
Let me start by saying this phone is a conversation starter. The retro design isn't just for show—it actually sits face-down like classic phones, which keeps my desk looking clean. I paired it with my MagicJack, and now it's my go-to for weekly calls. The setup? Surprisingly easy, though I squinted at those tiny instructions like they were hieroglyphics.
The smart call blocker is a game-changer. Robocalls used to haunt my landline, but now I can blacklist pests mid-call with a dedicated button. It's oddly satisfying. Bluetooth pairing worked seamlessly with my iPhone (though my partner's Android needed occasional reconnects). Downloading contacts felt futuristic—like syncing a flip phone in 2003, but better.
Sound quality? Imagine a 90s long-distance call with slightly less static. Not crystal clear, but charmingly nostalgic when I wander to my kitchen (range: about 30ft). The full-duplex speakerphone lets me interrupt my mom properly—just like childhood arguments.
Minor gripes: The LED message counter looks straight out of a sci-fi movie (in a good way), but 22 minutes of voicemail feels excessive in our texting era. And yes, the plastic feels lightweight—not 'cheap,' but don't expect vintage Bakelite heft.
Final verdict? It's the Millennial's landline: functional Bluetooth, quirky aesthetics, and just enough retro vibes to make telemarketers sound amusingly outdated.
