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Nokia BH-208 Review

Nokia BH-208

Even though Nokia has released a few high-end Bluetooth headsets such as the Nokia BH-801, it has quite a few more affordable basic models in the market as well. One of the more recent ones is the Nokia BH-208 Bluetooth headset, which may not be as fancy as the Nokia BH-801, but it still delivers the same ease of use and has decent sound quality. It’s also cheaper at $69.95 and will be available for purchase by the end of this month. To find more accessories like this, plus … Continue Reading

Bluefox Extreme BF-401 Review

Bluefox Extreme BF-401

One advantage stereo Bluetooth headsets have is that you can easily wear them while working out since they lack wires to get in your way. Many manufacturers now give headsets sports-centric designs that wrap behind the neck–the Motorola Rokr S9 HD being one of the more popular ones. BlueFox Extreme has followed suit with its BF-401. It’s certainly lightweight and it has multipoint technology and decent audio quality. The BlueFox Extreme BF-401 costs $80, but you can get it cheaper online.

As we mentioned, the BF-401 is an … Continue Reading

Aliph Jawbone Icon Review

Aliph Jawbone Icon (Ace)

We see so many Bluetooth headsets here at CNET that most of them seem the same after awhile. That’s why we sit up and notice when a unique one comes along. Last year, for example, we were awed at the stellar audio quality of the Plantronics Discovery 975 and praised the design of the Aliph Jawbone Prime. Aliph, in particular, has been bullish in pushing innovation in its Bluetooth headsets, consistently making it on our top Bluetooth headsets list year after year.

This year, however, it … Continue Reading

Cool Earphones

MeElectronics M9 sound-isolating earphonesFor those who love to make long phone calls, and for those who love to listen to music or watch videos on cell phones, here’s a nice pair of earphones: the MeElectronics M9 sound-isolating earphones.

Cheap earphones are not hard to come by, but finding a pair that also offers decent construction and solid sound quality can be a bit more of a challenge–especially if you only want to spend about 20 bucks. For this reason, we’re always pleasantly surprised to come across a pair like … Continue Reading