Plantronics Discovery 975 Bluetooth Headset

Other products by Plantronics

Product Features

• Bluetooth earpiece combines easy-to-use operation with outstanding sound quality
• Dual-mic AudioIQ2 technology cancels background noise for superior clarity
• Patented gel ear tip offers great comfort and a secure fit
• Included case with LCD display charges your earpiece while storing it
• Backed by a one-year warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 2.3 inches ; 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B002JIMZU4
• Item model number: Plantronics Discovery 975 Headset
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #20 in Cell Phones & Service (See Bestsellers in Cell Phones & Service)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #6 in	Cell Phones & Service > Wireless Accessories > Hands-Free & Bluetooth
  #6 in	Cell Phones & Service > Wireless Accessories > Car Accessories > Headsets

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Ingeniously simple. That's the Plantronics Discovery 975 Bluetooth earpiece. Blending easy connectivity with dual-microphone, noise-canceling AudioIQ2 technology and patented ear tips for a stable, comfortable fit, this elegantly simple earpiece lets you listen clearly and makes you sound sharp, even in noisy environments. With its innovative, rechargeable carrying case that can triple your talk time while you're on the go, you'll wonder why staying connected hasn't always been this simple.

The Discovery 975 Bluetooth earpiece offers: Superior sound performance with two noise-canceling mics. Outstanding voice quality even in windy conditions. QuickPair technology for simple pairing with your phone. Elegant case that doubles as a charging station. Patented, comfortable ear tips for a sure fit.

The elegant and stylish Discovery 975 features a patented gel ear tip for outstanding comfort and a secure fit.

Ingeniously Simple Design
Minimal in size, maximum in performance, the Discovery 975 offers an elegant simplicity that conceals its advanced sound technologies. For starters, an easy-to-access button offers one-touch control over powering the earpiece on and off and answering and ending calls. A subtle white indicator light flashes only once when the earpiece is powered on. The earpiece features a dedicated volume control that's also a handy mute control. Voice prompts keep you in the know when your Bluetooth connection is lost, the earpiece is on mute, or the battery is running low.

The Discovery 975 also features a patented gel ear tip that offers a supremely comfortable and secure fit. The flexible silicone tip makes it effortless to take the earpiece on and off while the unique shape of the tip provides a stable fit that doesn't interfere with glasses.

The innovative case charges your earpiece while storing it. An LCD shows the battery and power levels. View larger.

Ingeniously Simple Connectivity: QuickPair and Multi-Point Technology
You've already got enough to think about without having to worry about how to connect your earpiece to your cell phone. Thanks to QuickPair technology and universal connectivity, pairing the Discovery 975 with virtually any Bluetooth-enabled phone couldn't be any easier.

Simply turn your phone's Bluetooth feature on, turn the earpiece on, and follow the commands on your phone. It's that simple. The Discovery 975 also features multipoint technology, so you can pair it with two Bluetooth devices such as your personal mobile phone and your work smartphone, keeping you connected wherever you are.

Ingeniously Advanced AudioIQ2 and WindSmart Technologies
The superior sound performance of the Discovery 975 begins with dual-mic AudioIQ2 technology. Dual microphones simultaneously capture your voice and cancel background noise so you can be heard clearly, while the earpiece's 20-band equalizer delivers rich, natural voice quality. Meanwhile, AudioIQ2 technology automatically adjusts incoming calls to clear, comfortable listening levels.

When you're outside in windy conditions, don't panic. Plantronics' advanced WindSmart technology offers three layers of protection against the elements: grooved vents deflect the wind, acoustic fabrics block the wind, and electronic filters remove wind noise.

Ingenious On-the-Go Charging Triples Your Talk Time
Perfect for airplane travel or extended down-time while you're on the road, the Discovery 975 includes a handsome and innovative carrying case with an internal battery that charges your earpiece while you store it. This means that you can stay connected until it's time to shut your cell phone down, and the case will recharge the earpiece while it’s being stored.

