Monday, January 08, 2007

Plantronics Discovery 640 Headset

This headset was a VERY pleasant surprise. I didn't expect to like it and thought I would not like it. Here is why I like it.

1. Long battery life
2. Multiple charging options (adapters allow charging with Mini USB as well as others)
3. Backup charger (comes with an alkaline battery charger, useful in emergencies!)
4. When it is in the charger or belt clip, the belt clip vibrates to signify call
5. Connects quickly to the phone
6. Very light

Cons:

1. Not quite as stable as it sits on the ear. But it is so light that it doesn't really affect it. Also comes with an external clip so you can clip it behind the ear to help stabilize, and this make it very stable for me. Your mileage may vary.
2. Somewhat bulky with holster

The sound quality has been surprising good on this unit. You can hear intelligbly the far end, and they can hear you. I have yet to find out what they use to reduce wind and background noise, but it seems to work effectively.

I like this unit and would give it a 8-9 rating out of 10.

$100 Plantronics Discovery 640 = 8.5
$50 Plantronics Voyager 510s = 8
$80 Motorola H700 = 8.75
$50 Jabra BT250 = 7
$80 Jabra BT250V = 7.9
$40 Office Depot PBH-8W = 3.5

These are the approximate ratings and approximate prices. Prices can be higher or lower in your area and are approximate (not the best prices I've seen). I wouldn't mind using any of the headsets on a daily basis with a rating over 8.

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