Does the battery "run out" after a few years? I have this phone set since 2010 and now neither handset seems to work.
2075386
I guess that's possible, I have had no issues at all with mine. I believe if you go on their website or call them, you can order a new battery.
819160
Try turning off any wifi, Bluetooth, gps etc when they are not in use. You can also set your screen brightness lower than factory settings. Ive had the phone for about 6 months and ive had pretty good luck with it. I usually get a whole day full of using data and texting without having to recharge.
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When you place the phone back on the base it charges the same way the batteries that came with your initial purchase of the phone did. I wouldn't try to charge them after they die out and putting them on the base no longer charges them... for the price, they should last a few years and would need replacing....
545612
I too leave the handset on the base for days at a time and it's always fully charged when removed. Maybe your handset isn't completely or correctly seated in the base.
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Hi Marie. With my phone I haven't had those kind of issues. The only problem I've faced is that the battery seems to last a lot less now (understandable, given the fact that the cellphone is a little old now) Did you try using another charger, cable or even a computer? If so, and the problem persists, it could be: 1. the battery or 2. the actual port of the phone. For #1 I've seen some batteries not that expensive in Amazon, but again, if the problem is #2 you may want to look for a technician or start searching for another phone.These things are sturdy, but unfortunately, nothing nowadays is designed to last more than 2-3 years. I'm sorry if I can't be more helpful.Bye. Hi Marie. With my phone I haven't had those kind of issues. The only problem I've faced is that the battery seems to last a lot less now (understandable, given the fact that the cellphone is a little old now) Did you try using another charger, cable or even a computer? If so, and the problem persists, it could be: 1. the battery or 2. the actual port of the phone. For #1 I've seen some batteries not that expensive in Amazon, but again, if the problem is #2 you may want to look for a technician or start searching for another phone.These things are sturdy, but unfortunately, nothing... » Read More Hi Marie. With my phone I haven't had those kind of issues. The only problem I've faced is that the battery seems to last a lot less now (understandable, given the fact that the cellphone is a little old now) Did you try using another charger, cable or even a computer? If so, and the problem persists, it could be: 1. the battery or 2. the actual port of the phone. For #1 I've seen some batteries not that expensive in Amazon, but again, if the problem is #2 you may want to look for a technician or start searching for another phone.These things are sturdy, but unfortunately, nothing nowadays is designed to last more than 2-3 years. I'm sorry if I can't be more helpful.Bye. « Show Less
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I have had a unit for quite a few years. I thought my battery had died and replacements were expensive. Started looking at just getting a new unit. Then I put the battery back in and it has worked fine for what has now been a couple more years. Don't know what happened, might have been a connection problem????
655285
Order a new set of phones !! The technology has improved - actually was already improved before your phones left the vendor location. Phones are so inexpensive now, it's not important to waste your time wondering why the set you have doesn't work any more. Believe !! and have a Happy, Stress-free New Year...........
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I believe it is probably time to get a new battery, 10 years is a long time, I replaced mine after 5 years.
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If the phone is new, the only reason I have found is extensive use with loud ring tones (set on max AND continuous ring tone until you answer the phone), large data use, etc. If its a used phone, the most likely issue is a battery near the end of its life. If none of these apply, there must be a power draw somehow-maybe a loose or faulty connection. ONE wAY TO CHECK THIS OUT IS TO CHARGE THE PHONE UP, PULL OUT THE BATTERY AND INSERT BACK IN THE PHONE AFTER A DAY. if THE BATTERY HAS DISCHARGED ITS AN OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERY. IF STILL HOLDS ITS CHARGE AFTER A DAY, ITS THE PHONE.
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Only when it's dead or You will shorten it's life, same as a cordless phone used to be , eventually they need new batteries from keeping them in the craddle. I wait got everything to die first , even my cell phome.
1488145
Yes, I have had this for years and still works unfortunately handset does not light up after a month of use. Other handset lost. Good reception, etc so we continue to use.
790280
Have had 3 of these phones over 8 years.Have dropped them from bleachers & other various mishaps & they kept on working.Using an old one my daughter gave to me & did have the battery problem(shutting down) but with only one of my batteries otherwise it works fine.Have Verizon for a provider but have never purchased a phone from them.
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It could be your specific battery. I had that phone for years and never had that problem.
509144
It sounds like a low battery. Radio Shack can test your battery to see if it does need replacement. Another option is reprogram your system and that may resolve your problem. I had the same trouble and had to replace the portable handset.
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I haven't had any issues with my battery. It sounds like your issue is a physical issue with the phone or the phone's OS has some corruption of some sort.
996001
No, the base does not work, because there is no battery back up for it. The handsets do work.
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I'm sorry you have had that problem. We had one handset stop working completely, and all of the others only work, if we stand in a particular spot in our home! I rated this set 1 star, and I am ever so sorry I wasted the money I did on it. I am currently in the market for a new set (NOT A PANASONIC!!!), and will bite the bullet on this one. Shame, as I had high hopes for it....