Product Description
Corded, Big Button Speaker Phone With Caller ID, 10 Number Memory, 1 Touch Redial, Plus 3 1 Touch EmergencyNumbers, Handset&Ringer Volume Controls, Hearing Aid Compatible.
Customer Reviews:
Easy to use.......2007-12-30
Great phone, easy to use, but speaker is not very loud on the other end. You can hear pretty good, but the other caller cannot.
just what we needed.......2007-12-22
I am 46 and in need of reading glasses. The display is large and glasses are not needed for the buttons (which are actually a little oversized) or the display. Speaker option works fine.
GE Bug Button Phone.......2007-12-09
Very nice easy to operate phone, we bought 2 sure makes things a lot more easier having a good working, good sounding phone next to the chair/sofa/tv/computer room/office you spend lots of time.
big button speaker phone.......2007-11-30
My mother is 97.THe big buttons help her call out. The speaker phone allows her to talk on the phone. Serves us very well
simple well done.......2007-11-04
I like the big buttons and the caller id has large display. Easy to use. I do not know about the speed dial buttons seems to me that it is more complicated than it is worth to use. I have two of these phones and I am happy with how they work.
Product Description
DECT6.0 Exp Cordless w/ Caller ID BLACK - GE DECT 6.0 Expandable cordless system- Expandable up to 6 handsets total- Caller ID, call waiting caller ID- Handset speakerphone- Melody ringtones- Interference free- Ultra-slim, cell phone inspired design- Blue backlit extra large LCD display on handset- Blue backlit keypad- Keypad on handset only- Does not have a headset jack- Hearing aid compatible- Flash/redial/mute- 1 Year manufacturer's warranty- BlackACCESSORY HANDSET: GE-28106FE1GE28115FE1
Customer Reviews:
Cool slim phone..........2007-12-30
I wanted this one so bad when I saw one and my old (2 yrs old) Panasonic started going bad (buttons), so I got one.
Nice & cool looks.
Ok reception, works fine in the house, but quality of a sound is not as great as in my Panasonic 5.8.
Sits on the desk by my computer and if I have it charging next to my speakers I can hear interference in the computer speakers (low "humming". Also when call is coming in and handset is near speakers, it sends a buzzing sound tot he computer speakers. None of any other phones I had before did that (900, 2.8 or 5.8), just my Nokia cell.
I give it a "3" overall because of a very nice looking design.
great home phone, but display broke in a few months use.......2007-12-29
I liked this phone for it's size and that it works great without reception problems. The speakerphone is good also.
The problem I have with this phone is that after a few months use the display text became too dim to read. Now I have no caller ID or the ability to access the stored phone numbers. The warrantee requires the phone to be sent to factory and wait 4-6 weeks for return.
All style, no substance.......2007-11-13
I purchased this phone for two reasons: 1) the claim that it is interference free and 2) for it's beautiful design. When it arrived to my office, I immediately plugged it in to charge it so it would be ready to use when I got home. Once home, I plugged it in and it looked great in my living room. I then took it off its cradle and tried to make my first phone call. There was so much static that I could barely hear the dial tone even while standing right next to the base station. Because this is a DECT phone, there wasn't a way to switch channels as in other cordless phones. I tried relocating the base station to the opposite side of the house and encountered the same problem. I've since returned the phone.
Slim but effective.......2007-10-12
Have had this phone for a few months with 2 extra extensions. Like the slim design and "cool" blue light. Best feature for me is the speaker-phone which plays quite loudly and can be heard by the rest of the family w/o trouble. I also like the fact that you can assign the ringer to other family members...when the wife calls me it is the "William Tell Overture". I come in with Bach's "toccata and fugue in d". In silent mode, the phone lights up in blue only...nice in the home theater room so as not to be disruptive. All in all, sound quality is fair-good and the units diminuative size is nice...just be careful not to sit on it if left on the couch!
fashionably slim; some flaws.......2007-05-26
This phone is (for now) one of the most slender home cordless phones available. The description above measures the whole system -- the handset itself is only 5 5/8" tall, 1 11/16" wide, and... only 9/16" thick! Compared with a Panasonic handset, that's half as thick, and 3/4 as tall, or less. But you pay for compactness with less range and shorter talk times: The battery is much smaller -- this one uses a slim cell phone battery rather than the usual 3xAAA size -- and its internal antenna(s?) are less effective. Obviously you can't cradle it on your shoulder like a Panasonic, but it fits in your shirt pocket!
