Which Bluetooth headset works without problems with XDAII?

[gregory_marsh]

I've seen earlier posts with problems with the JABRA BT200 (Which was top of my list for an Xmas pressy).

Can anyone tell me of Bluetooth headset that actually works well (ie without any problems) with the XDA II...

Just so I'm not frustrated on Xmas morning :D incase Father Xmas does bring me one ?

Greg

[xdaer]

ive tried to jabra bt200 and neither would even pick up the call. They bonded OK but that was it! I have yet to find one that's ok.

[xda-rocks]

I've been using Jabra200 for a three weeks with xdaII, having used it with dongle on xda1, and haven't had any of the problems, posted here.

It's great to be able to answer calls simply by pressing button on headset instead of fumbling for phone.

[Rudegar]

why are there not any more stereo bluetooth headsets ?
renember a few months back i did a search on google and only found one

having a mono headset dont really do it for me when you listen to music on the xda aswell

this is how they looked cant recall that brand but they are kinda ugly and bulky
http://www.b2s.com/images/prodimgs/200206/h/200206191811263.jpg

this is a bit better looking but since it have mp3 in them maybe it still only streem from the xda in mono
http://www.openbrain.co.kr/e_site/e_products/e_products03.htm

[Sebi]

Hi !

I have HBH-35 and work fine.

[justanamee]

Anyone knows where to get Jabra BT250? The store selling must shipped internationally.

[gregory_marsh]

So we have some conflicting info here. One person who the BT200 does not work and one that it does.. Odd.. maybe they fixed a bug with newer version ?

The Sony Ericsson HBH-35 is a bit pricey..

http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=105947

The Jabra 250 is better priced :

http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=108165

anyone tried it ?

Keep them coming by the way... all suggestions welcome..

[shire29]

Sony Ericson HBH-65 works OK although it was only a test in the shop. But receives calls no prooblem.

Not tried the Nokia yet or a new jabra headset (can't remember the model) will try tonight if I get time.

Cheers, Shire

[Rudegar]

http://www.google.dk/search?q=+Jabra+BT250&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=da&btnG=Google-s%C3%B8gning
this search resultet in this link

http://www.expansys.com/regproduct.asp?code=108165

of they dont ship international then i'm sure there are links in the google search which lead to places which does

[cheapskate2003]

Ive been using a Plantronics M3000 with my XDA II for a week without any problems. I picked mine up for £56 from dabs so its definately an option worth considering.

[phonefreak]

HBH-30 works fine

[adamz]

Nextlink Bluespoon Chameleon works beautifully.

[arebelspy]

I've heard lots of good things about this one, and it's only $40 after MIR, so I ordered it:

http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=90119243&loc=111&sp=1

I'll know in a few days (when it arrives) if it works with the XDA II or not..

-arebelspy

[Olli.D]

"So we have some conflicting info here. One person who the BT200 does not work and one that it does.. Odd.. maybe they fixed a bug with newer version ? "

Hello,
could it be??
My MDA is not working with Jabra 200. I can bond them, then i can receive calls and can make calls!! But, if i switch the headset off and on, it works no more, until i bond them again, but the Jabra was still bondet in the configuration.....
The Jabra seems to be o.k., i used it before with my SE P800.
Best regards, Oliver

[shire29]

OK I tried the new BT headset from BodyGlove tonight in the shop. I gotta say I was impressed, so much so I bought the only one we had lol. Sound was clear and load, and the mic was clear on the other end, well according to the misses.

Thought, mmm, maybe some cash to be earnt here so I looked on eBay to see what they were selling for.

We are going to sell them in the shop for £69.99, I paid £45 for mine at cost price, and there is a guy on eBay selling em for £45 + £2.50 P&P.

I have used this guy before too, you will see some positive feedback from me, so I know it's genuine.

Check it out

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3363371627&category=42393

Cheers, Shire

[Staroip]

HBH-65 works fine on my i-mate.

[barryuk]

Jabra Bluetooth works superbly!! I am delighted with it!

[xdashers]

I have been using the BLUETREK G2 for 3 weeks I have only had to charge it once in this time and I use it every day it works perfect with XDA 2 very light great sound, bonds everytime, excellent. Bought on ebay for less than £50.00

[cruisin-thru]

The skypower EXclip works ok, nothing fancy but it lets you know if you are out of range, lets you know when its on and also doesnt need rebonding, it cant be used yet to originate calls or voice dialling but I hope the new O2 rom will address that issue. Cost me £18 on ebay.

