VoIP Monitor - Bluetooth Headsets

CSR Launches BlueVox2 Bluetooth Headset Design for $5

VoIP Monitor — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 20:21:27 GMT

CSR announces its BlueVox2 mono headset solution costing just $5; the world's lowest cost advanced Bluetooth headset. BlueVox2 features extremely low power consumption and zero cost noise reduction. CSR's design incorporates a number of world firsts, including AuriStream for superior voice quality, simultaneous connection of multiple devices and support for Bluetooth version 2.1+EDR. BlueVox2 also presents headset manufacturers with the opportunity to design the world's smallest Bluetooth headsets through an ultra small 4.5x5.5mm BGA package option.

The low eBOM of $5 includes the BlueVox2 QFN chip, together with all of the components necessary for a Bluetooth mono headset mounted on a four-layer printed circuit board. BlueVox2 is incredibly power efficient, permitting 15 hours talktime with a small 120mAh battery. BlueVox2's range of features also includes hardware-based noise reduction technology at no extra cost. CSR's all inclusive eBOM helps OEMs keep their costing simple and predictable.

The design also raises voice quality to the standard of a landline phone by using CSR's AuriStream CODEC. AuriStream delivers an ITU-T mean opinion score of up to 4.2 out of 5, even without the additional benefits of noise reduction. In comparison, headsets using only the more standard CVSD CODECs achieve a MOS of around 2.46. Calls made using AuriStream are of noticeably better quality.

BlueVox2 is the first ever ROM headset design to allow two or more Bluetooth devices to be connected to the same headset. This means that with one headset it is possible to take calls from both a work and personal phone or a phone and a VoIP dongle. The feature doesn't impact the power consumption and is designed to be easy and intuitive to use.

BlueVox2 is the world's first ROM to adhere to Bluetooth v2.1+EDR, offering Secure Simple Pairing, which greatly simplifies the headset-to-phone pairing process while significantly increasing Bluetooth device security. With the enhanced inquiry scan Bluetooth v2.1 can also gather and present a greater range of information when searching for devices, including a list of services each device supports.

BlueVox2 integrates onto a single chip the world's leading Bluetooth radio design, CODECs for the microphone and speakers, power management, a battery charger and a microprocessor to run virtual machine applications. BlueVox2's silicon, based on CSR's BlueCore6-Audio ROM, features a low cost 7x7mm QFN package as well as a 4.5x5.5mm BGA package option for the world's smallest headset IC. The performance of BlueVox2's radio is exemplary, with TX+8dBm and Rx -90Bm helping to overcome cross-body issues and increase range.

CSR is currently sampling BlueVox2, with first headsets expected to be in the shops by Q308.

Jawbone Bluetooth Headset Black on Sale $69.99 Limited Time

VoIP Monitor — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:15:29 GMT

Just a quick heads up to anyone interested in getting a good deal on a Jawbone bluetooth headset. I found this deal on slickdeals.net and currently has under 8 hours left on the sale, so hurry fast if you want to pick one up. Thanks go to RichardV.

Jawbone Bluetooth headset eliminates background noise so your calls are clearer. It's Noise Shield technology uses an advanced, military grade noise canceling system that continuously adapts to the users changing environment to deliver and receive unparalleled audio quality.

Features:

Voice activity sensor identifies and isolates your speech and subtracts the unwanted background noise to allow you to speak normally in any environment
Allows you to hear your caller better by boosting the frequencies that increase voice intelligibility
Weighs only 14 grams
Up to 6 hours talk time and 200 hours standby time Range Up to 33 ft

Includes: Multiple sized ear buds and ear loops for the most comfortable fit, Travel (wall) Charger, User Manual and Manufacture 1 Year Warranty,

Iqua Announces Solar-Powered VoIP Bluetooth Headset

VoIP Monitor — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:52:37 GMT

Iqua announced the arrival of the Iqua SUN (BHS-603) solar-powered Bluetooth wireless headset in the U.S. Following its successful launch in Europe last year, the Iqua SUN will have its debut at next week's 2008 CES in Las Vegas and will hit U.S. store shelves and online retail sites in January.

Based on one of the top-selling headsets in Europe, the Iqua Vogue, the stylish new Iqua SUN is small and lightweight. Even though it measures less than two inches and weighs under an ounce, it incorporates a photovoltaic cell that uses any available light - outdoors and indoors - to extend the talk and standby times of the headset.

