2008 VTech(R) Cordless Phone Lineup Features Sleek New Designs, Including First Handset With Customizable Graphics

BEAVERTON, Ore., April 23 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech(R) Communications, Inc. London: VTH, one of the largest suppliers of corded and cordless phones in North America, today announced retail and online availability of its latest phone systems. The 2008 line features the trend-setting LS6117 -- the first cordless phone to deliver creative control over the phone's aesthetics with customizable graphics -- as well as stylish new additions in the DECT 6.0 family to provide consumers with the latest technology for call clarity.

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VTech's 2008 phone models are available at http://www.vtechphones.com and retail outlets such as Best Buy, BJ's, Circuit City, Kmart, Office Depot, Sam's Club, Sears, Staples and Wal-Mart stores nationwide.

"The 2008 lineup addresses what consumers want today -- stylish designs with advanced technology features," said Matt Ramage, senior vice president of product management, VTech Communications, Inc. "Consumers want phones that fit their homes and lives, and that's why we've added even more options for customization, expandability and organization, along with advanced technology for call clarity and interference reduction."

Customized to Fit Your Life

New to the VTech DECT 6.0 lineup is the customizable LS6117, which was inspired by skateboard and snowboard designs. The front offers all the key functionality of a cordless phone while the back side is dedicated to making a design statement.

With the LS6117, consumers can easily alter the back of the phone to feature one of five unique design inserts provided, or they can log onto http://www.vtechphones.com to create and print their own designs, including adding pictures, to slide into the phone's back panel. No other phone system gives consumers this many design options or the ability to personalize the look.

Functional and Fashionable

With VTech's new DECT 6.0 DS6121 digital expandable cordless phone, users will enjoy a cordless phone sporting a sleek design to fit with contemporary rooms. The phone's silver metallic finish and blue backlit keypad and display provide a great ambiance that lends style to the modern home. For convenience and flexibility, VTech also offers the triple-handset DS6121-3 and five-handset DS6121-5, which offer similar features to the DS6121 (additional details below).

Trendy and Sleek

The DECT 6.0 LS6125-2 cordless phone system is the flagship product of VTech's "V Style" line and features high-end cosmetics and performs unlike anything in the cordless phone market. This second-generation product upgrades VTech's popular DECT phones first launched last year, and mirrors the "thin" trend seen in today's popular consumer electronics. Also available with extra handsets, the LS6125-2 and LS6125-3 (additional details below) enable users to place extra handsets throughout the home with only one phone jack required.

Quality and Great Value

VTech's chic CS5121 will appeal to budget-conscious consumers looking for smart design. The 5.8 GHz cordless phone system allows users to embrace the latest in cordless phone features, including a digital answering system, 20 name/number phonebook directory and caller ID/call waiting, all for under $25. Other versions of the affordable CS5121 include the CS5121-2, CS5121-3 and CS5121-4 (additional details below).

Feature-Rich and Easy Online Navigation

VTech's offerings can be purchased at the company's redesigned website, http://www.vtechphones.com, with special features to enhance the customer purchasing experience. The newest updates include direct access to featured products from the homepage, enhanced tools to help consumers choose the right phone to fit his or her needs, and interactive product demos to "experience" each phone before purchasing.

In addition, major retail outlets nationwide, including Best Buy, BJ's, Circuit City, Kmart, Office Depot, Sam's Club, Sears, Staples and Wal-Mart stores, offer a variety of VTech phone models. Features, pricing and retail availability for each model are provided below.

