Grandstream GXP-2000 - VoIP phone - SIP - matte black Review

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(More customer reviews)This IP Phone is a good device for SoHo and it is good by the price

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The Grandstream GXP-2000 IP Phone is an award-winning next generation IP network telephone based on industry open standards. Built upon innovative technology, Grandstream IP Phone features market leading superb sound quality and rich functionalities at ultra-affordable price.

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Siemens S45 DECT 6.0 Digital Cordless Phone Extension Handset Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased 3 of the S45 handsets and a S450 base approx 2 months ago and every phone has performed flawlessly.Before buying the system I read reviews of numerous phones, went to stores to hold the handsets of many of the phones, and reviewed the literature on the manufacturers' websites.In the end, I bought this phone with the belief that it would probably have issues, but I could always return it to Amazon if it did.Needless to say, the only complaint is from my wife who initially complained that the phones were so robust that it was difficult to figure them out -- while this may seem true, think of these phones as a close relation to a cell phone.

Regarding the complaints I have read; let me address the following ones:

1. ISSUE: It is impossible to switch from 1 call to another with call waiting -- you have to hang up on the existing caller.SOLUTION: Simple, depress the "Flash" button on the lower left corner of the phone and easily switch between 1 caller and another.Additionally, this phone has the ability to take an incoming call and immediately conference it in with your existing call -- a great feature if your usage is SOHO.

2. ISSUE: When using with a DSL line the quality of the call is sub par.SOLUTION: Any phone that is used with a DSL line is suppose to be used in conjunction with a DSL phone line filter -- these should be used with every phone jack which is utilized throughout a home.

3. ISSUE: Cannot mute a caller, rather the mute operation places the person on hold.SOLUTION: This is a true shortcoming of a phone, but not a problem for me.Whenever I need to mute a call it is usually because I am multitasking and when multitasking I always wear a headset, so I just mute the headset and viola, nobody can hear me but I can hear them.

4. ISSUE: A standard headset does not work on the phone.SOLUTION: I do not know what the problem is since I read the manual and a Plantronics headset is approved for use with the phone.While the approved headset is not easily found here, I have 3 different type Plantronics headsets and all work flawlessly.One recommendation, though, the sound quality of this phone is better than anything you have probably ever used (this goes for outgoing voice too), as such, you need to purchase a headset that has a microphone with adjustable volume and use the lowest setting.Otherwise, the person on the other end may complain that your voice is gargled.

5. ISSUE: The phone is light and cheap feeling.SOLUTION: I do not know about you, but I do not want to carry around a 5 lb. metal phone just because it feels substantial.When I am on the move in my home I like to clip the phone to me and the lighter the better.With reference to feeling cheap, the phone is well made, has solid keys and a color screen -- ergo, I do no see anything "cheap" about it.

6. ISSUE: The buttons often miss or skip numbers.SOLUTION: If you are used to a cheap phone, then you will have this problem -- a cheap phone has keys that can be depressed with barely touching the pad.A well made phone, on the other hand, requires you to fully depress the key pad.Does this mean you cannot type numbers as quickly ... the answer is "yes" if you insight on wanting to only brush your hand against the key pad rather than fully depressing the key.

7. ISSUE: "This has to be the most frustrating phone ever when it comes to messages. You are forced to listen to the female voice say the date and time (Which is visible right on the screen, so no need to say it), and then to skip to the next message you HAVE to hear all of it again. It would have been much better to be able to skip the voice over or make it an option to turn it off."SOLUTION: This sounds like a user voicemail issue as the phone does not speak, maybe some other Siemens does.It does, however, allow you to set the "1" key to speed dial your home voicemail -- just like your cell number.And you can program in pauses, so when depressing and holding the "1" key or checking voicemails from the blinking voicemail indicator, you need only press one button.

8. ISSUE: The message light does not work.SOLUTION: The phones have a message light and it works -- I have used the phone in our house and recommended it to a friend in another state who uses another carrier (between the 2 of us we have 7 phones and all work).Make certain your carrier provides the service as some do not and some carrier is some areas offer this as an option.

9. ISSUE: The built in clock is inaccurate.SOLTUION: I have none as this is true.For some unknown reason Siemens decided not to allow the phone to obtain time stamp information from the incoming calls, so the phone loses time -- about 1 minute every 5 to 7 days.Does this annoy me enough to not buy the phone: "No"?My $3,000 computer system does not automatically update its clock from the internet, though it is more accurate.Needless to say, I would not junk my computer; besides, when was the last time you relied solely on your home phone to tell time???