[gregory_marsh]

:evil:

Thats what they dont tell you!!

[Ivan]

HBH-65 works fine on my i-mate.

Hi,
I have HBH-65 for 1 week now, and I thinking about change it for Bluetrek G2.
With HBH-65 I am not able transfer call from XDAII to headset while I started call from mobile. Sometimes dont ringing. Very short life time (max.1 day) It is nice, but seems not fully working with my QTEK2020 ROM 1.6.
P.S. My MSI dongle with Widcomm SW 1.4.2 doesnt work with this headset on W2003 machine!!! :x

[Codenix]

I've just purchased the Logitech Bluetooth Headset (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/US/EN,CRID=1632,CONTENTID=7010) and thus far I've very impressed.

I paid $130ish in Australia (RRP is US$99). The extra-large speaker is nice and comfortable, it apparently has up to 7 hours talk time (Standby time 1 month!), and bonds and stays bonded with the i-mate, regardless of turning on / off either device.

The Australian distributor my reseller purchased from, Bright Point, suggested this device when I ordered a more expensive Plantronics model. They said this is the one they always recommend with the i-mate, and they've had no returns.

I can certainly add my two-cents-worth of praise - I was quite afraid when purchasing a bluetooth headset, due to all the problems I've read about on this forum, but I'm very happy with this.

Codenix.

[RichardR]

I bought a Jabra 250 the other day from the US to go with my I-mate and like others on this and other forums can get it to bond but nothing beyond that. Because some users of the XDAII/I-mate have definitely been able to get this headset to work with their device I am wondering whether there is a conflict with some other non-standard software installation on the device (a voice dial progarm for example) Have no idea whether there's anything to this but I am going to give it a go as it is frustrating to have bought a new bit of nice kit and be unable to use it at all.

If anyone hears about a solution I' and others would love to hear about it.

Richard

[gregory_marsh]

Works fine...

My only problem is that you have to leave the XDA II bluetooth switched on to use it..

And as I said even on a full charge in the morning the battery is dead by lunchtime!..

:-(

Why does the phone not switch bluetooth on only when needed ?

I.e when you recieve an incoming call ?

[the_pilgrim]

can anyone tell me if the jabra 250 will fit in left and right ears please. There seems to be no info about this in the sales blurb.

thanks in advance

The Pilgrim

[gregory_marsh]

There is a swivel on the rubber ear piece (the bit that actually goes in your ear)

Greg

[the_pilgrim]

thanks for the information :wink:

The Pilgrim

[oliven_99]

Plantronics M3000 works spankingly and with 8 hours talktime and 200 hours standby I am pleased that it works!!

[Smash]

Strange that nobody is talking about Logitech bluetooth headset.
Ive bought this one;
http://www.logitech.com/lang/images/0/1286.gif
And it's great. Nice design, (personal opinion) good communication and very functional earclip.

rating;
***** stars

info;
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/NL/EN,CRID=1632,CONTENTID=6305

[ronrosenbaum]

I've just purchased the Logitech Bluetooth Headset (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/US/EN,CRID=1632,CONTENTID=7010) and thus far I've very impressed.

I paid $130ish in Australia (RRP is US$99). The extra-large speaker is nice and comfortable, it apparently has up to 7 hours talk time (Standby time 1 month!), and bonds and stays bonded with the i-mate, regardless of turning on / off either device.

The Australian distributor my reseller purchased from, Bright Point, suggested this device when I ordered a more expensive Plantronics model. They said this is the one they always recommend with the i-mate, and they've had no returns.

I can certainly add my two-cents-worth of praise - I was quite afraid when purchasing a bluetooth headset, due to all the problems I've read about on this forum, but I'm very happy with this.

Codenix.

I saw that one. Its priced well, but don't you find it a bit bulky? I'd be using mine while on the road a lot, both in the car and walking around.

[ronrosenbaum]

Plantronics M3000 works spankingly and with 8 hours talktime and 200 hours standby I am pleased that it works!!

How is the sound quality? Is it better than using the phone to your ear? How well does the microphone work? Does it filter out background noise well when you're in a public place?

[Codenix]

I saw that one. Its priced well, but don't you find it a bit bulky? I'd be using mine while on the road a lot, both in the car and walking around.

No, not at all. It slides easily onto your ear, with spring-loaded pincer-like claws expanding to accomodate your... er... girth.

