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The Nokia World event rocked today with the unveiling of new accessories to jazz up your music selections. These two new stereo headsets command superb stereo sound without compromising on comfort and style - meet the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-700 and Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600.

Designed for your life on the move, these headsets give you the enjoyment of premium audio quality in the choice of two ergonomically different forms. The seamless changeover between calls and music means using these headsets is a hassle-free pleasure. Your music will stop when a call comes through, and pick up right where you left off when you’re done talking.

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I’m still not really over the old Bluetooth headset = Doctor Who cyborg / business folk who want to look busier than they really are thing. But hey, just because I’m living in the past it doesn’t mean you have to. If you like the convenience of a Bluetooth headset but are bored of the bland looks sported by some of them, the Flamingo might be the answer.

Winner of serveral design awards, the compact headsets look more like elongated iPod earbuds (though hopefully have better sound quality). They come in an array of muted pastels and darker, more metallic colours, which you can preview using the interactive colour wheel. You should get eight hours of working life out of them - 180 hours on standby - and there are six sizes of interchangeable EarClick designs for a snug, comfy fit. They retail at approximately $80 (£40).

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Callpod introduces the new Dragon headset, which claims to offer 100 meters long range bluetooth connection

With its proprietary Dual-Mic Noise Suppression technology, it isolates the user’s voice while removing background noise. The Dragon achieves this through new Bluetooth technology such as enhanced audio channels called eSCO, which are also used by the iPhone.

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AT&T has announced that the Motorola MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth® headset is available in the U.S. through AT&T. Available at all AT&T stores today, the MOTOPURE H12 audio performance allows users to have clear phone conversations in dynamic noise environments.

The MOTOPURE H12 uses Motorola’s proprietary technology, CrystalTalk™ for headsets, to achieve its remarkable sound quality. Two microphones separate the user’s voice from background and wind noise to enhance his or her voice for a natural-sounding conversation.

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Motorola Debuts First Bluetooth Headset with Proprietary Technology for Maximum Audio Performance in Noisy Environments, CrystalTalk™ for Headsets

Global Media Lend an Ear, Experiencing High-Performance Headset During Motorola’s First-Ever Global Virtual Press Conference

In a launch heard around the world, Motorola,today unveiled the MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth® Headset1, a premiere product that helps users to better hear and be heard in dynamic noise environments. Taking the MOTOPURE H12 to the streets and other noisy locations where today’s on-the-go consumers live, work and play, Motorola introduced its first headset with Motorola’s audio-enhancing technology, CrystalTalk™ for headsets.

As seen – and heard – from some of the world’s noisiest locations, including the busy streets of New York City’s Columbus Circle and one of London’s most trafficked transportation hubs, Paddington Station, Motorola today unveiled the MOTOPURE H12 during the company’s first global virtual press conference. Designed for the most sophisticated, discerning mobile consumer, the new headset features superb noise cancellation, discreet convenience and an iconic look.

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Stay in touch with your friends and colleagues without the hassle, thanks to Nokia’s newest headset, the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-101. Revealed today at the SEMA Show, this headset is the ideal companion for people on the move who want a simple, discreet and affordable solution for their handsfree communications.

Compatible with a wide range of devices, the headset has the durability and comfort to take you through a hectic day. Its efficient power management means you can talk up to eight hours, or put the headset aside on standy mode for up to 180 hours. Compact in size, the headset comes with an easily adjustable earloop to make any long conversation comfortable.

The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-101 is expected to hit stores globally for the Christmas season and will cost an estimated 30 EUR/40 USD, without taxes.

The headset has basic call handling functions and supports Bluetooth functions up to version 2.0 with EDR and Handsfree v.1.5 and Headset v.1.1.

Motorola is dialing up the experience of hands-free driving with the introduction of the MOTOROKR T505 Bluetooth® In-Car Speakerphone and Digital FM Transmitter, its first road-ready, music-oriented ROKR accessory and the latest addition to its portfolio of in-car solutions. The MOTOROKR T505 enables consumers to connect a compatible Bluetooth enabled phone¹ to the car sound system and enjoy hands-free calling and their own personal music collection in outstanding stereo sound. Motorola will unveil its newest Bluetooth automotive accessory here at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, the premiere automotive specialty products trade event.

The T505 is extremely portable and requires no wires or installation. Drivers simply clip the device to a car’s visor and pair the T505 using Motorola’s EasyPair™ technology to a compatible Bluetooth device. When the T505 is connected to a stereo Bluetooth phone, such as a MOTORAZR² or MOTOROKR Z6, or an MP3 player, calls and music are streamed wirelessly with the perfectly-tuned clarity and wide-ranging volume of a car stereo. Drivers with standard Bluetooth phones can use the T505 to make and take their calls over the car stereo. And when the ride’s over, the T505 can be easily unhooked and taken to another car for the next trip.

