AT&T E5865 5.8 GHz DSS Expandable Cordless Phone with Answering System and Dual Keypads Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this phone (plus an additional handset) to replace my old Sony 2.4GHz phone. The old phone interfered with my home WiFi network. This new phone, although it is a dual-mode phone, claims not to interfere and so far that has been the case for me.
There are a number of nice features on this phone. Both the handsets and the base station have built-in speaker phones. The answering machine is easy to program. The handsets are easy to set up with the base station (a near impossibility with my old Sonys). The phones are reasonably stylish in a utilitarian sort of way and have enough heft that you won't mind using them.
The phones and base station have LCD displays for programming. The phone has a color display and you can choose "wallpaper" for it (right...). The spare handset I bought was only black and white (I could have chosen another color handset). By default it shows a smiley face. The ringers are a bit cloying (you can set them to play music or choose from several obnoxious ring styles). Here's the digital revolution turning something simple into a needlessly complex toy.
If you ignore all the stupid bells and whistles, though, the phone does everything I ask of it. It was very easy to setup and it works well. Other brands aren't that much better in terms of "silly quotient" and don't offer the range of useful features. I would give this phone 3 1/2 stars if I could, but it's pretty good.

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The E5865 from AT&T is a 5.8 GHz cordless phone with an all-digital answering system, dual keypads, and caller ID/ call waiting compatibility. It utilizes the 5.8 GHz band along with frequency-hopping digital spread spectrum technology to provide clearer reception and less interference than traditional 2.4 GHz or 900 MHz phones.
The answering machine provides up to 25 minutes of recording time, while remote operation lets you check messages even when you are away from home. Speakerphones on both the base and handset combine with headset compatibility to provide hands-free communication options, while the LCD on the handset provides a way to navigate the phone's many functions.
Caller ID and call waiting compatible, the E5865 has a 50-number caller ID memory, as well as a 50-number internal phone directory to help you keep track of important phone numbers. Personalized ringing options allow you to assign any of the polyphonic musical ring tones to a phone directory entry, letting you know when a specific phone number is calling.
With multi-user expandability to eight handsets, you can add extensions to your system wherever you need them. Intercom and conferencing functions allow you to communicate between handset locations or with multiple parties at once.
The E5865 has an 8.5-by-8.7-inch footprint and is wall-mountable, freeing up countertop space completely. It also comes backed by a one-year warranty.
What's in the Box Base, wall mounting adapter, cordless handset, short and long telephone line cords, AC adapter, two AA NiMH batteries, belt clip, user's manual

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