So they'll be promoting the new Moto Hint as part of the Moto X 2014. It's compatible with "any" BT phone, but hyped for Moto X '14 due to its listening capabilities.
$140 for an ear bud, just to make calls. If this thing played music, i'd be more interested.
http://gizmodo.com/moto-hint-hands-on-is-this-the-first-non-dorky-bluetoo-1630907428
I do wonder how much of the Jarvis functionality will be available with conventional bluetooth headsets.. Sure I might have to press a button to activate, but that isn't the end of the world. 3.3 hours of battery life is completely useless unless you like to carry it in your pocket until you plan to use it, then maybe.. I LOVE the concept and the always-on always-listening feature, but I see very limited use-cases for it..
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So they'll be promoting the new Moto Hint as part of the Moto X 2014. It's compatible with "any" BT phone, but hyped for Moto X '14 due to its listening capabilities.
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i remember when BT earpieces were becoming more popular... there were some really premium models on the market, many cost more than the Hint will. Since then, vehicles have been including BT controls in the car and they've become less relevant.
to this day, when i see anyone with their BT headset in, i wonder just how important they must feel about themselves to warrant having that constantly in their ear.
Well. Regardless of price, they are still cheaper than buying a car if one's current car does not have BT. Also if one wants to feel important, perhaps not one that is barely visible?
And a friend who is an oncologist really recommends it. Probably exaggerated, but hey....
I find that this in combination with the watch should be a great replacement for looking at your phone while driving. Look at your wrist, which is in front of you anyway. Hear alerts, messages and directions in your ear. Especially those who text while driving or look at their phone for navigation. Otherwise I don't care if people I don't know think I'm silly for talking to my phone. if I don't know them, they don't matter
Im not sure I understand the hatred people have towards using Bluetooth headsets. If I'm shopping, running errands, getting in and out of the car, having both my hands available is practical and invaluable
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to this day, when i see anyone with their BT headset in, i wonder just how important they must feel about themselves to warrant having that constantly in their ear.
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Some folks who wear bluetooth or wired headsets need to (or are required to) for their job. It isn't a question of ego.
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Some folks who wear bluetooth or wired headsets need to (or are required to) for their job. It isn't a question of ego.
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i think there's a difference between working for a call center and picking up your phone to answer it. i have a BT headset at my desk, at work, to use when i'm on really long conference calls. I wouldn't wander the building with it in my ear.
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Im not sure I understand the hatred people have towards using Bluetooth headsets. If I'm shopping, running errands, getting in and out of the car, having both my hands available is practical and invaluable
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meh. unless i'm on-call, answering the phone is not my priority. my mom even texts me.
the hint's integration with OK Google is nice and handy and would be beneficial when i'm walking the dog or out riding, but i typically have my headphones in so that i can listen to music, so a BT device is moot (for me).
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meh. unless i'm on-call, answering the phone is not my priority. my mom even texts me.
the hint's integration with OK Google is nice and handy and would be beneficial when i'm walking the dog or out riding, but i typically have my headphones in so that i can listen to music, so a BT device is moot (for me).
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that is a personal choice and you are entitled to your opinion. just cause someone else uses a bt headset, that doesn't mean they are full of themselves or something like that
640k said:
So they'll be promoting the new Moto Hint as part of the Moto X 2014. It's compatible with "any" BT phone, but hyped for Moto X '14 due to its listening capabilities.
$140 for an ear bud, just to make calls. If this thing played music, i'd be more interested.
http://gizmodo.com/moto-hint-hands-on-is-this-the-first-non-dorky-bluetoo-1630907428
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I'll be using the Moto with my old $30 HX550. OK, so I have to push a button on my ear. I'm cool with that to save $150 on a new ear-blob.
I thought about a hint, but the fact I cant get it in the same color as my X turned me off. Well, the price too. but I'd be willing to over pay a BIT if it matched my device.
knitler said:
I thought about a hint, but the fact I cant get it in the same color as my X turned me off. Well, the price too. but I'd be willing to over pay a BIT if it matched my device.
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That is preposterous....
Related
The only dock I could find on internet was this and it's available for preorder and looks great IMO. Anyone ordered from this company before?
http://www.4u-mobi.com/onlineshop/index.php
Idk those prices plus shipping is rape-age
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Idk those prices plus shipping is rape-age
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Are you looking at the same website? They do worldwide free shipping so there is no 'plus shipping'. Also 27$ or 17£ for a desktop cradle is very reasonable.
