BlueAnt Wireless has made considerable inroads in Bluetooth headset in the United States market.  And the model we’d like to bring to your attention is the BlueAnt Z9, though there are other Bluetooth headsets with similar audio enhancement technologies, only few comes cheaper than the BlueAnt Z9.

The BlueAnt Z9 has a classy cutting-edge design that is both smart and stylish. Molded in black plastic, the Z9 measures only about 1.61 by 0.68 by 0.44 inches in a simple rectangular shape.  A small silver square in the top-middle position with the BlueAnt logo on it is the Z9’s multifunction button.  Though the multifunction button seems almost flush to the surface, it’s actually a little recessed, which provides some texture for pressing by feel, and it’s easy to press.  The multifunction button also has a LED underneath that flashes blue or red depending on the mode.  On the right spine sits two volume buttons, which are quite raised above the surface, with clear texture differences between the two.

The negative thing about the BlueAnt Z9 though is slight comfort issues with stiff volume buttons and a slightly large earpiece.  So the earpiece sits just inside the ear and does not fit deep in the canal.  Because of this, it doesn’t feel very secure, and we would not suggest wearing the Z9 without the ear hook.  Also, we found the earbud size to be a little larger than other headsets, so it may feel a little uncomfortable to those with smaller ears.  Thankfully, the plastic ear hook is extremely flexible and is able to fit either ear with ease and you could wear the BlueAnt Z9 all day without much discomfort.  There’s a small clip on the back that you can wear on your shirt.

Voice quality was enhanced thanks to its two mics and the BlueAnt’s own Voice Isolation Technology, this device comes with the promise of providing the next generation of Noise suppression, echo cancellation and wind noise reduction.  The BlueAnt Z9’s built-in Voice Isolation technology has two different modes: Standard and Max.  Voice Isolation Standard is for use in normal environments; it offers mild noise reduction and an emphasis on a natural-sounding voice.  Voice Isolation Max however is for much noisier environments; it features heavy noise reduction and a slightly less natural voice.  You can switch between the two modes by pressing on the multifunction key during a call.

Other features of the BlueAnt Z9 include the typical answering, ending, and receiving calls, plus call reject, last-number redial, voice-dial support, transferring a call from the headset to the phone and vice versa, call conferencing, call waiting, call mute, and the ability to turn the LED on or off.  You can also pair up to three different phones and switch connections between them with a series of clicks.  Clocked talk time is 5.5 hours and rated standby time is 8.3 days.

In the set you’ll find:

* BlueAnt Z9 Dual Microphone Bluetooth Headset
* 3 x Translucent Ear hooks
* USB cable
* AC adaptor
* User Manual and Quick Start Guide

This is a really good set, including also a USB cable, which can be used both for charging the headset through a computer and for updating the firmware.  BlueAnt headsets are the only ones in the market that can be upgraded with firmware updates.

Great technology is not enough: the Jawbone brand is built upon technological innovation with a design that integrates seamlessly into the user’s lifestyle by providing comfort, customized fit and personal preference, and great, iconic aesthetics.

The design effort at Jawbone is a constant refinement exercise, and Jawbone PRIME is the latest iteration in a series of celebrated category defining products. Updated with NoiseAssasin™ 2.0 technology, the Jawbone PRIME can accurately separate speech from ambient noise, eliminating real world noise better than any other headset. NoiseAssasin™ 2.0 delivers an order of magnitude improvement in the noisiest environments (6 to 9dB) extracting even more noise while keeping the user’s voice natural.

Similarly, the Acoustic Voice Activity Detector (AVAD) provides a fail-safe mechanism when the Voice Activity Sensor (VAS) doesn’t touch your face. When the VAS is not touching the face, Jawbone PRIME performs as good as or better than any other noise cancelling headset. When the VAS touches the face, you get the turbo-boost to the NoiseAssassin performance.

After solving NoiseAssassination in the most severe noise environments, Aliph focused its engineers on the task of eliminating the impact wind has on speech. With their strong background in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) techniques, the Aliph team developed a unique all digital Sensor Signal Fusion system to reduce wind noise.

