Can anyone explain the difference between the new improved version and the older version? They both look identical.

The updated version is slightly larger - the vertical dimension is approximately 1 inch higher, the keypad buttons and fonts are roughly 1 mm taller and the platform for the handheld part seems slightly wider. You would have to get a better gauge to measure than the changes more accurately, I used a ruler and made only rough readings. The manual looks identical to me. The dimension in the comparison charts are misleading, I think they refer to the box size not the phone dimensions.

Does this phone need to be plugged into an electrical outlet?

Yes and No. You can still receive calls and make calls using the keypad if this phone is not plugged in but the display and voice mailbox functions will not work.

What is the difference between this new improved version and the other version?

Yes, there is just the color difference according to the company rep. Also there are two listings here for the white one, one says renewed in the title and the other does not but they are both renewed, black is new.

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CL4940 Corded Answering System with Backlit Display, White, Display Dial, Mute, Last Number Redial, Flash, Clearspeak Dial-in-Base Speakerphone, Caller ID/Call Waiting, Audible Message Alert

Product ID: 128030580

Details

Answering System Type
Digital
Brand
AT&T
Color
White
Compatible Devices
Standard
Dialer Type
Display Dial
Item dimensions L x W x H
10.5 x 9 x

📞50 caller ID history

🔊Extra loud ringer & speakerphone

🕒Time/date stamp & auto clock reset

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Description

📞 Never miss a call, never miss a moment.

POWER OUTAGE PROOF - Message GuardR memory protects your messages during power failures—your important calls are safe, always.
CRYSTAL CLEAR CONVERSATIONS - Clearspeak dial-in-base speakerphone with customizable equalizer and extra loud ringer ensures you hear every word, loud and clear.
STAY EFFORTLESSLY CONNECTED - 50-name caller ID history keeps you in the loop with every call, so you never miss a beat.
MULTILINGUAL SETUP ACCESSIBILITY - English, Spanish, and French menus plus hearing aid compatibility make this answering system truly inclusive.
SMART REMOTE ACCESS CALL SCREENING - Manage messages remotely with toll saver and intercept unwanted calls with ease—control your communication on your terms.

The AT&T CL4940 is a robust corded answering system featuring a backlit, extra-large tilt display, 50-name caller ID history, and a Clearspeak dial-in-base speakerphone with volume controls. Designed for accessibility with hearing aid compatibility and multilingual setup, it offers remote message access, call screening, and power-failure message protection. Its extra loud ringer, visual indicators, and user-friendly interface make it a reliable communication hub for any professional environment.

Specifications

ASIN	B07QDZD8C7
Answering System Type	Digital
Best Sellers Rank	#156,714 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #450 in Landline Phones
Brand	AT&T
Color	White
Compatible Devices	Standard Telephone Network (PSTN)
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (461)
Dialer Type	Display Dial (Tone Dialing)
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Item Dimensions	10.5 x 9 x 3.75 inches
Manufacturer	AT&T
Mfr Part Number	basic improved
Model Number	renewed
Multiline Operation	Single-Line Operation
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Power Source	Corded Electric
Recording Capacity	17 minutes
Telephone Type	Corded
UPC	827165684940
Unit Count	1 Count

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