Nokia BH-503 Bluetooth Stereo Headset (black (with red side button)) Review

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(More customer reviews)So fed up with the appalling performance, quality and durability of other products - see my other feedbacks especially on Blue Ant - that I have had to date that I was determined to get the best eventually. Nokia's BH-501 or Cardo-S2 was on my mind but given the fragility of these high performing headsets, I decided to venture out a bit and see the latest of headsets, read some reviews of Nokia's upgrade to my snapped BH-501 (twice)- the BH-503... here is my story!
Unbelievable!
This product was instantly impressive on opening it up from its cute box - just got mine through Ebay this morning - very stylish, lightweight, impressively sturdy (not at all fragile like its predeccessor BH-501 which snapped on both occasions) with the most fragile part(back of neck of the earlier BH-501) now solidly reinforced - just like the fine Motorola HT820.
The ear speakers' padding are well sealed into the frame, ok you cannot fold the headset but hey, who cares? Nokia provided a protective carry bag which does the job. I was also impressed with the flatness which somehow made it appear flatter on the head - not like an alien when looked at from the wearer's front profile.
The colour combination - overall black with a touch of red areas around the ear speakers - is just right and gives it a fashionable look and "not-too-in-your-face" colours.
When taking it off, there is enough reassuring flexibility that will not break. And when you then place it down on a flat surface, it sits well-balanced on the surface. Without a doubt, Nokia has put a lot of efforts and thoughts into this headset and its design that I don't see a match for them yet....and I am watching and testing.
Since I did not have the time to first charge it before use, I know enough about these bluetooth devices to know that they have enough charge to test the headset. With a quick glance at the slim user guide, controlling the headset is a doodle, even the most technologically-challenge must praise Nokia for child-friendly operateability.
I paired with my HTC 7500 phone and quick as a flash, it is paired.....
Now to the sound.....I connected as usual to Sky.FM Smooth jazz radio and the music output, clarity, astonishingly balanced bass and treble tuned perfectly gave that exceptional stereophonic feeling that it brought smile to my face :) The maximum level can blow your eardrums if not careful! How do they manage this?!? This is equally true for speech
streams too....used BBC radio 4 RantRadio Talk and WNYC - AM speech radio outputs!
Finally, I made a couple of phone calls, and there was no complaints of non-clarity of speech, muffled speech etc...I even asked a recipient if they can hear me properly and he said perfectly clear! say no more... Oh by the way, the reserved charge on this Nokia lasted well into my 1.5hours journey to work and still going strong. I then topped up the charge to full in less than 2 hours!
Mike's Verdict:
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For just ￡55 (UK) it is worth every penny tagged to it! When I consider that the very expensive but cheap, tacky Blue Ant X5 headset with ineffective protruding micriophone that makes one look like a call centre operator, charged 'an arm and a leg' essentially a crap product, then its with gratefulness to have this high-class product.
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THIS IS THE BEST HEADSET THAT I HAVE RECIEVED FROM ANY BLUETOOTH HEADSET!!!!!!!
WELL DONE TO NOKIA.
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**** UPDATES ****
18 or so months later......
There has been no day that has gone by, that I have not used this headset as it is my only headset for my handset, wired are absolutely rubbish with superior handset like the HTC Advantage 7500 (that's mine!), and besides I hate the ideas of wires all over my head ...and ...face....;)
I am looking at this headset on my desk right now, and believe it or not, despite the all-waether DAILY wear and tear it is has been subjected to, there has been not degradation of anything on this headset, no expansion in the head-wrap, no loss or tear of ear pads on either side of the ears, the mic is clear with not particle obstructions, ALL functions buttons and actually quality of sound produced is still as perfect. This is unbelievable, there nothing like this ever seen, its just made like the old solid-state electronics goods - that NEVER breaks down! I have bought extra should, if per chance, it eventually just gets crushed by a truck (it has so far succeeded in drop from my head and stepped on) or dropped inside the Atlantic ocean (so far it has succeeded in light and heavy rain)! Potential buyers WILL NOT REGRET investment in this product, if you do then something is wrong....with the user ;)
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!!! WELL DONE ONCE AGAIN TO NOKIA !!!!! .....for such a wonderful piece of gadget, that nothing else compares to!!!!
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DISCLAIMER:
I do not have any affiliation with/to Nokia, nor represent Nokia in any way shape or form! I am just a delighted customer that love to praise manufacturers or sellers when things are good and complains likewise when products are rubbish! I hope this helps.

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Nokia BH-503 Bluetooth Stereo Headset: High-Quality Audio Streaming from Bluetooth Device. Over-the-Ear Headphones. Power, Call, Media and Volume Keys. Music Pauses for Incoming Call. Up to 11 Hours Music/Talk Time.

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NuForce BT-Sports Stereo Bluetooth Headsets (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)A good product that needs some small tweeks to be great. I have owned the motorola ROCKR s-9 hd as well as the Rocketfish RF-MAB2 HD. I originally decided on the Nuforce BT Sports after my ROCKRs shorted out on the speaker side. Since a strenuous work-out likely caused the ROCKR shortage, I thought I would try the NuForce. As far as the sweatproofability of NuForce, I was quite happy. I was even pleasantly surprised to find that the overall design of the set looked much nicer than the sample pictures on amazon and on the nuforce site. Additionally, the NuForce were quite comfortable. I was sold-- well, almost. Phone calls with the NuForce are unfortunately impossible due to the microphone being too quiet on the set. I called many different people and noone was able to hear me at a reasonable audible level. I was so disappointed because I really liked them as a workout pair. But what's the point of bluetooth convenience if you are switching between headsets? I had to return them. On a bright note, NuForce accepted them and refunded the purchase hassle free.
If you only need a workout pair, these are great and I think they will be reliable (I only had them for a week).
I like this company's potential and eagerly await an updated sports set.


