cover your primary needs. No excessive number typing, and your friends and family will fit there as well.
User-Centric to a ‘T’
The Gigaset phone is eco-friendly and a good choice for sustainable households. It has the long talk/standby time (18/200 hours) thanks to the economical power supply. Spend less on electricity and help protect our beautiful planet by getting this product.
The phone is ready to be used right outside the box. Unlike a modern smartphone, it doesn’t require any setup or instalments. All you have to do is plug it in – and start talking! Perfect for older customers that are not technically savvy and don’t want a learning curve.
What’s more, the Gigaset can be paired up with hearing aids. If you’re buying this phone for your parents, they won’t have trouble taking or making their calls.
Lastly, the sound quality for this phone is solid even on the loudspeaker. Enjoy the crisp and clean sound – and know that you’re being heard on the other end of the line. Talk as much as you want; this small and lightweight unit won’t overstrain your hand.
Summing up, the cordless phone by Gigaset is your basic and reliable calling station. Get one for your home-based enterprise or make it a nice holiday gift to an older relative.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | $0.00 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B08531DXTG |
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What Is a Cordless Telephone?
Now, unless you are a time traveller from the Renaissance era or the Age of Discovery, you probably don't need an explanation on what a telephone is. These devices have managed to become one of the most common household items ever since their invention in the latter half of the 19th century. A regular home phone used to have a wireless connection but has since been replaced with a cordless counterpart.
Of course, a cordless telephone offers a variety of advantages over his older, wired brother, one of the most important of which has got to be its mobility. No longer do you have to deal with the nuisance of a cable constantly getting in the way or the inconvenience of being stuck to a predetermined location and being unable to move for the entire duration of the call.
And sure, with the introduction of a mobile phone, some have started to lose their faith in a landline, but a cordless phone offers a variety of seemingly inconspicuous advantages that we're going to delve into later in this review.
What Features to Compare
Optimal Range
Naturally, the obvious and fundamental advantage of a cordless phone over a wired one lies in the mobility the latter one provides. With this kind of phone, you're longer tied to the base station for the entire duration of the call and are free to roam around the house. How free, however, will be determined by the optimal range of your device. Different models work in a different frequency range. The higher the frequency is, the higher the range will be. Your average modern cordless telephone generally offers a frequency of somewhere around 1900 MHz and that is going to provide you with an optimal range of somewhere around forty to forty-five metres. Of course, any possible interference may distort the signal, so try to be wary of the closed quarters with an overabundance of objects getting in the way.
Package Contents
Another thing to consider when looking for a cordless phone is the contents of the package that comes with it. Virtually every cordless phone comes with a base station, a charger, and a telephone line cord. Some of them include a multitude of handsets if you're living in a large house with plenty of people in it. In that case, you should confirm the number of power supplies and whether the batteries required for those handsets come with the package.
Features and Functions
One of the most important aspects of a cordless phone lies in its features and functions. Aside from the obvious ability to make a phone call from a variable distance of your base station, different models may or may not provide some of the following features:
- Caller ID - a function that allows the user to establish the identity of the caller before even lifting the handset.
- Digital Answering Machine - records the incoming calls, generally up to an hour, along with notifying the caller that the respondent is not in a position to answer the call at the moment.
- Do Not Disturb - an option that allows setting a specific period of time during which the phone won't ring unless the person calling has been added to a particular group.
- Nuisance Call Block or Blacklist - a function that provides the user with the ability to restrain a single caller or a chain of numbers from being able to call you at any given time.
- Noise Reduction - a feature that allows you to block all of the unnecessary incoming and outcoming noise resulting in a much clearer sound quality.
Battery Life
The last but not least element to consider when buying a cordless phone has got to be its battery life. The cordless handset that allows you to operate your phone wirelessly around the house always works of batteries and if you're the kind of person that loves talking for hours, you might want to look into a phone that supports a longer battery life.
Did you know?
When the first telephone was invented and how people used to communicate before this invention.