"The Iqua SUN is the first of its kind, and the response, around the globe has been very positive, both in terms of environmental innovation and solid performance," said Iqua's CEO, Juha Reima. "Unfortunately, we've only been able to supply the European market until now. We've recently added capacity in order to meet the strong demand in Europe and support the introduction of the product in other markets including North America."

Selected as a CES "Innovations 2008 Design and Engineering Award" honoree, the Iqua SUN delivers up to 12 hours of talk time depending on available light conditions and standby time can be infinite, based on available light.

Multifunction and volume control buttons enable Iqua SUN users to conveniently activate voice dialing; answer, mute, end, and reject calls; switch between multiple Bluetooth-enabled devices; redial the last number; and switch calls between the phone and the headset. And with crystal clear sound and superior connectivity, the headset gives users the freedom to roam up to 32-feet away during VoIP and mobile phone calls

The Iqua SUN is compatible with any Bluetooth-capable phone that supports headset profiles or hands-free profiles, including models by Nokia, Siemens, Motorola, Samsung, Apple, Sharp, Toshiba, and Blackberry. A built-in mini USB port gives users the option of recharging the device via a desktop computer or laptop at home, in the office, or on the road.

The Iqua SUN includes interchangeable earplugs for universal comfort, and a wall-charger, carrying strap and earhook adapter. It will be available in January at a $99.99 MSRP. At CES, the innovative product will be show in the Las Vegas Convention Center by Iqua's distributors, Superior Communications and D&H Distributing, in Booths #9014 in the Central Hall, and Booth #35112 of the South Hall 4, respectively.

Calisto Pro Headset Simplifies Landline, VoIP and Mobile Phones

VoIP Monitor — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 18:45:11 GMT

Plantronics introduces its Calisto Pro Series offering intuitive design and hands-free capabilities an entirely new way to manage landline, mobile and VoIP conversations.

For anyone who has ever tried to diaper a baby or throw in a load of laundry during a conference call, help is finally here with the Calisto Pro Series. By taking into account direct customer feedback and survey research, Plantronics has designed a compact landline handset with integrated, multi-function Bluetooth headset. Not only can users talk hands-free and multi-task away, they can switch seamlessly between landline, mobile phone and VoIP calls at the touch of a button. It's ideal for busy home pros, occasional telecommuters and multi-tasking parents. Here's a funny video of how the Calisto Pro can help make life simpilar.

Stay Connected Hands-Free, Anywhere

The Plantronics Calisto Pro features a compact landline handset and multi-function Bluetooth headset nested in a clean, elegant charging base. The headset enables home professionals to switch between landline, mobile phone and VoIP calls at the touch of a button. No longer burdened with the cumbersome task of cradling a phone between the neck and shoulder, users can talk hands-free and accomplish simultaneous tasks that fill the work day, from reaching for an important file to signing for a package at the front door while on a long conference call.

The handset is built on digitally encrypted, voice-dedicated DECT 6.0 technology to provide exceptional audio clarity and performance that is free from interference with other home devices, such as WiFi and microwaves. It provides up to 300 feet of roaming range, a built-in speakerphone and flip-up waist clip for on-the-go dialing and Caller ID viewing.

The headset combines a robust noise-canceling microphone and an extended boom to greatly reduce background noise. The headset can be connected to both the handset and a mobile phone to easily answer both landline and mobile calls. Home professionals can also use the Calisto Pro headset with their Bluetooth mobile phone while on the road, and it will automatically reconnect with the home phone upon their return.

Internet Calls Made Easy

Perfect for home professionals who use Internet calling to save on phone bills, Calisto Pro includes a USB port for PC connection. Skype and Yahoo! Voice calls are transferred to the Calisto Pro headset at the touch of a button, allowing home professionals to remotely answer and end conversations from up to 300 feet away from the base station. The headset's long boom is designed to enhance VoIP call quality by significantly reducing the risk of echo.

Calisto Pro also enables professionals to easily transfer 200 Microsoft Outlook contacts, with up to three numbers each, into the handset, ensuring that important business associates are easily accessible.

Pricing and Availability

Plantronics Calisto Pro has a MSRP of US $279.95 and will be available online at Office Depot, Office Max, Staples and The Sharper Image in September. It will also be available at The Sharper Image stores nationwide in September and in select US Office Depot, Office Max and Staples stores starting in October.

To learn more about Calisto Pro and view a video demo, please visit http://www.plantronics.com.

