5 January 2006
Hong Kong – Advanced American Telephones, which manufactures AT&Tbranded telephones under a brand license agreement with AT&T, today introduced new 2.4 and 5.8 GHz additions to the AT&T cordless phone product line. Suitable for any small business or home user budget, these new systems offer attractive designs and a myriad of options such as color LCD displays, musical ringtones and Digital Spread Spectrum technology for the ultimate in privacy and security.
“The new AT&T products expand the choices for consumers and small businesses seeking unparalleled quality in phone systems and special features to meet their unique needs,” said Matt Ramage, vice president of marketing and operations at Advanced American Telephones. “No other brand can offer as many features and technologies that give users the value and reliability they need in a cordless phone system.”
Full-Color Display Expandable Offering
The new AT&T 5.8GHz EP5995 cordless phone joins the top of the AT&T line with its full-color display and other top-of-the-line features. This premium cordless phone offers the latest technology innovations like integrated digital answering system, assignable musical ringtones, colorful wallpapers, speakerphones in both the handset and base and battery backup in case of power failure. Expandable up to eight handsets, the phone system also features frequency hopping Digital Spread Spectrum technology to ensure the best call clarity and security, plus complete protection from wireless LAN interference.
Corded/Cordless Model for Home Office Security and Flexibility
The AT&T 5.8GHz E5908 offers home office users high performance with the security of a corded base, plus the flexibility of a cordless handset for easy use throughout the home. The E5908 system features a fully integrated digital answering system with 15 minutes of recording time, and the corded desk set can be used in the event of a power failure.
Value Priced Multi-Handset Systems
The new 2.4GHz AT&T-branded multi-handset systems include the E2116, E2717B, E2718B, E2126, E2727B and E2728B models, which provide buyers with the convenience of expanding their handsets from room-to-room with a single telephone jack. These full-featured phone systems offer standard caller ID, handset speakerphones and the security of Digital Spread Spectrum signals.
The full AT&T line will be on display at the 2006 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, January 5 – 8, 2006 in the Florentine Ballroom at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino. In addition, the new AT&T phones can be purchased at major retail outlets and online at www.telephones.att.com in May 2006.
5.8GHz Digital New Product Offerings
| Model | Key Features | Price |
| EP5995 |
|
US$139.95 |
| E5908 |
|
US$89.95 |
2.4GHz Digital New Product Offerings
| Model | Key Features | Price |
| E2116 |
|
US$39.95 |
| E2717B |
|
US$59.95 |
| E2718B |
|
US$79.95 |
| E2126 |
|
US$49.95 |
| E2727B |
|
US$79.95 |
| E2728B |
|
US$99.95 |
About Advanced American Telephones
Advanced American Telephones (AAT) designs, manufactures and distributes AT&T branded Telephone Products in the U.S. and Canada under a brand license agreement with AT&T. AAT is owned by VTech Holdings Ltd. VTech is a widely recognized leader in the consumer phone industry.
About AT&T
For more than 125 years, AT&T (NYSE “T”) has been known for unparalleled quality and reliability in communications. Backed by the research and development capabilities of AT&T Labs, the company is a global leader in local, long distance, Internet and transaction-based voice and data services.
*Use of Caller ID Call Waiting features requires a subscription to Caller ID Call Waiting services available through your local telephone company.
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