AT&T SL82318 DECT 6.0 Cordless Phone, Silver/Gray, 3 Handsets

Product Description

The AT&T SL82318 cordless phone comes with three handsets, an answering system and caller ID. DECT 6.0 technology delivers unsurpassed range, sound quality and security, while ensuring wireless networks and other electronic devices don't interfere with conversations. You can take and make calls in the basement, backyard and garage with exceptional sound quality. The SL82318 features three options for hands-free communication, which is useful for meetings, multi-tasking, conference calling and long on-hold times. Each handset in the system is equipped with a speakerphone on the back. The handsets also come with 2.5 mm standard headset jacks and are compatible with most corded headsets.

Product Details

Color: Titan/Charc
Brand: AT&T
Model: SL82318
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: 6.00" h x 6.80" w x 5.00" l,

Features

DECT 6.0 frequency avoids interference from appliances and networks and offers greater range, clarity, and security
Built-in digital answering machine offers reliable and instant access to messages
Speakerphone built into handset for extra convenience
Can transfer calls between handsets, multiple handsets can be off-hook simultaneously

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer

DECT 6.0 Digital Three Handset Cordless Telephone with Answering System and Caller ID

Integrated digital answering system with remote access. View larger.

Ideal for busy families and the most demanding home businesses, the AT&T SL82318 cordless phone comes with three handsets, an answering system and caller ID. DECT 6.0 technology delivers unsurpassed range, sound quality and security, while ensuring wireless networks and other electronic devices don't interfere with conversations. In fact, Wyle Labs, an independent laboratory, has confirmed that AT&T DECT products perform up to 45% better in range competitions against similarly equipped phones from the leading competition. That means you can take and make calls in the basement, backyard and garage with exceptional sound quality.

The SL82318 features three options for hands-free communication, which is useful for meetings, multi-tasking, conference calling and long on-hold times. Each handset in the system is equipped with a speakerphone on the back. The handsets also come with 2.5 mm standard headset jacks and are compatible with most corded headsets.

Cordless Phone Features		SL82318	SL80108
AT&T Cordless Phone			Additional handset sold separately.
Brand Specifics	DECT 6.0 Digital Technology	•	•
	Interference-Free	•	•
	50 Name/Number Directory	•	•
	On-Hook Dialing	•	•
	Conference Between an Outside Line and up to 2 Handsets	•	•
	Remote access to answering system	•
General	Frequency	DECT 6.0	DECT 6.0
	Type of Phone	Cordless	Cordless
	Number of Incoming Lines	1	1
	Answering Device	•
	Time and Date Stamp on Recorded Messages	•
	Speakerphone	•	•
	Caller ID	•	•
Base	Wall Mount	•
	Keypad on Base
	Call Waiting	•	•
	Number of Mailboxes	1	0
	Compatible with	SL80108
	Backlit Keypads	•	•
	Intercom	•	•
	Color	Titanium and carbonite	Titanium and carbonite
	Speed Dial	•	•
Handset	Handsets Included	3
	Number of Stations Expandable	12
	LCD Display	1-1/4 by 1-1/4 inches	1-1/4 by 1-1/4 inches
	Headset Jack	•	•
	Hearing Aid Compatible	•	•
What's in the Box		Base, 3 cordless handsets, 2 chargers, telephone line cord, 3 AC adapters, 3 NiMH batteries, 3 belt clips, wall mount bracket, user's manual, and Quick Start Guide.	Handset, charger, AC power adapter, battery, belt clip, and Quick Start Guide.

Customer Reviews

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404 of 412 people found the following review helpful.
Generally very good product
By Hawkflyer
I had been using a Uniden digital 5.8 Ghz phone for a number of years. While that phone provided reasonable service, it was lacking in range. We have a large lot (over 5 acres) and the 5.8 Technology just did not have the reach we needed especially outside. Things got worse when we added a wireless network for our computers. When the batteries started to fail in the handsets, we knew it was time to upgrade.

After looking at a lot of phone specs, it was clear that the new DECT technology might solve some of the problems we had. The offerings are not very extensive in this area yet so the choices really came down to personal preferences. There were very few if any owner reviews to go on (that is why I am writing this one) for any of the products available. What was available about other brands was not generally positive.

So we settled on going with a known brand name. AT&T is a brand name product despite being made outside the US by a third party manufacturer.

So far we are pleased with the phone. It has a lot more range than our old phone (though still not really enough). We have a lot of electrical items, and any signal must go through the 8" think oak log walls of the house to work outside. Even with all of that, the phone works out to about 200 feet from the base unit outside. The old phone would barely reach the front porch, and the driveway was out of range. The driveway is only 75 feet from the base unit. This new phone would probable go further than the 200 to 300 feet we have tested it to, if I was willing to put the base on the upper floor of the house. All of the handsets work anywhere inside the house, no problem. The base in located near the cent of the middle floor of the house, so basically it is in the Middle of the building and the interior walls are all of standard drywall construction.

The sound quality is pretty good, and there is absolutely no background noise or interference of any kind. The handset buttons are larger than most and this helps my large fingers hit the buttons better. Also the numbers are protected UNDER the plastic so they will not wear off. The buttons are lighted with an effective lighting system. The volume is adjustable and is adequate, but for my taste it could be made a little louder. Still the volume is ok. Ring and caller volume can be adjusted separately, and the ring volume is plenty loud, especially with four handsets ringing at once.

For my tastes the handsets are a little too slim and light in weight, but this is just my personal taste, my wife likes them the way they are and I would think others would too.

We also bought two add on hand sets for a total of six. I tested the phone inside our barn, and it works fine so we plan to add one out there. The barn is 75 feet from the house, but this adds another set of walls to penetrate when using the phone. I think for most people the range will be fine, and if the older technologies worked for you or were marginal, the newer DECT 6.0 will be just fine.

The battery life seems to be very good. While we do put these back in the cradle at night, we have not had them go dead yet. Even with a very active day of calls the handset does not seem to require topping off to keep going. I would rate the stand by and talk time to be very good. I would prefer if the charge LED went off when the handset is charged, but no companies have got this idea yet.

All in all I would rate this phone highly. I would have preferred the ability to dial from a hardwired phone located on the base, and maybe more message storage space.