When fully charged, the case's internal battery has enough power to triple your earpiece's overall talk/standby time while you're traveling. An easy-to-read LCD shows the battery and earpiece levels, and it also displays a Bluetooth symbol if it is connected to a phone. A handy eject button makes it easy to pop the earpiece out of the case.

Sounding good every time doesn't get much easier or more ingenious than this.

The Discovery 975 earpiece is backed by Plantronics' one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Bluetooth earpiece, charging case, case strap, AC Charger, gel eartips (S,M and L).

WindSmart technology ensures clear conversations even in noisy environments.

Product Description

Plantronics Discovery 975 Bluetooth Headset

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

95 of 96 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Even better than the Discovery 925, but buttons still need work, September 1, 2009

By	Mute208 (SF Bay Area, CA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

The Plantronics Discovery 975 is a solid performer, comfortable to use, and stylish with lots of small improvements over the Plantronics Discovery 925, but the buttons are still not the easiest to use.

Pro's:
- Excellent call quality
- Great battery life (5 hour talk time)
- Charging case provides an additional 10 hours of talk time
- Good noise canceling
- Voice prompts
- Solid build quality
- Great range
- Stylish looks
- Multiple ear tip cover sizes
- Battery status indicator on case

Con's:
- Multi-function button difficult to press
- Very small, single volume button
- No longer includes USB charging cable
- Price premium

I have personally used bluetooth headsets for several years now with my most recent favorite being the Plantronics Discovery 925, which the 975 succeeds. While the Discovery 975 is much improved, some annoyances still remain.

PAIRING
Pairing the 975 to my Blackberry Curve was super easy. After charging, I turned it on and set my phone to search for devices. After it was found, I typed in the pairing code and that was it.

FIT
The fit is one of the most important features of a headset for me. I have tried plenty that were either difficult to put on, were uncomfortable, or would not stay on. The unique gel ear tips on the 975, which come in 3 sizes, allow me to insert it in my ears in such a way that it is snug but not too uncomfortable, using what they call a "stabilizer loop." That being said, I have never had a headset so comfortable that I could leave it in all day. A couple of hours of continuous use would probably be my limit. The 975 weighs just 8 grams, which is the same as the 925.

STYLE
The 925 and 975 are very similar in dimensions and size. The obvious difference in appearance between the two is the change from a triangular boom mic to the single skinny boom mic. I personally like this change to a more simple and understated design. It draws less attention to the wearer than the design of the 925. I don't think ANYONE should walk around town with their unused headsets in their ear, because quite frankly, it is the epitome of douchebaggery. I stole that word directly from a Wired article with Brad Pitt on the cover. Also quote, "He can barely pull it off, and you are not him." It is NOT jewelry folks. Also, the front of the 975 is now a faux leather material rather than just plastic. I found different part numbers on the Plantronics website which leads me to believe that they will have a silver version of the headset available, along with the graphite version. I have included some photos of the 925 and 975 for comparison.

CALL QUALITY
The call quality is amazing from both ends. The 975 features the dual-mic AudioIQ2 noise canceling technology to create amazing clarity and noise cancellation. I couldn't personally tell a big difference in call quality between the 925 and 975 but then, I usually turn my car radio off and roll up the windows when I make or take calls. Noise cancellation effectiveness may be more noticeable in noisy environments. Voice prompts are a welcome feature addition. Instead of trying to decipher a series of beeps, a voice will notify you of mute on/off, battery low/recharge battery, and lost connection.

BATTERY & CHARGING
Both the 925 and 975 are rated for 5 hours of talk time and about a week standby. Note, that if you turn on multipoint, you'll lose about 3 days of standby time. Amazingly, the 975 charges in just 90 minutes, whereas the 925 takes a full 3 hours using the AC adapter. The 925 came with a USB charging cable in addition to the AC charger, but Plantronics has omitted this highly welcome accessory from the 975. I love being able to charge the headset from my computer at work.

