Jabra SP710 Cruiser Bluetooth Car Kit Speakerphone with Blackberry miniUSB Car Charger for Blackberry Curve 8300 8310 8320 8330 8350i Smartphones Review

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(More customer reviews)After weeks of reading independent reviews, discussing various bluetooth items with my friends and searching for just the right bluetooth car kit I decided on the Jabra SP710, Cruiser. I ordered it on Amazon from a company called ccmaccessories. Delivery was quick, directions for use were clear and I attached it to my visor and couldn't wait to use it.
The first problem occurred when my brother said he couldn't understand me, since he could only hear every 3rd word and that word echoed a few times in his ear. Thinking I was in a bad signal area, I pulled my car over to turn off the Jabra and use my cell phone (Oregon has a new law banning the use of cell phones, you have to use a hands-free device). I noticed the phone had full bars, signifying that I was in a good area for excellent cell coverage. I called my brother back and it was so clear he thought I had gotten home and was using a land line. It wasn't the signal at all it was the Jabra. I thought maybe it was a faulty speaker, so I contacted the company and awaited their reply.
Since the Jabra SP710 Cruiser allows you to go through an empty FM frequency on your car radio I decided to try that. I had better luck with that feature, for talking on my cell phone, but now I couldn't listen to regular FM radio stations, use a CD or my Satellite radio. I tried to make the best of it, downloading songs onto my Blackberry 8330, but more problems cropped up. The Jabra has a lot of features, buttons to skip to the next track, or jump back to hear a song again. The buttons didn't work. To top it all off, now the start and end call features didn't work either.
I was lucky CCMACCESSORIES responded to my request with instructions on how to return my Jabra. I was out the shipping charges (both ways) but my credit card would be credited.

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BlueAnt S4 Voice Controlled Car Speakerphone (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is best handsfree car speakerphone I've had so far. My first was a Motorola T305 which I found to be (barely) adequate. I then purchased a Blueant SuperTooth II which I used up until the purchase of this unit. I really liked the SuperTooth II in terms of call quality, amazing battery life and the convenience of the on/off switch being activated by the microphone boom. It was a bit limited in its feature set as newer models were being released, but it was/is a solid performer. Based on excellent reviews of the Motorola T505 and my desire to get a new gadget, I also purchased one of those. I was not particularly impressed with it in terms of call quality or ease of use and gave it to the same friend who inherited my Motorola T305.
I was ready to get a new handsfree (nothing wrong with the SuperTooth II, I just wanted a new gadget again) and was pleasantly surprised to learn BlueAnt had just released the new S4. I quickly ordered one and received it on Monday (I'm writing this on Saturday).
First thing I noticed after opening the box is that the S4 is noticeably smaller and lighter than the II. It is nicely finished and I find it to be much nicer looking than the II, almost elegant in appearance. The S4 does NOT come with an AC charger. Instead you are supplied with a cigarette lighter adapter and an approximately 11" long USB cable. The S4 uses a micro USB plug with the port on the side of the device, next to the slide on/off/battery save switch. The port is covered by a lighter gray cover. Also in the box are the manual and two sunvisor clips...one for thicker, one for thinner sunvisors. The unit is held to the sunvisor clips by two rather strong magnets.
After charging the S4 for a while...the battery is rated at 20 hours talk time and 700 hours standby, I paired it with my phone. That was easy, the first time you power up the S4 it talks you through the pairing procedure. For those who care, the S4 uses a male voice as opposed to the II's female one. (Edit: The SR does use a female voicxe for "answer or ignore" incoming calls (see below))
A couple of things to note so that you do everything in the correct order and don't have to repeat steps. The S4 has upgradeable firmware. The unit I received came with firmware version 1.2 and version 1.5 is currently available. The first thing you should do is go to BlueAnt's website and download the updater software. Follow the directions EXACTLY...if you don't press the phone icon "button" long enough...until both the green and red lights cycle on and off...the program won't run correctly (ask me how I know) and upgrade the firmware. After you are finished updating the S4, it has to be paired with your phone (all over again if you previously paired it prior to updating it). It will also be necessary to transfer your phone's contacts. If you transferred your phonebook prior to updating the firmware you will have to do it again. Also, and this is not clear from the manual, you have to disconnect the S4 from your computer to transfer your phonebook.So now that it was updated and set up, it's time to play with it. The main function of any handsfree kit is to allow you to communicate clearly with it. It that sense, the highest compliment you can pay such a device is that people don't know you are using it. Everyone I've asked during a call has indicated they could hear me clearly and weren't aware I was on a speakerphone, whether I was in my fairly quiet daily driver or my much louder sports car. The volume on the S4 is excellent and is adjusted by merely swiping your finger along the face of the unit. Note, the S4 does NOT have an FM transmitter. I did not want that function, but if you require it, this is not the unit for you.
The S4 has a few LED lights that can be easily turned off by voice command if desired. The voice command system has worked flawlessly and truly renders the S4 a handsfree unit. You can check battery level, activate your phone's voice dialing, redial, call back your last incoming call, confirm connection to your phone, adjust voice recognition sensitivity, update your phonebook and access Bing's 411 service (in my area with my carrier) all though voice commands. When a call comes in, the S4 announces either the contact's name or telephone number and asks if you want to answer or ignore the call. You can answer or ignore calls be either voice command or tapping the phone icon on the face of the unit...one tap to answer, two to ignore and a single tap to terminate the call. If you transferred your phone's contacts, the S4 announces the name for incoming call, otherwise just the number.
In the week I've had the S4 I've been very impressed with its call quality, feature set and convenience. Battery level is still at high after the initial charge. Assuming you don't need the FM transmitter function, I believe this is an excellent choice and recommend it without hesitation or other qualification.