Yeah, $31 for the one with a second battery charger, with free shipping is still almost half what I paid for a Nexus One dock from Google (though the N1 dock had more features (bluetooth speakers)).
With the huge tacky logo on the front of it, it looks like a $5 item....
at least it's something, doesn't look like an OEM dock is coming out at all
Count me in for this.
I wonder how long before this becomes actually available for shipment. I'm okay with the price, just not with the waiting.
I was told by the seller that the dock will be shipping in the middle of march this year.
It looks awesome I just wish it had headset throughput.
Ideally, I'd like to use this on my nightstand and I usually listen to TuneIn Radio when I go to bed. This will block that. Bummer.
kc311man said:
It looks awesome I just wish it had headset throughput.
Ideally, I'd like to use this on my nightstand and I usually listen to TuneIn Radio when I go to bed. This will block that. Bummer.
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I always stream it over bluetooth.. It's a lot easier
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I always stream it over bluetooth.. It's a lot easier
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I have mixed feelings about listening to music over Bluetooth. On one hand, as a person who finds a lot of wireless accessories pretty stupid, headphones are one thing I definitely think can benefit from going cordless. On the other, sound quality over Bluetooth just isn't as good as in wired headphones, even to a decidedly non-audiophile such as myself. Also, I find the range of Bluetooth doesn't really allow for as much freedom of movement as I would wish in some cases, and every stereo headset I've tried is extremely sensitive to motion (such as when running with your phone in your pocket) and/or obstruction (such as turning your head to look at something in such a way as to place your body mass between the phone and the headset receiver). In either case, the playback stutters quite a bit.
My feeling is that Bluetooth technology isn't quite where it needs to be for music playback yet. Unless you're in a situation where you really need/want them, I think most people are still better off with wired headphones. Give it a year or two for quality to go up and prices to go down and it might be a different story.
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I have mixed feelings about listening to music over Bluetooth. On one hand, as a person who finds a lot of wireless accessories pretty stupid, headphones are one thing I definitely think can benefit from going cordless. On the other, sound quality over Bluetooth just isn't as good as in wired headphones, even to a decidedly non-audiophile such as myself. Also, I find the range of Bluetooth doesn't really allow for as much freedom of movement as I would wish in some cases, and every stereo headset I've tried is extremely sensitive to motion (such as when running with your phone in your pocket) and/or obstruction (such as turning your head to look at something in such a way as to place your body mass between the phone and the headset receiver). In either case, the playback stutters quite a bit.
My feeling is that Bluetooth technology isn't quite where it needs to be for music playback yet. Unless you're in a situation where you really need/want them, I think most people are still better off with wired headphones. Give it a year or two for quality to go up and prices to go down and it might be a different story.
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I use http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/07/12/altec_lansing_t515_wireless_speaker_headset_system/ (just the headset part.. speaker is crap) with a sennheiser earphone and the audio quality is excellent and the range is not bad either. I get about 10 meters without much trouble.
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I use http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/07/12/altec_lansing_t515_wireless_speaker_headset_system/ (just the headset part.. speaker is crap) with a sennheiser earphone and the audio quality is excellent and the range is not bad either. I get about 10 meters without much trouble.
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Well, 10 meters is the range of bluetooth.
I use a Jabra BT3030. Good thing about it is I can plug in any earphone I want and if I prefer to use a larger speaker, I can just plug that too.
http://store.androidcentral.com/sei...m=shopping_engine&utm_campaign=GoogleProducts
The Innodock Jr for the Desire/Nexus One works perfectly for the Nexus S and it leaves a lot of room for you to add a case and still be able to use the dock.
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http://store.androidcentral.com/sei...m=shopping_engine&utm_campaign=GoogleProducts
The Innodock Jr for the Desire/Nexus One works perfectly for the Nexus S and it leaves a lot of room for you to add a case and still be able to use the dock.
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Oh, nice. Do you have a picture of the Nexus S in the dock? By the way, is the dock heavy? I worry about the dock tipping over. Thanks.
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I use http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/07/12/altec_lansing_t515_wireless_speaker_headset_system/ (just the headset part.. speaker is crap) with a sennheiser earphone and the audio quality is excellent and the range is not bad either. I get about 10 meters without much trouble.