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The NuForce BT Sports Stereo Bluetooth Headset offers the latest innovation in Bluetooth technology. It wirelessly receives stereo audio sound** from a Bluetooth mobile phone, MP3 player, Bluetooth stereo player or a Bluetooth enabled PC with suitable software.** Compatible stereo Bluetooth devices must support the Bluetooth profile known as ?Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)**The BT Sports is also capable of simultaneous connection to a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone using Headset or Handsfree profile. You need never miss a call while enjoying your music wirelessly.This headset is designed to warp around the back of the neck and loop around the ear for a comfortable and secure fit to allow maximum freedom of movement.

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Maxell UT/NB-2025 Digital Headphones with Ultra Thin Neckband and Pouch Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm not an audiophile, but decided to buy earphones for playing music in the evening when the TV is on in the next room. I bought these phones because of their price and frequency response numbers. Once I figured out that these fit on the back of the head, I found them very comfortable. There are no provisions for size adjustment, however. If you have a head bigger or smaller than average, or lots of hair, you may have a problem adjusting these headphones for a good fit. Some headphones snag on the user's hair. I had no such problem since I have no hair.
The sound produced by these headphones is good, not fabulous but more than acceptable. For the price, they're probably as good as any in the price range. On some songs, like one by Misty Edwards, I could actually hear her taking breaths during the song. I also heard some extra instrumental sounds not evident through my computer's speakers.
Voices have good quality with these headphones, but sometimes voices are overwhelmed by the instruments.
So far sounds have been clear and crisp with no static. Volume is adjusted with a lever on the headphone cord. Looking for concert hall quality sound? Pass on these. If you're just looking for a decent pair of headphones for a reasonable price, these may satisfy.

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The UT/NB-2025F is an ultra thin full ear open air design for comfortable long term listening while still providing the best possible sound in a thin open air design.The headphone features a gold plated 3.5mm headphone plug, with a 1/4 adaptor included.Inline volume control with a mono/stereo switch, and an adjustable locking neckband with swiveling ear cups.A travel pouch with drawstring closure is included.

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Headset, HT820, Bluetooth Stereo Review

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(More customer reviews)To start this review I just want to say that I started off very skeptical of this product. I didnt like the look of the headphones and didnt understand how wireless music could sound better than music sent over a cord. I ran into a deal using a corporate discount that made these headphones about $11.50 so I picked them up and here is what I have experienced:
:-:Music Playback:-:
The actual music playback is amazing. The bass is great as well as the actual sound quality. I am using the LGVX9900 from Verizon Wiress as my source device and I couldnt be happier. The actual headphones can get almost air tight over your ear which boosts the bass quality and how intense the sound sounds.
5/5
:-:Mic Quality:-:
I have owned a couple bluetooth headsets since they actually launched and I have to say that this one truly competes. Dispite all being the same technology it really does depend on the phone you have and the service you are using. With my 9900 this device is rockin. I hear the person clear as day and in return so do they. I havent run into any situation where the person on the other end hears an echo like you may find with pervious headsets.
Mic Quality = 4/5
:-:Range:-:
Once again this kind of thing depends on your source device but I can say with my 9900 I was able to walk all over the house without keeping the phone on me and I heard everything as well as if I was standing next to the phone. Sure it will start to cut out if you are far enough, but this is farther than I was able to go with any of my actual bluetooth headsets.
Range: 5/5
:-:Comfort:-:
From what I am sure you have read from other reviews the comfort of the headset is sometimes an issue. I too have found instances of this but I think it is something that needs to be specified. The headset can work itself into an uncomfortable position but this is easily fixed. I found this position occuring when I bent down to pick things up. All you have to do is re-adjust it and your fine. It's not a huge deal but I could live without it.
Comfort: 3/5
:-:Design and Features:-:
Design is a big thing now adays. Everything is jazzed up to make it appeal to whatever market or demagraphic the manufactuer wants. The actual look of the headphones is nice. Sleek design with combined with a nice shape and concept adds to the flare. The problem I have with it is that it sticks out a bit. We call it the Princess Leiah (or however it is spelled) cause it looks like the buns she sported in the movie. The headphones also have a volume up and down button on the left as well as a forward or previous song control on the right ear. It also has a slot so you can actually hook the headset up to non-Bluetooth devices. This works extremely well for my laptop which I do music editing with but doesnt support bluetooth devices. All extra features are extremely handy. With these headphones it isnt about appearance but the quality of the experience your having while using it...and that experience is good.
Design and Features: 3/5
:-:Overall:-:
Overall this headset rocks. With what I know now I would be more than happy to pay $100 for it if needed. This is my first Bluetooth stero headset that I have purchased but I feel i'm starting off strong. I love this headset and I think others would too.
OVERALL: 4/5
-Buy it and enjoy.