New Sennheiser BW900 Bluetooth Office Headset

VoIP Monitor — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 18:47:48 GMT

Sennheiser announces the delivery of its’ new and versatile wireless headset based upon the Bluetooth technology standard. The Sennheiser BW900 features proprietary Adaptive Intelligence technology to deliver sound quality that is dramatically superior for both the wearer and the connected party, in addition to an advanced ergonomic design, and hot-swap battery changing.

The Sennheiser BW900 is a very lightweight, ultra-compact headset designed for use with Bluetooth-capable mobile phones, office telephone systems, portable computers, personal digital assistants, and the full range of Bluetooth-ready audio-based electronics. Its compact, discreet spiral form and ultra-light microphone “boomlet” make for an extremely flexible fit with total freedom of movement. Its user-friendly controls make selecting and switching Bluetooth signals, and adjusting talk and listen volume levels effortless.

Sennheiser’s Adaptive Intelligence technology automatically adjusts dynamic volume and mic sensitivity to compensate for ambient noise in the user’s environment. What’s more, the BW900 is able to learn the user’s preferred audio settings, remembers them, and applies them to subsequent sessions.

The Sennheiser BW900 thus ensures that both the headset user and the connected party will always enjoy optimum speech clarity, regardless of conditions and without demanding additional user input.

Sennheiser’s use of Bluetooth technology allows the BW 900 to be connected to several components simultaneously: mobile phones, landline phones, or other telecommunications sources such as PC’s and VoIP. Since the BW 900 is compatible with all speech-based Bluetooth devices, users will never need to miss a single call, due to juggling multiple handsets or headsets: The BW 900’s simple, user-friendly interface lets the wearer toggle seamlessly between conventional and/or Bluetooth-enabled hosts at the push of a button.

Equally important, Sennheiser designed the BW900 for both long range and long sessions. The headset can maintain clear wireless communications over distances up to 300 feet (100 meters), depending on the host device. And its “hot-swap” battery capability means the user can change out the battery without dropping the connection, for effectively unlimited, uninterrupted operation.

The Sennheiser BW900 Bluetooth wireless headset is shipping now, at a suggested retail price of $389.95.

Plantronics 'Sound Innovation' Tour Launched

VoIP Monitor — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 20:06:45 GMT

Plantronics put the pedal to the metal with the launch of the Sound Coach, a 44-foot long mobile marketing unit designed to educate and train Plantronics' valued channel partners and end-users on the benefits of wireless headset solutions in the office, at home and on the go.

The Plantronics "Sound Innovation Experience" tour includes:

self-guided iPod audio tours that highlight Plantronics' legacy of sound innovation, headset technology fundamentals and emerging trends driving headset usage for both businesses and consumers,
product demonstrations that feature Plantronics' newest corded and wireless solutions for use with office, home and mobile phones, and for popular applications such as, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Unified Communications and PC and console gaming,
an immersive presentation focused on current headset market opportunities with tips on identifying the ideal Plantronics headset, and
a brief Q&A session with a Plantronics specialist to receive a certificate of completion confirming their education on Plantronics' award-winning offerings.

The Plantronics Sound Coach's first stop is at the VoiceCon Spring tradeshow, March 5-8, 2007 in Orlando, Florida. The Sound Coach will then visit numerous cities in Florida before driving across the U.S.

Chat Wirelessly on Skype with the Scala-700

VoIP Monitor — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 18:38:03 GMT

Cardo Systems has begun shipping its scala-700 VoIP, a dual-purpose Bluetooth wireless headset for talking while using Skype enabled PCs and laptops as well as hands-free mobile phones. The scala-700 VoIP allows users to chat wirelessly on Skype by voice command for up to 8 hours. A Bluetooth audio Adapter plugs into a computer’s USB port allowing the headset to perform hands-free voice control of phone calls on the screen of a computer or laptop.

The innovative headset offers voice-controlled Skype operation and mobile phone communication in one device. Calls can be made and received up to 30 ft/10 m from the computer or mobile phone.

The headset also includes SWAP technology, which offers users the convenience of switching the headset’s connection between VoIP and mobile phone conversations.

The Bluetooth headset weighs less than half an ounce and features a high-end speaker for top audio performance. The unit works with all BT mobile phone, including hands-free and headset profiles.

The Scala-700 VoIP Dual Purpose Headset also features a phone activated location buzzer for finding a misplaced unit, battery status indicator, voice command, mute, redial, call reject and conference call capabilities. The headset can also be paired with up to eight devices. A mini-USB charging jack allows charging from a computer or laptop and the charging cable is included.

