Panasonic - KX-TGE445B DECT 6.0 Expandable Cordless Phone System with Digital Answering System
Model: KX-TGE445B
SKU: 5229305
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I spent a lot of time researching cordless phones and the choices of manufacturers is a lot narrower than 10 years ago when I bought my last set. I have a home business so I need phones within a quick reach if we receive a call and getting as many as possible in the same package is important. As far as the design, I prefer shorter, fatter phones so it's easier to hold on my shoulder. Panasonic did have an appropriate design but it quickly came and went. The other thing I miss is an easy "hold" feature so I can leave one phone in a room and pick up another phone in my office. I have to scroll through a menu now so it's less handy. However, the main thing is the sound quality and range. Both are excellent and a vast improvement over my old set. The intercom feature is good, the caller broadcast is cool and I can now block calls. I haven't set it up with Bluetooth to our cell phones yet but it seems easy to do.
Posted by Drafted
After doing a lot of research on a dwindling technology, I found this model to be the best combination of performance and value, with more emphasis on features and performance. The system has so many features, link-to-cell, Google assist, call block and yet they remain user friendly for those that don't particularly care about technology. Call quality, button layout, ergonomics, display are superb (just wish the screen would show all of the caller information) I.E. if a call comes through with a long name, the phone number will not be displayed, you'll need to press the arrow key to display the number. What makes these phones remarkable is the ability to block telemarketers and robo calls. Block up to 250, you'll find that the memory fills up quick however. Talking caller ID is good, but no option to have it announce the phone number, only the name that is transmitted. Naturally some announcements are going to get botched up, but this isn't a quad core smartphone, but it is a solid cordless phone system. As others have pointed out, Panasonic has opted to hardwire the AC adapters to the charging bases, save for the primary base station. This will annoy anyone who wants to fish the wire behind anything where space is tight. I have a night stand next to my bed, moving the whole bed just to hide the wires would be a big process. I used a 1 foot slim extension cord to resolve that issue and the a.c. adapter sits under the nightstand. Long story short, Panasonic should have made a detachable cord. Lastly battery replacement is super convenient, no shrink wrapped packs with funky adapters that you'll never find replacements for in the future. Just don't put AAA disposable batteries in the phone, an older friend did that, yes they fit, no that's a bad idea!
Posted by Brian589
Easy to use , good digital readout. Good sound and clarity. Our second set in 10 years. left one out in the rain, dropped one a few times so had to replace the old set. Good battery life. Our favorite set ever. Love the find the phone feature also and the intercom..
Posted by Gingy
Customers enjoy the KX-TGE445B's ease of use, excellent sound quality, and reliable call blocking features. Many appreciate the system's range, numerous features, and caller ID capabilities, including the helpful talking caller ID. The intercom function and reasonable price point are also frequently praised. While some users find the speakerphone volume could be improved, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive.