Sony PS3 Bluetooth headset announced by Sony

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Sony announced a Bluetooth headset for the Sony PS3.
With this new wireless headset, PS3 users will be able to enjoy immersive on-line communication on new software titles supporting on-line chat feature, such as SOCOM: CONFRONTATION available on October 30th, Resistance 2 available on November 13th, and MotorStorm: Pacific Rift available this autumn.
The ear hook type headset is designed to fit either ear. Installed with Bluetooth, it pairs automatically with the PS3 by simply using the bundled USB cable. Read more

Posted on Tue, 2 Sep 2008 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

SteelSeries Announces iron.lady Siberia Headset

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The woman PC gamer is finally getting her due with gaming products designed specifically for her. SteelSeries is right at the top of the lady gamer movement with tons of pink gear specifically for the ladies.

SteelSeries unveiled a new Siberia full-size headset in pink that will be used by the female gaming team Les Seules. SteelSeries says that women make up 40% of the gaming population and females over 18 play almost twice as much as males under 17. The headset will ship in Q4 2008 for $79.99. Read more

Posted on Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

BlueAnt Announces V1 Voice Controlled Headset

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BlueAnt has announced its V1 Bluetooth headset billed as the world's first voice controlled headset. The headset is the first to use the new Bluetooth 2.1 specification and it utilizes BlueGenie Voice Interface and BlueAnt Voice Isolation Technology.

The V1 can respond to voice commands like "Pair Me," "Redial", "Call back," "Answer/ignore Call," and more. The headset also understands the "What Can I Say" command and will list the voice commands it responds to. Read more

Posted on Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:32:44 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

BlueAnt Z9i Bluetooth Headset Review

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Today we are checking out the BlueAnt Z9i Bluetooth headset for mobile phones. The headset can pair to two different phones at a time has great call quality.

The headset is small and comfortable to wear for long periods. Battery life is also very good making the Z9i a great option for those looking for a new Bluetooth headset Read more

Posted on Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:31:36 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Sennheiser PC 350 Gaming Headset Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Sennheiser PC 350 Gaming Headset.

Quote from the review: "I had a very difficult time sitting down to write this review because every waking moment in front of the PC became a "testing session" as soon as I laid eyes on the PC 350s at my desk. If you are the competition - these are THE headphones to beat. While they aren't designed around multiple uses, with some minor design tweaks we could see these cans ushering in a new lineup of Sennheiser headphones. Read more

Posted on Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

i.Tech Launches i.VoicePRO Bluetooth Headset

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i.Tech Dynamic has announced the launch of its latest Bluetooth headset called the i.VoicePRO Bluetooth Headset. The headset is the first on the market with a dual microphone that uses Bluetooth Profile v2.1 for voice quality.

The headset uses a dual mic design that prevents extraneous sounds from being picked up during conversations. The headset is also designed to pick up clear speech even in windy conditions. Other features include automatic volume control and a talk time of 5 hours with 100 hours of standby. Read more

Posted on Tue, 8 Jul 2008 13:05:12 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

I4U Review Round-up: PNY GTX 260, iPhone headsets, Asus Eee PC 901

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This week we reviewed for instance the new PNY GTX 260 Video Card.
We gave the PNY GTX 260 an Editors' Choice Award. The PNY GTX 260 is a good performing video card that is currently strapped with a price a bit too expensive when compared to other offerings. Despite the price, the PNY GTX 260 performs well and will play all of today’s most popular games at impressive levels of detail with great frame rates. Read the full PNY GTX 260 Review.
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Posted on Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

iMetal iP-HS2 Isolation Headset for iPhone Review

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Today we are looking at the iMetal iP-HS2 Isolation Headset for iPhone that is designed to work specifically with the iPhone. The headset is very attractive and works well.

The set includes three different sizes of eartips including small, medium and large. The tips are sized a bit smaller than other headsets I have tried so users with big ears may find them too small. Read more

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:51:45 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Maximo iP-HS1 iMetal Stereo Headset Review

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Today we are looking at a headset for the iPhone called the Maximo iP-HS1 iMetal Stereo Headset. The headset has a built-in mic for making and receiving calls and a soft touch button that allows you to answer and hang up calls as well.

The headset is lightweight and comfortable to wear for extended periods and looks very nice as well. Sound quality for both music and calls is very good making this a good option for iPhone users. Read more

Posted on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:26:54 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Motorola Bluetooth Headset H680 Review

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Bluetomorrow published a Motorola Bluetooth Headset H680 review.

Quote from the review: "The Motorola Bluetooth Headset H680 combines contemporary style and modern technology to provide users with attractive communication device that performs as good as it looks. Read more

Posted on Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Gadget Video: Bluetrek Bizz Bluetooth Headset with SD Card

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The Bluetrek Bizz Bluetooth headset is the world's first Bluetooth headset with integrated SD Card reader.