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I'm happy for you, but not everyone wants to pay $200+ for headphones.
zorak950 said:
I have mixed feelings about listening to music over Bluetooth. On one hand, as a person who finds a lot of wireless accessories pretty stupid, headphones are one thing I definitely think can benefit from going cordless. On the other, sound quality over Bluetooth just isn't as good as in wired headphones, even to a decidedly non-audiophile such as myself. Also, I find the range of Bluetooth doesn't really allow for as much freedom of movement as I would wish in some cases, and every stereo headset I've tried is extremely sensitive to motion (such as when running with your phone in your pocket) and/or obstruction (such as turning your head to look at something in such a way as to place your body mass between the phone and the headset receiver). In either case, the playback stutters quite a bit.
My feeling is that Bluetooth technology isn't quite where it needs to be for music playback yet. Unless you're in a situation where you really need/want them, I think most people are still better off with wired headphones. Give it a year or two for quality to go up and prices to go down and it might be a different story.
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Seems to work excellently with my car stereo. The data throughput of Bluetooth is more than enough to handle music.
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I'm happy for you, but not everyone wants to pay $200+ for headphones.
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For someone who cares so much about sound quality, I'm surprised you have not spent close to or even more than $200 on a pair of wired headphones even.
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I'm happy for you, but not everyone wants to pay $200+ for headphones.
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My earphones are CX95 which I bought for about £60 (I also use other Sennheiser models which are about £15-£30) so I am not sure how you got 200+
The bluetooth headset itself was £15.
I just received my note 2 a couple of days ago. Loving it! - with a couple of small caveats:
1) Why must the stock email client suck so much? With such a great and big phone one of the main advantages for me would be to be able to email efficiently. But, first thing, you can't change the background color from black. Second, no search functionality. Third, the interface isn't beautiful. All of it: Just bad. (I come from iOS so I'm used to a very well-functioning email app). Some of the other email clients at google play seem marginally better, but none are perfect. Hope for updates and an imroved client from Samsung.
2) Then to my actual question in this thread. The earbuds/earphones that came with the phone sound great. But, they are in-ear. I know that most people prefer in-ear phones, but for me, not so much. It makes me feel shut off from the world, and if I'm listening to music on my bike for example I'm afraid I won't hear important sounds from the traffic, stuff like that. So I'd like to find some alternative earphones that are not in-ear. I tried the apple earphones from my old iPhone, and they work fine for listening to music and talking, but I can't control volume or move between songs and radio stations etc with them.
So I wonder: anybody know of earphones that work with the galaxy note 2 that are not in-ear, where the controls work and that have good sound?
headphone controls
For headphone controls, i am not sure because of the diversity of android phones that you ll find a compatible model which is a shame,
you can use this free software workaround solution : JAYS Headset Control in the playstore.
Regarding in-ear headphones and motorbiking: I did just that not too long ago and broke a time record unknowingly between two cities. It's cool what shutting off the outside world can do for your courage and concentration
sz1a said:
Regarding in-ear headphones and motorbiking: I did just that not too long ago and broke a time record unknowingly between two cities. It's cool what shutting off the outside world can do for your courage and concentration
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Yeah you become more stupid and risk yours and others life by driving like crazy
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easycure1974 said:
Yeah you become more stupid and risk yours and others life by driving like crazy
Sent from one big Note II
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Might be OT but both yes and no. You might take more risks but you also don't hesitate as much which makes it safer. Hesitating while driving/riding is really dangerous too! So its a double edged sword lol...
On topic, picking one of these bad boys up tomorrow. Hope the bundled earphones are decent enough to continue my stupidity on and off the road
Sony's Smart headset MH-1c has both volume controls as well as a call recieve button which works with Samsung Galaxy SIII and Note II.
While they are technically in ear, I would recommend using the LG Tone+ Bluetooth Headset - the model number is HBS-730. It has APT-X codec, which is for the most part indistinguishable from wired headphones, plus they have insane 12+ hour life. To get around being aware of sound around you like at work, I just wear one earbud in and the other one magnetically clips to the headset, which is super handy. I typically use them 10-14 hours a day and am a headset fanatic. They have volume control, play/pause, and track forward and back. Plus they have good sound quality for the money even though they are bluetooth.
oivavoi said:
I just received my note 2 a couple of days ago. Loving it! - with a couple of small caveats:
1) Why must the stock email client suck so much? With such a great and big phone one of the main advantages for me would be to be able to email efficiently. But, first thing, you can't change the background color from black. Second, no search functionality. Third, the interface isn't beautiful. All of it: Just bad. (I come from iOS so I'm used to a very well-functioning email app). Some of the other email clients at google play seem marginally better, but none are perfect. Hope for updates and an imroved client from Samsung.
