Finally a no-excuses headset
925759
I have been through the jawbone icon and three jawbone icon hd. I have been VERY happy with the performance of the Bose Series 2. It is about 50% more in price than the Icon, but if you use your Bluetooth any significant amount and want to avoid people even knowing they are on a Bluetooth at all, look at the Bose Series 2. It just works!

Battery life: All day use without any trouble. Estimated 3-hour talk time without trouble.
Batter power indicator:  Does not have a battery power indicator. I enjoyed this azure on my Icon and wish it was a feature on the Bose.
Noise canceling:  This was a major concern of mine and the key reason I moved away from the Icon and its "Noise Assassin" system. The Bose unit flat out works. I drove on a noisy road; no pickup of noise.  I turned up the radio; only at levels above my normal listening level did some scattered bits of background come through.  I turned that fan on high; no wind noise and no fan noise.
Speed of connection:  The Bose unit connects immediately to the iPhone.
Size: very low profile. It does have a microphone, that i think serves to measure ambient noise, that puts the body of the unit off the head about a 1/16 of an inch.
Ease of use:  Has a call button to answer and hang up calls. Also allows the use of apples siri. Has separate volume up and volume down buttons.
Fit: The uniquely shaped earpiece fits well and stays put. I do not use the behind the ear loop and have been very pleased with how well it stays.
Look:  you be the judge. I like it a bunch.
Other:  Comes with a small carrying case that keeps it safe in a front pocket or in a briefcase. The charger consists of a wall pack with folding plug tines and a separate USB charging cable that is abut a foot long. It is directional, so you can't use it in your left ear for half the day and swap later. Choose carefully.

Bottom line, this thing works!  Callers have no idea they are on Bluetooth and I haven't found another unit out there that does the same.
961087
This is a great headset. i debated between the 500, 600 and 900 series and decided on the 925 finally although it looked bigger than the others. the sound quality is really just superb. fantastic purchase.

i use a lot of different phones and headsets all the time for my job. this one, i had bought for my own personal use. and i think it is amazing.

my ear is small, so the fit is not 100% perfect. but then again, i have never found anytihng (ear buds, ear headphones,ear plugs are all too big) that actually fits my small ears so i dun think it's the headset's fault at all. i can hear the person i'm talking to, even when the volume is set to lowest on the headset. and the person doesn't even know i'm driving because the headset is SO quiet! yay!
1515053
I have a large head and ears and wanted a nicer gaming headset. Based on the review from thewirecutters(dot)com, I decided to purchase this headset. I really like it. It is comfortable, sounds good, and I'm told the mic sounds good. I also like that it came with two cables (they can be switched out), one that is 3.5mm that works with smartphones or my Mac, the other with a seperate green and red connector for audio in/out that I use with my PC. I can wear this headset for hours with minimal adjusting. It's a great product and would highly suggest it!
2389795
I just got this headset today (after extensive research). I needed one that connected to the land-line at the office, but also bluetooth to my iPhone as well. I've never used a headset, and being in a call-heavy job, i've been told by everyone constantly how much they love their headsets. I figured it was time to give one a shot.

My initial reaction -- not very comfortable. Took me a couple of minutes to figure out how to place it around my ear and have it rest comfortably, which i wouldn't say it was uncomfortable, but you can definitely feel it there. Again, me being someone who's used to speaker phone or a handset, im not accustomed to having something stationary in that area. After using it all day today, i must say, i barely even notice it's there. I just went to leave the office and forgot i had it on! it's virtually weightless and after just 8 hours of wear, it's become a part of my face :) so much so that i had to write a review.

Now i see why everyone loves their Plantronics headsets. They're an absolute must when you are on the phone all day. it allows me to walk around the office, or most simply, not have to lean my head over to pinch the handset between my cheek and shoulder, so i'm already stoked to not have that neck-strain anymore!

absolutely amazing! great sound quality, very easy to set up and start using. If you're not a headset-person, give it a day, you'll be so used to it you'll forget its even there!
2594421
I wanted a headset both to pair with my phones and my computer for VoIP use. I've used Etymotic products before, and their headset stood out as having the best mix of features, comfort and ease of use, so I gave it a try.

The packaging is fairly minimal, although let me take a moment to complain about one of my pet peeves: "human-proof" packaging - took me a good five minutes armed with sharp knives and scissors to get everything out of the box. Other than that, inside the box you find the headset itself, a collection of ear tips, a foam windscreen for the microphone and a short (6") micro-USB charging cable. There's no separate charger or AC power source - you need to plug the USB cable into a computer, powered USB hub or some other device.

The various earpieces are easily changed and it seems like there's enough variety that most people will find one they're comfortable with. The unit is very light and comfortable, and can be adjusted to fit in a totally non-intrusive way.