Bluetrek managed to combine a nice looking Bluetooth headset and a Micro-SD USB-card reader. If you remove the back-end of the headset, a micro-SD slot will show, allowing you to insert an SD-Card up to 8 GB.
See the video here. Read more

Posted on Sun, 25 May 2008 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

SteelSeries Siberia Neckband Headset Review

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OCModShop published a review of the SteelSeries Siberia Neckband Headset.

Quote from the review: "The average gamer is typically the consumer of various portable gadgets. Many people today have at least one MP3 player, video player, or some other form of portable entertainment. Read more

Posted on Sat, 17 May 2008 08:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New PSPJ-15012 Headset for Sony PSP 2000

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Sony unveils a new headset with remote for the Sony PSP 2000 series portable console.

The new PSP Headset features a microphone with a flexible arm. This makes the headset ideal for using Skype on the Sony PSP. Read more

Posted on Fri, 2 May 2008 03:34:30 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Motorola MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset Review

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BlueTomorrow published a review of the Motorola MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset. Yes, that's male gadget model David Beckham right there in the photo.

Quote from the review: "The Motorola MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset is a sleek and lightweight headset that combines modern style with simple functionality. Read more

Posted on Thu, 1 May 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sound ID Announces HD300 Bluetooth Headset

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Sound ID announced its latest Bluetooth headset today called the HD300. Sound ID put three unique features on the headset to improve call quality. The device is also very small and narrow with a glossy piano black finish for good looks.

"Comprised of hearing specialists and top acoustic scientists, Sound ID brings an in-depth knowledge of the human ear to the Bluetooth arena," said Michael Jones, President and CEO of Sound ID. "Engineered to complement the natural hearing process, the HD300 delivers great audio and a slim design for comfort and style -- ensuring its place among the slickest gadgets on the market today." Read more

Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2008 12:57:39 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Jabra BT5020 Headset and A7010 Hub Review

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DigitalReviews tested the Jabra Enterprise Multiuse Bluetooth Headset and Hub Bundle. The bundle consists of the Jabra BT5020 headset and A7010 hub.

Quote from the review: "The “multiuse” Jabra BT5020 headset and A7010 hub bundle are Bluetooth devices which can be used with multiple communication devices, allowing office professionals and "road warriors" to use a single headset with their mobile, desk phone and PC. Read more

Posted on Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Logitech Announces ClearChat PC Wireless Headset

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Logitech introduced a new wireless headset today for the PC user called the ClearChat PC Wireless headset. The headset uses 2.4GHz technology and only requires one USB port for connectivity. The cordless design allows you to make VOIP calls without having to be tied to your computer.

"More and more people are making voice calls over the Internet, but until now, they have had to choose between wired headsets that keep them tethered to their PCs or wireless headsets that offer poor audio and voice quality," said Gina Clark, general manager and vice president of Logitech's Internet Communications business unit. "With the Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless headset, people can make a PC call while grabbing a snack, sitting on the couch or leaning back in their chair - PC calling has never been so convenient and never sounded so good." Read more

Posted on Tue, 4 Mar 2008 09:17:47 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Emotiv EPOC Neuroheadset

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Emotiv Systems has revealed the Emotiv EPOC, a neuroheadset that allows players to control video games with their thoughts, expressions and emotions at the GDC 2008.

The Emotiv EPOC is the first high-fidelity brain computer interface (BCI) device for the video gaming market and will be available to consumers via Emotiv's Web site and through selected retailers in late 2008 for a recommended retail price of $299. Read more

Posted on Wed, 20 Feb 2008 07:18:22 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Plantronics Explorer 370 Rugged Bluetooth Headset

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Plantronics announced a new Bluetooth headset called the Explorer 370 that uses a rugged design for durability. The 370 is durability tested to meet military-grade specifications and is water, dust, and shock resistant.

The 370 also features windscreen technology to help keep calls clear when outdoors. "Everyday life can be rough on electronics, so Plantronics developed a headset that can be tossed around, dropped repeatedly, worn in the rain and still work properly," said Ron Vitale, category director for Mobile at Plantronics, Inc. "The Explorer 370 delivers a quality headset in a durable package that can withstand tough environments, including windy and dusty work conditions, rugged outdoor adventures or anything life throws at you." Read more

Posted on Tue, 12 Feb 2008 07:42:55 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Saitek Cyborg 5.1 USB Headset Review

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Today we are looking at the Saitek Cyborg 5.1 headset. This set of headphones delivers surround sound from a single USB connection to your computer.

If you listen to music on an MP3 player using a 3.5mm jack, you can also connect these headphones to it as well. If you are looking for headphones that don’t require a sound card this is the review for you. Read more

Posted on Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:07:50 CST | by Shane McGlaun

MacWorld 2008: Etymotic etyBLU Dual Mode Bluetooth Headset

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Etymotic Research Inc. has introduced the etyBLU Dual Mode Bluetooth Headset, with a quick-connect noise-canceling boom microphone, called BLUmaxx at the MacWorld Expo 2008.

The etyBLU is the first Bluetooth headset that features a connecting noise-canceling boom microphone. etyBLU’s internal microphone takes over when the boom mic is unplugged and offers a discreet wearing style. Read more

Posted on Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:38:52 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr