40 feet working range? Pfft more like 4 feet. 8 hour battery life? So long as you're not listening to anything with them. These headphones are typical wireless shit. DO NOT buy them, stick with wired. What's the point of being wireless if you can't use them or have to plug in every half hour or so to recharge.
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18.11.2011
10/10
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Великолепно
As a software developer I work remotely (i.e. from home/coffee shop etc) and we use Skype to communicate. I did not want to be tethered to my computer when having a phone conversation but I also did not want to have to change devices for listening to music while working. These headphones serve both tasks admirably. Music sound readily intelligible and the phone conversations are superb.I received the units only recently (11/16/2011), I charged them fully that night and used them at work the next day. Today is the 18th and I have not charged them again and they still have a charge. How much? I don't know as their is no indication for that information.I am very very very please with the $57.00 purchase. It was prime eligible and as always, was waiting for me at home 2 days from the time I ordered :)I tried to use my Jawbone ERA for skype and music (albeit in one ear) but two things put the Kibosh on that idea:1. Jawbones multipoint feature does not play well with my laptop (Lenovo) and my iPhoneor iPad, so it could not readily switch between device and that was a problem. I would have to turn bluetooth on one device off and turn the ERA off and on again...NOT2. I have a guy sitting next to me that smacks all the time (eating or just chewing on his lip or finger ...etc ) drives me NUTS!!! so I had to cover both ears LOL!!!! 995 to the rescue. I can take a lot of things but cracking gum and smacking.... goes through me like a hot knife in butter at room temperature!Have a nice wknd!
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Скроменый эксперт
18.09.2012
2/10
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Ужасно
This headset worked right after I took it out of the box, but it becomes unpaired every time you unplug the USB connector and I've only successfully gotten it to re-pair one other time. Even that time it's so temperamental it probably took me 10 minutes to get it to pair and I still don't know exactly what made it happy since I was following the instructions in the manual to the letter and they didn't work.Completely unusable piece of junk.
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Скроменый эксперт
11.12.2012
8/10
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Хорошо
I like everything about but the fact that it can not be used while charging. Has minor issues after chargin - like doesn't connect from the first time.
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Скроменый эксперт
19.12.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
awesome product! clear sounding and noise cancelling. only downside is i only get about three hours use then dead battery.
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17.03.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
Technology has changed how we buy and store music but how we get the best sound from our digitally stored music has been woefully lagging behind.I don't know about anyone else but all my favorite music is on my computer and small MP3 devices - great when I'm on the go but not so great when I want to listen to music around the house or watch videos on-line. No matter how good the speakers with my computer I still couldn't enjoy really good crisp music around the house (or while my IPod charged).But these headphones change everything! Great sound, light-weight, cordless and rechargeable the are the best of all worlds. With approximately 40 feet of roaming range I can enjoy things on my computer, go to te kitchen or other rooms and never miss a beat.Cordless means I don't get tangled up, pets can't chew the cord and I'll never get sound in only one ear because of a short in the cord. They recharge in 2 hours so I never have to bother with batteries (great for my budget and the environment).Plantronics really got it right with this time! I love these headphones!!
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Скроменый эксперт
07.10.2012
4/10
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Ужасно
I got this headset for my home office use. after get it , it has several issuefirst, when charging the headset, it can't be used.second, sometime the Voice is not clear, when I was in the conference call, it has really bad sound and everybody else can't hear me.third, it is not comfortable when you put on over 2 hours.so I don't recommend to use it for home office use.
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12.11.2010
4/10
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Ужасно
I've had the Plantronics Audio 995 for about 6 months; I purchased them expressly for use with Skype. In my opinion, they're unreliable, uncomfortable, and badly designed.*Cons*a) I cannot use them with my laptop; the headset connects to the laptop fine with the supplied USB transceiver, but the headset wireless signal kills my laptop wireless signal. If I unplug the USB transceiver from the laptop, my laptop wireless connection connects back immediately. So I'm forced to use them with my desktop computer.b) There's no way of knowing how much of a charge is left in the battery.c) As has been pointed out by many, you cannot use them while they're charging (for hours) on the extremely short USB cable that comes with them, and the standby mode that the (horrible) instructions allude to remains a mystery to me. I turn them off to conserve the battery when they're not being used -- and as easy as that sounds, it took ages to figure out how to do it -- to turn them off. If you hold in the power/connect button (on the left ear side of the headset) for about 2-3 seconds they'll turn off -- the same to turn them back on again.d) The range is useless. In my bedroom, 12 feet away with a thin hollow wall in between, the signal drops in and out during a call. In fact, I can be right at the computer, battery fully charged, 2 feet from the transceiver, and they'll still drop out during a call if I tilt my head at the wrong angle.e) There's no way to answer a call on Skype from the headset. So when I have an incoming call, I leap out of my chair, throwing whatever beverage I was enjoying at the time all over me, the furniture and the room, run to the computer, grab the headset and hold the power button in for 2-3 seconds (if you let go too quickly they won't turn on -- happens all the time), seize the mouse, wait for the monitor to come out of standby, all just in time for the caller to hang up before I get a chance to answer.f) They're big! If you're used to wearing iPod ear buds, or even the standard "Internet Headset" type deals, these feel like a sack of spuds attached to each side of your head -- I have to turn sideways to get through doorways when I'm wearing them. Well, not quite, but it feels like it.g) They're of the "closed" headphones variety -- they block out all background noise when you have them on. Some might see that as a pro, but I don't care for it. I can't hear a knock at the door if I'm wearing them, for example. In fact, they seem to block out background noise so efficiently, I don't believe I'd hear a gunshot right here beside me in the room.*Pros*a) The sound quality is good when they do work.b) As bulbous as they are, they're relatively light.So that's my experience. Bottom line: I wouldn't recommend this headset.
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Скроменый эксперт
07.08.2012
6/10
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Плохо
I've had this headset for almost a year now, and it has generally met my expectations: good sound, comfortable for longer (1-2 hour) teleconferences, durable. The only drawback is its fairly limited range -- I can get only about 20 ft away from my computer (not quite to the bathroom down the hall!) before the signal blips off. This isn't a huge drawback, but it'd be nicer if I could walk around my entire (relatively small) apartment and still be connected. On the other hand, when I come back within range, the headset reconnects automatically.
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05.10.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
I work on a call floor selling alarm systems for vivint. Since vivints enviorments motto is "work hard, PLAY hard" we are very loud and energetic. This headset cancels out at least 90% of background noise and increases sound from the caller on the other end of the phone with AMAZING clarity! I would never use anything else!
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Скроменый эксперт
06.09.2012
2/10
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Ужасно
simply put... they dont turn off. you cant charge them while they're on, charging them doesn't automatically turn them off.... so you get 1 shot and then you might as well throw them awayif you leave them unplugged for about 3 days the battery will fully drain so it cant stay on, then you can charge it.... but really? for the money and wireless feature, you probably want to use them more then 2 hours a week
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Скроменый эксперт
08.05.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
I bought this headset for work. I do customer service over the phone using X-Lite on the computer. I wanted a wireless headset that would not hold me down. I got it on time and used it at home to watch a few movies on my computer. Was very impressed by the sound quality. The headset fits perfect over my ears and is very comfortable. After using it for pleasure it was time to put it to work. I work a 8 hour day and was scared the battery life was not going to last, but it did. I charged it over night before I went to work and had zero problems all day. I have been using it for about 3 weeks now and it still works great. Customers can hear me clearly and I can hear them. Very happy with this purchase. Thinking about getting a 2nd pair just to keep at home for gaming and movies. For the price, this IS the best headset.
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Скроменый эксперт
06.03.2011
6/10
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Плохо
Okay so i bought these headphones as a Christmas present to myself, and there hasn't been a single day where i haven't used these. I mainly use them for watching videos and gaming and what i can say is that these overall are definitely worth the buy. Ive had them for about 3 months now and i have 0 complaints about them so far.Pros:-They were extremely easy to setup when i first got them, just plugged them in and windows 7 recognized it right away and switched the output to them without me having to go into sound settings or anything.-They sound great, and the mic works awesome. people tell me i sound great when I'm gaming-They have pause/play and skip song buttons along with the volume, i thought this was a useful feature.-Range is pretty good, i can go almost all around my house and not lose the connection (i live in a rambler)-Lithium batteries so i can plug it in and charge whenever and not worry about memory effect (real plus in my book)-Comes with a year long warranty-They aren't blue-tooth so there is no pairing involved-Pretty sturdy, I've dropped them a couple times and they are perfectly fine.Cons:-Cant use them while charging-Every so often (maybe once a day) it would cut out for about 2 seconds and reconnect. It wasn't really a bother but i do want to point it out.-Turning them off isn't really clear in the instructions, or it wasn't for me anyway. you need to hold the power button for about 1.5-2 secs.Overall i love these headphones. i use them everyday and they make my life a lot easier.EDIT: 6-2-2011: These headphones still work perfect after 6 months. i have not noticed any battery life deterioration either, i still use these EVERY SINGLE DAY. when these ones finally die out, i will be buying another pair.EDIT: 3-9-2012: The microphone on the original set i purchased broke from flipping it up and down too many times. I was shipped a replacement headset that i believe was refurbished, because I only got 5 months out of it before the microphone on that one broke too in the exact same way. Again, this was with every single day, all day use. The speakers still work 100% fine and ive dropped it a few times and its pretty durable, but just flipping the mic up and down several hundred times took its toll. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS HEADSET FOR LONG LIFE.
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Скроменый эксперт
07.02.2011
6/10
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Плохо
I had bought this about a year ago and didn't like it. I kept it around as an emergency spare, since I do a lot of Skype calling and presentations. My old stand-by Logitech H530 USB headset stopped receiving mic input. So, i went and got a replacement: Plantronics Audio 646 DSP. This is a behind-the-ear USB gaming headset. Very uncomfortable and low quality microphone. Nobody could hear me, and it sounded like I was in a tunnel. I returned that to the store and got a no-name USB headset that sounded even worse. That was admittedly a wild shot in the dark - sometimes they pay off. I brought those back and traded them for a brand-new Logitech H530. Wow, broken mute and volume down switch. I'm returning that one tomorrow for a replacement.In the mean time, I need to use my old Plantronics 995 for a couple of important presentations.First the good:Very high quality microphone. It makes my voice sound clear and professional.High quality sound -better than any bluetooth and just as good as USBGood isolation. Blocks out any external noise.Now the bad:Range is less than I would think. I can walk around in my office, but not get to the kitchen 20 feet away to get some cool cool water. Still a bit better or the same as Bluetooth.Too tight for someone with a large head.No mute button - you have to lift the mic to mute, and there is no indication that you are muted. The Logitech H530 has an ingenious mute button on the ear piece and red "muted" light on the mic boom.Delay in turning on and off. It's more like "booting" your headphones than starting them. My iMac starts almost as fast.NO VOICE FEEDBACK! You don't hear your own voice in the headphones. This is very distracting and unnatural, causing you to speak louder than necessary.There is a long delay when you force feedback with a program. I can use the "monitor" switch on WireTap, for example, and the delay is several seconds, which is impossible to work with.You can't use the headsets when plugged-in to USB and charging, rendering the unit useless if it runs out of charge.Heavy and unattractive. "Cans" are not supposed to be attractive, which is fine, but these look straight out of Logan's Run in some 1970's version of a dystopic future.No battery indicator.I can't recommend this for daily use. Even for an emergency back-up, it's a bit of a stretch.
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Скроменый эксперт
11.11.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
Product meets expectation, & is very comfortable to wear, no problems at allHighly recommended to every one wanting a headset
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Скроменый эксперт
02.12.2009
8/10
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Хорошо
After 3 months of use, the following is my opinion on the various aspects of the headset...Battery Life: I use it on average 8-12 hours a day every week day and to this point, I have never had the battery run out while on a call. If I am using it heavily (music or calls) then I will be sure to plug it in every break I take (lunch or bathroom break) though usually I only charge it overnight. The only time I had it die on me was one time when I started listening to music after a 12 hour day of non stop conference calls without charging it in between.Sound Quality: Prior to this device I went through several Sennheiser headsets (PC161 is the latest). I also own a low end set of Sennheiser headphones (HD202). I would say that this set is easily as clear as either of those 2 sets when using it for voice and maybe even a little better. When using it for music, I would prefer the Sennheiser's by a small margin. At first I would switch back and forth but after a week I just stuck with these and I have never been disappointed.Range: If you are looking for a device that you can use while getting your housework done then this is not for you. I have no problems with these when within about 20 feet of the usb dongle but when you get any further they cut out. Though I suppose if you had a completely open room with no obstructions you could get much further away. I bought these because I was sick of the cord on my other one getting wrapped up in my chair wheels and knocking stuff over on my desk. They have done exactly what I needed them to with the benefit of being able to get up and stretch out a little while on a conference call and not having to worry about getting tangled in a cord.Comfort: When you first put these on they feel absolutely great! They fit very tight to your ears and head and block out most of the background noise. However, after you where them for about 6-8 hours your ears will start to hurt pretty bad from the constant pressure. I thought this would get better with time but after 3 months, it hasn't changed much. If you will never wear them for more than 3-4 hours at a time then you have nothing to worry about. If you do need to wear them for extended periods of time you will learn ways of relieving the pressure or just take a break from wearing them for a few minutes here and there. Also, if you are like me and drop your headphones down to your neck when talking in person with someone or walking away from the computer, these make it very difficult for that. The cans are just big enough and the head band is just small enough that they are very awkward around your neck.Buttons: If you ask me, the buttons on it are pretty pointless. Considering you can't use these more than 20 feet from your computer, it's easier to just press a button on your keyboard than to try to remember which button is where on the headset. That said, I have tried the buttons and they do all work.Other: One other thing to consider with all usb headsets when being used with Vista is that Vista only allows one audio device at a time. This means that if you want to be able to switch between this headset and normal speakers plugged into the computer you have to either unplug the usb dongle or go to the control panel and change the default device. This is no fault of the headset but a pain none the less. Windows 7 solves this problem.Conclusion: Really good battery life. Very comfortable for short term use. Excellent signal quality when within 20 feet of usb dongle.While I'm sure there are better wireless headsets out there, there are none in the price range of this one that I could find that compared to this one when you consider all aspects. Some have better range, some have better sound quality, some have better battery life but this one is good at all 3.
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Скроменый эксперт
25.08.2011
6/10
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Плохо
I have for years used Plantronics headphones and quite frankly have been impressed with the quality of their product. So when I saw this wireless headset I didn't hesitate to purchase it. I did read all the reviews and did read Plantronics description of it. While the headset works GREAT so long as I am in the same room as the attenna, the range is quite dismal. Plantronics says 40 feet optimal according to conditions, (walls, electronics etc) I cannot get more then 20 feet of use through only 1 wall. The signal evaporates when I am in front of my refridgerator, and I get a lot of "warbling" (what I call it) sound elsewhere. They claim OVER the ear, and this is one point I insisted on, however, not sure whose ears it is covering, but it don't go OVER mine, and I am just an average guy in size, they set ON my ear and after a while, because I wear glasses, the ears start to hurt. Battery life is what Plantronics claims; about 8 hours with continued use, I do use the Mic and Headphones in my support work for an online company. Would I recommend them to someone, YES I would mainly because of Plantronics reputation for a quality product, and because they do what they are intended to do. It is only when you get near the edge of the range that it becomes a problem, and of course, the EAR problem. But I do use them daily for several hours at a time (resting my ears, by taking them off) for brief periods, which does in fact help. My recommendations to Plantronics would be, Make the earpieces BIGGER to accomadate ADULTS, somehow increase the range even through walls, and get a battery life more like 16 hours at a run.
