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| With few exceptions all new cordless phones are DECT 6.0 phones. They use the 1.9 GHz frequency - dedicated to voice communication. Excellent range and immune to interference from other devices. Outside of the U.S. most DECT phones operate over the 1.8 GHz frequency. | |
| The 5.8 GHz frequency was allocated by the FCC to overcome issues encountered by 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz phones: congestion and conflict with WiFi networks. The main problem with 5.8 GHz phones is that there is no recognized standard for implementing the technology. Superseded by DECT 6.0 technology. | |
| The 2.4 GHz frequency was allocated to overcome congestion encountered by 900 MHz phones. Unfortunately it's also used by WiFi networks. Superseded by 5.8 GHz phones and then DECT 6.0 phones | |
| The original cordless phone frequency of the early 90's. Great range but cluttered. With the exception of some extremely long range phones 900 MHz phones they are no longer manufactured in volume. |
The bottom line is that there is no longer any need to sweat over cordless phone frequencies. The latest and best cordless phones are all DECT 6.0 phones. They are inexpensive and reliable.
The latest Panasonic cordless phones are designated DECT 6.0 Plus phones. Panasonic has enhanced the technology to provide additional functionality, call clarity and range. In most categories they are the best cordless phones.
Summary
DECT 6.0 cordless phones can be relied upon to provide clarity and security comparable in most cases with corded phones. As all manufacturers have now standardized on DECT technology consumers can be confident of getting a sound and reliable cordless phone system irrespective of brand.
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