I love that it pages me!
Written: Jan 19 '01 (Updated Jan 19 '01)
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Pros: The machine will page you after someone leaves a message.
Cons: I wish there was better reception at a greater distance.
The Bottom Line: This is a good buy. It sells for a fair price, has cool features, and is a dependable phone.
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| jevw1's Full Review: Panasonic KX TC1040 900 MHz 1-Line Cordless Phone |
I bought this phone because I needed a new cordless phone/answering machine combo and didn't want to break my bank to buy one! It has the basic features such as redial and stored numbers, but also has an intercom, locator, and a paging device. You can access your machine and messages from the handset (if you happen to be in another room and want to review a missed message), but i have never used this feature.
I love that the answering machine is equipped to page me! I have programmed my pager number into my answering machine, and after someone leaves a message, it will then call my pager and leave a particular number to let me know. This has really come in handy when I am out and someone has left an important message for me. I can then call my phone number and upon hearing my machine pick up, punch in a code and review the prior messages. This means that if you travel and have a nationwide pager, you don't have to periodically check your messages at home. You will know when someone has called. It is a nice feature.
The range? Well, I am yet to find a cordless phone I am thrilled with. I have had several, and have come to the conclusion that I either live in some cosmic hole, or that my house is built out of steel and therefore, does not allow optimum reception. However, it does seem to get good reception through most of the house. In the room where the base is located, as well as the rooms nearby, the reception is good. However, there are dead spots, where there is just static and conversation is not an option.
Overall, this is a good buy. The price is fair, it is made by a well-known company, and the reception is average to good. The phone has added features and has never been a problem. I have had it for at least a year and a half and the battery is still strong. I would recommend this product.
Recommended:
Yes
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jevw1
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Location: Texas
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I am now a stay-at-home mom to four boys and one girl.
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