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I've had this phone system for about three weeks and I've been very pleased. I did a lot of research and couldn't seem to find one that met my many requirements: corded, cordless add-ons, speakerphone, hold, easy to program, good quality at both my end and the caller's, answering machine, etc. This phone seems to have it all. Pros: - Both corded and cordless performed well. - Long-lasting charge on the cordless handsets. - Lots of configuration options. - Easy to program. No need to memorize menu codes and have the manual handy (like on the Panasonic phones). - Corded base unit is easy and intuitive to use (and looks nice. - Can add additional cordless handsets as needed. I added two in addition to the one that comes with the base unit. - It has speed dial, so for frequently used numbers you only need to push one button instead of always going through the directory. - Pairs with bluetooth--I paired it with my cell phone. I didn't think I would ever use this feature, but it turns out that it's incredibly handy. If I'm outside and only want to bring a handset with me, it will ring if my cell phone rings--no need to carry around 2 phones! - Programming the directory in one phone programs them all. - You can screen incoming phone calls when someone is leaving a message on the answering machine. - The answering machine lets you choose whether you want only a blinking light to notify you of messages or you can also have an audible sound notification. - Speakerphone works well. - Hold button on handsets, too (as well as speakerphone). Cons: - Each handset (other than the directory), must be programmed separately. Not a big deal, really, since it's a one-time thing. - No battery in the base unit for backup power when the power goes out. But you can use it to make and receive calls during a power failure since that part runs off the power in the phone line. However, the cordless phones will not work. - Since it's new I couldn't find any pricing deals on it. It's a bit pricey, but works great.