“The Scala-700 VoIP is unique in the market and offers users a dual benefit. Using a high-end headset for VoIP in a voice controlled manner is great. Using the same headset seamlessly with a mobile phone makes it a killer application,” said Abraham Glezerman, Chairman and CEO of Cardo Systems.

The new scala-700 VoIP is available nationwide through Cardo’s distributors at select U.S. wireless dealers and retailers.

It’s Suggested Retail Price is $79.95. For information about outlets that offer the scala-700 VoIP, please visit www.cardowireless.com.

nXZEN VoIP Bluetooth Headset Review

VoIP Monitor — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 21:18:42 GMT

The nXZEN VoIP combines a very good noise canceling headset with Skype as an added accessory to use this same headset for telephony. Earlier versions of this headset were found to have second-to-none noise canceling features. For a user who normally tries to use their cell phone in a typically noisy environment, this model is a must. This year Gennum tries hard to make the nXZEN a holiday stocking stuffer by allowing users to listen to music or chat with friends. Released this month with a street price around $125.

You may not have heard of Gennum yet, but in the past their products have been top notch. Like their previous model the new 5000 model is supposed to improve on their noise canceling ability. Featuring a new digital signal processor which Gennum calls their 'FrontWave Technology', is supposed to shield your voice from extraneous noise using twin microphones and something called the 'FrontWave Extreme' patented algorithm.

Key Features:

Bluetooth 1.2
Headset Weight: 17 grams
Physical Dimensions: 59.5mm (l), 28.5mm (h)
120 MIPS DSP
Talk Time: up to 7 hours
Standby time: 100 hours
Charge time: 2 hours
Battery: Lithium Polymer

Sony Ericsson Bluetooth VoIP Kit HBV-100

VoIP Monitor — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:17:32 GMT

The Bluetooth VoIP Kit HBV-100 is the perfect way to stay in touch with friends and family over the Internet. Comprising a Bluetooth headset HBH-PV705 and a Bluetooth USB Adaptor, you can get all the normal benefits of using a Sony Ericsson Bluetooth headset – freeing your hands while you talk, long talk and stand by times, excellent sound quality and comfort among others - while making low cost internet calls.

The discreet Bluetooth USB Adaptor plugs into your Windows XP PC and requires no complicated installation in order to be compatible with most global internet telephony software. It is pre-paired with the blue colored HBH-PV705 and the two communicate wirelessly to give you complete handsfree freedom around the room while you talk. So if you never considered your Bluetooth headset as a way to make calls without your phone, now you can use it as part of the HBV-100 kit with your PC to join the internet call revolution- even if the PC doesn't have Bluetooth built-in. And the outstanding talk and stand by times of the headset allow you take full advantage of those low cost internet calls.

Available late Q4 2006.

Facts and Figures for Bluetooth VoIP Kit HBV-100:

Kit contents:

Bluetooth VoIP Kit HBV-100

Bluetooth Headset HBH-PV705 in blue
USB Adaptor
Standard Charger
User Guide

Weight:

Headset = 14g / 0.49 oz.
USB Adapter = 8g / 0.2 oz

Color:

Headset = Blue
USB Adaptor = Black

Facts

Headset talk time with Bluetooth phone: Up to 12 hrs
Headset Standby time Bluetooth phone: Up to 300 hrs
Operating System version requirement: Windows XP

Note: Internet calling or the use of VoIP-related features may cause sound performance disruptions to the Bluetooth VoIP Kit HBV-100.

Oracle Selects Plantronics Voyager 510-USB

VoIP Monitor — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 22:23:49 GMT

Plantronics, Inc. announced that Oracle, the world's largest enterprise software company, selected the Plantronics Voyager 510-USB Bluetooth headset system to optimize Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) communications and provide hands-free efficiency to its global workforce.

Combining the Voyager 510-USB with a VoIP-enabled laptop and mobile phone, Oracle employees now have a single wireless headset to use across multiple applications. For example, the Voyager 510-USB allows employees to use voice commands to log into Oracle Collaboration Suite, listen to and draft new e-mails, and access calendar items, address book contacts, and other information. The result: improved efficiency through faster communications and decision making and enhanced collaboration.

"We evaluated numerous headset offerings to complement Oracle's VoIP deployment, and the Plantronics Voyager 510-USB is clearly ahead of the pack for audio performance, ease of use and style and comfort," said Mark Sunday, Senior Vice President and CIO, Oracle. "We are also very impressed with Voyager's performance with Oracle Collaboration Suite. Now employees have a single wireless headset for all of their voice and data communications."