    DECT 6.0 Offerings

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    LS6117   -- DECT 6.0 Digital technology provides the best          $44.95
                 sound quality, security and range in cordless
                 phones
             -- Protects you from identity theft with digital
                 security
             -- Interference free
             -- Change out graphics on the back of the
                 handset using one of the five included
             -- Create your own graphics using an online tool
             -- Caller ID/call waiting -- stores 50 calls
             -- 50-name and number phonebook directory
             -- Voicemail waiting indicator
             -- Large reverse LCD with white backlighting
             -- Backlit keypad
             -- Handset volume control
             -- WiFi friendly
             -- Trilingual prompts--choose between English,
                 Spanish or French
             -- Page/handset locator
             -- Selectable ring tones
             -- Slim handset size
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and Best
                 Buy, Wal-Mart, Target and Office Depot
                 stores nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    DS6121   -- DECT 6.0 Digital technology provides the best          $49.95
                 sound quality, security and range in cordless
                 phones
             -- Protects you from identity theft with digital
                 security
             -- Interference-free
             -- Digital answering system
             -- Handset speakerphone
             -- Caller ID/call waiting -- stores 50 calls
             -- 50-name and number phonebook directory
             -- Remote message retrieval
             -- 15 minutes recording time
             -- Audible time and date stamp on recorded
             -- Backlit message counter
             -- Blue backlit keypad and display
             -- Handset volume control
             -- Last number redial
             -- Trilingual prompts -- choose between English,
                 Spanish, French
             -- Page/handset locator
             -- Selectable ring tones
             -- Wall mount bracket included
             -- Slim handset size
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and Best
                 Buy, Circuit City, Target, Kmart, Sears and
                 Office Depot stores nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    DS6121-3 -- This phone offers all the features of the DS6121,      $89.95
                 plus:
             -- Three-handset system -- includes 3 handsets
                 and requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and Best
                 Buy stores nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    DS6121-4 -- This phone offers all the features of the DS6121,      $109.95
                 plus:
             -- Four-handset system -- includes 4 handsets
                 and requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com

    Model                      Key Features                             Price
    DS6121-5 -- This phone offers all the features of the DS6121,      $129.95
                 plus:
             -- Five-handset system -- includes 5 handsets
                 and requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: BJs and Office Max stores
                 nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                             Price
    LS6125-2 -- DECT 6.0 Digital technology provides the best           $79.95
                 sound quality, security and range in cordless
                 phones
             -- Protects you from identity theft with digital
                 security
             -- Interference-free
             -- Two-handset system -- includes 2 handsets
                 and requires only one phone jack
             -- Digital answering system
             -- Handset speakerphone
             -- Caller ID/call waiting -- stores 50 calls
             -- 50-name and number phonebook directory
             -- Remote message retrieval
             -- 15 minutes recording time
             -- Audible time and date stamp on recorded
                 messages
             -- Backlit message counter
             -- Blue backlit keypad and display
             -- Handset volume control
             -- Last number redial
             -- Trilingual prompts -- choose between English,
                 Spanish, French
             -- Page/handset locator
             -- Selectable ring tones
             -- Slim handset size
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and Best
                 Buy, Target and OfficeMax stores nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                             Price
    LS6125-3 -- This phone offers all the features of the               $99.95
                 LS6125, plus:
             -- Three handset system -- includes three
                 handsets and requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and
                 Target stores nationwide



    5.8 GHz Digital Offerings

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    CS5121   -- Enhanced 5.8 GHz technology                            $24.95
             -- Digital answering system
             -- Caller ID/call waiting -- stores 45 calls
             -- Large lighted display
             -- 20-name and number phonebook directory
             -- 9-number speed dial
             -- Any-key answer
             -- Remote message retrieval
             -- 12 minutes of recording time
             -- Audible time and date stamp on recorded messages
             -- Backlit message counter and keypad
             -- Handset volume control
             -- Last number redial -- quickly redial the last 5
                 numbers called
             -- WiFi friendly
             -- Trilingual prompts -- choose between English,
                 Spanish, French
             -- Page/handset locator
             -- Selectable ring tones
             -- Wall mount bracket included
             -- Comfortable handset size
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and Circuit City,
                 Wal-Mart, Kmart, Sears and OfficeMax stores nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    CS5121-2 -- This phone offers all the features of the CS5121,      $39.95
                plus:
             -- Two handset system -- includes two handsets and
                 requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and
                 Best Buy, Circuit City, Wal-Mart and Home Depot stores
                 nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    CS5121-3 -- This phone offers all the features of the CS5121,      $59.95
                 plus:
             -- Three handset system -- includes three handsets
                 and requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com Best Buy,
                 Kmart, Staples, Sears and BJ's stores nationwide

    Model                      Key Features                            Price
    CS5121-4 -- This phone offers all the features of the CS5121,      $79.95
                 plus:
             -- Four handset system -- includes four handsets and
                 requires only one phone jack
             -- Available at: http://www.vtechphones.com and
                 Office Depot stores nationwide

About VTech(R)

VTech is one of the world's largest suppliers of corded and cordless telephones and a leading supplier of electronic learning products. It also provides highly sought-after contract manufacturing services. Founded in 1976, the Group's mission is to be the most cost-effective designer and manufacturer of innovative, high-quality consumer electronics products and to distribute them to markets worldwide in the most efficient manner.

For further information on VTech and its array of products, please visit http://www.vtechphones.com.

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