Logitech Mobile Bluetooth Headset

by Logitech

Product Details

Product Manual [231kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000YKA9M
• Item model number: 980179-0403
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #214,882 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

This headset answers your dreams for a wireless connection between your cell phone and a headset. Compatible with most major Bluetooth phone, this Bluetooth headset clips comfortably to either ear. The soft-touch features give the headset a comfortable feel. The adjustable, swing-out boom includes a noise-canceling microphone. Each recharge - recharging unit included - gives you up to seven hours of use.

What's in the Box
Bluetooth headset, carrying case, charging station, AC power adapter, user's guide and a two year warranty.

Product Description

No hands. No wires. Free yourself from tangled headset wires and still enjoy long hours of talk time with the Logitech Mobile Bluetooth Headset. This lightweight headset clips comfortably to your ear and connects cordlessly to your Bluetooth mobile phone. Best of all, it boasts an incredibly long battery life: One charge lets you talk for up to 7 hours. Soft-touch surfaces give the headset a comfortable feel. And the adjustable, swing-out boom features a noise-canceling microphone that enhances audio quality by blocking out unwanted background noisegreat for loud environments like airports, trains, or trade shows. Logitech Mobile Bluetooth Headset Eliminate tangled wires and cord clutter forever Use it wirelessly with your Bluetooth mobile phone compatible with all major brands Enjoy incredibly long talk time for every chargeup to 7 hours. Standby time of 1 month Flexible, soft-touch headset delivers a comfortable fit on either ear The noise-canceling microphone allows you to get great sound in noisy environments like airports Convenient carrying case doubles as a charging station Bluetooth v1.1 compliant Full duplex (bi-directional communication) digital transmission Rechargeable lithium ion battery Ultra-light: weighs less than 1 ounce Broadcasting range of 30 feet Secure digital Bluetooth transmission Manufacturer warranty: One year

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A little large, but an excellent performer, February 10, 2004

By 

Erik R. Carlseen (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Logitech Mobile Bluetooth Headset (Wireless Phone Accessory)

Caveat: this is my first bluetooth headset, so I can only compare it to second-hand accounds I've heard. I'm using it with a Sony-Ericsson T616 from Cingular. As always, Your Mileage May Vary.

The headset had no difficulty pairing with the phone - I had a little bit of trouble figuring out the menu structure on my phone (it had to be added as a headset rather than a generic bluetooth device). Once paired, the performace is spectacular:

* Range: I've heard many gripes about range with other headset models - this one actually exceeds the 10 meter range specified for bluetooth. I've left my phone downstairs in my living room, and walked to my upstairs bedroom and back with only a slight drop in sound quality. The only issue I have is using it in my car with my phone on my belt right next to my seat belt clip - that seems to cause some radio interference (this is most likely a problem that is not specific to this headset). Placing the phone in the center console while I drive solves the problem.

* Battery Life: Logitech claims 7 hours talk time. I've read reviews that claim 6 hours. I've not done any measurements, but I can say that battery life has never been an issue. I recharge the phone and headset every other day or so, and for all intents and purposes I can talk on the phone as much as I want (which can be quite a bit). In any case, it appears to be vastly superior to other headsets. The headset comes with a built-in lithium rechargeable battery that Logitech says is not user-replaceable and should last the life of the headset (famous last words). I'm not thrilled with that aspect, but if I get 2-3 years out of it I'll be happy.

* Comfort: The phone's "ear-clip" has two spring-loaded pieces that gently grip around your ear, and press the speaker against it. It took me about three days to stop noticing I was wearing the headset. I can wear the headset with sunglasses without any problems.

* Aesthetics: It's a pretty big headset and with the somewhat excessively-bright LED (blue), it's rather conspicuous. This doesn't bother me (it helps that my hair covers most of the headset), but you should be aware that this will draw some attention.

* Sound Quality: Top-notch. I strongly prefer using the headset rather than just using the phone by itself. I've used the headset in my car on the highway with the top down (I'm not a slow driver), and I can hear and be understood just fine. I have no problems using it with the voice-dialing features on my phone.

* Portability: It comes with a charging case and AC Adapter. This takes up (in my opinion) a rather excessive amount of space in your luggage when you travel. I wish they would have (or someone would come up with) a much more compact charging solution. On the other hand, the charging case appears to be strong enough to prevent damage to the headset while it's in transit.

Overall, the headset does wonderfully in the areas I find important - ease of use, sound quality, wireless range, and battery life.

Update: October 2005 - I've tried numerous other headsets (I'd like something smaller, etc), but keep coming back to this one. The sound quality and range simply can't be beat. Currently using it with a Treo 650.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars What a pleasant surprise!, November 26, 2003

By 

W. Norman (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech Mobile Bluetooth Headset (Wireless Phone Accessory)

Logitech has produced a great bluetooth headset. I was able to pair the device with my SE T610 on the first try and it worked perfectly. I was a little unsure about the device at first, because there is almost no description for the headset, and no picture. Not to mention that the price is well below what some other manufacturers are charging for products that don't have the battery life or quality, but went ahead and purchased it because of another good review. I would have rated this product at five stars if the status light were a little less conspicuous (maybe not on the outside of the headset). Something about a little blue flashy light on the headset draws people's attention.

PROS:
--great range
--great sound quality
--ease of use
--long battery life

CONS:
--status light on the outside of the headset
UPDATE-- the one major problem that I had with this headset was that the boom mic broke after being overextended.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BATTERY LIFE, March 7, 2004

By 

James Chong (Portland, Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Logitech Mobile Bluetooth Headset (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I have owned the Sony Ericsson HBH-60 and this logitech mobile bluetooth headset. I eBay'ed the HBH-60. Why? This headset has the longest battery life of all the bluetooth headsets, which means it is actually useful. Who cares if you have a bluetooth headset if it can only work for 1 or 2 hours at a time! This headset, if you charge it at night, is a headset you can take with you through the day to work (and night) and not worry if it will die on you.

The other pros/cons...don't matter as much. I have never had a problem with the boom mic, the charger is a bit clunky...but who cares! This headset has enough battery life that it gives you the most utility of all bluetooth headsets.