I had no troubles pairing the headset with a few PCs running Windows Vista and Windows 7, an iMac, an Android phone and an older Blackberry phone. Setup was easy and the device worked properly with everything I tried with no need for special drivers or tweaking settings anywhere. Range seemed at least the 30 feet typical with Bluetooth, and I haven't had interrupted calls or anything yet, except when the battery dies.

From a sound quality point of view, I'd give the unit four stars. It absolutely does a great job filtering background noise both ways, and people tell me I come through loud and clear without having to scream or be in a quiet room. Although it's difficult to judge sound quality using standard voice calls, I have access to a high-definition audio conferencing system, and the Etymotic really stands out, head and shoulders above the previous Motorola and Plantronics units I've tried.

I only have two small gripes. First, the maximum volume could be slightly louder. Even at the max setting, I'm having a hard time hearing phone calls if I'm in a noisy setting such as on a train or moving car. The second gripe has to do with battery life, which seems a bit low to me. Plus, it seems to take a fairly long time to charge - several hours from totally dead to fully charged. Other than these minor complaints, I'm happy with the unit and would recommend it to anyone wanting a top quality Bluetooth headset.
2193871
I have had more BT headsets than I care to remember or admit. (Jawbone$, Motorola, etc)
I finally found this Jabra unit and it hits the mark.
Pros:
-An actual VOLUME button that has and UP and DOWN. (No holding the one button that is supposed to do everything but never does what you want)
-A Power button that toggles on and off (Again no holding the one button that claims to do all. Was it 3 seconds? 5? A tap??)
-A "normal" charger that most people have anyways (Its micro USB and very common)
-I can actually hear the Caller
-The Caller can actually hear me
-The headset earbud "sort of" fits into your ear but its still COMFORTABLE without protruding so far in that its scraping the side of your brain. (Comfortable and I can hear well !)
-Good battery life
-Small LED indicator lights that tell you what the thing is doing (on, off, pairing, etc)
Cons:
-The thing isn't the most invisible headset you could wear but it works great and may stop people from thinking your just crazy and talking to yourself.

Also, not sure what other reviewers claimed but I definitely got all that was pictures. Instruction manual, windsocks and spare earbuds
393211
I work from home on a Cisco software based system and have my headset on for 8 hours a day. I've used many headsets and finally recently switched from the Logitech h390 which are uncomfortable, the volume button always quits and the wiring inside always gets weak due to cheap build quality and it starts cutting out. I went through 4 sets in less than 2 years!!!

Here is what I like about this set so far... Although I can't speak for longevity yet, the comfort is so much better,  they don't crush your ears and the sound quality is so much cleaner and more clear. The volume buttons actually work, it has a mute button that lights up red and beeps when you turn it on, that's a very cool feature I might add. It also has a telephone connected/hang up button that lights up green on a call when you are connected. I love this feature too which other headsets do not have.

Overall I am very satisfied with this headset and lets hope the build quality outlasts my previous headsets.
2872758
I've had this headset for about 3 weeks now and I'm quite impressed. This is the most comfortable headset I have ever worn, and probably the best sounding one as well. The independent ear swivel makes these fit perfectly, and also blocks out all other sound in the room. The microphone attachment on the front is very sturdy, will not fall out, and can swivel or move in any direction you want it to.

More so a personal preference of mine, but the bass on these sounds a little overpowering. The cord has held up to everything so far but it feels a little flimsy, probably because I'm used to a much thicker one. Also the cushions on the ears attract lint and animal hairs more than anything I have ever seen before. However my entire PC is setup next to my bed on a coffee table, so the average person won't have any problems with this.
3451947
I have tried different over the head headsets like Blue Tiger and Blue Parrot and this is the best one yet. The large ear pad is super comfortable on the ear and the volume is superb. I like the easy to use volume dial button. The headband is comfortable and adjusts really easy. I like having the mic really close to my mouth, I never have a problem with people hearing me even in a noisy place. The battery life has been amazing. I have used it for almost 2 weeks and haven't had to charge it yet! Great product!
788541
until they give in, that is. I am a serious gamer and spend hours after hours in front of the computer. I was looking for a headset that would not hurt my ears, was light, produces surround sound and sported a rumbling bass. I have tried a variety of others but if yu are looking only for a headphone (not a headset) there is nothing I have found that beats this thing. So much, actually, that after a considerable time and my previous one sometimes succumbing to the bass and indicating a looming failure, I ordered a second one in advance.

This headset is extremely light and sounds better than anything I have tried as a gamer before. Given the low price, this is nothing short of astonishing.
1718230
I just received my Spectra USB headset in the mail while I was in the midst of scribing. I immediately switched over from my other generic earmuff-style headset and - WOW - I am pleased!!