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Sennheiser MM 400 Stereo Bluetooth Headset (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was in the market for a headset for my iphone 3gs to replace the ear bud ones that came with it. Those sound pretty bad. The Sennheiser MM-400 by contrast, sounds great. One of my pet peeves with cell phones is having to hold the thing up against the side of my face. That gets uncomfortable after a while. Since the iphone also includes a very nice ipod feature, I also wanted a headphone that will do full justice to my music. The Sennheiser mm-400 does all of that and does it very well.
This Sennheiser produces top tier sound, and the stereo blue tooth works perfectly with my iphone. Sound quality is impressive and my high bit rate mp3 music files sound like real music...not the tinny sounding stuff that the standard Iphone ear buds produce. They are not an active noise cancelling headphone...for that you have to buy the next model up from sennheiser, the mm450. They do isolate you from external noise by their very design though. They are a closed back design and seal onto your ear to block out noise. I have worn them for hours at a time and they have never felt uncomfortable.
The headphone has intuitive buttons on the right earcup for adjusting the volume up and down as well as changing audio tracks and turning the headset on and off. The changing tracks function does not work at this point with the iphone, but that is no fault of Sennheisers. Apple chose not to implement that particular control function in the iphone with their current bluetooth firmware. That could change in future releases. Being able to keep my iphone in my pocket while listening to music and still being able to adjust the volume is very handy. Being able to change tracks would be nice as well.
Making or answering a call with the headset works great. If I'm listening to music and a call comes in, the iphone beeps and a touch to the main button on the headset stops the music and answers the call. Voice quality, both on my end and on the side of those who are talking to me is excellent. They have said they can't tell I'm talking on a cell phone at all. The mic is built into one of the earcups and is not visible externally. It works though.
The user replacable battery has a very long life. I have used the headphone for several days without it needing to be recharged. Recharging can be done through a USB port in a computer or through the included wall plug. You can also buy an extra battery from Sennheiser and swap out a depleted one for a freshly charged one if you will not have access to a charger for an extended period. The battery is rechargable outside of the headphone as well as while installed in the headphone.
For occasions when you prefer to use a corded headphone, the sennheiser comes with a cable that allows you to do that, deactivating the bluetooth system. For example, on an airplane when you can't use wireless devices, place your iphone in the airplane mode and use the wired headphone connection. That turns off the cell phone and blue tooth capabilities of the iphone and allows you to use it strictly as an ipod for audio and video.
The MM-400 can synch with and remember up to 5 different devices. Once you have made the initial synch, just turning each device on within range will link them.
Included in the box is a nice zippered travel pouch for carrying the headphone plus it's charger/cables. The headphones fold compactly for travel and are robustly constructed with lots of metal construction that has a quality feel to it. That bodes well for long lasting durability.

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Sony DRBT21G/B Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)The only headphones I've ever trusted are Sony classic Street Style - they're comfortable, affordable, and have great sound quality. When I realized Sony had released this wireless pair, I was all over them.
I had previously tried the Motorola HT820 Bluetooth headphones because I've long been interested in wireless audio, so most of my comparison will be to those.
Design
The Street Style form of these headphones is excellent - I prefer this style compared to over-the-head headphones, and I have a terrible time with earbuds.
The neck band is almost exactly the same as a pair of wired Street Style headphones, with a little less bulk and no rubber "ear rests" that would sit on top of your ear. The band doesn't seem to grip your ears as well as a pair of wired Street Styles, but they are nearly as comfortable.
The "foldable" design is something I could do without. I wouldn't care whether or not they folded, but the stock photo does not show how they redesigned the neck band to accommodate the fold. Instead of being a perfect curve, the neck band comes to a subtle pointed shape where it folds. Less attractive, but it makes no difference while you're wearing them.
Performance
These headphones offer excellent sound quality, but only expect to get this when using the A2DP (advanced audio) Bluetooth profile (this goes for any Bluetooth headphones). This is only available on certain cell phones, with an adapter, or with special software on a computer. In my situation, I set these up with my MacBook Pro's built-in Bluetooth, but I have to use a software workaround to broadcast A2DP in Mac OS Tiger (a Google search will help you find that).
The sound is surprisingly rich and satisfying. I don't think of myself as an audiophile, but if the sound is bad, I can't get into the music - and with these I've had very little trouble focusing on my music.
In order to get a good balance of music and vocals, I did have to adjust the equalization in iTunes (unlike wired headphones, which I normally just plug in and go). With too much low frequency sound (bass) I did find that some music had an occasional popping noise - lowering those levels eliminated that issue and the phones still produce a good amount of bass. The effective frequency range on these is limited but I'm not sure if this is a result of the wireless technology or the speakers. I can't imagine Sony would use lousy speakers in something with an MSRP ten times the amount of a fine pair of their wired headphones.
These headphones hold a very steady connection, within range. The Motos often cut out during simple movements like bending over to pick something up. I can safely exercise and move about a room without these dropping the connection.
The battery life is more than acceptable for my use. I've used them for about 2 hours a day for the past 3 days and haven't had to do a second charge yet.
Bluetooth/Wireless Faults
There are a few issues which I blame on the Bluetooth/wireless technology, as it's just not perfect yet.
There is a very subtle amount of static that can be heard when no music is playing, and sometimes in songs with less background music. This may also vary based on the device you're connecting to. I have tried eliminating interference and the static seems constant. It usually fades into the music while listening.
If you're connected to a stationary object like a computer, don't expect to leave the room with these on. Bluetooth has a very limited range. If you use them with a cell phone or just in a single room, you'll be fine.
I can't use my wireless Mighty Mouse while I'm listening to these. Both operating on Bluetooth, the mouse causes the audio to cut out every few seconds. Not sure about other Bluetooth devices, but expect interference. Wireless router doesn't seem to cause disconnection though.
Summary
My expectations of wireless headphones is very low. These are definitely a step in the right direction though. While the Motorola HT820 may have decent sound quality with A2DP (not tested), the Sony DRBT21G triumphs in comfort due to it's lighter and less bulky design.
If you are able to connect to a device with A2DP and don't mind the caveats of wireless technology, I would recommend these as the best I have found so far. I bought these for about $95 but they're worth the $129.99 retail price. The freedom is worth it!

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BlueAnt Stereo Bluetooth Headset - X5i Review

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(More customer reviews)There are two things that can annoy faster than anything else: having to spend 5 minutes untangling headphone cords before listening to music, or having a wires running around all over the place when active. For example, when riding a bicycle, one has to run wires down clothing, which tends to pull the earbuds out or the headphones off.
Research indicated there were very few options in wireless headphones that were affordable and would beam music wirelessly from source to headphones. Most solutions seemed to include a rather large base that remained somewhat fixed near a home media source. The Blueant X5 stereo headphones are about the only affordable, portable wireless solution available.
These headphones work absolutely perfectly, if all you ever do is listen to one device plugged into the base transmitter. Right out of the package, the headphones connect to the base and music plays through them immediately with no real work at all. They are portable, sound really great, and the specialized battery packs get about 16 hours before they need recharging. The range on them for a bluetooth device is pretty impressive, certainly enough to have the transmitter ride along with an iPod shuffle or other MP3 player in a fanny pack or backpack while riding.
They work perfectly, that is, once you get them working the first time and never change the setup. They don't work as perfectly if you try to take advantage of the other capabilities Blueant offers in these.
For example... these headphones can pair with a cell phone, and be used to take phone calls, which is perfect during the workday. The recent firmware upgrade (we won't even get into what a nightmare that was to try to do, but it DID work) makes things a LITTLE easier to re-connect to the previous phone, but trying to get the unit to balance between what it should connect to and when it should connect can be tricky at best, further complicated by the cryptic flashing blue and red lights (which I found in many cases indicate different things than the user guide said they were).
And now we get into more of the negatives. The battery packs are proprietary, and belong only to this device, meaning if you want a new one or a spare, you have to buy it through Blueant. So far, I haven't needed new ones. When plugging in the units to charge, the base transmitter automatically starts itself up, and refuses to shut off. Then, plugging in the headphones at the same time seems to lead to some weird pairing where you can't get everything to shut off, or the headphones to charge. They may be charging; the lights just don't seem to indicate that.
Next, a couple of design flaws.
-Flaw #1: the microphone plugs into the headphones in the same place as the USB/charge cable does. This wouldn't be a problem, except the microphone is tiny, and I am constantly forgetting to plug the microphone back in after charging, meaning I can't use this device to talk on my cell phone because the mic is sitting on my desk at home.
-Flaw #2: the wire that runs from L to R on the headphones itself is not enclosed, and continuously "escapes", making it vulnerable to breaking. Fortunately a small amount of electrical tape remedies this.
-Flaw #3: the batteries seem awfully easy to dislodge just enough to lose power, meaning you've shut off either the headphones, or the transmitter, or both. It happens every so often, usually when I try to click on the "accept call" button.
Learning what all the buttons do, and how they do it, if you want to pair with other devices, is its own form of complex programming. It seems like just when everything is working the way it should be, the headphones lose connection and re-pairing is needed with devices.
Overall, I'm giving these a 4. I'd give them less, except they really are the only feasible wireless headphone solution of their kind, which offers portability and the ability to connect to any device with a headphone jack. They are perfect for someone who exercises, especially on a bicycle or other equipment where a wire can cause a somewhat dangerous situation sometimes. Despite the difficulty, I am usually able to use them to talk on my cell phone during the workday, and the sound is very clear and stereo (makes phone calls a little weird, but they SOUND great). It just seems like Blueant could make them function a little easier, and fix a few simple design flaws, and this product would easily be a 5, no question.
For the money I paid, and what I use them for, they are a still a good value, despite some of the headaches, and should make any audiophile happy about not having to deal with extra wires or being connected to devices without sacrificing sound quality.


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Are you juggling between headphones and your cellular phone? It can be difficult at times to switch from listening to music on your headphones to answering a phone call. With BlueAnt's X5i Stereo Bluetooth Headset you can listen to high quality music and answer phone calls without the frustration of being bounded by wires.Compact removable rechargeable battery lasts for more than 12 hoursEasy Charge via a USB port on your computerStores Bluetooth pairing information for up to 10 different devicesBluetooth V1.2In the box - X5i Stereo Bluetooth Headset HeadphonesDetachable Microphone 1 x Rechargeable Li-Polymer Batteries 1 x USB charging cables 1 x AC Charger2 x Foam Speaker Covers User Manual Quick Start Guide

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JBL Ref 610 Over the Ear Wireless Headphone (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased these direct from Harman Kardon. I was worried because I have tried several Bluetooth headphones such as Logitech and Jabra.. I returned them both... for reasons of sound quality, fit, and issues with static or dropped signals.
I've owned the JBL 610 (made by Harman Kardon FYI) for a week now. They are AWESOME! Here's why:
1. They are designed for use with iPod's (4th Gen) and they work very well as they come with the needed Bluetooth adaptor for your iPod.
2. Build quality is out standing. They feel sturdy and solid
3. These headphones are super comfortable as I ahve worn them for hours on end.
4. THIS IS HUGE... the controls on the JBL610's work flawlessly to not only navigate your iPod but they navigate Windows Media Player 11!!! I can skip songs, play pause and control volume all on the headphones without ever touching the computer.
5. These headphones have no static, no dropping out (I run a ton of wireless stuff including WiFi, and Bluetooth keyboard and mouse)
6. These head phones when used with the optional 3.5mm jack sound PHENOMENAL!!! Hi fidelity sound that's like having $1000 JBL's or Harman Kardon's strapped to your ears...(caution these things can play very loud)
7. If you want to use them without the Bluetooth feature you can use the included wired cable to connect them to ANY audio device with a 3.5MM jack. So they are versatile... this comes in super handy when the batteries run out.
8. Battery life is decent. I get about 16 hours out of them.
9. They paired easily with my HP DV5t laptop... though windows vista doesn't make it clear how to set them up, here is some help: Make Vista auto-switch between Bluetooth audio and your normal soundcard when the Bluetooth headphones are switched off Go to Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Manage audio devices and Bluetooth audio is treated as two virtual soundcards with a single speaker output each - one for HSP and one for A2DP. If you can't see two Bluetooth 'soundcards' in the Playback tab, right-click and ensure that 'Show disabled devices' and 'Show disconnected devices' are both ticked. No sound will come out of your Bluetooth headphones until you set them as the default playback device even if they show as connected, so it's important to complete this step. Click the soundcard you want to use when your Bluetooth headset is disconnected and click Set Default then Apply. Then click Bluetooth Stereo Audio, Set Default and Apply again. Vista will handily remember the last default soundcard you chose, so that when your Bluetooth headset is disconnected, playback will automatically revert back to your normal soundcard. When your headset is reconnected, playback will automatically be redirected into it. This way, you don't have to keep changing the default playback device all the time. Bluetooth Stereo Audio and Bluetooth Hands-free Audio only appear in the Playback tab of this window when the headphones are connected. When you turn them off, the Bluetooth playback devices will disappear and the default will revert to your preferred soundcard. To get music to actually play via Bluetooth, you typically have to stop and restart the current track on your media player. In Winamp, pausing isn't good enough, you literally have to click Stop then Play to get the music to stream properly; this is because it will keep streaming into the normal default soundcard until it realizes the default has been changed. Some audio applications may require you to restart them altogether. (Source: http://www.djkaty.com/vista/bluetootha2dp vista has fixed much of the issues described in this article for new Bluetooth enabled PC's)
Now for the CONS:
1. Battery takes 3 hours to fully charge...
2. As I mentioned in Wireless sound quality does not live up to the high fidelity that this brand of head phones demand... this isn't to fault them... as no Bluetooth headset can match Hi fidelity wired audio. (However, this is the only Bluetooth headphone I know of that can convert to using a wired 3.5mm jack.)

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Sony DRBT101/BLK Over-the-Head Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)I am by no means an audiophile, but I was very impressed with these headphone from Sony. As others have said the Bass is by no means deep, but it is acceptable for headphones. Music listening was a joy with these as I was able to move around my house and still be connected (Isn't Bluetooth great). My main reason for getting them was to listen to movies and TV on my desktop and laptop, the pairing was a cinch with both of my computers. The sound quality was very good for both movies and TV, there was also no lag that I noticed between the headphone sound and the actors lips (sometimes happens with wireless things). The fit of these headphones was perfect for my head, they fit snugly but not too tight, they stayed put with movement (Standing, walking, head bobbing to music). Overall I am very happy with these Sony Bluetooth Headphones, I would recommend these to anyone looking for a nice low cost wireless alternative for use with a PC.
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Say goodbye to cumbersome cords and listen to your music in style with the DR-BT101 Bluetooth wireless stereo headset. The perfect companion to your Bluetooth-enabled device, this lightweight headset features a built-in microphone with echo cancellation for crystal-clear audio and clear voice technology for improved voice reception. Offering up to 11 hours of talk time and music listening, this headset can be conveniently charged through a standard USB connection (cord included).
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Motorola MOTOROKR S9 Bluetooth Stereo Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)My initial review was great -- I said "I really love these headphones. They are comfortable, make a quick bluetooth connection with my Ipod (just add a bluetooth dingle like Sony's and an armband Ipod holder) or anything else bluetooth, and provide good quality sound for workouts. They have their minuses -- you can't get them wet, so people with sweaty ears should not buy them, and they are not well made so if the set you get doesn't work right don't wait to return them. But there is no better set of wireless bluetooth headphones available, and it is just great to have your music with you when you run without worrying about wires. The controls on the headset are very easy to operate too."
I stick with what I said before about liking wireless headsets and easy to operate controls, but let me repeat these ARE NOT WELL MADE. My FOURTH set just broke - will no longer take a charge -- and I give up. They always break, always. Sony's headsets are more expensive, but sound just as good, and I will bet they are more durable. I would add that although these headphones are reasonably comfortable, the earpiece tends to bounce out of at least one ear when running, and you can't wear these headphones and sunglasses at the same time.

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Stay in tune and connected while strolling down the street with the Motorola Motorokr S9 active Bluetooth headphones. Combining ease of use with the latest Bluetooth wireless technology the phones are ideal for Bluetooth-enabled cell phone owners or for iPod owners with compatible adapters. The S9 phones are distinguished by a behind-the-head design that weighs just over an ounce providing the ultimate in comfort whether you're working out or riding mass transit. The phones' ultra-compact 0.51-inch ear buds meanwhile fit softly in the ear even during extended use--a must for long conversations or listening sessions. And users will love the innovative touch-sensitive controls on the sides of the headband. The touch controls let you easily adjust the volume skip or repeat tracks or answer a phone call while on the move. A mobile phone with the Bluetooth Stereo Profile (A2DP) or Bluetooth Adapter for iPod is required for stereo listening.

