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93 of 93 people found the following review helpful.
Great Headset, Loud Speaker, and Excellent Microphone
By Nathaniel B. Jack
I have a hard time using Bluetooth headsets for two main reasons: either people can't hear me (I'm soft spoken and my car has a lot of background noise) or I can't hear them (my phone's audio volume is poor). Standard Bluetooth ear pieces don't really work for me, and as I travel frequently in states that now prohibit handset use while driving, I needed a sensible solution. Wired over-the-head versions of this didn't work well with my phone due to the volume issue.I've only had this for a few days now and it's been a slam-dunk. People have no trouble hearing me, and I even have to turn the volume *down* for a change to hear them. Pairing took a moment or two, but once I was up and running it's been a pleasure to use. I can even use my phone's voice activation system properly now for short names.There's a short list of cons to this product (which I'm happy to write-off as nuisances). When it goes into power saving mode, I haven't noticed a tone or other clear notification yet. However, all I need to do is tap the action button and it connects back to my phone. The headset isn't always that comfortable if I'm wearing a hat, but it is comfortable to the point I've forgotten I had it on.If you've had trouble with 'stylish' Bluetooth ear pieces, this is a great alternative that has served me well. There's no substitute for having a mic that actually sits next to your mouth.
60 of 60 people found the following review helpful.
Truck driver
By H. Csuri
As a truck driver cab noise is always an issue when trying to use bluetooth headsets. After going through the previous reviews and seen that another driver was satisfied with this product while driving a Freightliner, I was sold! Freightliners are one of the noisiest trucks on the road.After using it for a week, I am very happy! I had to actually lower the volume which never had happened before. I believe, I actually use it on half only. I can hear well, and I'm heard well too!I also like the 3 charging options: it comes with a USB charging cable, a cigarette plug and a 110V plug which both can be used with the USB cable. It uses the same [lately very common] charging connector as most GPS devices, and cell phones such Blackberries.
44 of 44 people found the following review helpful.
the first bluetooth that actually works
By John R. Oliver
this will be my 4th bluetooth in 2 years. i've read all the reviews on amazon and on cnet, and have spent the premium money on all that noise canceling stuff and premium high dollar bluetooths. i've used the various plantronics units, costing $90 or so, and they just do not work for me. i've used the jawbone, and though its sort of better..sort of, i look like a complete dork wearing it. i'm a contractor. i'm either outside in the noise and wind with power tools running, or in my van, where it's even more noisier and windier. all previous bluetooths were so disappointing as no one could hear what i'm saying. so, i've resigned to cook my brain, waste an hour a day standing around holding a phone to my ear, and was bitter about it. well, until now.this bluetooth is fantastic. everyone can hear my voice better than just using the phone. i'm guessing the mic being right infront of my mouth might do that? pretty obvious stuff. it's so easy and clear to talk hands free, even while i'm running my drills and saws, that i find myself talking probably too much. a few times i've ran the battery out in one day, which i think gives me 2.5 hours talk time per charge. well, it's not like i'm wasting time occupying my hand with a ridiculous phone, so i talk a little more. the unit works great. i could not be happier.IF there is a downside, it is trying to find a good spot to wear this thing when you are not on the phone. it does not work pulling it down and wearing it around the neck as it's uncomfortable doing that. it's too big to put in a pocket. it does not hang from the shirt collar either. what i've found that works okay is that when not in use, you push the earphone off my ear and to the rear, just behind the ear. it stays there pretty well...all day long. the boom arm flips up and it can be hidden close to your hair so it does not look completely goofy. when a call comes in, it's an easy move to flip the boom down and put the ear pad on my ear. though i wear it all day long at the job, i wouldn't wear this thing to dinner with the family. it's a bit too much head gear for that. so, if your lifestyle and environment is noisy and keeping your hands free to use is important and having crisp, clear reception is important too, this is the headset for you.
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not that great
JUNK!