Because I think of this as a "fashion phone," let's compare it to the (admittedly more expensive) VTech i5871/i5808 (5.8GHz) system rather than to the Panasonic KX-TG1032(3,4)/KX-TGA101 (DECT=1.9GHz) combo. Compared to the VTech, it lacks a color display, downloadable pictures & rings, has only 12 minutes answering machine storage, and is missing a few other features. But those are minor; in core phone bugs, the GE unit has lower volume overall, has touch-tones of clipped duration (forced to be short rather than as long as the button press, which makes some menu systems tough to use), and often causes sounds to "ramp up" in volume. It's not as bad as the muting on an old half-duplex speaker phone, but still an annoying "initial attack mute". Unlike the VTech and some but not all Panasonic, the answering system base does not have a battery slot -- so the phone won't work during a power failure, unless you have a UPS. One minor difference you might like (or not) is that the "Toll Saver" answering machine feature triggers on 3 rings & 5 rings, unlike the more typical 2 & 4.
Because of its flaws, I didn't buy extra handsets, so I cannot comment on multi-handset usage. Supposedly, with multiple handsets, it does have one feature the VTech lacks, namely "baby monitor" (eavesdropping). I put this GE in the guest room, where it'll look nice and be used only occasionally, and kept the VTech handsets for the rest of the house. To gauge my pickiness in this review, it may help you to know that I will *only* use a corded Nortel 9417 2-line for my work: its fidelity, ease of use, and sturdiness rule. Ah, if only I were willing to spring for the $1200 Bang & Olufsen 2-line fashion phones...
Product Description
10-18-2007 - Brand New Item. Description - GE 28118FE1 DECT 6.0 SERIES ULTRA SLIM CORDLESS PHONE WITH CALL WAITING CALLER ID (ANSWERING SYSTEM)
Customer Reviews:
Cool slim phone..........2007-12-30
I wanted this one so bad when I saw one and my old (2 yrs old) Panasonic started going bad (buttons), so I got one.
Nice & cool looks.
Ok reception, works fine in the house, but quality of a sound is not as great as in my Panasonic 5.8.
Sits on the desk by my computer and if I have it charging next to my speakers I can hear interference in the computer speakers (low "humming". Also when call is coming in and handset is near speakers, it sends a buzzing sound tot he computer speakers. None of any other phones I had before did that (900, 2.8 or 5.8), just my Nokia cell.
I give it a "3" just for a very nice looking design.
cheap, poor quality phone.......2007-12-22
In the past I have used nicer Uniden and Vtech phone models, and got used to their good looks and quality functions. The last phone I had was a Vtech 5.8 (the chic long thin model with the color display) but it started dying on me after a year. So I decided to take a gamble with GE, a brand I've never tried, primarily because it looked cool. I got the base unit and then one expandable unit.
The phone worked OK for a while (about a month and a half). Even when it was working optimally, it was just OK, a step down in quality from the others I'd had. I like the buttons, which have an unusual rubbery surface, and the look is extremely thin and sleek, if not a bit light and flimsy feeling. But the voice quality is poor, as is the speakerphone. The speakerphone was extremely quiet, and the speaker is on the back of the phone. Thus if you are trying to type on the computer as you listen to the speaker, you will have to flip the phone on its front to hear anything--which is kind of awkward since the mic is on the front. The phone ring options were limited. Screen display is simple - it's fine, nothing special. There are certain options it doesn't have, which are kind of annoying because I was used to having them on the higher end phones -- ie. when a call comes in and you want to ignore it, there is no button to press on the handset to silence the ringer. You just have to listen to it keep on ringing.
