Sony Ericsson Wireless Stereo Headphone - Black

by Sony

Product Details

• Item Weight: 5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001QTW21Y
• Item model number: HBHIS800
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (142 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #281 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)
  • #25 in Cell Phones & Accessories > Accessories > Headsets

Product Description

The Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 Stereo Headset offers an extraordinary music experience - unique design, essential function and high sound quality fused to create a sensational stereo headphones.
Play music on your mobile phone in stereo headphones via Bluetooth. Connect your HBH-IS800 using Auto Pairing, a feature that makes pairing the device with your Bluetooth mobile phone faster and simpler.
With A2DP you can stream high-quality stereo music from your phone to your HBH-IS800 Stereo Headset. Each element of the Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 is designed for the best audio performance. Clear sound, deep bass and better performance - the Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 is tiny in size but they do not compromise on outstanding sound quality!
Handle your phone calls with Acoustical - Microphone and on-off call controls keys. When you are listening to music the handsfree function stays available so that the music pauses and you can take the call.
With remote voice volume control you can change the volume during voice conversations from your phone. Additional call features include: full duplex echo cancellation, real time noise reduction, second call handling, last dialed number redial, voice activated dialing, and whisper mode.

Customer Reviews

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222 of 223 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you're SERIOUSLY considering these, READ THIS REVIEW. 2+ Year Experience., February 18, 2011

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David (San Marcos, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony Ericsson Wireless Stereo Headphone - Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I purchased these Bluetooth headphones on 02/17/09. After passing the 2 year mark I think it's probably a good idea to write a review.

Day One: Tossed the wire clip and case in my junk drawer. Don't need either and the case just makes more unnecessary work. Never in 2 years have I ever had an issue with them falling out of my ears. Simply run the wire BEHIND your head and pull the slack even on either side and you're good to go. I spend 10-14 hours at the gym each week including mixed running/weight training and have never had a fitment/wearability issue. The case is a bit of a drag and is more for show. I usually toss them in the small compartment of my gym bag as-is. THESE HEADPHONES ARE DURABLE. I would repeat that but you get the picture. I have read a few reviews of people breaking them, pulling the internals out when charging etc. and I'm sure they must be treating them like $20 headphones and not a $100 set. I paid $140 new and have treated them as such. The driver housings are aluminum which is great for sound replication and the satin coated wire keeps it from getting tangled while in your bag or stuck to your skin.

Week Two: After giving these headphones a week or so to break in, I found that the audio quality is on par with the Sony MDR-EX76/BLK EX Style Headphones with Carrying Case (Black) which I recently purchased for use with non-bluetooth devices. Bass response is great as are the mids and highs. Microphone pickup and noise cancellation is phenomenal. Even in a crowded, noisy, music saturated gym environment my callers had no problem hearing me. The lack of a volume control was initially mildly concerning but since getting an EVO 4G last June, the volume can be adjusted from the phone without ever turning the screen on. A track forward and back feature would be nice as well, but for the minute size that would only add weight and drain battery.

Speaking of battery life... I never listen to these headphones at full volume. I don't have the best hearing, but I have never been the type to have my headphones so loud the person standing 10 feet from you can hear your "Oh na na, what's my name?" through their own headphones. That being said...

Expected Battery Life:
<> 50% Volume > 4 hours Listening time OR 2.5 Hours talk time
<> 75% Volume ~3.5 hours Listening time OR 2 Hours talk time
<> 90% Volume > 3 hours Listening time OR > 1.5 Hours talk time

*I usually spend about 15-20 minutes total on calls at the gym so if you put your phone in airplane mode or stick to texting you can expect even more listening time.

The ear caps are pretty noise canceling so even 50% volume is an enjoyable level. It comes with 3 different sizes so you're sure to find one that suits you. I couldn't really wear these comfortably in my motorcycle helmet however because they do protrude about 1" from the ear. They were a struggle to keep in while putting the helmet on and after a 20 minute ride my ears were sore to the touch. If you plan on using these in-helmet I would look elsewhere.

