Cingular Go Phone: Remanufactured Panasonic KX-TG5438S 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Phone with Answering System and Shock/Splash-Resistant Handset (Silver) Review

I've had this phone for over a year now, and I have yet to have any issues with it.Buying refurbished is enough to make anyone a little nervous, but everything, from battery life, to volume, to interference has been just perfect.Give it a try.

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Product Description:
The remanufactured Panasonic KX-TG5438S cordless phone features a stylish splash- and shock-resistant cordless handset that gives you the freedom to talk while engaged in almost any household activity. Special exterior construction and a rubberized trim helps the handset stand up to everyday wear and tear and occasional drops. It's also protected against accidental splashes while washing dishes, although it's not designed to be fully immersed or held under running water. Adding to the fun is a unique Voice Changer function, which lets you alter your voice as you talk. Choose from "high," "deep," or "fun" options and let the laughter fly.
To ensure an elite-sounding connection, the system employs 5.8 GHz frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology, which operates in a less-trafficked wavelength than more common 2.4 GHz signals while still maintaining the same great security, topnotch clarity, and long range. Reception is further improved by Panasonic's Voice Enhancer circuitry, which helps clarify and improve reception by producing an easy-to-hear, natural-sounding voice, making the handsets sound crisp and intelligible even at a distance from the base. Plus, 5.8 GHz frequencies won't interfere with wireless computer networks such as 802.11b or 802.11g Wi-Fi.
This phone system is also equipped with an all-digital answering system for quick, easy retrieval of crystal-clear messages. Message operation has never been easier, with up to 15 minutes of recording time, in addition to such features as a prerecorded outgoing message, remote operation, toll saver, and skip-and-repeat. And don't worry about losing your messages when the power goes out, as they're stored in flash memory for later retrieval.
Another nice feature is the caller ID/call waiting combo (subscription required). Caller ID lets you see who's calling before you answer the phone, while call waiting lets you know when another call is coming in. By combining the two, however, users will learn who's calling even when they're currently in the middle of a conversation with someone else. When you hear the beep, simply look at the handset's LCD display to identify the name and number. It's especially convenient when you're waiting for an important call but still have other calls to make.
The handset speakerphone, meanwhile, is a plus when dealing with automated phone systems. You can turn on the speakerphone, put down the handset while watching TV or typing, and then pick it back up when a voice finally responds. It's far more convenient than trudging all the way to the base unit to activate the speakerphone. There are lots of other uses as well, such as putting the whole family on the phone to talk to grandma or grandpa, or conducting a business call with several folks in the room.
Finally, households with kids will delight in the handset's light-up antenna. When it's time to put the kids to sleep, simply turn off the phone's ringer. When someone is calling, the base of the antenna will flash so you'll know the phone is ringing. The antenna will also light up when someone leaves a message on voicemail (subscription required). Users can select from blue, green, amber, or multicolor antenna lights, while subscribers to Light-Up ID can link the individual light colors to numbers in their preprogrammed phone books.
Additional features include a 50-call memory and speed dial directory accessible through the handset's three-line backlit LCD, caller IQ compatibility (the subscription service gives you screen updates on weather, sports scores, horoscopes, and more), three ringer patterns and four ringer melodies, and a handset-to-base unit intercom. The KX-TG5438S measures 9 by 7.8 by 5.3 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a 90-day warranty.
What's in the Box
Shock-/splash-resistant handset, base unit with answering system, power adapter, phone cord, belt clip, warranty card, user's manual.