Bluetooth Headsets: Call Quality, Usability, Style, Bells & Whistles During the year since California and Washington enacted hands free driving laws, Bluetooth headsets have seen significant advancements in call quality and features. If you still don’t know what Bluetooth is – it’s a universal, world-wide, wireless standard. If your phone is Bluetooth capable, you should be able to connect to virtually any Bluetooth headset. If you’re thinking about purchasing a headset for the first time or upgrading your current headset, quality choices abound. 1) Headset Matrix: Convenient One-Page summary of Price, Weight, Size, Dimensions, Battery Life, etc. 2) Audio: Listen to Call Quality in Three Scenarios (No Background Noise, With Wind, and With Music) 3) Why a Bluetooth Headset? 4) Detailed Reviews This is the only article that provides audio files of call quality in three situations (with no background noise, wind, and music). However, a headset isn’t just about sound; there’s a balancing act with usability, functionality, and style that’s a matter of personal preference. You may be willing to make sacrifices, but want to know exactly what you’re sacrificing. With the enclosed audio and visual files, you can now judge for yourself.
Based on call quality, usability, style, & bells, here are the Nectar favorites: **Best Overall** BlueAnt V1, 5 Stars, $62-130,Great voice commands, great call quality, USB and car charger, tie clip, ease of use, stylish *Best Style* Nokia BH-804 3.5 Stars $70-99, Gorgeous, doesn’t block loud background noise well *Best Value* Jabra BT-530, 3 Stars, $28-80, Good sound, great value To see how all the headsets ranked, view our detailed reviews. About the Author: Renee Cleary is the Founder and Creative Director of Nectar Accessories, (www.nectaraccessories.com). She’s is an attorney with an MBA, who gained expertise with Bluetooth headsets while developing cell phone accessories. Nectar’s BlueClip is a universal Bluetooth headset holder available in necklace and retractable styles. Nectar will be launching its Cell Phone Window product line, including Nectar’s Signature Handbag Line.
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