2) Then to my actual question in this thread. The earbuds/earphones that came with the phone sound great. But, they are in-ear. I know that most people prefer in-ear phones, but for me, not so much. It makes me feel shut off from the world, and if I'm listening to music on my bike for example I'm afraid I won't hear important sounds from the traffic, stuff like that. So I'd like to find some alternative earphones that are not in-ear. I tried the apple earphones from my old iPhone, and they work fine for listening to music and talking, but I can't control volume or move between songs and radio stations etc with them.
So I wonder: anybody know of earphones that work with the galaxy note 2 that are not in-ear, where the controls work and that have good sound?
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Hi, I had the same problem and eventually have taken matters into my own hands by making my own using the 3 button remote bundled with the phone and some Klipsch S4i's I had left over from the iPhone days. The results were so good I have bought some more S4's to customise and have listed them on eBay for sale. Finally a solution to this problem. When are the manufacturers going to realise there are millions of Samsung devices out there and start making some decent earphones for us!!
Cheers
Lawrence
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Hi, I had the same problem and eventually have taken matters into my own hands by making my own using the 3 button remote bundled with the phone and some Klipsch S4i's I had left over from the iPhone days. The results were so good I have bought some more S4's to customise and have listed them on eBay for sale. Finally a solution to this problem. When are the manufacturers going to realise there are millions of Samsung devices out there and start making some decent earphones for us!!
Cheers
Lawrence
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Link?
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Link?
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Sorry, as a new member it wont allow me to post links but my ebay name is lozza24 if that helps
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Lawrence
lawrence dent said:
Sorry, as a new member it wont allow me to post links but my ebay name is lozza24 if that helps
Cheers
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You can't post a link, but you should be able to manually type it in.... just saying
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You can't post a link, but you should be able to manually type it in.... just saying
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Thanks for the tip, still wouldn't let me for some reason though. The item number is 221216880761 which takes you directly to the page when entered into ebay search.
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Try Skull Candy.
I've got this one & it works fine!
http://www.skullcandy.com/shop/fix-in-ear-black-chrome
i only use it for music.
Play button once to play/pause, double tap to next track & three to previous!
hope this helps!
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Another alternative is try out the app Around Sound from the play store. It monitors external noise from the microphone and pauses your music to play that sounds to you.
I posted this in another thread, but the best retail option might be the new Samsung headphones that start coming out with the S4 - the HS330. Supposed to be better than the S3/Note 2 headphones and obviously volume and pause/answer buttons work.
http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s4-review-914p2.php
Now I may be being stupid here. And let me know if I am.
But why on earth is there no such thing as a caller display in a blue tooth headset.
Say u have ur phone in one pocket and ur head set in another
You want to be able to see who is calling and answer without having to take out the phone.
You should also be able to do last few numbers redial so that you can make the majority of calls without taking our the phone as well.
Why is this such a difficult concept to grasp?
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Now I may be being stupid here. And let me know if I am.
But why on earth is there no such thing as a caller display in a blue tooth headset.
Say u have ur phone in one pocket and ur head set in another
You want to be able to see who is calling and answer without having to take out the phone.
You should also be able to do last few numbers redial so that you can make the majority of calls without taking our the phone as well.
Why is this such a difficult concept to grasp?
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Cos you would have to take the headset off your ear and look at it to see who was calling?
Isnt that where most people have their headsets...
Some headsets/phones allow the caller name to be read out to you... but that assumes that you have the headset on your ear.
Did you bother to search? There are many Bluetooth headsets with Caller ID displays. Here are some pictures: https://www.google.com/search?q=blu...AWCn4HICA&sqi=2&ved=0CGoQsAQ&biw=1326&bih=931
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Did you bother to search? There are many Bluetooth headsets with Caller ID displays. Here are some pictures: https://www.google.com/search?q=blu...AWCn4HICA&sqi=2&ved=0CGoQsAQ&biw=1326&bih=931
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Didn't know they existed to be honest but oh my god.... Why?