Once on, it fits comfortably, and the large padded speaker is MUCH more forgiving on your ear than those silly buds which always seem to pop out at inopportune moments.

One final thing - the shape / configuration of the pincer-claw-thingy allows you to clip it to your sun visor, snug and safe.

I talked two of my colleagues at work into getting these (for their i-Mates, which I also talked them into getting :) ) and they're pretty taken with them too.

Codenix.

[thePhoneGuy]

Strange that nobody is talking about Logitech bluetooth headset.
Ive bought this one;
http://www.logitech.com/lang/images/0/1286.gif
And it's great. Nice design, (personal opinion) good communication and very functional earclip.

rating;
***** stars

info;
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/NL/EN,CRID=1632,CONTENTID=6305


The link that you have provided is for the Logitech Cordless headset http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/US/EN,CRID=1632,CONTENTID=6305 and not the Logitech Bluetooth Headset http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/US/EN,CRID=1632,CONTENTID=7010 . I hope you were talking about the bluetooth headset and NOT the RF cordless one.

Also, I have read some bad reviews about the MIC boom breaking off or being very flimsy. And to top it off, Logitech does not support that under warranty. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0000YKA9M/ref=cm_cr_dp_2_1/103-8434315-5620642?v=glance&s=electronics&vi=customer-reviews

Any thing happening like this to you guys?

[BunHead]

I've got the Sony Ericsson HBH-65 and I've had a few problems with, it'll not respond when making and receiving calls and sometimes it will just turn on/off half way through a conversation, and before anyone points it out no it's not run out of power.

I wouldn't get one again.

But I would be interested if anyone has found a duel headset yet :D

[topps]

why are there not any more stereo bluetooth headsets ?
renember a few months back i did a search on google and only found one



Because at 720kbps bandwidth, BlueTooth cannot handle stereo sound at reasonable quality.

Consider: if you are running at a sampling rate of 44kHz, 8 bits per channel, stereo, you need 44 * 8 * 2 (channels) bits per second = 704k. With overhead, this usually adds another 10-12%, which puts you over 720kbps.

So unless you have some sort of decompression module in the headset and compress the bitstream at the PocketPC, then you will not have enough bandwidth.

And I believe that 44kHz, 8bits would be the minimum acceptable for reasonable sound quality for most people.

[thePhoneGuy]

But I would be interested if anyone has found a duel headset yet

Got one selling right here. http://www.impulsesoft.com/

Couldn't find any reviews on it though!!

[gavinloh]

Guys, I need some help. I bought a Bluetrek Headset and unable to bond or even find the bluetrek from XDA2 itself. Wat did I do wrong? Please help, thanks.

[Jolinar]

Can´t understand the problems with Jabra BT250.
Ordered after testings 4 piece for MDA II and there are no problems.

In my opinion one of the best i tested, and the only one with this special layout.
Greets
Jolinar

[gavinloh]

I solved it. It require a special pairing mode in order to be paired with the XDA2.

[cruisin-thru]

HBH-15 headset, will not bond with or without bluetooth tools. Is discovered ok but then refuses to pair properly and keeps asking for pin number.

[Jora]

I had problems with Sony Ericsson HBH-65 and HBH-200 in my i-mate with 1.66 ROM. Sometimes they dont reply, sometimes dont ringing. Very often i-mate uses its internal speaker instead of headset. Now i want to try Jabra :(

[Jora]

I had problems with Sony Ericsson HBH-65 and HBH-200 in my i-mate with 1.66 ROM. Sometimes they dont reply, sometimes dont ringing. Very often i-mate uses its internal speaker instead of headset. Now i want to try Jabra :(

[stevewooding]

I've got the Sony Ericsson HBH-65 and I've had a few problems with, it'll not respond when making and receiving calls and sometimes it will just turn on/off half way through a conversation, and before anyone points it out no it's not run out of power.


Odd - I'm now having similar problems with my Plantronics M3000. Worked fine before the ROM update on my XDAII and now after about 1min - 1.5mins the thing switches off and I'm left with the phone still connected but without any way to talk or hear the person on the other end (and no, transfering the call from the headset to the phone doesn't work!)

Any ideas / suggestions. (NOTE: Bluetooth Tools doesn't work! )

Steve

[ednap]

I had been using the HBH-60 for a while and though performance was pretty good I did encounter a few problems mainly around people complaining on quality of sound from my end (not all the time). I think perhaps since a short unit the mic needs a high gain to work and may pick up background noise as well.