Jawbone PRIME uses an algorithm that digitally fuses together the best audio from its two electret microphones (the clean preserved high-end frequencies of speech) and its patented Voice Activity Sensor (the low-end frequencies of speech) to create a single, natural sounding speech signal. By utilizing some innovative DSP techniques and Jawbone’s Voice Activity Sensor (VAS) to reconstruct the missing speech they have managed to implement a wind solution that maintains their award-winning design without having to apply a visually disruptive wind-sock or baffle to physically block the wind.

For Jawbone PRIME, they are introducing a unique undulating texture, crafted with high precision in 3-D to reflect the light, and give a sense of movement to the exterior surfaces. Like fashion brands that weave unique textiles, Jawbone PRIME is crafted in this high level of sculpting in high-grade plastic. It is the attention to the materiality, to the surface, to the way it reflects light and color that enhances the inherent value of the product-adding quality to quality, and building-in layers of detail and meaning.

Functionally, the design has also been enhanced by a slight indication in the shield’s texture, a small tactile crease that indicates where the switch is located. The inside contours of the product follow your face in a perfectly comfortable manner, while new ergonomic earbuds have been refined to keep the Jawbone in place without an earloop for most wearers.

•    Talk Time: up to 4 hours
•    Stand By Time: up to 8 days
•    Product Includes:
Jawbone Prime
Wall Charger
USB Cable
3 Earbuds
3 New Fit Earbuds
1 Earloop
1 Manual

The BlueAnt V1 is the world’s first voice controlled Bluetooth headset and is destined to appeal to those looking for something a little more sophisticated from their Bluetooth device.
First announced last January 2008 at CES in Las Vegas, its first initial release date was last April 2008. The V1 distinguishes itself by replacing buttons with voice commands, bring simplicity to a normally complicated genre.
BlueAnt has scrapped the myriad of button combinations normally needed to activate headset functions and replaced them with the BlueGenie Voice Interface from Sensory, Inc.
Using the BlueGenie Voice Interface from Sensory, Inc., the BlueAnt V1 allows users to easily control their headset with voice commands rather than pressing multiple buttons or even looking at the phone. Unlike other headsets that only support voice dial capabilities through q mobile phone’s voice features, the V1’s voice control is embedded in the headset itself. Beyond voice dial capabilities, the V1 enables the user to control all headset features such as pairing, volume and connection status using only their voice.
The V1 supports such commands as ‘Pair Me,’, ‘Redial,’ ‘Call Back,’ ‘Answer/Ignore Call,’ and ‘Call GOOG-411.’ Users can even ask the V1, “What can I say?” and the headset will verbally list all features available on the device. And say ‘Teach Me’ and the device will talk users through its functions.
The BlueAnt V1 is the first standalone headset on the market to incorporate the Bluetooth version 2.1 + Enhanced Data Rate specification.
“The V1 is by far the most advanced headset on the market today with the superior sound quality and wearability you expect from BlueAnt, enhanced by new and unique voice control capabilities.
The intuitive voice interface not only appeals to technology power users, but also first-time Bluetooth headset users looking for a simple yet effective hands-free solution.”, BlueAnt CEO, Taisen Maddern said.
Like the Z9, the V1 incorporates dual microphones which allow background noise to be filtered via BlueAnt’s patented Voice Isolation Technology™, a proprietary Digital Signal Processor (DSP) software solution.
Using advanced techniques to separate the user’s voice signal from all other sounds, the Voice Isolation Technology™ enhance the voice and remove external noise coming into and out of the headset.
The result is outstanding environmental noise reduction, echo cancellation and wind noise protection.
Sensory Inc.’s CEO, Todd Mozer says, “BlueAnt is a true innovator in this industry and we are happy to see our BlueGenie Voice Interface technology introduced to consumers in this cutting-edge Bluetooth headset.
We expect users to embrace the voice interface of the V1 as an intuitive and much easier and safer means of interacting with a headset, allowing the user to not only go hands-free but also eyes-free in the car.”
The BlueAnt V1 weighs about .35 ounces without the ear hook and offers to its user up to 5 hours of talk time and 200 hours of standby time.

