The 7008 digital handset offers exceptionally good value yet is packed with all the features the average phone user needs in their day. The 7008 sits above the entry level 7004 and below the larger 7024 and 7016 handsets (which offer more programmable buttons, a silver jog dial and navigation buttons).

If you’re looking for an identical version of this handset that also unlocks all the IP features of your phone system, take a look at the popular 7008 IP handset.

Key features include:

• LCD screen display with 2 lines x 24 characters
• Full hands-free operation
• Dedicated feature keys
• Fixed function keys
• 8 flexible keys can be assigned to line status, speed dial numbers or direct station select
• Multiple/variable ringing tones
• Dial by name
• Menu driven operation

The 7008 is a great looking handset that’s so simple to use. 8 flexible buttons on the right of the phone can be customised to suit the way you work. For example, you can set them to:

• Show which staff are free and which are on the phone
• Work as one-touch speed dials
• Display which phone lines are in use
• Page
• Retrieve voicemail
• Activate the door release, and more

All these functions can be activated with a single touch. For example, imagine you want to transfer a call to your workmate, Simon. You’d simply look to see if Simon’s designated flex key was showing him as free or on the phone. If he was free you’d then press the button to call him, and hang up to transfer the call. It’s that simple!

The 7008 is equipped with a hands-free speakerphone that makes conference calls a breeze. Activating the function is as easy as hitting the speaker button during a conversation. The call is automatically swapped over the speakerphone, letting you and others in the room chat naturally for a seamless group phone meeting.

In a typical small business phone system, most staff would have their phone needs met with a 7008. It’s only worth spending the extra on an LG 7016 or LG 7024 handsets if you:

• Have more than 8 staff
• Don't have a dedicated receptionist
• Like more programmable buttons

Otherwise you’d simply allocate the more advanced handsets (7024 or 7016) for your reception point and managers.

This headset is part of Alcatel’s 7000 series which means it is compatible with a few different types of Alcatel IP phone systems. If you are looking to use these handsets exclusively with the iPECS system then take a look at the 8000 series. These are just as feature rich but are less expensive, due to the fact they are only compatible with the iPECS.