The GE 26970GE2 cordless headset telephone is ideal for multitaskers. The built-in headset allows you to use this phone outside, at your computer, or anywhere around the house. It combines hands-free convenience with the benefits of a full-feature desk telephone, such as call waiting, memory dialing, and more.
The headset telephone is compact and sturdy. It has an intuitive keypad and rubberized buttons that are comfortable to the touch. The three-line LCD is easy to read. The earpiece is somewhat limited in fit, but with its cushioned earpad and adjustable microphone, the headset still felt comfortable. An additional battery charge slot in the base allows you to keep the included backup battery fully charged.
The headset telephone's caller ID feature stores up to 40 calls and is activated using the flash button. A new-call indicator lets you know which calls have not been previously reviewed in the caller ID log. To scroll through the call records, press the arrow buttons either up or down. The delete button allows you to conveniently erase any message in one easy step. You can also save numbers from the log and reformat them using the format button. You can store up to 10 numbers in memory dialing. The steps to program the numbers were intuitive and efficient, using the memory button to store and dial the numbers. There is also a pullout directory on the base for looking up saved numbers at a glance.
In our tests of the GE 26970GE2, we were able to take the phone about 100 feet from the base before hearing static and interference. At about 250 feet the static became bothersome. Voice transmission was clear and sensitive, with the headset picking up sounds such as breathing, which we found slightly annoying. We were able to take the phone behind walls and near other electronic equipment with minimal interference. The channel button helped find the best connection.
The headset telephone's other features include mute and redial buttons, battery-low and out-of-range warnings and an adjustable ringer. With an intuitive keypad and easy-to-read LCD, we appreciated the user-friendly features of this phone and the caller ID system. --Emily Bakko
Pros:
- Hands-free cordless calling
- Sturdy, compact design
- Easy-to-read backlit LCD
Cons:
- Earpiece is somewhat limited in fit
- Unit can only be used as a headphone
Amazon.com Product Description
GE's 900 MHz headset telephone with call waiting and caller ID is a versatile and comfortable phone for working in a warehouse, your kitchen, or out in the garden. The compact receiver is about the size of a pager, so it fits wherever you need it. It has a 10-number memory for frequently called numbers. It automatically selects a clear channel for transmission so there is no need to interrupt your call.
The caller ID is compatible with call waiting, and if you subscribe to an optional voice mail service a light will alert you to new messages. The GE 900 MHz headset telephone has a call memory of 40 names and numbers and a forward/reverse call review with a delete function.
It comes with a one-year warranty.
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Amazon.com Review
The GE 26970GE2 cordless headset telephone is ideal for multitaskers. The built-in headset allows you to use this phone outside, at your computer, or anywhere around the house. It combines hands-free convenience with the benefits of a full-feature desk telephone, such as call waiting, memory dialing, and more.The headset telephone is compact and sturdy. It has an intuitive keypad and rubberized buttons that are comfortable to the touch. The three-line LCD is easy to read. The earpiece is somewhat limited in fit, but with its cushioned earpad and adjustable microphone, the headset still felt comfortable. An additional battery charge slot in the base allows you to keep the included backup battery fully charged.
The headset telephone's caller ID feature stores up to 40 calls and is activated using the flash button. A new-call indicator lets you know which calls have not been previously reviewed in the caller ID log. To scroll through the call records, press the arrow buttons either up or down. The delete button allows you to conveniently erase any message in one easy step. You can also save numbers from the log and reformat them using the format button. You can store up to 10 numbers in memory dialing. The steps to program the numbers were intuitive and efficient, using the memory button to store and dial the numbers. There is also a pullout directory on the base for looking up saved numbers at a glance.
In our tests of the GE 26970GE2, we were able to take the phone about 100 feet from the base before hearing static and interference. At about 250 feet the static became bothersome. Voice transmission was clear and sensitive, with the headset picking up sounds such as breathing, which we found slightly annoying. We were able to take the phone behind walls and near other electronic equipment with minimal interference. The channel button helped find the best connection.
The headset telephone's other features include mute and redial buttons, battery-low and out-of-range warnings and an adjustable ringer. With an intuitive keypad and easy-to-read LCD, we appreciated the user-friendly features of this phone and the caller ID system. --Emily Bakko
Pros:
- Hands-free cordless calling
- Sturdy, compact design
- Easy-to-read backlit LCD
Cons:
- Earpiece is somewhat limited in fit
- Unit can only be used as a headphone
Amazon.com Product Description
GE's 900 MHz headset telephone with call waiting and caller ID is a versatile and comfortable phone for working in a warehouse, your kitchen, or out in the garden. The compact receiver is about the size of a pager, so it fits wherever you need it. It has a 10-number memory for frequently called numbers. It automatically selects a clear channel for transmission so there is no need to interrupt your call.The caller ID is compatible with call waiting, and if you subscribe to an optional voice mail service a light will alert you to new messages. The GE 900 MHz headset telephone has a call memory of 40 names and numbers and a forward/reverse call review with a delete function.
It comes with a one-year warranty.
Customer Reviews:
A Great Product Long Gone..........2004-04-22
I have a black model which made it's usage last loads longer b/c of fingerprints, etc. It has been dropped more times than I can recall and has still endored the test of time. The dual batteries are one of the best extra features on it. Back lighting for night time display of caller id and call waiting caller id. Message indicator for in-phone answering service, large keypad even on a small unit. Excellent, just excellent.
Gr8 Idea; Cheaply Made.......2003-05-07
The next thing 2 go was the headset: the 'adjustable' portion kept coming out of its 'track' & that was that. Overall, it's a gr8 idea & very convenient 2 use. Now, if GE would just get its act 2gether & make it a bit sturdier/durable, they'd be able 2 ask 4 more... & get it, compared 2 all these other manufacturers. Lastly, incorpor8ing a modular instead of hard-wired headset would make it easier 2 replace parts (i.e., broken headset).
This phone is great, why discontinue??.......2002-12-03
For Business... best Phone I ever used.......2002-11-04
We have two and love them.......2002-03-02
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