Mid January 2011: Ran these suckers through a full wash cycle. Warm water, detergent, liquid softener, the whole 9. Dead as can be out of the washer. In my lazy (I didn't have the time to do the "rice trick" or leave them in the sun) yet comprehensive pursuit for durability testing I went ahead and ran them through the dryer on high. Figured if they were shot what could it hurt? Tried to power them on, nothing, no LED, nada. Plugged them into the charger and instead of a solid red LED I got a blinking one. I'm sure this means to service them. After an hour of being on the charger the LED turned solid red. I figured it would charge but still not work. After a couple of hours the LED turned green. Powered them on and THEY WORKED LIKE BRAND NEW. I guess now it's appropriate to repeat myself when I say that THESE THINGS ARE DURABLE!

Beginning 3rd Year: The headphones sound just as good as week one. The battery still performs identical to when I first purchased them. I can predict almost to the minute when I will get my first low battery warning based on the listening volume.

In a Nutshell:
<> Excellent battery life and longevity for the size.
<> Great music and call sound quality.
<> Amazing microphone.
<> Lack of volume/track control may be bothersome.
<> Comfortable and light.
<> DURABLE.

Not to mention it's nice when you get the occasional "Those are wireless?!?" from envious wire restricted gym rats.

67 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800: Best Bluetooth Currently Available, May 20, 2009

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DOUG (Rutherford, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony Ericsson Wireless Stereo Headphone - Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)

While I do not usually write reviews, I thought I'd write one up on these headsets as it has taken me quite some time & research to find a pair that get it right. While not perfect, the price/performance ratio is spot on, and you really do get a decent set of headphones for around $150.

No reviews noted my highest performance test, shielding the headset from outside RF/other interference. I commute daily in NYC, and while walking the City, especially through Times Square, my Motorola Bluetooth headset was unacceptable for use. Just listening to music was impossible, as they were very prone to interference and would cut-out. That, and they never fit just right, and would slide down my neck a bit. They are now on eBay :-).

These Sony-Ericssons? Perfect. Not one dropout or any interference during the entire 10 minute walk from the Port Authority. For this alone they are worth the cost of admission.

I pair them with a Blackberry 8830, and switching between calls/listening to music is automatic and flawless. Not to mention they are super comfy...I never had earbuds fit so well that I forgot they were on, and they are the best I ever had at blocking out outside noise. They can be used as earplugs if you are using a jackhammer!

PROS: Very good sound and comfortable fitting plugs. Great easy to use carry case, no bigger than a lens cap case to protect your investment. Easy to use and pair (at least with my Blackberry). Very good sound quality for both the caller as well as the wearer (calls made in mid-town Manhattan at Noon were clearly defined and made without incident). Superb isolation from interference (I think Manhattan Time Square area is the RF capital of the world, and it never affected the headset, not once).

CONS (all minor): While they come with a small clip, I worry about losing them (falling) from my neck if not in my ears. Not a big con, but be aware, as they do cost $150. Also, as mentioned by the first reviewer, you do have to be delicate while opening the charger port, as the cap is only held on (while open) by a tiny plastic hinge. Roughnecks will break & lose the cap, I'm sure. The sound from my Blackberry is a bit heavy in the bass response, but I am sure a bass level or electronic equalizer (if available on your device) would clean it up. As the Berry has no such controls (on my version of the software), I am stuck with where I am (not terrible, but I'd love to be able to tweak it a bit...I'm a tweaker by nature!). Finally- the charger is proprietary (I know, what isn't from Sony), so you'll have to take it with you (small gripe, but it would have been nice if a USB port had been incorporated in order to charge).

In conclusion, you won't be sorry with this purchase, even with some of my minor cons. Sony would do well to either include or offer replacement caps for peace of mind; perhaps in the future. For now, you have to be careful. Also note I haven't had them long enough to comment on battery life, but if they fall way under or over the 2.5 hours the specs note, I'll add to my review.

39 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars People shouldn't rate these headphone with bad review just because the Iphone 3GS Bluetooth suck, July 2, 2009

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K. Lam "Life is to be enjoyed." (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony Ericsson Wireless Stereo Headphone - Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I see alot of 1 star review by users who found out that Apple Iphone 3G and 3GS poorly and only partially implemented a true bluetooth headphone solution. These buds work great with 99% of all other phones out there with correct bluetooth profile. Blame Apple, not Sony. Sony has done a great job in creating the best looking bluetooth headphones that's chic and portable with great sound. If you're going to whine, go rate down the Iphone to one star, these headphones deserves 4 to 5.