In short, this phone has more capabilities than I can list here.It does take some time to figure it all out, but once you have you will wonder how you ever lived with another phone.Lastly, the audio quality of the phone rivals anything you have every used before.

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Siemens cordless phone handset for use with gigaset models e450, s450 and s455.Handset has 150 name and number directory, room monitor, intercom and large 6 line color display.Features caller id and call waiting caller id with service subscription and includes headset jack and interchangable ringer melodies.

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TalkSwitch 244vs 2 Lines 4 Analog/IP 12 IP Extension 4 VoIP Trunk Small Business Phone System Review

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(More customer reviews)Needed an affordable phone system for a small business.This system fulfilled all our needs beyond expectations.Easy to use. Easy to set-up.Analog or IP phones or both.Expandable so you can add on to your network system as your business grows.Excellent!

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The TalkSwitch 244vs is a full-featured hybrid VoIP/traditional PBX telephone system that includes everything you need to sound big, control your costs and stay connected everywhere. With capacity for 2 telephone lines, 4 VoIP trunks, 4 analog/IP extensions, 12 pure IP extensions, and 10 remote extensions, the TalkSwitch 244vs is a small system with big features. The TalkSwitch 244vs includes sophisticated features that give you complete call control: voicemail, auto attendants, music on hold, ring groups and much more.The 244vs is a hybrid system with capacity for VoIP and traditional telephone connections. You can save with VoIP services and VoIP inter-branch calling without sacrificing your connection to the traditional phone network. It's the best of both worlds. Remote and external IP extensions keep you connected. Any phone, anywhere, can be a remote extension. Calls can be seamlessly transferred and screened. The TalkSwitch 244vs is easy to set up. Do it yourself or rely on a professional: TalkSwitch installation is fast and easy, so you save time and money. Plus, it's a snap to change settings, so you don't pay a technician every time you add or move an employee.Grow your own way. From 2 to 64 users per location, there-s a TalkSwitch to fit every small business. TalkSwitch units come in different sizes with hybrid connections, so you choose your own mix of networks (traditional and/or VoIP) and phones (analog and/or IP).Phone freedom. TalkSwitch phones are tailor-made for the system. But unlike most phone systems, TalkSwitch doesn't tie you down to proprietary telephones. TalkSwitch works with any standard analog phone and selected IP phones.

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Siemens Gigaset Digital Cordless Phone with Hybrid IP/Landline Calling (A580IP) Review

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(More customer reviews)I am reasonably technical and run a VOIP PBX for our small business with several different providers, IP Phones and gateways.This seemed like a nice addition where cordless IP phones are needed.I have almost returned this several times because of the UI and contact import issues, however I am keeping it in hope of an updated firmware release.

Pros -
Good voice quality
Register multiple VOIP Providers
Price is right for an expandable VOIP based ATA and handset

Cons -
Handset Interface and Features are a mess to use - Siemens could learn something from other cordless handset manufactures
Vcard contact import is a nightmare
Can't seem to remove internal Gigaset setting/provider
Web interface is acceptable If you do the upgrade... if not it is so slow you can' use it.
No Headset Jack (are you kidding me?)

I want to like it... but not quite prime time.

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The Gigaset A580 IP offers hybrid calling capability; traditional land line as well as voice over IP , at a price level typically reserverd for standard VoIP phones. The ease of set-up and operation without a companion PO, saves both time and energy. The A580 IP is able to support multiple simulaneous calls (traditional, IP, intercom) VoIP accounts and room monitoring - in addition to the range, sound quality, security and enhanced battery life of DECT 6.0 phones. The A580IP provides the perfect oppurtunity to begin accessing a wealth of internet data with the simplicity of making a phone call.

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Siemens 8825 Gigaset 2.4 GHz 2-Line Expandable Cordless Speakerphone with Answering System Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great multi-line, multi-handset, cordless phone system.It's a big improvement over the previous generation from Siemens (the Gigaset 2420), and it's far better than the Panasonic system that I bought (the KX-TG4000B).
Gigaset 8825 features that I love:
1. HANDSETS -- The handsets are "dense" - just heavy enough to feel solid and high quality - much better than the old, light, "plastic", cheap ones from the Gigaset 2420 system.The handset speakerphone is a feature I didn't think I would want or need, but it works great.The ability to give each handset your own "name" (like kitchen, or family room, or upstairs bathroom) makes the intercom capability much more useful than trying to remember where handset #3 is!!!
2. BASE STATION -- The speakerphone works fine - almost as good as a Polycom speakerphone.The "MUTE" function on the base station works great - I just wish that the handsets had a mute!The base station has attractive clear backlit buttons for some functions, like Speakerphone/Mute, Calls, Voice-Mail, Intercom, Flash, etc.But it does NOT have clear backlit buttons for the telephone number keypad used for dialing - a big flaw.
3. ON-LINE PRODUCT REGISTRATION -- May seem like a trivial thing, but I love the fact that Siemens lets you register your purchase on-line via the web site.I wish that the registration process directly solicted feedback -- They currently only ask for the essentials.
4. MULTI-LINE MADE EASY -- Unlike the Panasonic KX-TG4000B, you can easily join a call already in progress.So, if Gramma calls and one family member answers the call from one of the cordless handsets, anybody else can easily join the call by pressing "TALK" on one of the other handsets or the base station.On the Panasonic KX-TG4000B, the first person to answer must "invite" others to join using a complicated Conference feature.
Gigaset 8825 FLAWS:
1. HANDSETS -- Although significantly improved over previous generation (2420) handsets, the 8800 handsets still lack a "MUTE" button -- critical for conference calls.Siemens needs to add an explicit physical button to quickly select MUTE (when the baby starts crying), not just a "menu item".Also, the telephone number keypad used for dialing still has black plastic buttons with no back-lighting.This makes it impossible to dial in the dark.Siemens needs to make the telephone number dialing buttons clear and back-lit, on both the handsets and the base station.And, there is NO way to start a new call on Line #2 -- when you press "TALK" it always selects Line #1, without giving you a choice.The only way to get Line #2 is if one of the lines is already in use -- then it gives you a choice (e.g., Join line #1, or Use line #2).Finally, the handsets need explicit buttons for volume, just like the base station.Using the menu system on the handset to change the volume is tedious and time-consuming.
2. HANDSET CHARGING CRADLE -- The new handset charging cradles do NOT have a light indicating that the phone is charging.There should be a RED light indicating that the phone is charging and needs charging, and a GREEN light indicating that the phone is already fully charged.
3. BASE STATION -- As mentioned earlier, the telephone keypad needs clear and back-lit number buttons for dialing in the dark.The base station also needs a rechargeable battery back-up, in case of power outage.
4. DIRECTORY -- Although you can "transfer" directories of names and phone numbers from one handset to another, a centralized directory always shared across the entire system would be a huge improvement for home environments.
5. VOICE QUALITY -- Although voice quality is greatly improved, I would still pay a premium price for a cordless phone with higher quality voice.Why can't somebody make a cordless phone that sounds like a wired phone?I want CD quality voice on my cordless phone!
CONCLUSION -- The Siemens Gigaset 8825 is the best multi-line, multi-handset, cordless phone system I have ever owned.But, if Siemens makes additional improvements, I'll buy the next model to get needed enhancements.

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Siemens raises the bar with the 8825 Gigaset, a 2.4 GHz two-line expandable cordless communication system. Expandable to eight handsets, the 8825 offers a wide range of features, including a digital answering machine with four mailboxes. The voice-announced Caller ID (with subscription to service through your local carrier) uses your voice to announce incoming calls. Caller ID information and a directory of your 120 speed-dial presets are displayed on an easy-to-read backlit LCD. Siemens includes an extra handset (model 8000 Gigaset) with charger.
The lightweight handset provides call transfer, conferencing, intercom, and room monitoring. It weighs just 7 ounces and has controls for volume, call waiting, flash, and last-number redial. Two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries (included) provide eight hours of talk time and eight hours of standby. The base and cordless handsets provide digital speakerphones and headset jacks for hands-free conversation. Additional handsets require no extra phone jacks.
A built-in answering machine completes the system. It has four mailboxes, date and time stamp, individual announcements for each incoming line, and 45 minutes of recording time. The unit also supports full remote operation, so you can collect messages while you're away.
What's in the Box
Base station with built-in tilt LCD, corded handset, coiled handset cord, cordless handset, cordless charger/base, AC power supplies and cords, two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries, one belt clip, telephone line cord, instructions, warranty information

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