but wasn't happy. I also used Plantronics in other models
582494
This is the second one I have purchased. Tried another brand, but wasn't happy. I also used Plantronics in other models,
4375996
The earpiece is not like the old plantronics line with the clear removable earpieces that worked without an ear hook.

This one forces you to use the ear hook and the soft part extends into your ear canal but is very large and angled funny so it really doesn't fit well. The ear hook also doesn't work well with glasses and I have to fight with it in the car, making it just about as deadly as just holding the phone to my ear.

Sounds quality is also a step down from my M100, though it may be due to the poor earpiece fit.
4106385
I bought this to replace an older Sennheiser wireless headphone unit that I've owned for many years.  I had high hopes because this new model uses digital technology that promises better sound quality and hopefully longer range.  I was disappointed.  Here's why:

1.  Annoying hiss in the background.  At low volumes, there's an annoying hiss that always present on the headphones, even when the transmitter is off.

2.  Annoying LEDs.  This unit and the base has a number of very bright and annoying LEDs.  Even worse, they often flash, rather than remaining solid.  Since I use these at night to watch TV while my wife sleeps, the flashing lights from the headphones and the base unit are incredibly annoying.  I was able to mostly solve this problem by the use of LED DIM stickers, but it's just annoying.  If you don't plan to use these in the dark, this may not bother you.

3.  Too small:  The earcups on these headphones are much smaller than on the older model, which makes them unconfortable to wear for any substantial period of time.  I'm a relatively tall man, and so if you've got a smaller head, this won't bother you.

4.  Annoying controls:

The older model didn't require you to push a button on the base unit to listen.  You just had to turn on the headphone and start listening.  This new model requires you to hit a power button both on the base unit and the headphones to get started.

The actual control buttons on the headphones are very difficult to identify and push while wearing the headphones.  The older model had a rotary dial for volume and a movable switch for power, which made it very easy to operate by feel alone.  These new ones have five buttons (power, volume up, volume down, and two sounds related buttons) which are all in the same general area and which all feel relatively similar.

On the plus side, the sound quality is very good when the volume is up loud enough to cover the hiss, and the range appears to be as good as the old model with no static at the fringes.

Overall, I don't like these new ones at all, and will probably return them before the return window closes.
2755151
I gave this unit 2 stars only because I like my Plantronic's Voyager bluetooth for the most part (some sensitivity issues, but overall good product).  These wireless earbuds on the other hand.... I should of listened to the other unsatisfied reviews, I mimic what was written here about uncomfortable, always falling out, poor sound (I had to crank up my mp3 player just to hear muffled music), poor battery life. I'm not a electronic designer so maybe they had a reason to put the "receiver" where they did, and in the configuration they did, but it just didn't work for the design of the ear. A 90 degree, or possibly on the wire itself rather than these rather big balky receivers coming straight out of the ear. Back to the drawing board Plantronics.
3120278
I'm not a bluetooth headset connoisseur, having only owned 3 different ones, but I can at least share my disappointment to warn others off.  I previously had a Plantronics Savor M1100 Bluetooth Headset, which worked great, good battery life, great clarity on both ends even while driving.  Unfortunately, that headset came out of the dryer one day.  Trying to save money, I bought this one instead.  Now every time I try to use it, I can hear just fine, but the person on the other end simply cannot hear or understand what I am saying.  Very disappointed given prior Plantronics experience.  Will have to buy another Savor M1100, since I read the reviews on the M55 and feel like I was misled.
735777
If I were to do it again, I'd get the pricier version.  I've had better experience with Plantronics in the past.  I was trying to skimp this time, and I wish I hadn't.  Overall, it's an ok headset.
4435282
NOTE: I wrote the information below after trying this device in the real world. It's a neat earphone/headset, if you are satisfied with using it in one ear. This comes with a bracket you can use to hold it in place on your right ear, but not your left. A day after I wrote the information below I had to make an hour-long drive to a client and found this impossible to use. As mentioned below, my right ear rings and my hearing is marginal. This is impossible to use on the left ear. The behind-the-ear loop used to anchor this to your ear does not work on the left ear. I ordered two of these, one for my wife as a Christmas gift. She tried mine and agreed with my evaluation. I just returned both because we could not use them.
I just received one of these for myself, and one as a Christmas gift for my wife. I was worried about this purchase, and more-so after it arrived. I could not figure out how to use this on my left ear--the hearing in my right ear was damaged during the Gulf war. Comments varied whether you could or could not wear this device on the left ear. You can, but it is very awkward to do so and looks rather geeky--the microphone arm points in a very awkward position, like you are talking through your ears. I tested the audio by calling my home phone and it sounded ok. You can not use the behind-the-ear support on your left ear and this seems very shaky.
I have to use a headset when making phone calls on the road because I park the car and need both hands free to take notes and check paperwork.
Over-all, I really like this unit. I have bought several and had to return them because they just did not work. I think this one is a keeper, but will have to test it further.
The manual is absurdly small, aren't they all--I always scan these and print them out at 8 x 11".
Despite some comments about the sloppy writing, this shows several drawings of the headset and holder that are very useful.
I found this awkward to link to my phone, because the blue/red light is very small, was able to do so when I watched closely. The name of this when it links to the phone is a lot easier than some to find as it uses the phone's actual name, some others use numbers you do not know are related to the phone.
Two other nice features are the clip that goes on the back of the base to mount it on an vent in the car; and the fact it has charging inputs on both the base unit and the phone. Often, I lose the base unit and it does not show up for days or weeks, with this unit as long as I do not lose the phone itself it can be charged. A search under the driver's seat in my truck would would probably reveal several of my previous units that I have had to replace because I dropped them and they mysteriously disappeared.
3107729
Functionality is good.... Was sad my Jawbone died and the company is out... was a great product. This one works, but the range is not quite as good and occasionally drops to tell me "no phone is connected".  My only real complaint is that for my ear, it is HORRIBLY uncomfortable.  Plantronics could take a clue from the physical design of the jawbone earpiece and its variety of sizes in the gel slip over cover.  I ended up using "Apoxy" to mold up a little and build up the earpiece diameter a tad and then used the older plantronics ear bud cover for a much better and more comfortable fit.
4762567
after having much difficulty with using Plantronics MyHeadset not recognizing the device, i then tried to use their windows-based firmware updater.  Windows would not recognize the device (and thus try to install a driver for it), instead the device would only charge.  I WAS able to pair the device using the built in Motorola Bionic Bluetooth settings, however it sees this device as PLT_VoyagerPRE.  The GENUINE device will show up as PLT_VoyagerPRO.  Furthermore, when i spoke with plantronics about all of this, i took a macro picture of the serial code and date code on the bottom, and they said it was NOT correct.  The audio quality on this unit was TERRIBLE, which was completely the opposite of the reviews i've seen all over.

