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- FCC allocates seven frequency bands for cordless phone use in the U.S.
- Common Uses: Home or Office Phone
- Price Range: $14.99 - $200.00
- Most popular frequencies: 900MHz, 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz
- Handset must typically be within approx. 100 feet of its base station
- First cordless phone patent: June 1969
- Cordless Phone Patent Holder: George Harry Sweigert
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Cordless Phones are devices that use radio waves to allow a wireless feature between the handset and the base of a standard phone. The base connects to the home telephone line and the handset is portable within a certain distance within the base.
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Buying Guide
When choosing a Cordless Phone it is important to note the several features which accompany the cordless feature. Several phones have a call-waiting feature, as well as Caller ID, some phones have an answering machine, radio, or clock built into the base. Another important feature to consider is the battery life of the handset. Since the phone is wireless, a phone can easily be mis-placed away from the base station for several hours. A base with several handsets is another helpful feature for homes with multiple rooms and occupants. Handset phone battery also have a unique rechargable type of battery.-
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Cordless Phone Questions
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