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For the most part, Bluetooth headsets all seem to offer a similar set of features. However, Motorola’s newest headset, the H17txt brings something new to the table; the ability to read text messages to the user as soon as they are received. With more and more states restricting texting and cell phone usage while driving, it only makes sense for a feature such as text to speech to be added to a Bluetooth headset. Continue reading
For a long time now, Aliph’s Jawbone has been the front runner in background noise cancellation. Many have tried to beat the Jawbone only to fall short. Today we will be looking at Motorola’s newest headset, the Endeavor HX1, which takes a unique approach to background noise cancellation. While the Endeavor uses all the standard tricks, it is the first time I have seen bone conduction technology in a Bluetooth headset. Unlike the Jawbone, which places a sensor on your skin, the Endeavor’s bone conduction technology places a sensor right in the ear. Continue reading
Just a couple months after we reviewed the Jawbone II, Aliph released the Jawbone Prime. Among the improvements is NoiseAssassin 2.0 which is supposed to work better in windy environments than the Jawbone II’s NoiseAssassin. What exactly do these improvements mean for the consumer? Let’s find out! Continue reading
A couple months ago, I reviewed BlueAnt’s V1 voice controlled Bluetooth headset and while the hardware end of the V1 was good, I found the voice interface to be rather useless. Today we will be taking a look at BlueAnt’s newest voice controlled headset, the Q1. While the specs are fairly similar to the V1, the Q1 sports a new look, a couple new features, and hopefully a much improved voice control interface. Continue reading
I have had mixed results with Bluetooth headsets. My biggest complaint has always been that the microphones picked up all but the quietest of background noises. The z9i from BlueAnt claims to reduce the amount of background noise that is transmitted. To complete this task, the z9i uses a combination of two microphones and BlueAnt’s Voice Isolation Technology. Sounds good in theory but does the z9i live up to BlueAnt’s claims?
Product: Bluetake iPhono Plus Bluetooth Headset
MSRP: $100
Supplier: Bluetake
Author: Bill (tomalakborg)
Date: May 25, 2006
Bluetake has put themselves out for making fine Bluetooth products, and they continue to expand their line with the iPhono. Previous wireless headphones have been plagued with the same problems of early wireless keyboards: low battery life, poor quality, and signal issues. Bluetake’s iPhono Plus is the… Continue reading
