Can I drop my landline service and just get an extra cell line to dedicate to this phone which is much cheaper?
187846
Just cell line wouldn't do. You need a cell phone with bluetooth active on that tine. Basically it's just external bluetooth device on steroids. If you do this, keep in mind, that when call from this phone, you cannot use the regular "talk" button, you'll have to use "cell" button. Also caller ID works weird when the cell call comes in. And as I mentioned before, loading phone book from cell phone to this one works only one entry at a time (you cannot transfer the whole thing in one shot), at least on my HTC EVO.
187847
I think so...but keep in mind that the answering machine will not work unless your cell phone is close. The phone does not work on it's own cell line...it works by land line and blue tooth from an existing cell phone.
187848
Yes, that is exactly what I've done. Verizon is our cell service, so I transferred my land line number to the Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect device. It's a little black box with antenna that's actually a cell phone. A regular phone cord connects it to one of our phone wall plugs and the signal runs through the existing house wiring. The Panasonic KX-TG155SK system is plugged into another wall plug. Callers to our former land line don't even know they are talking over a cell service. Instead of paying AT&T about $40/month, we now pay Verizon $9.95 for the extra cell line on our family share plan.
187849
Sure...my wife and I have our two cell phones paired to the system, and it works great! I'm old school, so we still have a landline; it's nice to be able to use the system to answer any of the three phones.
187850
Much less expensive to use a Voice Over Internet Protocol or VOIP phone line. Vitelity.com and a ATA adapter. Google Voice and Obihai.
187851
I'd confirm with Panasonic, but can't imagine why not. the bluetooth feature really has nothing to do with the phone service. but it won't boost the signal in your area, so your bars still count
187852
Yes, that is exactly what I've done. Verizon is our cell service, so I transferred my land line number to the Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect device. It's a little black box with antenna that's actually a cell phone. A regular phone cord connects it to one of our phone wall plugs and the signal runs through the existing house wiring. The Panasonic KX-TG155SK system is plugged into another wall plug. Callers to our former land line don't even know they are talking over a cell service. Instead of paying AT&T; about $40/month, we now pay Verizon $9.95 for the extra cell line on our family share plan. Yes, that is exactly what I've done. Verizon is our cell service, so I transferred my land line number to the Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect device. It's a little black box with antenna that's actually a cell phone. A regular phone cord connects it to one of our phone wall plugs and the signal runs through the existing house wiring. The Panasonic KX-TG155SK system is plugged into another wall plug. Callers to our former land line don't even know they are talking over a cell service. Instead of paying AT&T; about $40/month, we now pay Verizon $9.95 for the extra cell line on our family... » Read More Yes, that is exactly what I've done. Verizon is our cell service, so I transferred my land line number to the Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect device. It's a little black box with antenna that's actually a cell phone. A regular phone cord connects it to one of our phone wall plugs and the signal runs through the existing house wiring. The Panasonic KX-TG155SK system is plugged into another wall plug. Callers to our former land line don't even know they are talking over a cell service. Instead of paying AT&T; about $40/month, we now pay Verizon $9.95 for the extra cell line on our family share plan. « Show Less
187853
You can. But the Bluetooth connection is not always great, while the phone will ring everywhere you have a handset if you answer you may not have a good connection.
2132874
Yes, by purchasing this phone, this indicates you have landline service. You have the same features with this phone as the one you are replacing. I absolutely love this phone. I have recommended it to friends who have had to replace their remote phone, I receive many thanks!
279113
You don't *need* to use the phone feature. It's optional. But it does need a landline. Cell phones will not work.
201924
You do not need a land line. I dont have one and it works fine. I can even fax by scanning my document and subscribing to a digital fax service.
163343
The main purpose I see is the ability to drop your land line. I was considering this until I realized that I would always have to run from room to room to find my cellphone if I got a call. With this system you have the convenience of multiple phones (not running to find one) without the cost of maintaining a landline. With landline rates running $25-40+ per month, I'm ready to save the expense.
259848
I am not sure, but I think you can use it without the landline service. I would call Panasonic and ask. They are very helpful. I have it hooked up to a service, just so you know.
648436
You do not need a landline, just a cell tower signal. Read the info on this DB Pro...it says it works with most cell services I think. My service is Verizon.
2057682
Yes the choice is yours....though I don't know if it's the same in all states. In NY state you can keep your phone # or get a new one and disconnect the last one - whatever you need.When you call *228 the system is gonna ask you about that - swap phones on the same # or add a new phone line.
515924
Yes, you must request caller ID service from your phone company, and they will charge you extra for it.
1032181
Yes- We do not have a land line so you had to get Verizon cell service. It costs about $30.00 for the year. Small price to pay for peace of mind.
1194444
as far as I know there is no way to back feed the wiring in the house to make old landlines work. You can order extra handsets as I did and strategically placed them wherever you need to.
1405685
This handset has only one line. I don't know if it would receive one of the two lines you already have, but I wouldn't count on it.
1909946
Not very much... I would go with the Samsung galaxy proclaim cell phone. you can buy it at about the same price maybe just a little bit more but it's worth it....
1215881
yes...I did the same thing...phone service without internet is cheaper...jg
280191
You don't have to use the extensions, if you don't want to. Yes you can use it as your primary land line.
2207691
[RE:] The questioner got solid advice from A non-bias web service ( Computer Consulting Services ) In all honesty ( Since I purchased ) both the Omma-Telo Premium System & the HD2 phone two years ago , I can tell you to best of my knowledge that yes you can . The clarity which is superior to any other phone service , V.I.O.P & land-line , + the $ I saved to date , including monthly services to date is about $584.00 ! All in all I consider myself the fool for not investing sooner! You won't be sorry if you also purchase . Hope this helps ! ?
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I have a base and an extra handset and they both are exactly the same phone, so I would say you could just get the base set and be fine.