Oracle chose to standardize on the Plantronics Voyager 510-USB for several key benefits, including:

Clear conversations: A noise-canceling microphone and wind-reduction technology within the headset provide brilliant sound for both indoor and outdoor environments.
Flexibility: Plantronics' proprietary multipoint technology allows Oracle users to switch between multiple Bluetooth-enabled devices, including softphones and mobile phones, with the touch of a button.
Efficiency: Oracle employees can conduct hands-free calls up to 33-feet away from their laptop and mobile phone, providing the freedom to perform other activities in support of the call, such as researching customer data, sending an e-mail or printing a document.
Simplicity: The system includes a plug-and-play USB adapter that eliminates cumbersome Bluetooth software setup processes, resulting in reduced IT maintenance and support costs and high employee satisfaction.
Comfort: The headset features a lightweight, discreet design and can be worn on either ear for all-day comfort.

"Ergonomics and hands-free benefits were key factors in selecting the Voyager 510-USB," said Maria Maskiewicz, Global Corporate Procurement and IT Vendor Management, Oracle. "The headset is extremely comfortable and will help reduce neck and back pain typically associated with prolonged handset usage. Additionally, the headset is very discreet which will encourage employees to wear it frequently."

Oracle employees also benefit from Plantronics PerSonoCall software. PerSonoCall provides remote ring detection and enables users to wirelessly answer/end PC telephony calls away from their working area. By "cutting the cord" between the PC and headset, professionals have the freedom to roam, talk between conference rooms or at the printer, and be completely hands-free to multi-task and collaborate more effectively.

In addition to the Voyager 510-USB, Oracle employees are also using the Plantronics CS50-USB for VoIP calls within the office. The CS50-USB is a premium wireless VoIP system designed for in-office use that provides excellent fidelity and range. With the CS50-USB, users can have conversations and answer/end calls up to 200 feet away from their PC. The Plantronics CS50-USB includes four different wearing styles and one-touch call management convenience. The CS50-USB also comes with PerSonoCall software for remote ring detection and call answer/end.

For more information about Plantronics' VoIP-ready products, please visit: http://www.plantronics.com/north_america/en_US/voip/.

Skype Certified nXZEN VoIP Bluetooth Headset

VoIP Monitor — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 19:30:31 GMT

Gennum Corporation, a leading provider of technology for personal audio products, announced the release of the nXZEN VoIP headset, its newest Bluetooth product offering. The nXZEN VoIP headset system is a Skype certified combination of Gennum's nXZEN 5000 extreme noise-cancelling Bluetooth headset with the new nXZEN USB audio dongle. Together, this nXZEN pair creates a powerful, plug-and-play VoIP solution that brings both the simplicity of Bluetooth and Gennum's extreme noise cancellation technology to IP telephony users.

The nXZEN VoIP headset system takes just minutes to implement and allows call answer/terminate and last number redial up to 10m (33ft) from the PC. In addition, the nXZEN dongle eliminates the need to install Bluetooth drivers directly on one's PC. The headset can be paired with multiple devices and offers a full seven hours of talk time and 100 hours of standby to accommodate any user's VoIP and Bluetooth enabled mobile phone needs.

Furthermore, the nXZEN VoIP headset incorporates the newest version of the industry leading extreme noise cancellation technology found in Gennum's nXZEN 5000 headset. The nXZEN VoIP headset combines an integrated Digital Signal Processor (DSP) that can process more than 120 Million Instructions per Second (MIPS) with Gennum's patented FRONTWAVE EXTREME(TM) technology which utilizes a two-microphone array to sample two separate points in space. A custom engineered algorithm in the DSP creates a hyper-directional 'near field' pick-up beam to target the speaker's voice and cancel the signal created by all environmental noise. Users are able to make calls in loud settings where phone conversations would previously have been impossible, all while retaining natural voice inflections and eliminating unwanted noise.

"As communication options continue to expand, with Skype and other broadband telephony providers gaining a substantial user base, the demand for wireless VoIP headsets is growing," said Gora Ganguli, Senior Vice-President and General Manager, Audio and Wireless Products Division, Gennum. "Bluetooth unties the VoIP user from the PC and provides the freedom to multi-task while the advanced audio processing and noise cancellation technologies in the nXZEN VoIP headset enhance mobility by providing users with the best audio communications experience whether they're using their computer in noisy places or at home."

Look for the nXZEN VoIP headset at online and in-store retailers where nXZEN headsets are sold.