Anyway, more recently I have purchased the Logitech BT HeadSet as suggested by a few others. Yes it is bigger but I have found it more comfortable to wear for extended periods (but yes more people do look at you as if you are from Star Trek) and sound out and in is also much better.

Unlike the HBH-60 which can be charged with any SE phone charger, the logitech has be to returned to the desktop charger (which is also a carry box but a VERY big one). On a positive note though the battery life is much better than that of my BHB-60

Ed

[jwealthall]

I'm using the O2 version of the BlueTrek G2.

Apart from a few issues when I was learning about setting up bluetooth in the first place, I've had no problems with it. I find it more comfortable (and 'apparently' lighter) than a wired headset.

I do however have varying reports about it being 'quiet' at the other end, but this seems to be intermittent and even my half deaf mother can still hear me so it can't be that bad.

It comes supplied with two chargers (mains and car) and a carry case. It's very light (about half the weight of the Jabra 200/250 that a friend of mine has).

This is my first BT headset so I can't give any comment on the quality in comparision to other devices, but I'm happy with it.

[elio]

I also have a BlueTrek G2 and it's working great so far, besides beeing really lightweight.
To gavinloh: put your device on discoverable mode, press on the talk button of the Bluetrek CONTINUOUSLY for at least 7 to 10 sec. I-mate will the recognize Bluetrek. Then finish the procedure. Don't forget to turn the headet mode on when u want to use it (start-settings-today-profile).

[kufi]

I've got the Sony Ericsson HBH-65 and I've had a few problems with, it'll not respond when making and receiving calls and sometimes it will just turn on/off half way through a conversation, and before anyone points it out no it's not run out of power.

I wouldn't get one again.

But I would be interested if anyone has found a duel headset yet :D

Same problems here with HBH-65, it is simply a piece of sh*t!

[danielalvers]

Somewhere on these forums theres a post regarding the Nokia and Ericson headsets which basically says they screwed with the Bluetooth standard to insert some of their own features.

If you search there are posts from people, with specific firmware, that do actually work with the XDAIIs. If you are hell bent on Nokia or Ericson then definately do a search.

When you try the newer headsets in the store they will normally bond without too much hassles. The problem is that after they go into Standby mode they will often switch off completely or take a very long time to pickup.

I would really suggest going for one of the Generic 1.1 Bluetooth options. So far most of the stuff I have read is very positive.

I personally went with a Logitech headset ($AU119) and have not had a probem with it at all.

[Camstech]

I saw the comment above regarding problems with the BT Headset after a ROM upgrade. My old 1.52WWE O2 Asia ROM at least provided some headset support, and with TOWA's BTTools it was quite stable. I would get 2-3 days of standby on the HBH20 battery before it needed charging.
After the recent O2 1.60WWE upgrade I can't get more that 6 hours of standby from the headset!!
The HBH20 still works fine on a SE T68i phone, with 3 days standby so it is not the Headset battery.
Anyone else had this problem?
I have also had the problem of the phone being connected, but no sound from the headset. It seems to happen after you go outside the 10m BT range then return. So far the only workaround is to soft reset the XDAII and re-bond the Headset

[CDTV]

I too have issues with the inventors(?) of this BT technology the SE HBH-65 :roll: I thought this BT stuff was supposed to be a "standard" :lol: But I digress - the sound quality has always been suspect even within a few feet it sounds staticky. And don't speak with the sunroof open! Many times in the middle of a conversation it'll just stop...but still holds on to BT & phone-call connection?? I'll actually "transfer to phone" & the person will still be there...about half the time. I't's really to bad cause this thing worked great with (another SE product) the P800 -- included the desperately desired "caller-ID-announce-in-your-ear" trick! I guess this "universal standard" works fine if you stay with one mfr! Another reason why Moto's MPX is desirable...

[Camstech]

I think I have resolved my short battery life issue. After uninstalling BTTools and resetting the headset, I am again getting 3 days of standby. The issues of short range and static seem to remain, but it is at least usable. Bluetooth is anything but standard.
Cheers

[skenliv]

wrong, bluetooth is standard but not the software drivers to be used for it!

[captin]

I am using the Southwing NeoVoice USB from ebay for around £35 and it works perfectly.

[mva245]

HBH-15 headset, will not bond with or without bluetooth tools. Is discovered ok but then refuses to pair properly and keeps asking for pin number.

