Archive for the ‘Bluetooth Headset’ Category
BlueAnt has announced its V1 Bluetooth headset billed as the world’s first voice controlled headset. The headset is the first to use the new Bluetooth 2.1 specification and it utilizes BlueGenie Voice Interface and BlueAnt Voice Isolation Technology.
The V1 can respond to voice commands like "Pair Me," "Redial", "Call back," "Answer/ignore Call," and more. The headset also understands the "What Can I Say" command and will list the voice commands it responds to.
The headset can pair with up to eight devices, comes with foam tips and different sized ear gels, weighs less than .35 ounces, and has up to 5 hours talk time or 200 hours on standby. The headset retails for $129.95.
Apple stores nationwide are now stocking the Aliph Jawbone 2 Bluetooth headset. This follow-up to the original Jawbone offers a smaller, slimmer design, and is available in several different colors.
The Aliph Jawbone 2 uses patented NoiseAssassin technology, which is designed to block outside noise and only carry your voice through to the other person. This is especially useful in loud situations such as the airport or a busy shopping mall.
The Aliph Jawbone 2 is available today in Apple’s retail stores and online through Apple’s website, priced at $129.95.
GN has launched the Jabra BT2050 Bluetooth headset with a simple design - and simple price tag of £20.
With the design centred around an "elegant" silver disk, the BT2050 offers two wearing styles - with or without earhook - and comes in two sizes.
Offering automatic pairing, call ending by touching the disk and up to 4 hours talk time, the features are as light as its 8 gram weight.
Measuring just over 4cm in length, the BT2050 is available now from O2 stores across the country priced at approximately £19.99.
Do you have a pathological hatred of trailing wires when you’re out and about?
Well for £299.99, you can buy the MX W1 wireless headphone system from Sennheiser.
The manufacturer claims that they can transmit full CD-quality stereo audio.
Available later on this month, but only in limited numbers, Sennheiser is claiming a world first with the earphones because of their Wi-Fi technology.
They use new ‘Kleer’ digital wireless technology to transmit
at 2.37MB/s peak bit rate and offer "unprecedented immunity to interference".
This is claimed to be 10x more efficient that Bluetooth.
Sennheiser adds that there is no Lip Sync problems with video, so the earphones are perfect for use with the iPhone 1G and 3G and all iPods or indeed any player with a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The system comes with a dock that gives a full day’s use on one charge.
Design wise - the earphones use a secure ‘Twist to Fit’ design with no hooks or headbands, and ear adapters of various sizes are included.
Sound is sent from a tiny transmitter, which is fed from any device with a 3.5mm headphone output and is attached to the player using one of four different sized rubber bands.
The transmitter can to transmit to two pairs of MX W1, enabling two people to listen to the same audio player at the same time.
Jabra JX20 Pura Titanium Bluetooth headset from GN Netcom is said to be the first of its kind. It looks cool sporting brushed anodized titanium faceplate with a black trim. Designed by a Danish designer, this Bluetooth-enabled wireless headset uses digital sound processing and intelligent volume control. Specs include a rotating earpiece, up to six hours of talk time, one-touch controls, USB charging and support for Bluetooth 2.0.
The Jabra JX20 Pura is available now for around $150.
Only five years ago Bluetooth headsets were a new idea. Back then, it was impressive that they even worked—never mind how they sounded. But with the advent of advanced noise-canceling circuitry, as in the original Aliph Jawbone, manufacturers are beginning to pay more attention to audio quality these days—specifically, how good you sound to callers on the other end. As a result, by old-school standards, Samsung ’s WEP700 would be a great device, but it doesn’t quite measure up to the current class leaders in noise cancellation. Still, it’s a quality headset that looks sharp and is easy to wear.
