Uniden DECT 1080-2 DECT6.0 Expandable Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System, Call Waiting/Caller Id, and Extra Handset and Charger Review

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(More customer reviews)I had a Uniden 2.4 system which was becoming more and more burdensome as we added wireless products. It finally got to the point that every phone call had bad noise so I went searching for a system that would be clear as a bell. I was going to buy a uniden 5.8 tru when I saw this one that claimed it was interference free, since my main objective was this, I bought this system instead, the results have been crystal clear static free calls. Its wonderful.
The pros: No interfence; very small handset, 100 number phonebook, hands free on every phone.
The cons: Made for British market, answering machine voice is lovely English fenale voice, only has a 24-hour clock (no am/pm)and date is day first month second, no charging light on base or phone.


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The DECT 1080-2 with extra handset utlizes the newly ratified DECT 6.0 frequency band, this phone provides the clearest voice reception available and can easily be used with Wireless Home Networking (WLAN) systems without negative impact. This phone offers state-of-the-art technology that provides brilliant sound and maximum voice security without interference from other wireless devices.

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Panasonic KX-TGA575S-Silver USB Skype Adapter for Panasonic KX-TG5700 Series Cordless Telephones Review

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(More customer reviews)I would rate this product as excellent even I had to do some troubleshooting.
Here is a problem I had: when I connected the USB device, installed the software, registered with base, etc. I did not hear audio on a Panasonic phone. The reason was that Panasonic USB Audio was not listed in Playback devices. After some time I found it conflicted with Logitech USB webcam (in your case it could be other USB device Panasonic is conflicting with). So the solution is to disconnect USB webcam or another usb device before plugging in Panasonic USB (or in device manager uninstall USB Audio for Panasonic, unplug webcam, search for hardware change and install Panasonic USB Audio, plug webcam back)
The only other minor thing which I don't like is that I can't log off/login from Skype using the phone, so when I don't want to receive Skype calls (obviously at night) I need to step down to my basement and turn Skype off on my computer.
Tip: set Skype AUDIO IN/OUT to Panasonic, but leave default audio device to your computer audio system and you can use it simultaneously.

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Item #: KX-TGA575S.
5.8GHz USB Adapter for Skype
Panasonic accessory 5.8GHz USB telephone adapter for Skype
For use with KX-TG5761/5766/5771/5776/5777
Must install Skype software to computer and register this unit with base unit before Skype feature can be used
To use Skype, the USB adaptor KX-TGA575S must be connected to a computer which is active and connected to the Internet using broadband connection
For more information on Skype, visit: www.skype.com
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Philips VOIP 321 Skype Dual Phone Single Handset ( VOIP3211G/37 ) Review

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(More customer reviews)Great sound quality and even better range this phone works much better than I imagined. The phone has a feel of quality. I agree with the comments made by grn4jd and I should add that grn4jd's comments made me realize how to dial directly from the handset. The fault that people are making about dialing directly is because of the bad documentation, also Philips tech support is not great about how to configure the phone not to disable the computer speakers. I actually found the fix to this at Philips online Knowledge base. I won't go in the details but it has something to do with going into Control Panel>Sounds and also you need to go into Skype>tools>options>sound devices and choose "Audio in, Audio out & Windows default device" then reboot. As far as dialing out directly from the phone, it's simple, dial the prefix 001 then the 10 digit number then press the red Skype button. The only thing wrong with this phone is that the computer needs to be on for it to run Skype and there are phones out there than run independent of the computer but their not for me because they make Skype the default connection over the landline phone.
EDIT: I am editing my review to add a comment. The reviews of this phone are interesting, this phone seems to get either 5 stars or 1 star and I chalk that up to people figuring out how to dial directly out and also to those that didn't figure out how to fix any conflict with the phone and sound cards. Definitely this phone easily dials out using Skype directly. I posted my solution to dial the prefix 001 and the reviewer Matt B. posted another solution that looks even easier than my solution. Also with some aggravation, I believe the sound card conflict can always be solved. The solution lies within ControlPanel>Sounds and the Skype Toolbar.

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Philips VOIP3211G/37 DECT 6.0 VOIP PHONE SYSTEM (1-PHONE BUNDLE) 1-PHONE BUNDLE; MAKES & RECEIVES SKYPE VOIP CALLS; MAKES INTERNET OR STANDARD PHONE CALLS; 50-CONTACT ADDRESS BOOK; AMBER DISPLAY & BACKLIGHTING; SPEAKERPHONE; UP TO 100-HOUR STANDBY TIME & 10-HOUR TALK TIME; ACCESS TO YOUR SKYPE CONTACT LIST FROM ANYWHERE IN THE HOME; CALL MANAGEMENT FEATURES INCLUDE CALL WAITING CALLER ID, CALL ON HOLD, MESSAGE WAITING & CALL TRANSFER;HANDSET KEYS INCLUDE LINE, DIALING KEYPAD, PHONEBOOK, CALL LOG, REDIAL, SKYPE & LOUDSPEAKER;AMBER BACKLIT;10-CALLS REDIAL LIST CAPACITY;10 MELODY RINGERS WITH LANDLINE OR INTERNET CALL DISTINCTION

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NETGEAR Dual Mode Cordless Phone with Skype(SPH200D) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using this phone for little over two months and really like it. Before, I couldn't warm up to using Skype because I didn't want to be tied to my computer. Now with this phone I'm using it now for all of my outgoing (SkypeOut) calls. My long distance bill has fallen to zero and I've reduced the number of cell minutes as well.
There is practically no setup. I just plugged the base unit into my router, and it connected automatically to my network. I did have to punch in my Skype name and password on the numeric keypad, but it turns out that I could have done that easily through a web browser - the base unit has a configuration page similar to other Netgear routers. Once my name and password were in, I could start calling.
The phone displays all of the contacts that you have previously set up with Skype. In fact, I recommend using Skype on your computer to do all of the setup - it's just easier that way. The phone even shows the amount of Skype credits that I have.
The voice quality is great, but there is a slight delay - similar to what you get when your overseas call is routed through a satellite. I like the fact that the phone comes with a standard 1/8-inch headset jack - I use a headset for most of my calls.
As far as wireless range, I've been able to range throughout my house with no discernable dropouts. It's seems to get better range than my 2.4GHz cordless phone and my WIFI.
So the bottom line is: I'm happy with this phone, happy that it's Skype, and I plan to keep using it.