Have the same problem now with my logitech bt headset. I can connect the headset to a bt usb dongle on the laptop, works fine, but cannot bond it to the mda ii. Keeps also asking for pin which is 0000. I had a hard reset few days ago, and was trying to connect the mda ii to the dongle for local network support - without success though. Internet connection through activesync works ok.

Michiel

[jimmy-floyd]

Does SE HBH-30(not 35) work with i-mate properly :?:

[Rusty]

After having problems with the Plantronics M3000 headset, i have now purchased a Epox HS01 BT headset that was on special offer at Maplins and can confirm that it works brilliantly. Very comfortable, long battery life and came with car charger :)

[cruisin-thru]

I have got so pissed off with the xda 2 and its brain damaged bluetooth features that I decided to buy a Pocket Loox 600, within minutes of taking it from the box I had Activesync working on bluetooth, I had bonded 3 different headsets to it HBH-15, HBH-65 and Skypower clip on headset. I can listen to the spoken commands from TomTom through the headset, the mp3 audio is very good also. Because the xda 2 was my first brush with bluetooth I thought it was a complicated affair so the Loox setup is a revelation in simplicity, this is how it should be. I am getting rid of the xda 2 and keeping my xda 1 with 64 meg memory and also keeping the Loox. The Loox cost the original buyer £399 but I got it for £120, the xda cost me £100, add the memory cards, gps and headset and I think I have something for all my needs at a very good price. I might buy another xda 2 if it ever gets to the point that it actually works as it should. I am not knocking the xda 2 hardware but I feel like I was promised a racehorse and given a donkey with scabies.

[cbrow51]

I have an XDA II paired with a Motorola HS810 blutooth headset. While the basic call funtions seem to work ok, I have discovered that the microphone mute function on the XDA II does not work with the headset. Bluetooth mic appears to remain in an active state when the xda II is on mute...

Has anyone else experiened this problem with this or any other bluetooth headset? Is there a bluetooth headset that works with the xda II, that has its own mute function or supports the XDA II mute function?

I am running the o2 1.60.00WWE ROM with 1.10.00 radio version

Thanks guys!!

[jimmy-floyd]

How does Cellink BTHS-6063 work with I-mate :?:

[jimmy-floyd]

i've bought Cellink 6023,it works great with I-mate.

[CDTV]

I have an XDA II paired with a Motorola HS810 blutooth headset. While the basic call funtions seem to work ok, I have discovered that the microphone mute function on the XDA II does not work with the headset. Bluetooth mic appears to remain in an active state when the xda II is on mute...

Has anyone else experiened this problem with this or any other bluetooth headset? Is there a bluetooth headset that works with the xda II, that has its own mute function or supports the XDA II mute function?

I am running the o2 1.60.00WWE ROM with 1.10.00 radio version

Thanks guys!!The mute on xda2 doesn't work with my SE HBH-65 either. The BTTools really improve the overall experience though!

[jimmy-floyd]

excuse,where can i download BTTOOLS :?:

[BRosenow]

Jimmy-Floyd asked:
Does SE HBH-30(not 35) work with i-mate properly

I have an SE HBH-30 (not 35) and it works flawlessly with my i-mate. I do not even have Pocket BT Tools installed. In fact, it has worked flawlessly since the day I got my i-mate, through all of the ROM revisions, etc.

I would be afraid to buy a new one . . . it might not work as well!

[durius]

here is the link:

http://bluetooth.i-networx.de/index_e.html

[joohan]

I have used my Bluespoon (analogue version) successfully with my Nokia and Ericsson phones but not with XDAII. Surely I can talk through it but picking calls and hanging up won't work with the buttons on the headset, only the ones on the XDAII works. That is really bad. I'd love to use the BTTools but I have understood that they do not support file exchange. My current ROM (1.66) makes it possible to send and receive files and vCards from most other units.

- Johan

[jimmy-floyd]

thanx dirius.

[azbro]

Well, I went bought a BT250 and really didn't like it...the dropouts and static received thru the set was really annoying...even by putting the XDAII under a table the sound of static was killing.

So i went to the PDA shop to exchange it with something else, tried a few types and guess what?

Most of the BT sets volume was half less than the Jabra...Jabra was clear and so amplified the short comings of the BT between the XDAII and itself.
Other BT sets also had the static sound but because the volume was low, the static was less annoying. But I like the Logitec...instead of giving the static sound it emitted a bepp instead.