“Today’s drivers demand convenience and connectivity without missing a beat to what’s important to them – their calls and their music,” said Jason Few, corporate vice president, Motorola, Inc. “We’re excited to introduce a portable, music-optimized ROKR to the car to enhance the mobile experience while consumers are on the road.”

The T505 also features StationFinder™, a breakthrough technology that announces where the best FM connection can be found on the user’s car radio. When calls come in, the T505 automatically mutes the music and audibly announces the Caller-ID², so drivers can keep their eyes on the road. Cutting-edge echo and noise reduction technology and a built-in microphone and 2-watt speaker also ensure that drivers have outstanding sound and zero static throughout their ride.

Motorola, a global leader in the Bluetooth accessories market, offers a selection of portable and fixed automotive-focused Bluetooth solutions for drivers including speakerphones, headsets and other accessories.

Plantronics announced that the new SupraPlus® Wideband USB professional headset is optimized for Microsoft Office Communicator 2007. SupraPlus Wideband USB provides Office Communicator 2007 users with enhanced wideband audio, reliability and hands-free communications throughout the business day.

Wideband utilizes more than twice the audio bandwidth of conventional telephony to greatly enhance intelligibility. With SupraPlus Wideband USB, professionals using PC-based unified communications (UC) applications for voice over IP (VoIP) get the feeling of true “face-to-face” conversations, resulting in improved business communication and collaboration during audio and video conference calls, and person-to-person calls when initiated through Office Communicator 2007. 

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Motorola has three MOTOROKR S9 Bluetooth Stereo Headphone gift packs available this festive season. Perfect as gifts for loved ones in (insert country), each pack offers the ultimate in wireless music and centres on the iconic MOTOROKR S9.

"The MOTOROKR S9 packs make fabulous gifts and have been designed with music and fitness lovers in mind. As well as making and taking calls, the MOTOROKR S9 packs allow you to take your favourite tunes with you anywhere, anytime and offer a completely hands-free, uncompromising music experience," said Gillian Tune, General Manager, Accessories, Motorola Europe.

"Nothing is simpler than enjoying your music on the move with the MOTOROKR S9 Bluetooth Stereo headphones which are universally compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled stereo music phones ensuring a wide appeal for consumers."

The MOTOROKR S9 gift packs available this festive season include:
MOTOROKR S9 Bluetooth Stereo Headphones

David Beckham FITNESS MUSIC PACK designed by Motorola

This gift pack combines the MOTOROKR S9 with an armband to house your mobile phone while you work out.

MOTOROKR S9 + iPod Adapter D650 Music Pack

In addition, the D650 works with any dockable iPod models, 4G or later.
For information regarding pricing and product availability in your region, please check with your local Motorola representative.

Motorola today announced the addition of the H680 and H375 Bluetooth™ headsets to its impressive family of Bluetooth Companion Products. The headsets combine elegant design, premium audio and Bluetooth wireless technology to allow multi-taskers and stylish talkers to make and take calls while juggling their busy lifestyle.

The headsets’ outstanding sound quality is due to Motorola’s TrueComfort™ technology which allows you to hear and be heard at home, on the move or at work.

Motorola’s exclusive TrueComfort design was developed after an intensive study of the human ear. The result is H680’s new ear hook, ear bud and speaker designs which improve audio by mechanically isolating the speaker and bringing it closer to the ear canal to channel sound. It also allows for a much better fit and improved comfort for prolonged use.

Both the H680 and H375 also benefit from Motorola’s Easypair™ which means that after an initial connection is made, your phone will conveniently and automatically pair with your headset whenever you switch it on.

“The H680 offers experienced Bluetooth headset users performance, style and looks in an absolutely discrete size. Alternatively, the H375 offers first timers to Bluetooth headsets a simple, reliable option with a battery check function,” said Gillian Tune, General Manager, Accessories, Motorola Europe.

“Users today want not only freedom from wires but also to look good while they converse on the go. The audio quality, comfort and convenience offered by the H680 and H375 means you will never have to slow down your life to talk on the phone again.”

H680 Bluetooth Headset – Discrete & Sharp Design
The high gloss and metallic finish of the H680 Bluetooth Headset offers discrete and stylish freedom to talk on the move. Despite its small size, the H680 is packed with power. With up to nine hours of talk time and up to 12 days standby, it can stay talking for longer than you can.

The H680’s super slim design is due to the micro USB connector being located in a carry-case instead of the headset. Magnets snap the H680 into the elegant case and keep it protected when on the move.

H680 Bluetooth Headset Communication Pack for Her - Style on the Move

The H680 Bluetooth Headset also comes in a chic frosted design with a matching carry pouch for those who want to stay connected while looking great, whether on the move, at work, or just busy at home.

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