The BlueAnt V1 Bluetooth headset offers a range of advanced specifications making it the most innovative Bluetooth headset on the market today. Its features include:

– Voice control, using the BlueGenie Voice Interface

– Dual microphones enable crystal clear communication in the noisiest of environments

– Voice Isolation Technology™ for extreme noise, wind and echo cancellation

– Firmware upgradeable via USB connector

– Three charging options - car, phone & USB chargers

– Pairs with up to 8 Bluetooth devices

– Comply™ Foam Tips and a variety of different sized rubber ear gels

– Small and lightweight, less than .35 ounces without the ear hook

– Innovative tie clip for attaching to shirt or cuff, when not in use

– Up to 5 hrs talk-time or 200 hrs standby

– Bluetooth v2.1 for simplified pairing

– 2 year replacement warranty and dedicated support team

The price of BlueAnt V1 Bluetooth headset range from $109.99 to $129.99

Face the elements with the Plantronics Explorer 370, the first Bluetooth headset to combine water, dust and shock resistance with windscreen technology. Durable materials make this headset water, dust and shock resistant and block out wind noise.
The Plantronics Explorer 370 is an ideal Bluetooth headset for those who want a headset that’ll withstand the rigors of the great outdoors or at least those requiring their communication tools stand up to the elements with hands-free convenience.
Durability tested to meet military-grade specifications, the Explorer 370 is water, dust and shock resistant and features windscreen technology to ensure users experience clear calls no matter what the weather.
“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.”
The Explorer 370 is certified to MIL-STD 810 standards issued by the United States Army’s Developmental Test Command to prove that equipment qualified to the standard will survive in the field.
The first Bluetooth headset to boast a “ruggedized” design plus Plantronics’ wind screen technology to effectively filter wind noise, the Explorer 370 also easily pair with your Bluetooth mobile phone with its QuickPair technology feature.
The Explorer 370 provides up to 7 hours of talk time and up to 192 hours of standby time and is equipped with a lanyard, ideal for outdoor workers and sports enthusiasts. Available in black and blue and price range from $34.99 - $55.99

The development of Bluetooth technology ease up communication, data transmission and wireless networking between PCs with bluetooth enable devices. With this technology, many bluetooth devices emerged in the market and Bluetooth headsets are one of the most widespread and widely used by consumers. That is why the Nokia, one of the leading mobile phone manufacturer, grabs the opportunity to participate in this market as well.

Nokia has designed its BH-800 Bluetooth headset as the model from the ultra-small class of wireless handsfree accessories.
Combines all the elements of a great headset into a tiny yet elegant device. It is Nokia’s first Bluetooth Headset that supports Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate (EDR). Multi-functional buttons are also built into the device as well as voice recognition capabilities allowing you to make calls without even touching your mobile phone.
Weighs only  9 grams, it has range of 33/10 feet/meters with talk time of up to 6 hours and 160 hours standby time.

This slider bluetooth is the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-900, if you appreciate elegant design and superior audio quality. With a Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-900 you can enjoy excellent call clarity thanks to digital signal processing (DSP) with noise reduction and echo cancellation.
Make yourself heard more clearly using the sliding boom microphone and talk for up to 8 hours, with up to 180 hours standby time and weighs 18 grams. It also supports Push to Talk technology.
It has an ergonomic ear hook that can switched from one ear to the other depending on preference. Available in classic styling dark grey and chrome coloring.

Both Bluetooth headsets are compatible with most Bluetooth enable Nokia mobile phones like the Nokia N95 8Gb.