I kept the Jabra and will wait maybe a year or two later to get a new set when they perfect the Bluetooth system.

[Ian G]

I simply walked into the O2 store in Worthing, asked for a bluetooth and they sold me one - it works fine!

[cacatous]

HBH-15 headset, will not bond with or without bluetooth tools. Is discovered ok but then refuses to pair properly and keeps asking for pin number.

Have the same problem now with my logitech bt headset. I can connect the headset to a bt usb dongle on the laptop, works fine, but cannot bond it to the mda ii. Keeps also asking for pin which is 0000. I had a hard reset few days ago, and was trying to connect the mda ii to the dongle for local network support - without success though. Internet connection through activesync works ok.

Michiel

Thank you! Someone else who is having problems like me!

Still can't work out how to resolve it...

[mva245]

It was finally solved by hard reset. Perhaps some error in registry? Logitech works fine now and am happy with it!

[Bruno Rodrigues]

I bought a Logitech headset and I'm quite happy with it. It has a good sound and I managed eight days withouth recharging it. I leave the headset in stand-by mode I used (talked with it) it for about 1 hour in total.

[jimmy-floyd]

Jimmy-Floyd asked:
Does SE HBH-30(not 35) work with i-mate properly

I have an SE HBH-30 (not 35) and it works flawlessly with my i-mate. I do not even have Pocket BT Tools installed. In fact, it has worked flawlessly since the day I got my i-mate, through all of the ROM revisions, etc.

I would be afraid to buy a new one . . . it might not work as well!
thanks for answer.

[cshields1]

During one of the last 1 or 2 ROM updates issued by CarrierDevices (i-mate), the BT pairing to my Plantronics M3000 BT headset isn't working as well. Plantronics tech support said there is a bug with i-mate software & they are pulling the i-mate XDAII off their product compatibility wizard.
Problems include:
1) Dropping calls for no reason
2) Auto-transfer of incoming calls to headset doesn't work
3) Takes many tries to manually switch incoming call to headset

I sent Carrier an email & published on their forum, haven't heard back. I'm a little bummed as I use my headset quite extensively while driving.

[faisal]

Jabra 250 working fine with i-mate (ROM 1.72 without adding Bluetooth Tools).

[jstr]

I have now had this fab headset for a month, and can thoroughly recommend it. I only ever paired it on day one, and even when the two are parted they just hook up without any fuss.

The headset is extremely light and sits fine once you've got it comfortable - however, getting it just right can be a bit fiddly.

[henrylim]

But I would be interested if anyone has found a duel headset yet

Got one selling right here. http://www.impulsesoft.com/

Couldn't find any reviews on it though!!


Did anyone bought a dual headset? Would love to hear some reviews on it, and especially where I can buy one!

Henry

[nya2003uk]

I was thinking of purchasing the new Nokia HS-4W bluetooth headset, i have read its compatible with the XDA II... any reviews ????

[jesal]

hey ppl, im still new here and am waiting to get my XDA II next sunday. am using a nokia6600 and looking forward to this new phone tht rulez. i know am entering this game a lil late but better late than never right :roll:
neways i wanted to know this thing bot JABRA bt 200 & 250. in some places i read tht the jabra bt 200 is 10 meters and 250 is only 1 meter hence some are having problems using it since it gives out static even when in the pocket. i wanted to know if this is true. wht i read was that the 250 has 1 meter hence the talktime of 8 hours can be achieved. dunno if this is right or not. i had a SE HBH 65 worked fine on some phones. so now wht shud i get for my XDA II and 6600. the JABRA 200 or 250. wht bot the wind factor ppl tlk bot. so shud i get a jabra or get nokia or SE instead plz advise thx a lot in advance.

[azbro]

hey ppl, im still new here and am waiting to get my XDA II next sunday. am using a nokia6600 and looking forward to this new phone tht rulez. i know am entering this game a lil late but better late than never right :roll:
neways i wanted to know this thing bot JABRA bt 200 & 250. in some places i read tht the jabra bt 200 is 10 meters and 250 is only 1 meter hence some are having problems using it since it gives out static even when in the pocket. i wanted to know if this is true. wht i read was that the 250 has 1 meter hence the talktime of 8 hours can be achieved. dunno if this is right or not. i had a SE HBH 65 worked fine on some phones. so now wht shud i get for my XDA II and 6600. the JABRA 200 or 250. wht bot the wind factor ppl tlk bot. so shud i get a jabra or get nokia or SE instead plz advise thx a lot in advance.