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Boyo VTB88 Rear View Mirror with Bluetooth, Earpiece, FM Transmitter, Built-in Battery Review

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(More customer reviews)Works superbly. Great hands free functionality, super clear, eliminates background noise, easy to use. Excellent value.

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Blueant S1 Sun Visor Bluetooth Handsfree Review

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(More customer reviews)Let me start with the basics - this car kit is not bad. It isn't great, but I've seen worse. The S1 is about $20 cheaper than the Supertooth 3 (the flagship carkit from Blueant). Sadly, the S1 loses the cool features found on the Supertooth 3 - voice dialing is one of them (the S1 does support a simple "answer" command for picking up calls.
The S1 does all the basics, plus it adds Bluetooth audio. This works, but don't expect it to replace your car stereo any time soon. The A2DP Bluetooth stereo lacks one minor little thing - AVCRP or Bluetooth audio remote. So, even though you can listen to music, you can't control it.
Now on to the big one - when you open the box, you see the S1, its visor clip and an AC charger. That is correct - the brainiacs at Blueant obviously felt that nobody would need a car charger for the car kit in their car.
This means you'll need to spend an additional $10 on a MiniUSB car charger cord. To me, this is an inexcusable flaw, and one that makes it seem like the product was poorly thought through.


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Motorola T325 Bluetooth Portable Car Speaker (Black, Retail Packaging) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned other Bluetooth car speakers, but none compare to this one. Motorola really went all out in their research to find ways to make this product exceptionally user-friendly! You pair it to your cell phone, clip it to your visor and it does the rest! I, too, was concerned about it only coming with a car charger. I now realize the reason is because you rarely have to charge it. Unlike other speakers I have owned, I don't have to take it in every night to hook up to a charger (and then forget to get it in the morning); I don't have to turn it on and off or "connect" it to my cell phone every morning -- it does everything automatically, and the sound quality is excellent. And I especially like the feature that announces the person who is calling me. I don't have to take my eyes off the road for one second to look at the incoming number on my cell phone! I have only written 3 reviews on products in my entire lifetime of buying electronic gadgets (and I have bought LOTS!), so I really have to be sold on a product to write a review. I feel confident in stating that this product is worthy of a top rating.