Nextlink Invisio G5 is the world’s smallest Bluetooth headset. Yes, you read it right! I’m not waisting your time here. Just how small this bluetooth headset anyway? Will, a remarkable 3.3cm(1.2in) long and 1.6cm(0.63in) wide and it still manages to combine the cutting-edge of technology and attractive scientifically researched design.
Weighing less than 6 grams, the Invisio G5 is considered the lightest and smallest bluetooth headset in the world! Whew! Isn’t that something? With its size, the Invisio G5 still manages to include a three button interface and a Soft Spring™ for comfort.
The INVISIO patented unique Soft Spring™ adapts perfectly to the contours of the ear, allowing easy use of eye wear and offering maximum comfort as well as a secure fit. The Soft Spring™ can be adjusted in length to perfectly fit the contours of any ear.
And the battery life can keep up with most mobiles with 4 hours of talk time and up to 150 hours during standby.
Invisio G5 bluetooth headset also comes with Nextlink’s Protective Charging Case that recharges the device for up to 20 hours of talk time and 30 days of standby before the need for a plug.
Quality and performance wise, special forces across the globe rely on such features to fit their unique needs in extreme conditions which help Invisio G5 built a strong reputation overtime.
If the technology behind these headsets can help meet the high demands for precision and tactical operations, imagine what INVISIO G5 can do for you. Size doesn’t really matter after all!
Another good news is that it is also easy to pair with lots of cellphones that is bluetooth compatible.

The Invisio G5 is now available and cost $129.99 - $165 in the market.

Here’s what is inside the box:
* INVISIO® G5 wireless Bluetooth headset
* Mains adapter
* 2 Sizes of Soft Spring™
* User manual
* Protective charging case

Today we are going to focus on one particular bluetooth headset from Motorola, namely Motorola H800 Bluetooth headset, which stands out with its interesting sliding design. The device is equipped with a sliding mechanism, similar to that of Nokia’s BH-900 and Jabra’s BT5010, the only difference being that the mic, together with the sliding part it is fitted on, are released by a button and open automatically.
This is an interesting solution which, apart from making the phone look more attractive, also makes the turning on and off of the headset easier.
The dimensions and the length of the Motorola H800 Slider Bluetooth Headset (60/68 x 27 x 22 mm), vary because the mic is fitted on a slider,which opens and closes, thus switching on and off the handsfree. It weighs 17 grams, which makes it one of the heavier and larger devices on the market. Apart from being an interesting designer solution, the slider reduces the distance between the mic and the mouth and therefore contributes to improving the sound quality.
Complete with Bluetooth 2.0 technology, outstanding audio and optimal comfort for extended wear. The Motorola H800 is designed to fit your style and your physique, featuring interchangeable hooks to match your ear for a snug and secure fit.
What’s more, the elevated speaker rests closer to your ear for loud, clear audio. With Bluetooth 2.0 technology, you are ensured of faster pairing, echo and noise reduction technology, the Motorola H800 ensures the only thing you’ll hear is your conversation.
There are three keys (a call key and two volume keys), and a slider lock switch. The three keys are easy to press and have a good tactile feedback. When pressing some of the volume keys, you’ll have to be careful not to press the one opposite it with your thumb.
The new iconic on/off slider lock switch is hard to slide for purpose of preventing you from locking the slider by chance. There is the light indicator to inform you of the current status of Motorola H800, showing a few different colors, depending on the phone’s status.

The headset comes in five colors: black licorice, silver quartz, dark pearl blue, fire red and silver moss.

Every kit contains the following: Motorola H800 Bluetooth headset, Travel Charger, miniUSB to Micro USB Adapter and Quick Start Guide.

Motorola H800 Bluetooth headset price range from $25.95 - $38.99.