The XDAII is way ahead of the 6600

I'm using Jabra 250 and it works cool...the range is '10m' same as the 200.
Some of my friends are surprised that i can take a call that far!

If you wanna know, Jabras are sensetive headset, there will be static now and then and worst is if blocked by your body parts, in the pocket or in your briefcase. I've lived with it...its not that really bad.

I've tried many headsets and the static in Jabras are the worst.
Jabras are very very clear and loud due to the design of the earbud. The sound coming out from there goes straight to your ears, other sets are not that clear and hence the static sound is hidden. Logitec goes further by hiding the static and out of range with beeps.

I choose the Jabra due to the design (not so fancy and doesn't attract lots of attention) , fits my ear better, battery life (awesome), clearer voice (less background sound) for ppl. on the other side to hear, one year warranty (one to one exchange), and etc.

For me Jabras have all the plus points against other models minus the static sound...but great news is when paired with a Handphone, the static is almost 0. I suspect my XDAII is at fault!

[Mikee4fun]

I must say wow a stereo bluetooth headset, now that rocks, but no MIC! :P I have tested pretty much everything out there on the market with the XDA II. The best I have come across was the sony hbh-30. They have a hbh-35 as well that works great. However do not buy there hbh-60 or hbh-65 which is accually shown in the upcoming resident evil movie. It sucks so bad, when ever you are driving it cuts out. I had send back numerous ones to sony and they just say we can send you another. lol

Mikee :shock:

[sacaman]

dear all i am using the plantronics M3000 since 1 year and the work fine the have 10 meter also with more then 8 houre tolk and 200 houre stand by the song is nice with beep alarm + leed
for me it's work fine . i dont try others to make comparaison but for me the mondatory is the time for tolking am using my phonne for all the day in work in car and also in the house
with the volume for the xda i can not doo it :wink:
by

[jesal]

ok i see mixed views here and am lost my ? still stands does the jabra 250 have only 1 mt. or wht. and overall which headset to buy which can be used with xda 2 and n 6600. plz advise. also do u need to buy the jabra with the adaptor for non BT phones or the normal ones will do ?

[bandito66]

ok i see mixed views here and am lost my ? still stands does the jabra 250 have only 1 mt. or wht. and overall which headset to buy which can be used with xda 2 and n 6600. plz advise. also do u need to buy the jabra with the adaptor for non BT phones or the normal ones will do ?

Hi,

I've just bought a Jabra 250 headset and I'm afraid to say that range doesn't exceed 1 meter (in best case).
Does anyone has a solution for this problem??

[azbro]

ok i see mixed views here and am lost my ? still stands does the jabra 250 have only 1 mt. or wht. and overall which headset to buy which can be used with xda 2 and n 6600. plz advise. also do u need to buy the jabra with the adaptor for non BT phones or the normal ones will do ?

Hi,

I've just bought a Jabra 250 headset and I'm afraid to say that range doesn't exceed 1 meter (in best case).
Does anyone has a solution for this problem??

I really dun understand why, I'm using Jabra250s and the range is fantastic..infact i can get a call slightly more than 10m!! Some of my friends and amazed.

What is your code (the one on near the mic)? Mine is 16C. I heard that the Cs are better than Bs or As.

Send it back if it doesn't work and try out some other BT headsets. Its either the Headset or the XDAII itself.

[jesal]

my god this is wht im scared off. every alternate post is against the jabra 250 its so 50-50. wht do i do. wht are the codes for near the mike plz help me since i need to get a BT headset asap. thx alot

[bandito66]

My code is 25C

[bandito66]

Maybe the version of the ROM is the key. I got O2 1.60 WWE.

[bandito66]

I've switched to 1.72.00WWE and the problem is still the same. A 30cm range is not enough!!!

[bandito66]

I've tried Sony Ericsson with the XDA2 and the range is fantastic. You can go with this headset...

[jesal]

sony ericsson what model are u tlkin bot. hbh 65 ?

[MartinHSabag]

I had a SE HBH-60 and although the sound was fantastic (on my side) people have complained about echo.
The battery life on it wasn't great and the delay between the begining of ring and till the call was tranferred to the headset was big (sometimes I just missed the call).

when the HBH-60 died (battery lasted 10 min top) I moved to Neuvoice USB and it's fantastic.
Sound quality is not the best but it's not bad.
Battery lasts for ever (5 hours talk time).
The call is transferred immediately and sometimes even before the XDAII starts ringing.