Cardo Scala 700 vs Plantronics Discovery 655

VoIP Monitor — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:02:57 GMT

These two headsets were put to the test by Yuval Kossovsky of Computerworld for several days. Both had different prices, styles, and most importantly comfort levels.

The Cardo Wireless Scala 700:

List price: $69.95, $40 or so at Amazon.com
Size: 1.5 inches and about 30% smaller than the 500
Parts: BT headset, ear loop, charger, USB charging cable, and a carrying case that also has a belt loop
Five-hour charge, the Scala 700 yields six hours of talk time and at least three days of idle

Overall Review: "It's great that the Scala 700 is comfortable, uncomplicated and easy to operate, but the clarity of sound is the most important factor in a headset and here the Scala does not disappoint. Subjective calling tests to using my cell and VoIP chat application yielded excellent results for both sender and receiver. The wind filter on the Scala 700 is even better than the previous model, and I was able to chat next to a blowing air conditioner without noticeable interference."

The Plantronics Discovery 655:

List price: $149.95, $84.99 at Amazon.com
Weight: 9 grams
Parts: Headset, Travel Charger, Mini USB Charger and Cable, Soft Gel Ear Tips, Ear Stabilizer, Charging Pocket, AAA Battery Charger
3.5 hours of talk time, optional battery attachment you can use this to get 10 hours out of one charge

Overall Review: "To be fair, there are some very good things about this BT headset. The sound quality is worthy of the Plantronics name, and the design of the headset itself is quite appealing. The inner-ear bud that holds the unit in place is a good idea and quite comfortable, but I could not get the unit to sit securely. If you use the headset in a car or other location where you are physically stationary, the unit remains secured, but in my subjective walking tests, I found it came loose and if I didn't pay attention, it would fall to the ground. Putting this thing back into my ear after hitting the New York City sidewalk was not appealing. There is an optional ear loop attachment, but it was not the main design focus and the hard plastic loop belies that fact."

The Cardo Scala 700 is comes out on top in this review, however the Plantronics model continues to have great sound, but fit disappoints.

New BlueParrott B200 wireless Bluetooth headset system

VoIP Monitor — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 15:33:23 GMT

To address the growing trend of businesses integrating both VoIP hardphone and PC softphone technology into office communications, VXI Corporation's BlueParrott B200 Bluetooth wireless headset system and B200 USB cord accessory provides users a complete wireless headset solution for traditional PBX, IP Phone, and PC softphone communications. By easily and quickly migrating between traditional standard phones and/or IP phones and PC softphones in the office, users can enjoy convenient Bluetooth wireless headset freedom at the home or office.

The BlueParrott B200 base unit simply plugs into the telephone handset or headset port and provides communication with the BlueParrott wireless headset (also included) of up to 75 feet via Bluetooth technology. The B200 features all day wearing comfort, professional grade sound and the stability of over-the-head styling.

For those who wish to migrate their BlueParrott B200 over to the computer for use with a PC softphone communications service/application, the addition of the BlueParrott B200 USB accessory cord (sold separately) connects the BlueParrott B200 to the computer USB port and allows for easy plug & play installation and transmission of the B200 wireless headset signal to the PC – perfect for use with all PC audio applications.

"Our BlueParrott headsets are well received by customers looking for Bluetooth functionality, noise free calls and true long wearing comfort. Many consumers are initially attracted to the small over-the-ear solutions, but find them to be uncomfortable, wobbly and have difficulty hearing the call. We've eliminated these problems for them with BlueParrott's stable styling and noise canceling features" said Lisa Keslar, Director of Marketing, VXI Corporation. "Now, we've added the ability to migrate their traditional VoIP hardphone solution to a PC Softphone solution with a simple accessory USB cord. We see a strong evolution in telephone technologies. With VXI's BlueParrott systems, businesses can migrate easily and affordably from their traditional technologies to VoIP".

Features include:

Professional quality noise canceling microphone
Talk time up to six hours. Standby time up to 100 hours
128 Bit digital encryption provides airtight security
Stable fit and long wearing comfort
Range up to 75 feet.
Volume, on/off, pairing and mute
Headset also links to Bluetooth enabled cellular phones
Unlike other wireless office headsets, there are no compatibility switches to set
USB Cord compatibility: Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98SE and Macintosh OS 9.1 and higher

The VXI BlueParrott B200 and the BlueParrott B200 USB cord are offered at a suggested retail price of $199 and $59.99 respectively. The BlueParrott products are backed by an industry-leading two-year warranty.