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Sony DRBT100CX/BLU Ear Bud Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)I had reservations about this product when I purchased it on-line, but I had been searching for a wireless or semi wireless stereo headset that fits my modest but specific requirements, so I tried it out, and I really like it.
Unlike other Bluetooth stereo headset devices I have tried, this little unit has great range. Others I've tried had a difficult time streaming audio at the distance from my head to my hand with my arm extended at 90 degrees, which is of little use to me. With the DRBT100CX, I can place my mobile device in my pocket or even walk away from it an easy 30 meters with excellent streaming clarity.
The ear buds fit comfortably and I can manually adjust the amount of ambient noise I want to hear by adjusting how snugly I put them in my ears. This is important because there are times you need to be aware of the sounds around you, and there are times you just want to drown everything out. And because the ear buds are corded, the Bluetooth transmitter doesn't have to be pressed against the back of my skull or hanging behind my ear; I can clip it to my shirt sleeve or waist band. While the precise health risks of Bluetooth transmissions are somewhat unknown, I'd just as soon limit the proximity to my head.
It's extremely light weight with a compact form factor, and the simplicity of the miniature joystick control is brilliant, even for my huge hands and fingers. So far, it appears to be quite efficient with power usage, and I love that it recharges via USB, with the USB charge cable included.
There is one item that I would consider to be a significant design flaw that Sony should fix if they design another (even smaller) version, and I hope that they do. The built-in, plastic spring loaded clip used to clip it onto your cloths, etc., is far too flimsy for even casual use. On my unit, the clip broke off at the hinge and it's just too tiny and delicate to attempt any type of lasting repair. I happened to have a small Velcro strap with a metal clip on it, the kind you might see threaded through the hole of an identification badge clipped to one's jacket lapel, which works perfectly for me, actually better than the original.
The price seems a bit high, but because this unit fits my needs, I use it all the time, so I'm comfortable that it was a good purchase. I have to deduct from the rating, not just because my clip broke, but because Sony should have given more realistic consideration to the design, for that price.


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Convenient standard USB charging (cable included) Sony DRBT100CX/BLU Ear Bud Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset has a Receiver with built-in microphone for use with phone (Hands-Free) function.

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Rocketfish Bluetooth High-Definition Stereo Headphones for Most Bluetooth-Enabled Devices Black RF-MAB2 Review

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(More customer reviews)I had to write a review between the Motorola S9 HD Bluetooth Headphones and Best Buy's Rocketfish Bluetooth Stereo Headphones because when I was trying to find reviews, I could not find any that compared the 2 products. I desperately wanted to buy a pair of bluetooth stereo headphones with a gift certificate I won at work. The motorola S9 HD sounds great, but the design is so flawed that I just had to return it. It sounds great (but not as good as Best Buy's signature Rocketfish Bluetooth Stereo Headphones, but I'll get into that later#, but the weight is so disproportionately heavy at the back, that it sags very badly towards the back and it sags so badly that it pulls the part of the headphones that go over the ear down so hard that it actually hurts after about 10 minutes. I really wanted these headphones to work, I really did, but it was such an unbearably flawed design that I had to return them.
Now... after returning this product, I bought Best Buy's Rocketfish Bluetooth Stereo Headphones because of all the positive ratings I read about it on this website and on Best Buy's website. These headphones are absolutely incredible! Let me just say that the fit is just right... they sag a little bit after about 30 minutes of use, but because the weight is distributed more evenly, they're not as uncomfortable. They actually sag less than the wired counterparts of this design made by Sony. This is the best product of this kind out there right now. NOW... about the sound... I thought they sounded JUST AS GOOD as the Motorola S9 HD headphones when I first used them! BUT, then I realized that they had an equilizer setting that the Motorola headphones do not. When I set the equilizer on my preferred setting, the sound quality blew the Motorolas away. Now, the only caveat is that these are over-the-ear headphones that may make one feel kinda dorky if you care about how you look at the gym# and because they are over-the-ear, those around you may be able to hear what you're listening to #again, if you care about that kinda stuff). In any case, they are lightweight enough to run with and the reception is so CLEAR AND GREAT! I can literally walk 30 feet away and these headphones are still crystal clear. Most bluetooth stereo headphones "claim" 30 feet of distance, but actually start to break up after about 10 feet. These headphones truly have range. Also, if you're the kind of person that wants to use these in the gym while lifting weights, they are perfect for that! You can simply leave your headphones on the floor nearby or in a cubby hole if the gym provides one, and continue to get crystal clear signal through your entire workout with NO WIRES!!! Again, they are comfortable and lightweight, and whether you are lifting weights or running, they're the best!

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Jam to your favorite tunes from your Bluetooth-enabled MP3 player, cell phone or other audio device using these behind-the-head Bluetooth headphones that feature 4 high-definition audio settings for stunning audio quality. What's Included Rocketfish Bluetooth High-Definition Stereo Headphones for Most Bluetooth-Enabled Devices USB charging cable AC adapter Owner's manual