Ever since its invention in 1876 by a Scottish immigrant Alexander Graham Bell, the telephone has become the primary mean of communication all over the world. Of course, in hindsight, the device's rapid growth in popularity doesn't seem particularly surprising. Before this invention, the only way of communicating over a considerable distance that was available to people was the written word and the aid of different kinds of delivery services in order to, well, deliver those written messages.
While that kind of method had an advantage or two, ultimately it was far too slow and unreliable. Your letter could always get lost somewhere or delivered too late in order to remain a relevant source of information. Not to mention the fact that you always had to rely on the person responsible for delivering your letters not to invade your privacy and take a peek inside. Compared to that, a phone didn't just provide an opportunity to deliver messages at a previously unimaginable speed, but it also implemented an ability to take to a person in real time.
A cordless phone vs. a smartphone
Now, as we all know, with the rise in popularity of mobile phones, especially in the form of smartphones recently, the necessity and popularity of a regular phone managed to decline over the past few years. Some are even going so far as disconnecting their home phones entirely and relying solely on their mobile phones in order to communicate with the loved ones and stay in touch with the world.
But why is that? Has a regular phone become such an obsolete piece of technology that it's now time to bury it along with the pagers and the typewriters? Well, in order to do that, first we're going to have to figure out the differences in which they operate. A regular home telephone has a wired connection that connects it to the telecommunication network and transmits the signal using a network of cables, all of which are either buried or suspended along the poles. A mobile phone, also known as a cell phone, uses radio waves in order to transmit calls. Your mobile device gets access to a cellular network through your mobile phone operator.
Of course, this kind of system grants you almost unlimited mobility since you're not connected to the wire the same way even a cordless phone's base station is, but you have to remember that you have to be able to connect to your provider's network. If you happen to be located in an area where your provider's reception leaves a lot to be desired, you may fall victim towards dropped calls or even get no service whatsoever. That, along with a few other reasons, is why we think the time to permanently disconnect your landline hasn't come yet and a cordless landline phone still remains a necessary tool and a great acquisition.
FAQ:
Q: Why should I get a cordless phone instead of a wired one?
A: Of course, one of the main advantages of a cordless phone over a regular has got to be its mobility. Your average cordless phone has a range of about 45 metres thus allowing you to walk around the house and even leaving your home in favour of having a nice old chat while roaming around your backyard or your apartment building. Obviously, not having to constantly worry about the wire getting in the way provides a certain amount of comfort on top of it all as well.
Q: What are some of the disadvantages of a home phone?
A: Although a regular wired phone is an overall inferior technology to his younger, cordless brother, that doesn't mean that the latter doesn't have any drawbacks to it. A cordless phone requires batteries in order to use it so you're always going to have to worry about charging those batteries or buying a set of new ones. Furthermore, a wired phone usually boasts better reception than your average cordless one.
Q: What are the advantages of a cordless phone compared to a mobile one?
A: While a mobile phone may seem like a much better alternative to a regular phone if you don't delve too much into details, it does have an array of disadvantages compared to a regular phone, be it cordless or wired. The first one is the reliability of reception. While people behind the mobile phone industry have implemented drastic improvements to their services over the past few years, a regular landline still tends to beat his mobile counterpart when it comes to reliable connection and clear reception. Furthermore, your average cordless home phone boasts a much better sound quality which can be important if you suffer from hearing loss, your household is noisy, or you spend a lot of time on the phone, especially in a home office.
On top of that, due to the design of the typical smartphone, your regular home phone offers a much more comfortable structure allowing to you place it between your ear and your shoulder and have both of your arms free to engage in whatever kind of activity you want. Last but not least, since the information is transmitted using a fixed medium, regular home phones are more secure than their mobile counterparts. Special equipment can easily intercept mobile phone conversations, given that they are transmitted with no restrictions through the air via radio waves. However, if you wish to intercept landline's communications, you'd need a specific bugging device that would have to be physically placed in the phones or the phone wires.
Q: How many simultaneous phone calls can I make from/to my cordless telephone?
A: That number is based on the total number of connections you have in your phone system to the base station. Some base stations allow for multiple cordless devices; however, how many physical connections indicate how many concurrent calls you can make or take.
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