So, i have reported this to Amazon, i'm going to get a replacement and check the serial etc. immediately.  If that one's bad too, i'm going for refund and buying direct.  Plantronics says they don't sell through amazon, just through their website.  So, BUYER BEWARE
393602
Bought the black one. Very bulky and the hole for the ear buds to plug into is not big enough. Also not happy with the design.
4283437
when making a call if the phone and earpiece are more than arms length apart or not direct line of sight i get a hollow metal bang/klank sound and cannot hear the other person. this didn't start until it was too late to return. should have stayed with plantronics. i prefer the in-the-ear type device like this one but jumped at the price. silly me.
1936175
Problem number one was that it was listed as BRAND NEW but the headset clearly was labeled REFURBISHED. Problem #2 was the earpiece was as described but I just don't care for it at all. The earbud fits in my ear but the part that somewhat clamps to your earlobe is distracting. The sound quality is fine. I could not seem to get a nice fit of the ear piece and the wand that has the mic on it. It was VERY awkward. That is the main reason I am sending back. Since the sound quality was fine and people seemed to hear me fine, I thought to purchase an over the head headset but realized I would come out better purchasing the C14 that has both the earpiece with the convertible set to over the head. Maybe I'm a bit old school but this does not work for me.
3630045
I had a plantronics 222 that went through the wash that worked just fine for me.  So when I saw this 220, I made the mistake of thinking it was the same one.  The 220 does not connect well or stay connected during a conversation to our Verizon iphones.  I bought two of these blueteeth (one for my mom) and she has the exact same problem.  Also, if it does connect, the people I talk to say "what?" all the time...
3686973
I couldn't decide between this Whisper and the new Plantronics Voyager edge and chose this one because of the advertised 300' range of connection turns out it doesn't stay connected any better than the 33' Plantronics.  I leave my office and get just as far away from my phone and get the message that it is disconnected as I could go with my previous Plantronics.  I cannot keep this in my ear. The Plantronics was much more secure in my ear.  I have tried all sizes and even a couple of plantronics ear buds and it just slides out of my ear all the time. It does make calls easier than my last Plantronics just takes a little longer process than actually using the phone voice activation to make a call. I like the idea of the pull out extender but unfortunately don't ever think to pull it out when talking but if I leave it pulled out it is impossible to keep in the ear.  I don't like  over the ear hooks the main reason I use to choose a headset is if it can be worn without ear hook.  Thought I could do so with this one but not working well.  If deciding again would probably choose the Plantronics Voyager Edge
Sound is great, I have no complaints in hearing on my end and have not gotten complaints from people talking to. Be nice if the case also charged the headset otherwise useless to me since I don't carry a purse big enough to keep it in.
3943640
I have my (red) jawbone for 7 weeks now. The sound quality is fine, but it is rather large and surprisingly heavy, it does not fit well and yes, two of my earloops broke off (at the same, weak point): a flawed construction.
I bought the jawbone to replace my Plantronics 665, when I lost a few gel earbuds and thought I'd find something better. Now I have ordered new gels (for a fraction of the cost of new jawbone earloops), and will replace my new jawbone with the older Plantronics, whose design, size and accessories suddenly look pretty awesome :-)

P.S. I bought my jawbone from a large internet electronics shop, but aliph does not honor the warranty since it is not "an authorized reseller" ..
2875261
I bought the Plantronics BT adapter several years ago and decided it was time for a replacement. This headset looked good on paper - great reviews, nice specs - however, it would not function correctly with my PC. It would pair just fine, then the device would turn off. If I turned it back on, the mic/speaker were listed as disconnected in my device manager. No way to fix this, and searching for solutions online only revealed some hard to find complaints that the device wasn't compatible with Windows 7 x64.

Would not buy again.
2329905
Very disappointed in the Jawbone shadow box.  I had a Plantronics Discovery 975 before and after 3 years of satisfaction with it I lost it.  I wish I would have bought it again!  This Jawbone is not consistent, people complain they can't hear me well, etc. the only thing I like about it is it has an ear clip to keep from losing it but I'm about read after 1 month to take it off so I will ose it and go back to the Plantronics 975