Archive for the ‘Bluetooth Headset’ Category
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
Aliph today announces the eagerly awaited new Jawbone Bluetooth headset to the UK. The next generation Jawbone features breakthrough noise elimination technology to provide even better voice quality in a more stylish and ergonomic package, 50% smaller than the original award-winning Jawbone. It is available today at The Carphone Warehouse stores across the UK and online at www.carphonewarehouse.com and www.jawbone.com.
With the new Jawbone, keeping up with your mates, or your business activities, whilst on the move has never been clearer. Featuring military-grade NoiseAssassin technology, the new Jawbone is unmatched in its ability to address real-world noise it literally feels your speech with its patented Voice Activity Sensor (VAS). Jawbone uses the VAS to distinguish the sound of your voice from ambient noise with incredible accuracy and then uses proprietary Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms to subtract the noise so only the sound of your voice comes through.
NoiseAssassin was originally developed for DARPA (The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency), which creates new technology for the U.S. military. It was designed to work in tough, battlefield environments, where clear communication is critical.
PARIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–After the success of the Bluetrek Bizz, ModeLabs Group (Paris:MDL) today announces the launch of the Bluetrek Metal, an ultra slim, ultra light Bluetooth headset. This new headset confirms the innovation strength of the group with regards for their Bluetooth activities, by offering differentiated products with high added value.
The Bluetrek Metal is a Bluetooth headset whose main used material is metal, it is extremely thin - 4mm thickness and very light; its weight doesn’t exceed 5.5 grams. Its battery life lasts up to 5 hours in talk mode, and more than 7 days in sleep mode.
This innovation was very well received by professionals and retailers alike, during its early presentation at the CeBIT and the CTIA. The Bluetrek Metal is part of the Bluetooth products line developed by ModeLabs Group: the Bluetrek Bizz (3 in 1 USB headset), the Duo Stereo (mono and stereo headset) or even the X3 (water, shock and dust proof). Those products are already distributed by leading mobile phones retailers, and well known by consumers.
The Bluetrek Bizz Bluetooth headset is the world’s first Bluetooth headset with integrated SD Card reader.
Bluetrek managed to combine a nice looking Bluetooth headset and a Micro-SD USB-card reader. If you remove the back-end of the headset, a micro-SD slot will show, allowing you to insert an SD-Card up to 8 GB.
See the video here. 
From www.i4u.com
According to a survey around 76% of drivers use their cellphones while driving; hence the headset market is a very big one and keeps expanding every year. To claim its stake, Parrot has introed the Parrot MINIKIT Slim, which is a very compact headset. This lightweight beauty weighs merely 83gms and can sync with up to 5 phones. It uses Bluetooth 2.0 and delivers 10 hours of talktime on a single charge. It features an omnidirectional microphone and boasts of NXT SurfaceSound technology as well. The headset comes in black and grey metallic form but around 40,000 pieces (yes, limited edition) will fall in the Parrot MINIKIT Chic range. These will feature floral motifs, targeting the ladies.
Parrot MINIKIT Slim will be available from June and will cost 69 Euros or $107.
From www.newlaunches.com
Aliph has been around since 1999, but the company rocketed to stardom in 2006 with the introduction of the Jawbone Bluetooth Headset, arguably the first noise-canceling model that actually worked. Its noise-canceling circuitry, plus the Jawbone’s style and sound quality, netted it our Editors’ Choice award. Since then, however, a number of new headsets have caught up—especially our current Editors’ Choice, the excellent-sounding Plantronics Voyager 520. After two years, Aliph has produced an encore—and it’s called, appropriately, the New Jawbone. It boasts the same noise-canceling performance of its predecessor, but with updated styling and without all the bulk. But does the new Jawbone have what it takes?