The battery in the 925's charging case is Nickel-metal hydride, which always bugged me. Plantronics must have read my mind because the 975 and charging case batteries are now both Lithium ion. More changes to the charging case include an LCD status display for battery life as well as relocation of the charging port from the bottom of the case to the side. I always found it idiotic that the charging port was on the bottom, so again, kudos to Plantronics for correcting this. The case is actually bigger too and they changed the material a bit. I prefer the look and feel of the 925's case but not a big deal.

BUTTONS
There are just 2 buttons on the Discovery 975. The main multifunction button and a tiny single volume button. In order to change the volume, you must cycle through all volume levels in order to find the desired setting. I would have preferred separate volume up/down buttons, but I have gotten used to it. The multifunction button controls everything else. The multifunction button however, is part of the boom mic and as such, can be hard to press. It's even harder to press than the 925's multifunction button was. Also, the light on it is white, not blue like most headsets, including the 925's. I prefer the white as it draws less attention. The only bummer is that it does not blink or glow when the headset is on, so I have no idea if I've left it on.

SUMMARY
The original Plantronics Discovery 925 is a very very popular headset, which about 800 or so Amazon users rated 4 out of 5 stars. I am one of those 800 users who really likes the 925, even with the minor drawbacks. The newer 975, only improves on the 925 by adding better noise cancellation and a better charging case. The aesthetic changes are welcome, but may not be for everyone. The difficulty in using the buttons may be too severe for some users to live with. If you already have the 925, I would suggest you wait until you break it or lose it to upgrade to the 975. Of course, if you are like me and just like getting the newest and greatest, drag your mouse over to the 1-Click button and wait in eager anticipation for your awesome new bluetooth headset to be delivered!

49 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hands down: The BEST Bluetooth earpiece I've ever used, September 16, 2009

By	Dieds "Opportunity is limited only by imagina... (Pacifica, Calif.) - See all my reviews

Length:: 3:04 Mins

The Plantronics Discovery 975 is hands down the BEST Bluetooth earpiece I've ever used. Check out my short video review for details.

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ingeniously Simple - Indeed!, September 1, 2009

By	Nuknuk (Springfield, VA United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

The audio quality of this Bluetooth earpiece is great. The signal is quite strong. It is not heavy and it stays in my ear even if I did try to wiggle my head forcefully. Pairing it with my LG CU-720 is easy, hold the call button until the LED blinks red and white and the phone instantly recognized it. To receive a call, just tap the call button once; to end a call just tap the call button once. Voice commands is also easy to initiate, but I really never seen any thing that really works (Have you seen Ozzy Osbourne in that episode where he tried to talk to his BMW [well of course nobody understand Ozzy anyway]. As with similar Bluetooth devices, you have to be within 33" or 10 meters between the headset and the phone.

It only takes less than 2 hours to charge it. In fact, one and a half hours to charge both the charging case and the earpiece. When you are running out of battery, you will hear spoken words like "battery low" or "recharge" depending how much juice is left, no guessing game. Put it back in the case which is a portable charger in itself, and it will give you extra time on the go (provided you did not forget to charge the case).

Construction wise, this product is a work of art. The earpiece has a simple design but is quite elegant with a touch of leather. There are only two buttons. The volume and the call button. Talk about very minimalistic design. Both buttons are multi-function for mute, power, pairing, and more. You have 3 strange looking clear silicone buds in various sizes to choose from.

The charging case likewise is a beaut; again it expresses simplicity and built with a nice pseudo-leather material. It closes with a neat magnetic flap. Case is hard enough to provide ample protection. The case has an LCD panel that shows you the charging state for both devices. It includes a key chain holder if you want to hang it in your pocket or belt (which I will not for fear of dropping and losing it). A mini USB cable is included, albeit I wish it could be longer.

The wind noise protection works decently as my wife can attests to while I am away watching my kid practice on the soccer field.

Minor annoyance: The main body barrel is a bit thick that it extends visibly from the ear. The speaker maybe flushed, but not the body.