I normally have to keep my laptop volume at 100% and I would still end up having to push the headset onto my ear to really hear what my doctor was saying. After having read multiple reviews on this headset, I ensured my volume was turned down when I hit "play" on the recording, then gradually increased the volume. I've been listening for several minutes now and have finally stabilized the volume at a comfortable 14%!  Here's hoping this is still the case on my doctor's busier clinic days when the hallway is bustling with activity and his occasional mumbles get drowned out.

They seem to fit pretty well, right now. They're not too tight - just enough tension to keep them on the ear. (And my headache from the earmuff-style headset I was wearing is already going away.) The connector between the ear pieces is resting somewhere in the air between my chin and chest, occasionally tapping my chest when I look down.

The only downside I can come up with is a rather strong chemical smell when I removed them from the packaging, but it already seems to be dissipating after less than 10 minutes. Also, I do not require a cord that is quite so long, but I simply uncoiled what slack I needed and put the twist tie back around the bundle.

Two thumbs up so far!!
3787935
I really like this headset.  I'm glad there is no blue-tooth.  I wanted a wired, easy to use headset with good sound quality.  I am on the phone all day on this, it works great.  If I wear this one out, I will buy another one.
2859655
Works like a charm! The M55 is very easy to set up, is very comfortable to use, and delivers great sound quality. I'm no audiophile, but I can still say that for 99% of people, the M55 is more than enough. Calls sound clear and crisp on both ends of the line. The voice-activated accept/decline call function is very useful, as is the Plantronics headset locator app. And unlike other affordably-priced headsets, this doesn't feel like it'll fall apart any time soon.

The battery life is fantastic; I've only had to charge my headset a handful of times in the months since I first received the M55.

My only complaint is that there is no easy way to check your volume setting, short of pressing the volume change button--and therefore, changing the volume when you merely wanted to see what it was.
3615385
I LOVE this headset.  It's light.  Easy on your ear.  Doesn't increase body heat around your ear.  Behind the head, so hair is not an issue.  Mic is great!  Price is easy on my wallet.

Not only have I purchased this headset 3 times now for myself (ear pads wore out from use on one and ran over the cord with my chair on the other), I have talked several of my gaming friends into buying them instead of expensive models and they all love it.

I am actually going to buy a few more just to keep around in case I need an extra.
1028495
I have been searching and searching for a headset where I could clearly hear the other party while driving on the freeway. I found it!  I LOVE having sound in both ears. I solved the "earbuds fall out of my ears" problem (and they do) by attaching ear gels from a different headset product. Also, and this is huge: with the combination of turning up the phone volume and the headset volume (there's a tiny dial in the dangling microphone piece), I can actually hear!  So many headsets are too quiet for me, and this one actually can get too loud, even with all the road noise from my car! I'm thrilled. And even with earphones in both ears I can still hear the traffic around me in case there's an emergency.

Having the R cord longer than the L cord is a different experience, but once I figured out that I had to wrap the R cord behind my neck it all worked out. I think the idea is that it minimizes the number of cords tangling in front of you while you're talking.

My one complaint is that the microphone doesn't have the best voice quality, and if you don't have it clipped up near your chin people won't be able to hear you. People tell me that my voice quality is kind of harsh and digitized, as though the overtones aren't coming through. But so far everyone has been able to understand me perfectly, so I'm not going to worry about it.

--> update 10/2011 -- I finally got tired of clipping the microphone to my chin (I clipped it to a long rubberband that I hung over both ears... yes, this looked dorky, you can see why I eventually got sick of it... and I switched to a different headset.
4175997
I bought this headset as a replacement for an USB Logitech headset that had a defective microphone. I am glad I choose this headset. They are more comfortable, the build quality is 100 times better and the sound is crisp! Even when they don't have a USB connection they are very convenient, the cable is long enough for a computer that might not be close to you. You can also use them on an iPhone, Galaxy and some cordless phones (I have a Panasonic set) as a headset.
2307705
I had been reading reviews on Bluetooth headsets for a long time, but wasn't willing to commit to a high price solution as I wasn't sure how much I'd use them.  I found these on one of the many "top ten" lists I came across, and was impressed by the good reviews at the bargain basement cost.  For this reason I thought I'd take a chance.

When I received these, I was impressed with the presentation of the headset.  The headset came with a nice zipper pouch, a large assortment of ear pieces, a clip, and detailed instructions.  The headset paired in no time, the sound has been excellent, and the noise canceling of the headset is incredible.  I have had some challenges finding just the right ear pieces, so on occasion they do feel like they're falling out of my ears, but I think once I find the correct fit I'll be fine.  Overall, This is an excellent set, and for the price, unbeatable.  I've already recommended them to other people.