The Panasonic KX-TMC98-B two-line jog-dial digital answering machine uses microchip flash memory to provide 33 minutes of recording time for both lines. Two-line operation with three-way conference calling allows for combined conference calls with lines 1 and 2. The digital duplex speakerphone helps reduce echo and dropout for more natural sounding conversations.

Jog dial operation provides quick access to the phone directory, a caller ID list, and recorded messages and helps with phone programming. Caller ID/call waiting (also known as caller ID with visual call waiting, requires call waiting and caller ID services from your phone company) displays the name and phone number of an incoming call even while you're on another call. Caller ID with pager call can contact a pager and forward caller ID information when the answering machine receives a call.

The headset jack supports an optional headset; a data port provides easy hookup of a computer, modem, fax, or answering machine. Other features include a multifunction 4-line LCD, auto interrupt, call screening, four-step handset volume control, hold/flash/redial, new-message playback, separate ringers with three-step volume control, switchable tone/pulse control, toll saver, and wall mountability.

This phone comes with a one-year warranty.