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Sony DRBT22 Wireless Stereo Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)Works with iPhone 3G/GS with caveats (see update below).
Just bought these along with the TMR-BT8 iPod adapter. Pairing is very easy. While the headphones are off, hold down the power button for 7 seconds or when the pink and blue lights are blinking. The pairing code is 0000.
In addition to my 5th gen iPod, I also paired it with my Razr V3xx and Thinking T61p. No problems at all and the sound is as clear as with my wired headphones. These headphones do not have very much bass but it's much better than average in-the-ear types. The treble range is pretty good and better than average as well. Wireless range is very good, as long as there aren't too many obstacles. I was able to go at least 40 feet away with no cutting out at all. Simply amazing. Other features include controlling devices with the jog dial and volume buttons, which I was able to do with all 3 of my devices. I have not tried making or receiving a call from them yet but I don't perceive that I will have any problems. But with all the good, there's always a little bad. The control buttons do not feel firm and makes the whole thing seem fragile. In general I am careful with my electronics so this will not be a problem. I could see using these at the gym but I wouldn't drop them or place undue stress on them. This one is minor but the charger looks like it was designed to be compact but the prongs do not fold in and away. I could see traveling with these headphones on a business trip and being able to drop it in my laptop case would've been nice. And lastly, at this price, they should've included a case, preferably a hard plastic one.
Pros:
1. Easy pairing between devices
2. Very good wireless range
3. Intuitive controls
4. Battery life seems to be very good so far
5. Clear sound with no cutting out
6. Better than average sound quality
Cons:
1. Seems a little fragile
2. Prongs do not fold in on compact AC charger
3. No case included
UPDATE (8/11/08):
Now that I've had these headphones for 8 months, I found out that I can pair my phone and iPod simultaneously. I can be listening to the iPod and when a call comes in, the iPod pauses, and I can take the call. Once the call is over, the iPod resumes playing.
UPDATE (11/5/08):
These headphones work with my iPhone 3G but with caveats. First, you must use the Sony TMR-BT8 iPod adapter. You CANNOT just pair through the iPhone's built-in bluetooth AND you must not have it set to "on" before using the Sony adapter. It's probably best not to have bluetooth turned on at all. Second, you must have the adapter in and be in iPod mode before turning on headphones or they won't pair up. Third, you can get phone calls but they will not go through the headphones. And as with all previous iPhone accessories, you will be told that the adapter is an older accessory and may not work, do you want airplane mode. Just select "no" and don't worry about it. I think I covered all of the caveats. What is nice is that you can use the A2DP functions of the headphones like play/stop/FF/RW and volume, you will hear the phone ring in the headphones, and the music will resume once your call is over.
UPDATE (9/28/09):
iPhone ONLY. Now with the 3.0 firmware upgrade, there is no need for the Sony TMR-BT8 iPod adapter anymore. However, while you can play/stop music, you do not have prev/next or reverse/fast-forward functions. I recently upgraded to the iPhone 3GS and still no go on those functions. Hopefully this gets fixed in a future firmware upgrade.

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The DR-EX230DP includes a handsfree stereo headset for communicating online with its in-line microphone and an included carrying case for easy portability. The great-sounding earbud headphones feature 9mm driver units and three silicone earbud sizes for the perfect fit. Your next trip suddenly sounds a whole lot better.

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Wireless Cordless TV PC MP3 Computer Headphones Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)These are probably the worst headphones I have ever used. The seller was good, sent them instantly but the product is horrible. They claim to be stereo but theres no way, I don't even think these are good enough to classify as mono. It sounds as if you are listening to someone playing a staticy radio in the next room. No bass what so ever, the only thing you can hear clearly is the constant high pitch whine coming from them even when theres no audio being played... it's still there making your ears bleed. I went too cheep I guess, I just really didn't imagine them being this bad, I suppose you get what you pay for but these aren't even usable, don't waste your money even if it's not that much. Your ears will thank you for not subjecting them to this. Also the tower for some reason didn't come with a power cord and needed batteries, a huge pointless waste just like this product.

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This Wireless Headphones With Built-In FM Radio Enjoy music anywhere in your home or office without any wires! The North Point Wireless Headphones provide amazing clarity with wireless technology that emits sound up to 25 feet in distance.

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1)UHF/RF; 2) Carrier frequency: For Europe: 863.5, 864, 864.5MHz; 3) Modulation: FM; 4) Mode: stereo; 5) S/N ratio: 75dB; 6) Channel separation: >35dB; 7) Distortion:

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Sony DRBT50 Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)These headphones do provide vastly superior sound quality to any of the other bluetooth headphones I've tried. This is understandable as there is almost a $100 difference between these and any other headset I've tried..
But that difference in price was more than worth it as I no longer feel as though I'm compromising sound quality and comfort.
Pros:
- I use them 7+ hours a day with little to no ear fatigue.
- Very clean sound with responsive bass. I listen mostly to electronic music with lots of bass and these do not leave me wanting. The difference between these and other headsets I've tried (some even wired) is huge.
- The battery easily lasts an entire work day without need for recharge. (the manual says the batteries will last ~17 hours of continual use and I don't doubt it)
- Replaceable battery! I haven't seen this in many bluetooth headsets. Although it is not designed such that the battery can be easily replaced, there are instructions in the manual should replacement become necessary.
- Pair with up to 8 bluetooth devices. Most headsets stop at 2 or 3.
- Easy to use controls. The control buttons are easily told apart by touch. (there's even a music folder navigation button for devices that support it)
- Effective PASSIVE noise cancellation. as in they're muffs. they just block out outside sound and block it well.
- Built-in mic of decent quality for voice calls.
- Works perfectly with my Samsung SPH-M620 (UpStage) cell phone.
though any cell phone with the A2DP and AVRCP bluetooth profiles should work fine.
Note to Mac users: OSX 10.4 does not natively support the A2DP bluetooth profile (though there is a hack to get it working) but 10.5 (Leopard) will, so you should be able to pair these to a mac running 10.5
I think Windows Vista does have built-in A2DP support. As long as your PC supports bluetooth, these should pair up just fine.
Cons:
- susceptible to interference from other electronic devices that operate in the 2.4Ghz wireless spectrum. (wireless internet, some wireless phones, and other bluetooth devices). Of course, no bluetooth headset is immune to this. There is no loss in sound quality, they may just cut out if interference is extreme.
- the fast forward/rewind switch is perhaps just a tad to easy to accidentally hit while going for the volume control.
- I'm getting a permanent groove in my hairdo.
If you're willing to drop a little extra, I believe these headphones will more than make up the difference.

