Magnetically aligned handset

Abstract

A communication device includes a magnetically aligning handset. In an embodiment, an alignment element in the handset magnetically couples with a corresponding alignment element in a cradle portion when the handset is in an on-hook position. The handset engages a hookswitch on the cradle portion of the communication device while in the on-hook position. When the hookswitch is engaged, the handset is not active for communication. The magnetic alignment elements may assist in guiding the handset into the on-hook position and may secure the handset against inadvertent disturbances to the off-hook position. Each alignment element may include a number of magnetic regions and non-magnetic regions, selected to align the handset in a particular orientation within the cradle.

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