Plantronics Voyager 855 Bluetooth Headset (Black)
- Detachable cable lets you easily convert mono headset for stereo listening on your music-enabled Bluetooth phone
- Sound-isolating earbuds block out distracting background noise so that you can focus on music or conversation
- Plantronics AudioIQ two-way noise reduction technology¿now every word can be clearly heard, regardless of the surrounding noise
- Seamlessly switch between calls and music with the same headset. Tune out the world, tune in your music and stay in touch
- 2-in-1 headset with one-touch call and music controls. Adjust volume, mute the microphone, track forward and back, pause, and then play on
Rating: 2 of 5
Not comfortable, not great sound
I use my Bluetooth 4 work every day, & so I did a lot of research when it came time 2 replace my 2-year-old Jabra after its battery died. I decided on Plantronics Voyager 855 but have not been at all happy with it. It does not feel secure in my ear, & the sound quality 4 those I am calling is demonstrably worse than on the Jabra. In all, it's very disappointing, especially as I had imagined a jump in quality over a 2-year-old product.
Rating: 3 of 5
Great Customer Service, Good Product
The mic wasn't producing enough volume, as in, people couldn't hear me.
After a series of questions with Plantronics, they asked me 2 return it 2 Amazon, since I had purchased it within 30 days. Amazon offered 2 refund my money or send me a new one within the USA. But since I was no longer in the USA I opted 2 return it 2 Plantronics. They were AWSOME. Sent via post & the replacement arrived at my door, without having received the defective unit, the next day.
The new one works well, although I'm still trying 2 figure out the best fit among the three molded ear pieces & ear hoop. Had some initial pains getting it connected 2 my Lenovo T-60, but after downloading the latest bluetooth driver the mic worked, but still have 2 use the computer speaker. Also, still haven't got it 2 re-connect 2 my Treo & Lenovo T-60 if I go out of range or turn them off.
It does block out noise & I found it a little weird listening 2 music in the car with the ear piece all the way in.
After a series of questions with Plantronics, they asked me 2 return it 2 Amazon, since I had purchased it within 30 days. Amazon offered 2 refund my money or send me a new one within the USA. But since I was no longer in the USA I opted 2 return it 2 Plantronics. They were AWSOME. Sent via post & the replacement arrived at my door, without having received the defective unit, the next day.
The new one works well, although I'm still trying 2 figure out the best fit among the three molded ear pieces & ear hoop. Had some initial pains getting it connected 2 my Lenovo T-60, but after downloading the latest bluetooth driver the mic worked, but still have 2 use the computer speaker. Also, still haven't got it 2 re-connect 2 my Treo & Lenovo T-60 if I go out of range or turn them off.
It does block out noise & I found it a little weird listening 2 music in the car with the ear piece all the way in.
Rating: 1 of 5
The headset not 4 your head
I was not happy about this product. I gave it 2 my son & he hate it, too.
Rating: 5 of 5
Music through bluetooth headset, I'm sold!
My Samsung SCH I760 easily links up with this device. This revolutionary headset has attributed 2 me setting aside my mp3 player. While the sound quality is good, but not great, the functionality 2 discreetly listen 2 music while on my break & being able 2 talk handsfree has easily made this bluetooth stereo headset a winner with me.
Rating: 4 of 5
Great headset, with a hefty price tag.
Plantronics is recognized as a leader in the headset market, & rightfully so. The Vogayer 855 is a quality product, with a premium build & features. But this all comes at a premium price, as well.
Here are the positive aspects of the headset:
+ Great voice quality, both incoming & outgoing.
+ Small footprint, classy design. Extremely lightweight. You wouldn't notice this hanging on your ear, if it wasn't 4 the noise isolating earpiece.
+ Plethora of accessories. Various ear tips, from silicone 2 foam. Quality carrying pouch.
And now the cons:
- The biggest reason I purchased this headset was 4 the stereo capabilities. Not knowing at the time, more than anything else, this feature is really a gimmick. To begin with, your pairing device must support the A2DP Bluetooth profile. This was no issue 4 me, since both my Nokia E51 & Anycom USB Bluetooth Adapter do. Now, listening 2 music through my phone worked flawlessly, yet the biggest issue here is the sound quality. Don't think 4 a second this stereo headset will replace your regular wired headphones, because the quality is nowhere near even the cheapest headphones you might own. I'm not sure if this is Bluetooth's fault as a technology or Plantronics', but your music will sound tinny, dull & uninspiring. You're better off listening on your phone's speaker--yes, it's really that bad. As 4 voice calls, sure, you can hear in both ears, but it's not stereo, so what's the point? Now, I also had in mind listening 2 stereo music on my computer. But I was unable 2 get this feature functioning at all, since Vista needed new Bluetooth drivers which demanded me 2 install SP1, & trying 2 set it up in Ubuntu Linux was an incredibly involved process, that I just haven't taken the time 2 perform 2 this day.
- Price. I still think I wasted US$ 70 on this product, since the feature I was interested the most is faulty. I really believe the price is being pushed up simply because of the Plantronics brand name.
All in all, this is a superb headset with subpar stereo capabilities. I would hesitate purchasing another Plantronics product, & would need a lot of reassurance 2 what exactly I'm paying for.
Here are the positive aspects of the headset:
+ Great voice quality, both incoming & outgoing.
+ Small footprint, classy design. Extremely lightweight. You wouldn't notice this hanging on your ear, if it wasn't 4 the noise isolating earpiece.
+ Plethora of accessories. Various ear tips, from silicone 2 foam. Quality carrying pouch.
And now the cons:
- The biggest reason I purchased this headset was 4 the stereo capabilities. Not knowing at the time, more than anything else, this feature is really a gimmick. To begin with, your pairing device must support the A2DP Bluetooth profile. This was no issue 4 me, since both my Nokia E51 & Anycom USB Bluetooth Adapter do. Now, listening 2 music through my phone worked flawlessly, yet the biggest issue here is the sound quality. Don't think 4 a second this stereo headset will replace your regular wired headphones, because the quality is nowhere near even the cheapest headphones you might own. I'm not sure if this is Bluetooth's fault as a technology or Plantronics', but your music will sound tinny, dull & uninspiring. You're better off listening on your phone's speaker--yes, it's really that bad. As 4 voice calls, sure, you can hear in both ears, but it's not stereo, so what's the point? Now, I also had in mind listening 2 stereo music on my computer. But I was unable 2 get this feature functioning at all, since Vista needed new Bluetooth drivers which demanded me 2 install SP1, & trying 2 set it up in Ubuntu Linux was an incredibly involved process, that I just haven't taken the time 2 perform 2 this day.
- Price. I still think I wasted US$ 70 on this product, since the feature I was interested the most is faulty. I really believe the price is being pushed up simply because of the Plantronics brand name.
All in all, this is a superb headset with subpar stereo capabilities. I would hesitate purchasing another Plantronics product, & would need a lot of reassurance 2 what exactly I'm paying for.
Tune out the world, tune in full-spectrum stereo music & conveniently switch 2 calls on your music-enabled phone. Innovative stereo ear buds seal out noise & seal in sound 4 better listening, while AudioIQ technology two-way noise reduction improves call quality on both sides of the call. The sliding boom gets you closer 2 the microphone, so you are heard better than ever. Convenient one-touch buttons let you control calls & music from your headset. At only 15 grams, it's lightweight, comfortable & discreet. On the train, on the road, on the move - the Plantronics Voyager 855 Bluetooth headset is the perfect convertible 4 traveling life's highway. Compatible with the Samsung SPH-M300 & other models
($81.05)
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