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Cos you would have to take the headset off your ear and look at it to see who was calling?
Isnt that where most people have their headsets...
Some headsets/phones allow the caller name to be read out to you... but that assumes that you have the headset on your ear.
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There are two markets
One for people that constantly wear them on their head.
The other only putting it on the head once a call is coming in.
It's the second market I am in
Do you guys watch the tv show 24?
I noticed that jack bauer always uses a wired headset while terrorists always use bluetooth headsets.
Now I'm not saying you guys are terrorists or anything...but..that's a mighty big coincidence.
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Did you bother to search? There are many Bluetooth headsets with Caller ID displays. Here are some pictures: https://www.google.com/search?q=blu...AWCn4HICA&sqi=2&ved=0CGoQsAQ&biw=1326&bih=931
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I have looked at those.
Most of those are not very good. (Or very old)
Maybe I should have said "decent display head sets"
The ones that have separate headphones don't count.
You need in-ear style for quick use.
I would have expected there were some excellent ones out there.
Especially with all the 7 inch tablets that are becoming more and more prevalent
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Do you guys watch the tv show 24?
I noticed that jack bauer always uses a wired headset while terrorists always use bluetooth headsets.
Now I'm not saying you guys are terrorists or anything...but..that's a mighty big coincidence.
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Hahaha I got laugh out this
finalhit said:
Do you guys watch the tv show 24?
I noticed that jack bauer always uses a wired headset while terrorists always use bluetooth headsets.
Now I'm not saying you guys are terrorists or anything...but..that's a mighty big coincidence.
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What a programme. ..
And a very good spot.
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The ones that have separate headphones don't count.
You need in-ear style for quick use.
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What's quicker, looking down at something clipped to your shirt and pressing the answer button, or taking something out of your ear, looking at it, then putting it back into your ear and pressing the answer button?
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What's quicker, looking down at something clipped to your shirt and pressing the answer button, or taking something out of your ear, looking at it, then putting it back into your ear and pressing the answer button?
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Only a plonker would have it in his ear all the time (unless their job necessitates it)
With clipping to your shirt 12 hours a day, you'd also look like a plonker. .....
Remember - you only actually use the phone for a fraction of that time....
Its the same argument for the note 2 vs a normal phone...
You use "media" more than "calling", so it makes sense to compromise with a big phone to get the most out of the "media" functionality.
So compromise by putting ur hand in the pocket.
Plus if u have the phone in your pocket you'd have to put your hand in your pocket, so there is no real difference.
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Now I may be being stupid here. And let me know if I am.
But why on earth is there no such thing as a caller display in a blue tooth headset.
Say u have ur phone in one pocket and ur head set in another
You want to be able to see who is calling and answer without having to take out the phone.
You should also be able to do last few numbers redial so that you can make the majority of calls without taking our the phone as well.
Why is this such a difficult concept to grasp?
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http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/Bluetooth-Caller-Id-Watch/200659
Take a look at this bluetooth watch with caller id display. There shouldn't be a reason you can't pair both a clean discrete headset and classic looking watch to provide the necessary visual call info. Extra plus, you've got the time on your wrist again.
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http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/Bluetooth-Caller-Id-Watch/200659
Take a look at this bluetooth watch with caller id display. There shouldn't be a reason you can't pair both a clean discrete headset and classic looking watch to provide the necessary visual call info. Extra plus, you've got the time on your wrist again.
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Don't bother with that one! For one thing, you can buy it for half that price elsewhere, but it's a piece of crap at any price.
It only has BT v1 so it can't be connected at the same time as a headset. I learned that from experience, and most of the advertised features on mine don't work, even without my headset paired.
vizographic said:
http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/Bluetooth-Caller-Id-Watch/200659
Take a look at this bluetooth watch with caller id display. There shouldn't be a reason you can't pair both a clean discrete headset and classic looking watch to provide the necessary visual call info. Extra plus, you've got the time on your wrist again.
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I see a big future in these types of watches
A big big future.
But the only problem with your plan is that you still have multiple devices to think about just for answering a call.
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I see a big future in these types of watches
A big big future.
But the only problem with your plan is that you still have multiple devices to think about just for answering a call.
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Depends on if the watch can control the headset. Phone rings, look at watch, don't want to talk, hit the ignore button. Want to talk hit the answer button and it activates the headset.