A month or so into having the phone, the reception suddenly tanked. Although I could hear everything the other side was saying, people suddenly had trouble hearing me, getting "dropped" portions of the call almost every few seconds -- as frustrating as a cell phone in a bad reception area. I bought another DECT 6 phone, though, and it's having the same problems, so it might be the DECT 6 frequency. I'm going to go back to 5.8 and see how that works.
But either way, this phone is not thrilling and you will be slightly disappointed in its quality if you're used to nicer cordless phones. Get this if are ok with something REALLY bare bones and basic.
Ultra Slim GE DECT 6.0.......2007-11-26
I like the expandable to 6 and the very slim features. The negatives are related, somewhat. The ear volume and ringer should both be capable of being louder.
HORRIBLE!.......2007-11-15
I needed to replace my old Panasonic 5.8 GHz system due to battery issues with the 3 handsets. My requirements were pretty simple, I needed an answering machine and 3 cordless handsets to use throughout the house. I also wanted the latest technology, cool looks and solid performance. Price was not an obstacle.
I chose this GE Ultra Slim DECT 6.0 system. I purchased the base station and 2 add-on handsets. It's Ultra Slim design was definitely an eye catcher, and is one of the best looking phone systems I have seen. I REALLY wanted to like this phone. Unfortunately the phone did not perform in the most basic of its functions . . . as a PHONE! While in my Office near the base station calls were clear and uninterrupted. As soon as I left that room and wander throughout the house, the handset first became static filled, then eventually began frequently dropping portions of the conversation, rendering it almost completely useless as a cordless phone.
I returned this design and replaced it with another GE DECT 6.0 system, and experienced the exact same problems! I was leary of the DECT 6.0 technology, but decided to give the Vtech DECT 6.0 system a try (looks just as good as the GE Ultra Slim), and it performs tremendously well - better even than the Panasonic 5.8 GHz system it replaced.
CONCLUSION - Vtech DECT 6.0 works well, GE DECT 6.0 system did not in my home.
Decent phone that works.......2007-07-11
QUICK SUMMARY: My 2.4 AT&T branded was starting to drop connections to the base station. Suspecting that the 2.4GHz frequencies were overcrowded I was looking at the DECT (1.9Ghz) phones as a possible upgrade. CallerID is very important to me, as I screen alot. So a full display is critical. The GE does this nicely, with the number and CID info fully displayed. No "scrolling" displays like in other phones. There is a VIP function, so you can assign a "known" CID to an alternate ring. The only feature that I miss from the AT&T is the voice announce of the incoming CID. The answering machine is basic enough for me and is available from the phone or the base station. Visually nice to display with a minimalist design and not bulky like the other units. Voice quality was good on the phone and the speakerphone on the phone was loud enough to hear it easily a few feet away. The base unit always displays the blue "charge" light when phone is in cradle. The base unit can tell when another phone in the house is using the line and will display an "In Use" light. I plan on getting the extension unit when they become available in August'07 so I can use the baby monitor option.
PROS: Attractive slim design. CallerID display is complete and accurate. Good/Average voice quality. No noise or dropped connections. Easy to use.
CONS: Too slim if you are using phone for long periods. Speakerphone is adequate but "volume attack" is noticable at times. No speakerphone on base only on phone.
Product Description
Thomson provides a wide range of video technologies, products and services to consumers and professionals in the entertainment and media industries. Offering an array of state-of-the-art digital products and services, Thomson adds value to hundreds of millions of consumers around the world every year.
Customer Reviews:
phone review.......2007-12-21
I am pleased with this phone, though I have yet to explore any of it's features. It seems well made, but I haven't had it long enough to be able to have a sense of it's long-term value. I was a bit peeved that I had to purchase an ultra-short cord from Radio Shack in order to use the phone as a wall phone. But that's a minor issue.