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Go hands-free the moment you enter your car with the T325 Portable Bluetooth® Speakerphone. The T325's intuitive design includes an entry on/exit off feature that automatically syncs your Bluetooth-enabled phone with the speakerphone when you enter your car. This clever speakerphone is packed with premium calling features, including an automated phonebook that announces the name of incoming callers. It also gives you one touch access to Bing 411--a service that provides directions, weather updates, movie times, and more.
Syncs Automatically with Your Mobile DeviceFully Bluetooth-enabled, the T325 wirelessly syncs with your mobile device the moment you enter your car. There are no buttons to fumble with or push, and everything is automatic so you'll never forget. This way you'll always talk hands-free and keep your attention where it needs to be--on the road. You don't have to worry about it turning it off either; the T325 automatically switches itself off when you get out of your car, conserving battery life for your next trip.
Call Options at the Touch of a ButtonWith the T325, you gain access to several convenient calling functions, including call waiting and mute. A large call button lets you answer and place calls with ease, while a tri-color LED displays Bluetooth connectivity and mute status. Most importantly, the speakerphone's controls are user-friendly so you won't compromise your safety while driving.
Convenient Contact FeaturesWhen you receive a call, the T325 will audibly announce the name of the incoming caller. It pulls names directly from your phonebook and will recognize up to 1,500 entries.
For added convenience, the T325 will automatically compile a "Favorite Contacts" list. It intuitively updates and stores your 25 most frequently used phone numbers and allows one-touch dialing for those contacts.
Instant Access to Bing 411 ServicesThe T325 also gives you access to Bing 411--a fast and easy way to stay connected and get information when you're on the go. Preprogrammed as the number-one spot on the "Favorite Contacts" list, Bing 411 provides one-touch access to driving directions, weather, movies, sports, stock quotes and more.
Long-Lasting Charge and Universal Bluetooth CompatibilityThe T325 provides up to 17 hours of uninterrupted talk time. On standby, the battery's charge can last for up to 2-1/2 weeks. For added convenience, a micro-USB charging port is included on the side of the device.
The speakerphone also features universal compatibility and can be used with any Bluetooth-enabled device--it's simple to set up and takes only seconds to sync.
About MotorolaMotorola, a recognized leader in mobile connectivity, is committed to developing tools and technologies to make people's lives easier, more efficient, and more connected. Founded in 1928, Motorola's prominent record of invention and innovation includes equipment that carried the first words spoken from the moon as well as the world's first handheld cellular phone. Now, with their new line of Bluetooth® headsets, Motorola continues to change the shape of communications by developing technologies to eliminate boundaries for people, businesses, and public safety agencies, enhancing and advancing how they communicate.

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Jabra Cruiser Bluetooth Car Kit Speakerphone Review

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(More customer reviews)The product worked as advertised. I was able to set it up in seconds for the blue tooth option. since I don't use the FM radio in my van I did not set up the FM transmitter. I can hear other people just fine and I have not heard anyone say they can't hear me or ask me to repeat myself. Only 1 little glitch after a month of using it. It did disconnect and reconnect once but I think i passed someone else using the same frequency which caused it. The price here was 20% cheaper that Best Buy and it was delivered free. I would recommend this product to all of my friends.

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MOTOROLA T505 BLUETOOTH CAR SPEAKERPHONE BLUE TOOTH NEW Review

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(More customer reviews)This device is the best thing since sliced bread. I had an ear piece I used to have to put on in the car, never could get used to using it. For people that have limited hearing in one ear, with a normal bluetooth device you can not hear the radio in the car. So, you have to take it off and put it on and that is not helping your driving abilities. This device is so easy to use just pop it int hte car & turn it on, NO instilation and it tells you when you get a call and
who it is from. I LOVE THIS!

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Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Speakerphone (Black, Retail Packaging) Review

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(More customer reviews)I don't give 5 stars that often, but I love this thing.
The calls are very clear as advertised and they can hear me fine as well. It's fantastic being able to finally answer calls hands free in the car; no having to have an earpiece or anything.
I love that you can connect two Bluetooth devices at once; I don't have a smartphone, but I can connect my basic cellphone with Bluetooth to this device, as well as my iPod Touch to send music to it!
The size makes it great to take it with you anywhere and use it as a speakerphone/speakers at home.
It looks great on the sun visor of the car, as well on a desk.
There is also a built-in FM transmitter. Personally, the transmitter doesn't seem that much of an advancement to send a clear strong signal than other FM transmitters that I've owned (still getting a static or fuzzy sound on a higher volume), but still, it is definitely a nice bonus to have!
The device is also firmware upgradeable if there are any improvements in the future.
It uses a Micro USB to charge.
If you ever feel like using your cellphone in the car, when you think about the safety and traffic ticket costs, this product is a no brainer worthy investment. The versatility of this product being suitable for home use just makes it even better. Fantastic design.
Recommended.

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Motorola Roadster Bluetooth In-Car Speakerphone (Retail Packaging) Review