I just let my headset tell me who's calling. :victory:
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Depends on if the watch can control the headset. Phone rings, look at watch, don't want to talk, hit the ignore button. Want to talk hit the answer button and it activates the headset.
I just let my headset tell me who's calling. :victory:
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Better than nothing. ..
But still means two gadgets being accessed to answer a call. ..
But I repeat. .. These watches will be big in a few years.
What I can see happening is that you have a very small earpiece which is permanently in the ear...
And the mic is on the wrist so you talk into the wrist...
It will take a bit of time to get used to but the buck Rogers generation won't mind
Wouldn't driving mode on phone tell who's calling. .. tried it?
Language and input settings/text to speech output / driving mode (press it for further options)
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pakure said:
Wouldn't driving mode on phone tell who's calling. .. tried it?
Language and input settings/text to speech output / driving mode (press it for further options)
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No.
But is this voice based?
That would be a bit awkward anyway I reckon
When you get a call. ..it rings and a voice speaks out the callers name. .
Similar settings can be made for messages
Enable driving mode (you also have notification toggle for it)... give yourself a call to see how it works
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Hey guys, I've currently got the note 3 and absolutely love it. The only problem is that when at the gym and outside, the note 3 is a bit too wieldly to use as a music player. It keeps falling out of my pocket during sets and kind of kills the vibe.
I've got an iPod 5th gen but after getting back to android, I use it less than an hour per week. So I guess my question is: do you think the Moto X would be a good alternative to the IPod as a music player and to have a glance at notifications? It's a good size and is very pocketable. I also plan to use it as a backup phone when travelling and camping.
Im selling my iPod on eBay so I'll be using that money to possibly buy a Moto X on eBay. Some of the phones on eBay have a bad ESN but I live here in Aus so will that affect me at all?
Sorry if its a bit long but thanks in advanced guys
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If you are looking at a music player for the gym, I would honestly say that something like an iPod shuffle or a SanDisk player might be better....
Now as a phone I think you will really like this device! Active notifications and touch less controls really make this phone unique. Plus the curved back and dimple in the back of the phone make it have a truly amazing form factor. Specs don't look the greatest on this device, however they don't exactly site what you are getting either.
For a music player, and just using this as a dedicated gym device I personally don't see the point (not trying to sound rude). As a phone I would say this would be an amazing device if you are willing to give up the screen real estate and S-pen.
All and all I wish you the best of luck in your decision as I do understand the problem you are having and that you want to look after your devices. Just my two cents though. I wish you a good day.
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Thanks heaps for the reply. I didnt see it rude at all.
But yeah that's true, I would probably be better off just using one of my old iPods for the gym but wanted to use the Moto X for when I'm out and about. The note 3 is just a bit annoying to keep having to remove from my jeans just to change the song.
I still want to use the note 3 as my main device buy just have the Moto X as my dedicated music player and backup phone. Now I'm kind of doubting if its a good idea. What do you think? I might see how much the iPod sells for then decide from there.
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Tough call. With the announcement of Motorola dropping the price to $300, it very well might be worth it if you can justify the price.
I did the opposite of you, switched to the Moto X and kept my Note 2 as a tablet/backup phone.
My Moto X is my daily driver (coming from an S4...). I use it at the gym for music and watch downloaded TV shows (when on cardio machines). I find the X is great at the gym because of the active notifications - just need to hold the notification to see who it is + subject, let go and screen goes off and it's back in my pocket.
Sound isn't quite as good as the S4 with the same headphones - using something like PowerAmp you can adjust the EQ to get desired fidelity.
Swapping Sims will be an issue ....different sizes.....no?
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Moto g might be a better backup...
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Swapping Sims will be an issue ....different sizes.....no?
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Nano to Micro SIM adapter solves that
nhizzat said:
Tough call. With the announcement of Motorola dropping the price to $300, it very well might be worth it if you can justify the price.
I did the opposite of you, switched to the Moto X and kept my Note 2 as a tablet/backup phone.
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Yeah I saw that deal and was really excited but then I realised that its only for the US. I live here in Australia so it doesnt work for me unfortunately.
The Moto X must be really good because iv'e even heard of people moving from the note 3. Sounds like a great device for a great price.
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My Moto X is my daily driver (coming from an S4...). I use it at the gym for music and watch downloaded TV shows (when on cardio machines). I find the X is great at the gym because of the active notifications - just need to hold the notification to see who it is + subject, let go and screen goes off and it's back in my pocket.