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows computers, phones and other devices to talk to each other over short distances (up to 100 meters). Bluetooth uses radio waves (in the 2.4 Gigahertz range), and is designed to be a secure and inexpensive way of connecting and exchanging information between devices without wires. Bluetooth is also another way of wireless transfer between your cell phone and your PC like sending mp3/music files, ringtones, photos to/from your mobile, exchanging business cards, sending voice from a headset to a mobile phone, and real-time satellite navigation using GPS. Most new cellular phones supports bluetooth as most wireless headsets for cellular phone uses bluetooth for connectivity. If you are using a fairly new laptop or a personal computer, it will most likely have built-in bluetooth transceiver.
However, if you have an older laptop or a personal computer, you will most likely require a bluetooth dongle (adaptor) on your PC/laptop to do this type of transfer. A bluetooth dongle is a small add-on that you can plug into a USB port; which will then allow you to send and receive files via bluetooth from you PC to a bluetooth enabled device (in our case, a cell phone).
Once you set up a bluetooth connection between your cell phone and your computer, you will need to download the ringtone to your PC first.
Then, you can transfer the ringtone to your cell phone using the bluetooth connection between your PC and your cell phone.
If your cell phone is already equipped with bluetooth and your PC or laptop is so-equipped, you can follow those easy steps to transfer ringtones:

# Select the ringtone from your fave sites that you would like to download to your cell phone. Most formats of ringtone are MP3 or MIDI.

# Instead of clicking “Download it”, right-click the “Listen” link and select “Save As” to save that free ringtone to your PC’s hard drive.

# Following your cell phone’s owner’s manual instructions, connect your PC to your cell phone using bluetooth.

# Using the bluetooth software on your PC, browse and find a folder on your cell phone where you would like to send and store your new ringtone (this is usually in the folder Sounds or Files)

# From your cell phone’s menus, assign the newly transfered ringtone to your phone’s ringtones (the technique will vary from phone to phone)

# If your cell phone allows it, repeat the process again with other ringtones.

You can also do that with any mp3 or compatible music file and games.

Have fun, fun, fun, fun!!!!!!!!

Let us now talked about the smallest bluetooth headset from Samsung, the WEP200 v2.0. Weighing only 9 grams and measuring 1.5 x 0.5 x 0.5 inches, it is considered one of the lightest headset you will find. Even with its small size, the WEP200 has a 4 hours of talk time and 70 hours of standby time. This little bug of a headset fit comfortably and securely in your ear without dominating the side of your face. Small, light and easy on the ear, the diminutive Samsung WEP200 does a great job at handling hands-free calls with impressive solid sound quality. Even if you’re 30 feet away from your phone, the WEP200 stay connected. On the back is the earbud to which you can attach a removable rubber ear hook for a snugger fit. You can switch the position of the ear hook to accommodate either ear. The buttons on the device is very tactile and easy to press, even when the device is worn on the ear. Many options are available in handling calls such as ending, rejecting, redial, placing a call on hold, answer a second call voice dial and mute function.

The WEP200 is compatible with SAMSUNG and other non-SAMSUNG Bluetooth enabled phones utilizing Bluetooth v2.0. Meaning it is easy to pair with most bluetooth enable phones.

And it comes in color black, red, white and silver with price ranging from $22.50 to $69 in the market.

Imagine yourself walking on the busy financial district of New York, surrounded with noises from every directions.
Suddenly your phone rings and it’s your boss asking for your days reports.
Knowing you are wearing Aliph-Jawbone, you are confident that he receives your reports loud and clear.
Aliph the maker of the original Jawbone wired headset, unveil their latest version fitted with Bluetooth technology.
Aliph first developed Jawbone after conducting research for Darpa, the U.S. Defense Department’s research arm.
The goal of Aliph was to create a mobile phone headset capable of erasing background noise surrounding the wearer so the person on the other line hears only the conversation.

And they did! The Aliph-Jawbone Bluetooth!

For your info, the headset is touted to be the most advanced Bluetooth headset in the market today. The Aliph Jawbone utilizes Noise Shield, a military-grade technology that eliminates background noise. In addition, it is said to improve sound quality by seamlessly analyzing and adjusting microphone and earpiece performance throughout the call.
If the noise cancellation on Jawbone is good enough for the military, imagine how well it should perform under normal everyday conditions.
And imagine yourself owning one of this most popular, military-grade Aliph Jawbone.

And the best thing about it, it is a perfect partner for blackberry, iphone and most cellphones.

The Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth headset is priced at $119 each.