Entered CNET Catalog: 02/18/2011
SKU: 44476814365
Manufacturer: Verizon Wireless
User opinions
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Not too bad, but a few problems
Pros: Works well, even in a moving car! Talked for hours using my headset Plantronics cordless while driving from NC to CT.
Cons: Constantly needs to have it's roaming capability updated, even when only using it in the house, and I have done for the first 3 months. Hangs up often when making calls to 800 numbers, where you have to be on hold for a while.
Updating the programming and roaming capability does not seem to help. Tried calling Verizon, but they are "experiencing higher than normal call volumes" All of these things are not my problem, but Verizon will make them my problem. I had to use my pre-paid cell phone to make a call, but when the balance was down to $5 the phone ended the call.
Overall I have been very happy, but today has been all BAD! It only takes 1 event like this and the value goes down the drain.
out of 5 user reviews
Great product I like and it saves me some$$$$.
Pros: easy to setup, can be used anywhere,and can take it with you on vacation.
Cons: It sounded like I was in a tunnel but used a good phone and there is no difference.
out of 5 user reviews
Creates a convenient, cheap, home phone!
Pros: Item works well, at least in our area where coverage is more than adequate, and provides a cost effective home phone line.
Cons: No Fax Support, but since we don't need a fax anyway this is more of a con for those that need fax ability on their home phone line.
out of 5 user reviews
Think twice before switching a landline to this service
Pros: Makes good use of all those unused minutes on your cell phone plan. And the price is right.
Cons: Impossibly short timeframe -- 14 days from "purchase" -- to make a decision on commiting to a 2-year contract. Takes several days for the number to port over. Then, if you need to boost your cell signal, first you have to find a network extender or order
out of 5 user reviews
So far, I'm VERY happy! Works very well!
Pros: Wireless, can place unit anywhere in the house (as long as you have power).
Inexpensive, unlimited calling in US for flat fee.
Solid network reliability and connection strength.
NOT from AT&T.
Cons: Wireless. Subject to the vagaries of atmospheric conditions and cell tower usage.
Occasional poor connection.
Why was I doing this? I would've preferred to ditch the landline altogether, upping the wireless plan or installing a femotocell (microcell) but the wifey insists on a landline. My service was most recently with AT&T and I HATE having to pay them anything more than I have to ... I used to work for them and I'm fed-up with my family wireless plan and the ever increasing fees with U-Verse (like most I have little choice for TV providers and if it weren't for the kids' iPhone 4's, I'd have moved to VZ wireless long ago.) But that's aside from here. Basically I wanted the cheapest and most reasobably reliable home line I could get. VZ Wieless has a terrific solution here. Yes, it's nothing new but it works and I hope more adopt it. So far I'm thrilled with the service and have had little to no concerns over connection and voice quality. It's easily as solid as my old POTS connection and HALF as expensive! I ported over my old home number, no charge, and they accomplished it in two days! If you have solid VZ Wireless service in your area and are looking for an inexpensive alternative to a POTS landline, I highly recommend going this route over VOIP or the other strategies like Majic Jack and Ooma.
Some side benefits that aren't immediately obvious ... it's technically a wireless number so you don't have to dial 1 before the area code. Also, because it's wireless, your line is automatically unpublished ... no more unsolicited calls at all hours! It's battery powered and wireless, so if landlines are cut or down, you're still up and running. All in all, I'm very happy and so is the wifey ... and THAT's what's really important!