Sound isn't quite as good as the S4 with the same headphones - using something like PowerAmp you can adjust the EQ to get desired fidelity.
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PowerAmp sounds like a great idea. Now you make me REALLY want to get the Moto X. All those features sound really useful for the gym.
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Moto g might be a better backup...
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I was actually thinking of getting the Moto G at first, but when looking up prices on eBay, I can get a brand new Moto G for around $250 AUD or I can get a used Moto X with a bad ESN for around the same price (including shipping).
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Get Viper4android equalizer and you will have eargasms, works perfect on 4.4 not so well with 4.2
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Sorry I didn't read all the replies, but my girlfriend got me some bluetooth headphones last year for Christmas to use on the treadmill. I like listening to music but don't care for armbands or holding my phone in my pockets, so it I put it in the small cubby space on the treadmill. This required a rather long headphones cord to keep from pulling the headphones out of my ears.
I was skeptical about the BT headphones but they work great. There aren't super fancy ones, maybe $50, but they work very well and have player controls built in, as well as a phone functions, but I've never used the phone functions.
It allows me to set the phone down with my water bottle and not worry about it. I use the "gym" (can't really call it that) at my apartment so I just leave it sitting with my jacket (it's a pretty small room), but if you just move it from machine to machine it would work fine, in my opinion.
It would also allow you to keep your stuff on the note and not have to swap devices around etc. Just my thoughts.
Neutron music player is what I use. Best sound quality you will ever get from your phone no questions asked blows poweramp out of the water!
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Sorry I didn't read all the replies, but my girlfriend got me some bluetooth headphones last year for Christmas to use on the treadmill. I like listening to music but don't care for armbands or holding my phone in my pockets, so it I put it in the small cubby space on the treadmill. This required a rather long headphones cord to keep from pulling the headphones out of my ears.
I was skeptical about the BT headphones but they work great. There aren't super fancy ones, maybe $50, but they work very well and have player controls built in, as well as a phone functions, but I've never used the phone functions.
It allows me to set the phone down with my water bottle and not worry about it. I use the "gym" (can't really call it that) at my apartment so I just leave it sitting with my jacket (it's a pretty small room), but if you just move it from machine to machine it would work fine, in my opinion.
It would also allow you to keep your stuff on the note and not have to swap devices around etc. Just my thoughts.
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Yeah I really don't want to have to keep swapping data between the two phones so sounds greeat. The Moto X sounds perfect for gym use.
Now my only problem is that on further research, I found out that the Sprint version of the Moto X is CDMA and down here in Aus, we only use GSM. The only Moto X's in my price range are all Sprint versions with a Bad ESN. Im wondering if I am better off:
1) Buying the Moto x and not being able to use it as a backup phone (which isn't really important but would be a very nice option). Unless there is a way to use it here?
2) Buy a brand new Moto G
3) Buy a second hand HTC One with a bad speaker (needs replacing)
EDIT: 4) Buying a Moto X that has a smashed screen and wont turn on, hoping to fix it
All of these options fit my budget but really not sure on which one would be best. Anyones thoughts would be greatly appreciated
3 of those 4 options sound terrible. LOL. Get a new Moto g then. The only sensible option of the 4 you listed.
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My vote is for the Moto G.
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Or, you could save a tonne of money and just buy a good Bluetooth headset dongle like the Sony SBH-50, pair it to the Note 3, plug in your favourite pair of headphones, and get the best of all worlds. A small OLED screen for track info and caller id, volume,play/pause/next buttons,and a mic. It's under $80 CDN, so definitely in your price range. Lol.
A separate $300+ device to keep in sync and swapping SIM cards all the time? Is that really worth the hassle?
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Yeah I really don't want to have to keep swapping data between the two phones so sounds greeat. The Moto X sounds perfect for gym use.
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phoenix_rizzen said:
Or, you could save a tonne of money and just buy a good Bluetooth headset dongle like the Sony SBH-50, pair it to the Note 3, plug in your favourite pair of headphones, and get the best of all worlds. A small OLED screen for track info and caller id, volume,play/pause/next buttons,and a mic. It's under $80 CDN, so definitely in your price range. Lol.
A separate $300+ device to keep in sync and swapping SIM cards all the time? Is that really worth the hassle?
