I've just upgraded a G5 tower from 10.2.x to 10.5.7. The upgrade went off without a hitch... but... i do have a problem using my Logitech USB 350 headset with the system now. When making a call with Skype, for example, the headset will typically work for a while (several minutes) before suddenly throwing out massive amounts of horrible noise via the mike channel. When this happens, I can hear the other side of the conversation just fine, they however can't hear anything except an aneurysm-inducing noise. If I hang-up and restart the connection, the game repeats. Sometime the noise sets in sooner, sometimes later - however, it always sets in. Facts: 1.) This headset worked without a hitch before the upgrade (from 10.2.x). 2.) Audio settings on a system level and within Skype are correct. Does anyone have any clue as to what is going on and what might remedy the situation?
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What is your favorite USB headset with a mute button? Bonus points if you know it works well with VOIP/avaya softfones. [more inside]
posted by nadawi on Sep 17, 2008 - 4 answers

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posted by Lockeownzj00 on Jul 12, 2007 - 27 answers

Headsetfilter: I talk to friends overseas almost every day via Skype. Since June I've gone through 4 usb headsets and suddenly this week people are saying they can't hear me well on the one I bought in December... so I may be heading for number 5 if the mic on this one is actually going bad. Grrrr. Any recommendations for a USB headset that might actually LAST and do a good job with Skype for me? USB headsets ain't cheap... I can't afford to keep investing in 'em. [more inside]
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Recommend a USB headset to use for voice-chat in games (mainly WoW). [more inside]
posted by Kemayo on Dec 21, 2006 - 14 answers

I just bought a USB Headset, but the audio through the earpiece is majorly distorted. Ive tried plugging it into my iBook and Laptop and it sounds fine. Whats my Desktop doing differently? [more inside]
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Where can I find a single-earpiece VOIP headset? [more inside]
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