Uniden TRU8888 5.8 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Phone with Corded Base, Dual Keypads, and Answering System (Black/Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this phone to replace my old Siemens 2420 Gigaset which was just horrible. The only reason I kept it was because it would forward distinctive ring calls out the second port (which I use as my fax). The Uniden does not do this but I purchased a device to take care of that. Here is the quick and dirty:
Pros:
-It works great with my Wireless G network - no outages and no interference.
- The size of the number keys on the base set are larger than the model with two wireless handsets. Very easy to dial. This is a big plus as the TRU-8885 model has TINY buttons.
-The handsets and base station have their own phonebooks but you can send stored entries to one another (base to handset, handset to handset, handset to base). You can send one at a time or the entire phonebook at once.
-Display is large and easy to read.
-Speakerphone is loud and clear on both handset and base. People I've called hardly noticed I was on speakerphone.
Cons:
-The sound quality of the corded handset sounds a bit "hollow". Uniden claims to use some kind of sound technology to enhance sound quality but I don't like it. There is no way to turn it off!! Speakerphone sounds great though.
-Caller ID is saved on every handset and base. You have to delete them individually from each handset and base. At least there is a delete all option.
-You can't dial directly from the Caller ID menu because It doesn't add the "1" in front of the area code. All you have to do is hit the "*" key and it will add the "1".
-Can't adjust the ring volume on the base and it is LOUD.Overall, I can't give this phone five stars because of the cons listed above, but don't let that stop you from picking this up. It is great if you can live with the loud ringer on the base and the "hollow" sound from the corded handset. The cordless handsets sound great. Weird.

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The Uniden TRU8888 cordless phone system offers an attractive bundle of features with room to grow. A 5.8 GHz digital signal offers increased call clarity and security, while the built-in digital answering system and caller ID capabilities ensure that you won't miss important calls.
Housed in a sleek, modern-looking silver and black case, the single-line TRU8888 is ideal for small offices or busy households. It offers an impressive memory capacity shared between it's caller ID log and programmable memory dialing--100 names and numbers in the handset and 100 more in the base unit. You can (thankfully) search for numbers using a alphabetic search tool similar to those found on most cell phones, and the most commonly dialed numbers can be assigned to one of the 10 programmable speed dial locations accessed on the base unit. Saved numbers can be transferred among handsets.
The TRU8888 features a traditional corded handset on the base unit and one cordless handset to get you started. The system requires just one phone jack for operation, no matter how many optional handsets (Uniden model #TCX800) you add--simply plug the base unit into a phone jack, and the additional handset will configure themselves to talk directly with the base unit. A total of ten handsets can be supported, including the corded one on the base.
The TRU8888 base unit houses a digital answering system with remote operation. It has the somewhat unusual ability to record phone conversations, so beware of restrictions in your jurisdiction. Additional features include a full four-line LCD on the base with message counter, an audible new-message alert tone, and message waiting indicators found on each supplemental handset's charging cradle.
The phone has base and handset speakerphones, conferencing, trilingual menu display options, distinctive ring tones, mute, hold, redial, and headset compatibility (headset sold separately). You can transfer calls between handsets, use the handsets as walkie-talkies, and even use them as an intercom around the house or as a room monitoring system (baby monitor).
What's in the Box TRU8888 base unit with corded handset, cordless handset with remote charging cradle, one phone line cord, one coiled handset cord, two AC power adapters, one NiMH battery pack, one belt clip, user guide, warranty information

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