Abstract

A safe cordless telephone is provided for use in showers. The user-friendly cordless telephone can also be used when taking a bath or outside when it is raining. The dependable cordless comprises a special portable cordless handset with a water-resistant housing that provides a handset body. The handset body is made of an impact-resistant plastic capable of withstanding water pressure and is insulated to prevent electrical shock. A water-resistant antenna extends upwardly from the handset. A battery seal is positioned about the battery chamber to prevent water from entering into the battery chamber. An elastomeric rib is snugly positioned about the front and back of the handset to prevent water from entering into the interior of the handset and shorting the telephone circuitry. The earpiece and mouthpiece of the handset can also have water impermeable membranes to prevent water from passing into the earpiece and mouthpiece of the handset. The back of the handset can have discs or segments to enhance gripping of the handset and prevent slippage of the handset in a shower. The front of the handset can also have a thumb-engaging depression to facilitate gripping of the handset in a shower. The base unit is located away from the shower and has a base antenna and a battery charger, as well as other features.