Available in black or silver, the WEP700 measures 0.7 by 1.8 by 0.4 inches (HWD) and weighs 0.4 ounces. The volume buttons are on opposite sides of the unit and are a bit too small to handle easily. I was able to get used to them quickly, though. The multifunction call button is easy to press, and there’s an indicator light that flashes blue when the unit is in use. It’s solid blue during pairing, and flashes red when the battery is low. All you get in the package is the headset, its AC charger, a small user manual, and a quick-start guide. There are no additional earbuds, no extra ear hooks—so it’s a one-size-fits-all proposition. These aren’t necessarily deal breakers, but the lack of a USB cable for PC charging or a car charger might be disappointing to some.
Bluetooth headsets have come a long way with talk times now reaching more than that of a phone. Thre new headsets have been introduced by Sony Ericsson which feature rich colors and for varied consumers. HBH-PV-715 appears to be the low frills low price model. HBH-PV-720 a fashionable variant with Style Up covers for personalizing its appearance. Package includes a pouch and a silver necklace. HBH-PV-740 a corporate model for the executive who is on the move, the only one featuring a status display and a headset desk stand and USB charger. Obviously you also get a silver necklace for one of those elite parties you plan to attend.
All three models feature
800 hours of battery life in standby mode
11 hours of talk time
Removable ear hooks
Bluetooth 2.0
EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Prices could fall between the range of $116.97 to $194.50 no official announcement on prices & time of launch.
The girls in the picture aren’t that impressed with this World First. In fact, they look like they’re positively bored by the fact that LG has introduced a phone which packs its own Bluetooth headset. Perhaps it’s because when you slide out the headset from the back, you leave it looking like you’ve forgotten to replace the battery cover. That might be it.
It’s the LG Decoy, and whilst it’s initially being launched on Verizon, they’ve promised other countries in the future. As well as having a headset that charges whilst docked in the phone, it touts a 2 megapixel camera and microSD card slot.
With its recently announced H560 and H620 Bluetooth headsets, Motorola is hitting the streets with advanced noise reduction and echo cancellation designed with drivers in mind.
The Motorola H560 is a basic headset, though it does feature EasyPair technology to make connecting it with your phone a breeze. The H560 will also automatically adjust the volume by analyzing the level of background noise. The headset uses a slim over the ear hook and has a three-color light that can quickly show the remaining battery life.
The Motorola H620 is targeted towards drivers who need to stay connected, and comes with a handy dashboard holder and quick charger. This headset also features automatic volume control, as well as EasyPair technology.
Both the Motorola H560 and Motorola H620 are planned to be available later this year, though pricing was not announced.
SouthWing, a world leader in feature-rich Bluetooth headsets personalized to mobile operator needs has announced the SH241 Bluetooth headset will be sold in the U.S. solely through AT&T company-owned stores and online at www.wireless.att.com.
The SH241 has many features that distinguish it from other Bluetooth headsets available, such as:
Whisper Mode
With Whisper mode screening calls has never been easier at inopportune times such as in a company meeting or while driving. In Whisper mode the headset identifies the incoming calls by announcing the phone number audibly.
PUSH4 and AT&T *8 VoiceInfo
SouthWing’s patented PUSH4 button makes calling your favorite number or accessing AT&T’s *8 VoiceInfo service effortless. The default number stored gives direct access to rich audio content like sports, stock quotes, horoscopes, weather and much more via AT&T’s popular *8 VoiceInfo, or program the number you call the most for one touch dialing.
Auto Call Pick-Up
Automatic Call Pick Up is also available, automatically answering all incoming calls after 3 seconds when activated with no need to touch the headset or the phone.
Personalization and Other Features
3 interchangeable covers, 12 ring tones, and 4 different ear buds so you can personalize your headset to your own style and comfort. Up to 7 hours talk time with automatic power save after 12 hours and as auto-paring to your mobile when first turned on. A secure metal clip allows for easy carrying clipped to a shirt or coat as well.
The SH241 will retail for US$39.99 at all AT&T company-owned stores in the U.S. and at www.wireless.att.com