[jwealthall]

Salesman in the O2 shop in Huntingdon suggested their rebadged version of the Bluetrek G2.

Never really had a problem with. Bonded first time!

So light that I've been know to walk away from the car forgetting that I was still wearing it. :wink:

Left the XDA II in the lounge once and wandered off somewhere else in the house and still managed to take a call - Definitely works over more that 10 meters :lol:

[bandito66]

sony ericsson what model are u tlkin bot. hbh 65 ?

HBH 35

[jesal]

3 days been reading and im still confused about what to get. wht do i do ppl. i already had a hbh 60. i want jabra stilll lost og my god wht to do

[jwealthall]

3 days been reading and im still confused about what to get. wht do i do ppl. i already had a hbh 60. i want jabra stilll lost og my god wht to do

:oops:

Look, people have got a BT headset of one make or another works then they're normally not going to buy another one just to see if it's better.

If you can't make up you're mind after :? 3 days :shock: then Roling a dice or Picking straws or Tossing a coin is probably the only way to solve your problem!!!

:roll:

[MartinHSabag]

Hi Jesal
If all the models seem to work fine, then it's now to other considerations like:
Comfort
looks
cost

For me the Jabra was a No from the start as I didn't like the look of it on the ear.

[elio]

Hi guys,

Did anybody try sony ericsson HBH-600 on our beloved machines?

[jesal]

makin in short. these are on my mind and close to buying. JABRA BT 250, SE HBH 600. I CANT DECIDE OVER JABRA. I WANT THE JABRA SO BAD. BUT THE REVIEWS ARE KILLING ME PPLZ SAY ITS SO BAD EVEN IN 1 METER RANGE. so jabra is the one for me. plz convince me for it lol.

[bandito66]

I sell my 2 days Jabra 250 for a bluetrek G2

[azbro]

No way, Jabra is NOT bad!

If you are undecided...go to the PDA or handphone shop and check out stuff they have there. I tested them all and I choose Jabra. Its not that expensive and doesn't look funny when you put it on your ears.

Remember to try G2s, Logitec and stuff like that before you invest in it.

[olezha]

I have SonyEricsson HBH-65 , adn use it with my T-mobile without any problems :)

[jesal]

hmmm i went today to check out the jabra fits well i love the design and all looks cool overall dint get to test since the batt. was dead and too many ppl were there to whtever. so ill try it out laterz.

[jwlchung]

I'm currently using Motorola HS810 without any problem.

[damomcd]

Can anybody tell me if Epox bluetooth headset is compatible with XDA2?
I can link the headset to my XDA, but the damn thing doesn't kick in when a call comes through!
Thanks.

[nethugo]

I have the Jabra 250 and the Plantronics (model?) and the Jabra is by far the best of the two. It is mostly concealed behind your ear and it fits comfortably. The Plantronics one hurt my ear after a while.

The Jabra 250 has excellent standby time and the sound quality is great. Mute does not work on the device though.

[Gear]

I use the Jabra 250 with both my XDAII & Nokia 7610 and works perfectly with the two of them.

Gear

[Duan]

I have been using the Sony-Ericson HBH-600 and I have had no problems with it. It is comfortable, has good battery time and clear sound.

I am using the Bluetooth tools. (Not that I think it realy makes a diffirence)

[chuckster]

Got a SE HBH-600 too. Works great!

[Z-man]

if you are speaking of the EPOX BT HS01, i didn't like it..... range is short... 1 meter max...... sound quality is low during conversations.... but you can hear the ringing loud...... i dunno if it was the headset or the XDA2..... i'll see when i get my HBH300.... 'till next time folks... :)

Note: I tried the epox when my ROM was 1.66.... I rteturned it already.... so I cant check now that my ROM is 1.72

[edsub]

BTH-808
Its cheap on eBay (sometimes called mini-dolphin)
It seems to be from Globalsat

Best of it: Its light, does not require ear-hinge, fully MDAII compatible, 4.5hrs talktime, 200hrs standby, good sound, good range.
I did noot check the times exactly, but 4.5hrs talktime is quite accurate.

Weakest point: When in right ear, the volume-down button can be pressed in by the headset pushed in your ear. Easy to overcome: use in left ear OR put it in more carefully (this is what I do)