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Скроменый эксперт
11.06.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
Worth the price! I'm a little cheap so I was holding my breath when I purchased these hoping me they would last, and so far so good. I would have spent much more replacing my cheaper brands every few months. It's been a year and they are in near mint condition, despite multiple drops and practically every day usage. The range is perfect for my one bedroom apartment, where I can walk about freely, in any room and only get miniscule cut-outs. I can do all my chores while on skype with very clear sound. I always recommend these to my friends who are also using the computer 40+ hours per week, and have bought these as a gift as well.
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Скроменый эксперт
01.09.2011
6/10
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Плохо
I wanted a wireless headset for Skype; but with reasonable quality for music. I already had a wired Logitech Clear Chat headset which I am delighted with, but I planned to give that to my wife and move myself to wireless.First thing I noticed is that it is heavier. Of course it is, you idiot, it's got to carry a battery. OK, but I hadn't thought of that. Second thing is it clamps on my ears with its big soft cushioned ear-pads so I guess that is why other reviews say it is so comfortable: I find it a bit claustrophobic. But the sound quality is very good for a headset that doesn't claim to be a set of music phones. The controls on the side of are hard to get used to if you are used to the simplicity of a wired set.Then I used it for making calls; and this is what I cannot get used to: the ear-pads are so snug that it is like talking with sinusitis. I have to wear the things half off my ears so that I get voice feedback that doesn't rely on my eustachian tube (links the nose to the ears, for you non-biologists).So I borrow back my wife's wired Logitech whenever I can. You really have to have a very good reason for needing to go wireless: to put up with the weight, the fiddly controls and the speech acoustics. At three times the price of the wired Logitech, I think I made the wrong call.But let's end on a high note. It is very, very good for listening in to conference calls when in airports. The big doughy ear-pads cut out all the surrounding noise - almost completely. But please don't blame me when you fail to hear the last boarding call for your flight before the gate closes.
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Скроменый эксперт
08.10.2011
10/10
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Великолепно
I've been using this headset for almost 2 years and came here today buy one for my husband. His has quit also at the 2 year mark. While mine is still working I'm sure I'll have to get another soon as well.Yes you heard right. Our pair as lasted 2 years!! We are extremely conscientious about charging to full and then running all the way down. We do use these for 4-8 hours every single day.These are so easy to use. Were there only people who don't suffer helicopter mike at some point in vent. I'm a little hard of hearing for voices but they come through so clear I even use this headset to make phone calls.I wear glasses and I have a large head. In both cases these are the most comfortable muffs I've tried. Before this I'm sure I used every other cheap headset out there for 3-6 months apeice. Some models would cause my glasses to blister my ears!There is no static with this and voices sound so good. It's true that music sounds a bit thin sometimes but I was able to play with my sound settings to compensate and it just sounds really good all the time.It is annoying to turn the headset off and on with the button you hold down but on the other hand muting yourself by turning up the mic boom is a godsend. I love the volume controls as well.It is true usb charges only and you cant hear while its doing that. But even knowing that ahead of time I bought these for an amount I considered a scary splurge lol But here I am buying them again they just rock.
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Скроменый эксперт
10.01.2012
10/10
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Великолепно
This was bought after buying a Logitech Bluetooth failure.This headset uses USB audio, the included dongle has given me better sound performance than my onboard sound. It fits well, though feels slightly heavy on the top of my head. The padding there helps with this, as well as adjusting the length of the bands to have it balance the pressure on my head.The battery lasts for up to 10 hours for me after charging at least 2 hours. This cannot be used when it is charging, so it is best to have a spare available. I left my current wired headsets in my PC, but must restart any application for it recognize my onboard audio.I find the sound rich enough for my needs. I play games but not at a volume where I would need bass/treble/etc. There is enough bass to make it feel beefy. The microphone tucks away very easily when not in use. I was able to get about 30 m away from my PC before I noticed some issues, so the advertised range may be incorrect.My friends tell me that my voice has much more treble to it, but otherwise clear.This was 20 bucks cheaper than the Logitech failure. I would fully recommend this headset.