Broke after 2 weeks.............2007-07-24
Phone worked great for the first 2 weeks i had it then all of a sudden one day I went to work and tried to call home. The line was busy for hours. When I got home I realized that this phone did something strange and even though it was plugged in and on the hook, it was still causing my line to be busy. I unplugged it and put it back and it tried that a few times, even put it in another jack. I even changed the batteries. I Have no idea what was wrong with it but it won't work. Like someone else wrote, there is no light on the LCD screen and the handset is too small. I'm very disappointed in the phone. I dont know if i'll ever figure out what is wrong with it. Don't buy it........
Corded Phones.......2007-04-17
GE 29385GE1 Corded Phone with Speakerphone and Call Waiting Caller ID
Phone works very well. We live in a very open and windy area and no-corded phones sparkle and crackle a lot. Volume controls could go a little higher but still a good caller-id speaker phone. I've spent more on other phones that didn't work near as well with my hearing aids.
No Backlit display on this model.......2007-03-20
Despite what the description says, the display on this model is not backlit. At least not the one I received. Even the GE product spec sheet from their own web site says backlit, but it is not. No one else commented on this, so not sure if I have a defective item or not, but I specifically bought it for the backlit display, so it's going back. I see that another GE model, 29369GE1, is backlit according to some reviewers, so I'm going to give that one a try. Rated a one for bum product info.
Good functionally but less good ergonomically.......2007-02-10
The phone functions very well, but the handset is too rounded and tapered, and worst of all is made of plastic which is far too smooth, so gripping the handset is somewhat bothersome. Also, adding a shoulder rest is absolutely necessary in order to rest it on your shoulder instead of holding it in your hand.
Product Description
With today's variety of communications options, sometimes a single line just isn't enough. For these times, a GE multi-line telephone makes the ideal switch hitter. This model includes a distinctive ring for each line, indicators to show which line is in use, electronic hold, and the complete list of standard GE phone features: multi-number memory, one-touch redial, ringer volume control and more.
Amazon.com Product Description
GE's 29460 supports two-line operation and has a data port for fax, modem, or external answering device. Dual ringers indicate the line on which a call is coming, and conferencing capabilities let you talk to two parties at the same time. The phone stores up to 50 speed-dial numbers that you can quickly access with a shuttle dial. The 99-name-and-number caller ID tracks your missed calls, displayed on the backlit four-line LCD for easy reading and quick callback.
The speakerphone frees your hands for more important tasks, and the one-touch redial button is convenient when you've just remembered something important to tell a friend after hanging up. Separate volume controls for the handset, speakerphone, and ringer let you customize the proper audio levels, and the phone is wall mountable to help save desk space. GE offers a one-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
Base unit, tilt stand/wall mount, handset, coiled handset cord, telephone line cord, printed speed-dial reference card, instructions, warranty information
Customer Reviews:
GE 2 line phone.......2007-10-29
The phone is a piece of junk.
This company shipped me 2 phones and both were defective and it was not even the same problem. Each phone had a different problem.
Company gave me a FULL Refund for the phone and the shipping, so I am happy with the service, but I would NEVER buy a GE Phone.
Okay phone but features wanting.......2007-07-12
I found the same issue as Brian, with the unrelenting blinking of the voicemail and line buttons, only mine is on line 2 (Brian, what is "power cycling?". I found the same issues as another reviewer with the other callers on a 3-way conference call not being able to hear each other. The manual is completely insufficient, as is any other help available. There is no on-line help available, and the 1-800 number gives only a very limited number of pre-recorded answers. Over all, because of the lack of information about how to use the phone's feature, I find my experience with this phone more frustrating than satisfying.
Never quite worked right........2007-06-13
- Callers frequently complained that I was inaudible due to low volume when using the handset.
- The speakerphone-mode microphone stopped working the second week I had this phone.
- Caller ID functions were not reliable (only displaying the information 1/3 calls)
I telecommute, so a good telephone is a must! I do not recommend this phone because of the audio problems.
cool phone for the $$$.......2006-08-15
I just bought one of these at a thrift shop for $6 and this is the coolest phone I have owned. It even interfaces with VONAGE voice mail. At $50 bucks this would be a good deal.