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I was implying buying a pair of bluetooth headphones instead of a new device. Pair the headphones with the Note you already have and just don't keep it in your pocket. Then you don't have to swap devices, and you can listen to music, etc. Spend $100 on a nice pair of headphones instead of a few hundred on a phone that you'll only use for music.
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I was implying buying a pair of bluetooth headphones instead of a new device. Pair the headphones with the Note you already have and just don't keep it in your pocket. Then you don't have to swap devices, and you can listen to music, etc. Spend $100 on a nice pair of headphones instead of a few hundred on a phone that you'll only use for music.
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Oh okay, yeah I get it. It does sound like a better alternative but just a little hard giving up having two devices. If I really can't find one at a good price, then I'll just have to settle for a pair of Bluetooth headphones. I'll see how much the iPod sells for and see from there I guess but really do appreciate the replies
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Oh okay, yeah I get it. It does sound like a better alternative but just a little hard giving up having two devices. If I really can't find one at a good price, then I'll just have to settle for a pair of Bluetooth headphones. I'll see how much the iPod sells for and see from there I guess but really do appreciate the replies
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Try something like the LG HBS-700. They are often on slickdeals for $40 or so shipped. Or here http://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronic...TF8&qid=1390925651&sr=1-2&keywords=LG+HBS-700 (slightly different model)
However if you're doing a lot of running you may prefer the type that twist around your ears
The ones my girlfriend got me for Christmas are these, or very similar to these: http://www.amazon.com/Philips-Accessories-SHB6017-28-Bluetooth/dp/B00560YMPI
She got them last year on sale, so I know she didn't pay that much for them.
They work very well because they do clip on to each ear and there is only a cord between them, so it doesn't bounce around on your head when you move or run. Sound quality is great and the battery lasts for quite a while. I use it for an hour or two on days when I work out and usually charge twice a week. Charges to full in about an hour, I believe.
Does anyone suggest a BT or wired headset that they use for hands free calling and think is really, really good?
I've used the Plantronics Voyager Legend for a year (always update firmware), but after 3 months of use on the LG G2 I'm ready to ditch it. Bad on business calls. People say I'm tinny, my voice cuts in/out, and also (showstopper) it randomly drops calls.
Appreciate any suggestions (based on experience/use) out there...particularly for business use...
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Does anyone suggest a BT headset that they use for hands free calling and think is really, really good?
I've used the Plantronics Voyager Legend for a year (always update firmware), but after 3 months of use on the LG G2 I'm ready to ditch it. Bad on business calls. People say I'm tinny, my voice cuts in/out, and also (showstopper) it randomly drops calls.
Appreciate any suggestions (based on experience/use) out there...
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Blue Parrott B250-XT+. Simply the best for business calls. BTW, It looks horrible... You can't have it all...
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Blue Parrott B250-XT+. Simply the best for business calls. BTW, It looks horrible... You can't have it all...
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Thanks. Wow, I'd feel like I just walked out of the orthodontist wearing that thing. I may order one and give it a shot!
How about best wired options? Do you know of any? I may as well compare wired if I'm going to get a beast like this.
I've been enjoying using the LG Tone+ HSB-730 Bluetooth headset. Great battery life, range, and ergonomics. It's also the little things like being able to put on/take off a shirt while still listening that make these awesome. I've always used wired sets before but now I'm completely over with untangling wires and wearing out the cable near the headphone jack.
If you're going to get these here's a word of caution: there are plenty of fakes sold by Amazon's 3rd party retailers so be sure to get one shipped from Amazon itself. Search YouTube and Amazon customer comments for 'LG Tone+ fake' to know what's real.
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I've been enjoying using the LG Tone+ HSB-730 Bluetooth headset. Great battery life, range, and ergonomics. It's also the little things like being able to put on/take off a shirt while still listening that make these awesome. I've always used wired sets before but now I'm completely over with untangling wires and wearing out the cable near the headphone jack.
If you're going to get these here's a word of caution: there are plenty of fakes sold by Amazon's 3rd party retailers so be sure to get one shipped from Amazon itself. Search YouTube and Amazon customer comments for 'LG Tone+ fake' to know what's real.
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+1 (I have the original LG Tone HSB-700 and paired with Viper4Android put all my wired buds to shame.)
I have the Tone Ultra and these are awesome. They have great battery life, JBL Speakers and noise cancelling.