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Скроменый эксперт
18.11.2009
8/10
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Хорошо
Before purchasing this .995 headset, I read many reviews here on Amazon and also had a chance to try a few wire versions from other companies (mainly Logitech). In general, I am quite pleased with this Plantronics headset and have excellent feedback from colleagues that listen to me on the other end of conference calls.Positives:Sound quality > I spend hours each day on international conference calls. People on the calls use a variety of headsets with a variety of quality levels. Consistently, I am told that my voice is always clear and of highest quality. The sound quality on my side listening to the others is of course limited by their end, but I have had no complaints. I often listen to the radio over the Internet (after meetings) and find the quality to exceed my FM stereo for the same radio station.Wireless connection > Since Bluetooth is NOT used, the range exceeds my normal mobile phone and earpiece combination. I can easily roam beyond 12 feet from the base with no issue even moving between rooms. I did add a USB cable extension which allowed me to place the USB dongle on a shelf approx 4 feet above my PC. Doing this allowed me to boost roaming range to up to 20 feet (depending on the number of walls between me and the base). VERY nice!Battery life > I have been able to consistently use the headset purely on battery with either constant radio or phone calls for over 8 hrs. The first day I used it, I exceeded 9 hrs before it died. One thing I have on hand for recharge is an old AC to USB power adapter. For recharge, I do not have to connect to the PC and instead use this direct AC which seem to charge at a higher rate than standard PC USB? Not sure, but recharge time after battery dies seems quick to me!Comfort > overall, the wireless unit is heavier than a wired unit due to the battery. I expected this and it is not a big problem for me. I compared to a Logitech wired unit and found the bulk and the weight of this Plantronic wireless to not be a LOT more than the Logitech wired one.Negatives:Comfort > First an admission - I have a big head. My hat size is 8 1/4 to 8 1/2 depending on when I last had a haircut. This Plantronic headset does tend to press in on my ears a bit. After 3-4 hrs on the phone, I certainly notice the pressure. Removing the headset really shows how much it was pressing! When I am wearing my glasses, I have noticed the ear cuff presses the arms of the glasses into my head almost painfully. I have to adjust my glasses often. I suspect this would be a common problem for any headset that features over the ear fit. I do not like on-ear headsets since those seem to hurt my ears even more! Just be aware of this issue if you wear glasses always.AC power when battery is dead > I do wish there was a way to connect to power and continue use when the battery is dead. It would be ok if there was no charging during this time. I can charge it later. I just would like continued use while temporarily "wired" on AC.Transport > The unit does not fold down very much at all. Packing this up and taking it in my pack with my laptop is not very easy. The headset ends up needing a lot of space simply because it does not fold up much from the normal use configuration. Compare this to a Bose headset which at least will lie flat because the ear cups can turn. Some design improvement in this area would be nice to see in a future version. If you travel often and need to take your headset with you, you might want to consider the extra packing space for this Plantronics unit.Summary: I would definately purchase this one again! Despite the negatives, a very good choice for me (and my big head). I have had many colleagues on conference calls ask me what I am using since the quality is very good and they too have bought one now.
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Скроменый эксперт
06.09.2012
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
I ordered a Plantronics audio 995 wireless stereo headset, and it works flawlessly.... I like to use a headset to dictate material, particularly in writing letters... It helps in editing and conveying the proper meaning.... I highly recommend this product.
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Скроменый эксперт
16.04.2012
8/10
Оценка пользователя
Хорошо
I bought these to use as a VOIP headset. I didn't intend to be listening to music on them, but the sound quality realy surprised me when I did actually listen to the music through these. It was a very nice surprise. As far as comfort goes, I am actually wearing them right now despite not being on a call or listening to music, just because I forgot to take them off. I like them and I would recommend them.The only thing I would like is a way to replace the bulky usb plugin adapter with something low profile. This is about the size of a standard USB thumb drive and I cannot leave it plugged into my laptop if I am traveling. Since the computer effectively becomes my phone, it would be handy to have it be able to travel a little easier.
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