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Your internet connection can easily become a phone line, allowing you to make free, or very cheap, calls worldwide. The Netgear SPH-200D Cordless Phone with Skype takes all the hassle out of the process. You don't need to install any software, or even turn on your PC. All you have to do is plug the Cordless Base Station into your internet router and start using Skype's worldwide internet phone service to talk to your friends and relations wherever they may roam. And if that's not enough, the SPH-200D also replaces your land line phone. Just plug the base station into any active phone jack and it becomes a traditional cordless phone as well.
Three Phones in OneThere are three ways to use the SPH-200D. For no cost at all you can make Skype-to-Skype calls anywhere in the world. Skype software is pre-loaded on the phone, so you can start calling any other Skype users at their computers or at similar Skype phones right out of the box. An intuitive on-screen menu lets you see which Skype friends are online and available to call. Push a button and you're making a free domestic or international call.
Your second option costs only pennies per minute and includes no monthly fees. With SkypeOut you buy phone time in advance, then use the internet to make calls to cell or land line phones all over the world. You can also get a SkypeIn account for a small fee, which gives you an internet phone number, allowing friends to call you from any phone, anywhere, anytime. With the SPH-200D you can do all of this without fooling with software or plugging headsets into your PC. It's all there in the palm of your hand.
And of course the SPH-200D is also a traditional cordless phone. With the latest cordless technology, DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications), the handset delivers incredible range, clear voice quality, and a full menu of digital features. You can even add up to three additional handsets, which allows you to replace all the old-fashioned phones in your home with one that truly belongs in the 21st century.
What's in the BoxCordless phone with Skype, rechargeable battery, cordless base station, power adapters for the charging cradle and base station, setup guide, and warranty card.
For calls made through Skype and/or the SkypeOut service. Terms and conditions of the Skype services are subject to change at any time in the sole discretion of Skype Limited

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Xlink-cell Bluetooth Gateway Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a very cool device! We did away with our home phone system last year because we so seldom used it, and started using cell phones exclusively. The problem with this is that signal strength on the first floor of our house is weak, and of course that you need to have your cell phone with you or go chasing after it when it rings. Enter the XLink. I installed it upstairs where line-of-sight to the closest cell tower is much improved adding a couple of bars on the signal strength meter. It links to my phone, my wife's and/or my daughter's quickly and reliably at the touch of a button (and unlinks just as easily when leaving the house and taking the cell phone along). I disconnected the line coming in from the street and connected the XLink to my phone distribution system. We now have six phones throughout the house, all connnected to whatever cell phone(s) we link.
It's a little slower responding when dialing calls, but just a few seconds. The only issue I have with it, although it might actually be the cell phone's bluetooth implementation, is that if a call comes in that I miss (or if a voicemail or message arrives), the phone won't allow dialing out until the cell phone's display is cleared or acknowledged. So if you step outside and miss a call, and then try to make a call later, it won't work. I soon figured out that when this happens, I just need to pick up my cell phone and clear the screen. Once done, all is back to normal. A little annoying, but it's also a way of knowing you have a message or missed a call, which isn't a bad thing. One option that solves the missed call issue is to use a normal answering machine anywhere on the line that picks up before the cell phone voicemail kicks in (contrary to an earlier review, this works great).
It worked great right out of the box, no issues, no software uploads necessary. It connects to my cell phone from 25 or 30 feet away, even through the floor. Of course, I set my phone right next to it when I come home, press the connect button and three seconds later I'm connected, so there's no issue with range anyway. The sound quality is every bit as good as the cell phone -- maybe even a little better with the bigger speaker/earpiece in our GE wireless home phones, and I've noticed no delay or latency when having a conversation. I tested a few spots upstairs and found the place where cell calls are most reliable and cleanest sounding, and that's where I located the XLink. It's about as close to a land line as you can get.
This little box is exactly what I was looking for, is completely reliable, gives me any quantity of phones thoughout the house that I care to connect, and saves $35 a month on a land line. I work with electronics every day having been an engineer for more years than I'd care to admit, and I've been very happy with this little device for the six months I've owned it. Highly recommended!

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Use your home phone as your cell phoneWireless connection from a Bluetoothenabled cellular phone to a standard desktop phoneUtilize the service features of a cellular phone with the convenience of a full-sized handsetDisplays caller ID number from the cellular phone on the home phone's LCD (with supported caller ID service and phone)Connect directly to any standard telephone using built-in RJ11 jack no external cables or modules requiredIntegrated echo cancellation for optimal call quality Call waiting speed dialing and voice dialing feature with supported cellular phone Built-in USB 2.0 port link to PC for FirmWareupgrades (USB cable not included)Pairs up to 3 cellular phones at once and suitable for VoIP applicationsCannot be used in conjunction with your home telephone service 1-touch independent disconnect buttons for each line Compliant with Bluetoothv1.1 v1.2 and v2.0 devices Includes power adapter and vertical stand

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