On 3/30/11 8:15 AM, ken wrote: > >> >> This description does sound like it uses the cell's in/outbound connection: >> http://www.frys.com/product/5916034 >> > > Again, I remember reading that bluetooth's range was 20 feet max. > That's not much. It'd be cheaper and easier and better just to get a > cordless phone... or? The point of these systems is that only the base station needs to be in bluetooth range of the cell phone. The extensions are DECT which has the same range as wifi and can be scattered around the house without worrying about wires. -- Les Mikesell lesmikesell at gmail.com