Voice Mail Light Flashes Forever.......2005-08-12
I have two lines on this phone. Line 2 voice mail light works properly. Line 1 voice mail light flashes forever, and I have to power cycle the phone several times per day to clear the flashing voice mail light on Line 1. I do not recommend this phone.
Product Description
Edge cordless phone Handset speaker phone Expandable to 4 handsets VIP ring tones Single handset
Customer Reviews:
Simple to use cordless speakerphone.......2007-10-08
I was looking for a cordless speakerphone. I was surprised at the quality of the sound The unit is sturdy and reliable. This handset is just what I needed.
Garbage.......2007-09-16
If you are looking for a good phone that isn't a good choice. Poor sound quality, you can't leave a room with the phone because you will lost the signal. Id call never works correctly, only identifies some calls.
Really a garbage.
Product Description
Corded Phone / 2-Line Operation / Caller ID & Call Waiting / 75 Station Caller ID Name & Number Memory / Speakerphone / Call Conferencing Adjustable Ringer Control Flash & Redial Data Port
Customer Reviews:
In the dark.......2007-12-07
It is very difficult to read the printing on this phone, especially in low light. If mounted on a wall slightly below eye level, it's almost impossible to read. If you buy this phone, buy a flashlight to go with it. I did not see this problem in the store since the lighting was very bright.
Design Fault Likely.......2007-11-26
I bought this model to replace a slightly earlier GE model (probably 29060) and had an immediate problem. My fax machine wouldn't work through its data port. Believing the phone was at fault I got a replacement, but the problem persisted.
My telephone service is a single line (RJ11C) which must have an in-line
DSL filter to work with the analog fax and ordinary telephone. The fax works fine when directly connected to the wall outlet but not through either line 1 or 2 on the phone. My only conclusion is that the data
port doesn't work for a single line hook up.
I called Thompson customer service about this but they were clueless.
They can only give a replacement, not a refund, which is pointless in this case.
An oldie but a goodie.......2007-11-07
Good value for the price in an old fashioned corded phone. Has nice big buttons, good sound and comfortable hand set. No unnecessary gimics.
Low Quality.......2007-09-25
If you are on line one and a call comes into line two, you have significant background noise while the second line is active. In-call volume controls are not intuitive. Overall, I am sorry I bought this phone.
Great Value.......2007-08-27
This phone is a great value for the money and works very well. I purchased 8 and changed all the phones in my house. Only draw back is receiver is a bit uncomfortable and sits poorly on the base unit. It is very easy for the phone to be off the hook.
Product Description
This RCA Telephone is perfect for a small office or the increasingly popular two telephone line home. Distinctive rings and line-in-use indicators will make you wonder how you survived without this phone! Never play the guessing game again when you answer the phone with Call-Waiting Caller ID. The display will show the name and/or number of the person calling, even if you're on the phone with another caller. Full-Performance Speakerphone provides hands-free dialing and auto-transfer to handset. The phone also includes an easy-to-read 4-Line LCD Display that will clearly display the caller's phone number or name and number, date and time of call and call sequence number. Add this RCA Telephone to your home or small office today!
Customer Reviews:
Good features.......2007-12-18
I used this phone for about 18 months and it was great until the speakerphone got a bit erractic. It is sturdy and my speakerphone was loud and clear before the problem. I ordered the same phone again, because it worked well and had all the features I need.
Works but Nothing Special.......2007-12-17
I've used this phone for more than a year and it does work. However, several issues to be aware of:
1) The speakerphone has poor acoustics for those on the other end.
2) It does have a headset jack but using a headset is not recommended. The sound is so weak the people I'm talking to complain.
3) The handset has terrible sound quality.
It does work and the speaker/ringer are loud (thought adjustable). However, the poor acoustical quality makes this phone unacceptable for a work at home professional.
Functional, with some annoyances.......2007-08-31
I purchased this phone to use for working from my home because it has two lines and speakerphone with a MUTE key. Surprisingly, I couldn't find many other phones that had the speakerphone and the MUTE key, so I'm somewhat stuck with this one.
It works. However, the sound is low and I'm often turning the volume all the way up to either hear the other party or for them to hear me. I'm not currently using a headset though I will start and I hope the sound problems don't get worse over the headset.