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(More customer reviews)Before getting this I did quite a bit of searching on the web, and couldn't find anything that explains exactly how well this speakerphone works with iPhones. Several other reviews outline its main features, and a few mention that they use it with their iPhones but don't discuss the limitations of that mode, so what follows is intended just for those who hope to use it with an iPhone. (I've got the iPhone 3G, but I can't see any reason it would work differently with the iPhone 3GS or 4).
It's clearly designed for droid phones, and on those phones you can download the MotoSpeak app and have it read texts out loud - and even allows you to compose texts hands free. Still, the basic and most essential functions appear to work with any Bluetooth enabled phone, and certainly with my iPhone 3G.
It hooks easily to the sun visor of the car, and the charger plugs into the cigarette lighter. It links easily with the iPhone, once you go into the settings and enable Bluetooth. After it's linked, the Roadster recognizes your phone, and turns itself on automatically, apparently triggered by the sound of an opening or closing car door. Once on, it speaks out loud that it recognizes your phone, and even says the name of the phone it's linked to. It also tells you whether it's fully charged or not.
If you receive a call, it tells you there's an incoming call and if your phone recognizes the caller it tells you who's calling. You can then say either "Answer" or "Ignore" and it will either pick up the call or drop it. You hear the call either through a speaker built in to the Roadster or you can set it up so it transmits directly to your car stereo through an unused FM frequency. The onboard microphone picks up your voice - all you have to do is speak at an ordinary level and it works fine. My wife reported that it sounds just like it does when I'm calling her directly through the iPhone.
Pressing the call icon on the Roadster will redial your most recent call. Another feature built in to it is that you're supposed to be able to click on the dial tone button and speak a phone number - but when I press that button the Roadster tells me that the feature is unsupported by my phone. It strikes me a bit odd that the Roadster can control my iPhone enough to dial the most recent call, but not to dial a different number, but that's the way it is.
You can also play music from your phone through the Roadster - it sounds awful if you try to do it through the speaker on the Roadster, but when you've got it on the FM transmitting mode, and assuming you've got it set on a clear station the music sounds pretty decent, about as good as you'd get it from a decent but not perfect signal on a regular FM station. In my case I hook the iPhone directly to my stereo with a USB cable, so I wouldn't ever bother with this.
So what this is really useful for on my iPhone is answering calls hands free - and in my case that's the main thing I wanted it for so it works pretty well for me. If you want to make phone calls a lot while driving, or want to receive and send text with voice commands, you'll need a different kind of phone, with Android 2.2 or higher. Having said that, those features would make this an excellent device for owners of Android phones; the more basic features still make it quite useful for iPhone users like me.

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Stay in touch on the road with Roadster Bluetooth speakerphone from Motorola's Elite Series which offers dual-microphone noise cancellation technology to ensure you can be heard over road noise and block out background noise better than any other speakerphone currently on the market. Equipped with MotoSpeak, the Roadster reads aloud text messages and allows you to dictate your text response, so you can stay in touch while on the road.


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Jabra CRUISER2 Bluetooth In-Car Speakerphone Review

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(More customer reviews)In this video, I show you how I paired the speakerphone with my LG Xenon phone.
I also demonstrate the FM compatibility, the ability to play Youtube music, the ease of making a call, and the little extras that come with this device.
Enjoy!

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The Jabra CRUISER2 Bluetooth in-car speakerphone makes hands-free in-car calls even easier. To start with, its voice gives you simple pairing instructions the first time you turn it on. After that you just put it on your sun-visor and it connects automatically with your mobile phone every time. It will even synchronize with your phonebook, enabling the CRUISER2 to say the names of the contacts in your phonebook when they call.

When you answer, Jabra's Noise Blackout technology and a dual microphone system ensure the conversation always sounds just right. And you won't run out of charge because its voice will tell you when it needs more power. It's also equipped with an FM Transmitter and A2DP Bluetooth profile, which allow you to stream your music from your phone to the car stereo.

Key Features
Acoustically optimized design with Noise Blackout dual microphones and a powerful speaker
Easy to install. Pair to your phone and place on your sun visor. Then you are ready to drive responsibly
Connect it to your car radio with the FM transmitter and transmit your music and calls to your car speakers
Play music from your Bluetooth device using A2DP
Advanced MultiUse allows you to have two active connections at the same time and switch between them whenever you please.
Downloads your phonebook and tells you who is calling
Dedicated mute button and large easy to access volume controls
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology
Auto-pairing accompanied by audible pairing instructions for no-nonsense set-up
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology
Jabra Discreet Light feature--the light indicator (LED) does not continually flash and you can turn it completely off in night drive mode
Features answer/end, redial and voice dial (phone dependent)
In-car cigarette lighter adapter charger with disconnectable USB cable so you can also charge it from your PC
Up to 14 hours talk time and up to 20 days of standby time
See a schematic image of all controls

Pairing the In-Car Speakerphone with Your Phone
When you turn on your Jabra CRUISER2 for the first time, the in-car speakerphone will automatically start up in pairing mode and begin to tell you what to do next
Activate Bluetooth on the phone
Press 'Yes' or 'OK' on the phone and confirm with PIN code 0000 (4 zeros)
Your phone will confirm when the pairing is complete
For later pairing: Turn your in-car speakerphone on. Press and hold the answer/end button until the Connection Status Icon light is flashing blue and the pairing instructions begins

Install It In Your Car
After you have successfully paired you phone (or phones) to your Jabra CRUISER2, use the metal clip on the back of the in-car speakerphone to attach it to your sun visor. That's all the installation needed. You are now ready to drive responsibly.

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