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What is it?

The VTech LS6245 is a DECT 6.0 cordless pone that can pair with up to 4 cell phones or headsets.  It also acts as a landline phone and has a digital answering system.  The base can handle up to 12 handsets.  The MSRP is $79.95 for a base and handset package.  Additional handsets cost $39.99. 

What’s in the box?

• Handset
• Base with answering machine
• Power supply
• Polishing cloth to remove fingerprints
• Phone cable

The Good

The VTech LS6245 is flat out stylish with a very slick and glossy design.  Instead of the usual buttons, the VTech handset and base are flat with a touch sensitive keypad and controls.  Placing the handset at your ear actually locks the keypad so you don’t end up dialing with your face.  The speaker phone is good with a very loud speaker and good microphone.  The menu options are clearly laid out so you can pair your phone quickly.

The Bad

Call volume on the handset was a bit low even when the the handset was on full volume. 

The In-Between

If you like to hold a phone by crooking your neck and pinning the handset between your head and shoulder, this phone won’t do too well.  That being said, you could just pair a Bluetooth headset to avoid that whole thing.  The VTech LS6245 lost connection with a paired cell phone during one test call, but that only happened once.  The glossy design is pretty to look at, but if you hate fingerprints, be sure to keep that included polishing cloth handy.

The Crux

If you are a person who likes using a landline style phone or can’t seem to find your cell phone when it rings, the VTech LS6245 is a good solution for that.  Also, if you’re into extremely stylish gadgets, the VTech will fit into your decor easily.

Product Page: [VTech LS6245]

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