Also, I've noticed that there is no immediate disconnect when hanging up my phone which makes it VERY irritating when I'm getting another call right after hanging up. I can't answer, or it flips over to my 2nd line which is hooked up to my modem and I get an annoying recording from my modem in my ear when picking up the line. I've had to miss calls coming in on the first line because the phone doesn't hang up soon enough for me to pick up the call. If one of the $20 analog phones had a mute key, I'd be dumping this one.
Okay, not great.......2007-08-12
This phone is the second of two replacements for my last two duds, both of which lasted less than two years.
The ring tone is very antiseptic, and can't be changed. The volume is too low, and the keypad buttons seem flimsy.
But it's practically impossible to find a decent desk speaker-phone, and several other brands have done very badly by me, so I'm keeping this one for now.
If as and when serious problems develop, I'll update this review, but for now, the phone, though not perfect, will have to do.
Great phone for the price.......2007-07-25
I too don't understand why the poor reviews. I have been using this phone for two years now and it has great fidelity and convenient features. The reviewer who mentioned the drop outs on the speakerphone: I noticed that too, but it's background ambiant noise that causes it. When I'm using the speaker phone I also use the mute button for listening and then unmute if I need to talk.
I'm buying my second one as an entire cup of coffee just jumped out of my cup this morning and saturated the bottom of the phone, deactivating all the bottom buttons.
So word to the wise: Do not spill coffee on this phone!
Product Description
White - Basic Phone
Customer Reviews:
Inexpensive and works well.......2007-09-14
It is excellent for what it claims to be. It was inexpensive and works perfectly. It is flimsy though, light weight plastic and the ear phone piece comes off easily accidentally.
A decent item for the price.......2007-07-08
I bought this answering machine to replace my faithful old Panasonic cassette machine, which finally expired after 18 years. I found the directions easy enough to follow and the machine works well. The only only downside I've seen so far is that the handset is much too vulnerable to whooshing sounds if you make the mistake of breathing near the mouthpiece. I'm thinking of putting one of those foam covers on it that they use on microphones. Aside from that, no problems and I'd recommend it.
I Haven't Had Any Problems With GE Phone.......2007-07-03
I've had my GE Corded phone for several months now, and it is still working fine. I was surprised to read all of the negative reviews. I'm glad that I had purchased mine before reading the reviews. I keep my pnone on my desk, and all that I can say is that everything on it works perfect.
don't buy.......2007-06-27
We bought this corded phone (model: 29897GE2-A, date code: 6538KT) after having reliability issues with cheap cordless phones. The phone works, but the digital answering system is worthless. The system had worked fine for a few months, as far as we could tell. Now when someone calls, either they get "message box full" (despite there being *no* messages) or the unit resets and they get hung up on.
We've since removed the power, reducing the unit to a regular phone.
don't buy this phone.......2007-06-08
I bought this phone, model number 29897GE2-A, you don't want to. 1) The phone just goes into a mode where the phone says the message box is full, but there are no messages in it. My friends keep having to tell me they could not leave a message because of this. 2) the phone does not have a internal battery for power drops, so every thime the power goes out all the programming is lost. 3) I have and the phone does not get the time from the phone line, It just blinks 12:00. This items gets 1 star because there isn't a zero star option.
Product Description
Edge cordless phone with digital answerer Handset speaker phone Expandable to 4 handsets VIP ring tones Do not disturb feature Single handset
Customer Reviews:
Didn't work for me.......2007-12-11
I liked the look and features on this phone-but it was made cheaply and never worked right for me. It would malfunction and not ring, just go straight to message. It disconnected when I was talking. Had to return it.
Good Phone.......2007-09-18
All in all this GE phone gives Uniden and other popular phones a run for their money. I needed a cordless phone with answerer and speakerphone in the handset and wanted to keep the price low. This GE did all those things and has 5.8 GHZ technology besides. Only con I could find with the phone is the speakerphone is not as loud as I would like, otherwise this GE is a bargain.
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