I currently have a 4-handset cordless DECT Panasonic phone system. It came with a base that includes an answering system -- which I never used because my phone carrier provides voice mail.

I've bought new batteries for all the handsets ... but I'm still getting an error message on two. I've called a local repair service and I've called Panasonic--it sounds like two of the handsets are dead. The system is outside of warranty. Replacing the two handsets is the same cost as buying a whole new system.

I've been happy with the phones ... I like that this system had talking Caller ID. I do not need a answering system. I do not need a keypad on the base. I need 4 phones. Replacement is about $115 -- don't want/need to spend more.

Suggestions? Stick with Panasonic and chalk this up to a crappy product? Another brand?