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Sony DRBT100CX Ear Bud Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)OK, understand that I am VERY particular about my gadgets and read tons of reviews before ever purchasing anything... my wife absolutely hates it, but it keeps me from having to return crap. In this case, I spent a good 15 - 20 hours in all researching bluetooth headphones.
I previously owned a pair of the BestBuy brand Insignia headphones which have started to crap out over the past few months. While I am not a super heavy runner, these seemed to stand up to the sweat OK, but rather started having a pairing issue when connecting them to my Iphone... About 1 out of every 20 times I would connect, it would somehow lockup the headphones and I would be unable to get them to pair again until I had let the headphones fully discharge. This became a big problem for me as I would then have to go for about a week w/o my bluetooth headphones every time that they would lock up. That said, it was time for a new pair.
When initially searching for my next set, I was looking at the Motorolla S9's, as these seemed to be intended for people who worked out with their headphones. I was discouraged however by the $99 price tag at the time and the so-so reviews and decided to wait. Upon the S9 HD's releasing, I almost bit the bullet and bought, however continued to hear bad reviews and that ANY sweat whatsoever seemed to break the headphones and warrant a return. This was not the quality that I was looking for and therefore I decided to wait some more.
Next I came across the Plantronics 903. This seemed to be a better contender than the S9's, however still only had so-so reviews and sounded as they may have some similar hardware issues that the S9 suffered from.
Next I started looking at the JayBird JB-200-01, as these are suppose to be nearly waterproof and much more solid than the Motorollas or the Plantronics. That said, they still had a large price tag (much more than the S9 and S9 HD's now) and I began seeing a trend of only so-so audio quality... While I am not expecting a bluetooth headset to match the quality of a standard wired pair, I would like to make sure that I am at least relatively pleased with my $100+ headphones so that I am not looking to replace them in another 6 months. Also, while these headphone look very cool in the pics, I think I would feel somewhat goofy wearing these cyborg like headphones in the gym.
Finally I thought I had found my headphone with the Sony DRBT160AS. These might still be a little goofy looking and some users have said that the back side of these push your ears out very bad.... Still though the reviews seemed to be mostly positive (newegg, amazon, sony, etc). I was just about to order them when I cam across the Sony DRBT100CX/SLV....
The first thing that caught my eye was the great reviews, next to a price that was half of what all of the other headphones I had looked at cost. Previously I had a huge biased against earbud style headphones, however upon purchasing a pair of skull candy headphones a few months back to hold me over, realized how far the earbud has come along. Earbuds now can offer the deep base and 'semi noise canceling' effect that over the ear headphones use to only provide. Additionally, you dont have to worry about having a large uncomfortable plastic piece dangling behind your head when going down for a bench press. One thing that has been a problem for me with earbuds is that I have smaller ear canals, and I would always have to re-push back in the earbud to get the seal to have a good sound... with this pair I was please that it came with 3 different sizes of adapters to fit my ears. The only thing that I was, and still am a bit, weirded out by with this set is that it has the clip with the actual bluetooth adapter on a wire about 24 inches from the headphones themself. This means that you will have to clip these to your shirt or belt area... this almost defeats the purpose of bluetooth headphones, as this means wires hanging down your shirt and the fact that to adjust the volume you have to go to your belt area and not your ear. It is almost like wearing an iPod nano. Still though I decided that this would be the way to go, as everyone seemed very happy with theirs.
Upon receiving them in only a matter of days, i quickly have unboxed these and paired them up with my iPhone with ease. I am tall at 6'3", and I would have preferred about another 6 inches on the wire to the receiver portion of the headphones, as I can just barely stand up straight and not have this tugging down on my ears... anyone taller would deff be annoyed by this. While not an audiophile, the sound is pretty damn good, especially considering the fact that they are bluetooth..in fact, I can barely tell that there is any loss of quality. This may be partially to do with the iPhones superior bluetooth, as my previous pair sounded pretty good on the iPhone but sounded pretty crappy on a WinMo phone that I previously used. I cant remember what pair of headphones it was, but one said that it had a very short range and would not suggest it for more than a few feet away... I just forgot my phone in my office and walked out into our warehouse, where at one point I was well over 75 feet away and had several wall in between... I was blown away! My previous set did not give me even a 1/3 of that distance. Now I am not saying everyone will get 75 feet as that seemed odd to me, but I am in an office where I rarely even have a cell connection because there is so much interference in this area.
I am sure that there is plenty more to talk about, and there are several other headphones that I looked at as well, but my overall suggestion is that as long as you are not taller than me (or would just clip this to your shirt top) that this is a great pair of headphones and well worth the money!
Hope this helps someone! Ill update this if I find anything negatives, but for now I am very happy with my purchase.

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JayBird SB1B Sportsband Bluetooth Headphones (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first pair of stereo bluetooth headphones. I had read a lot about the drawbacks of these types of headphones, so I went in with that knowledge. I purchased the Jaybird SB1 Sportsband headphones without relying on a product review as I typically try to do, so I was a bit worried at what I might find...
I am happy with these. They seem to be well put together. They fit very well, and I have not had them fall off my head or flop around or slide out of my ear the way my other wired headphones tend to do. They also seem to live up to the promise of being sweat and waterproof. I sweat a lot (to the point of embarrassment sometimes), and these have so far held up very well. I have already destroyed 3 pairs of headphones due to my profuse sweating! The ear 'cushions' do tend to get soaked to the point of being able to wring them out, but it does not mess with the sound quality or the operation, or whether the headphones stay on your head.
The look is a bit of a throwback, some might classify as old school. I like it actually, as they stay in place and don't need to be messed with much. For whatever reason - with other headphones - they would constantly come out of my ear or need readjusting. These, however, stay in place nicely.
Overall, I am very happy to have purchased these. I think they fit my needs perfectly. And, while the look of them may not be great, they get the job done, free you from those darn wires, and for me - may even distract people I run past from the fact that I have no shoes on!
Hope this helps...

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Music moves us to dance, hit the street in running shoes, or even to tears, so good headphones must sound great! The Sportsband Bluetooth Headphones nail it with a contemporary minimalist design and 4-way custom fitting adjustability.

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