Is there a bluetooth receiver that will function as a mic but allow me to use my own earbuds? [more inside]
posted by boo_radley on Sep 6, 2009 - 6 answers

Is it possible to connect a Jawbone headset via bluetooth to an intel mac bootcamp'd into XP? [more inside]
posted by razzamatazm on Sep 3, 2009 - 2 answers

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?
posted by oxidizer on Jun 10, 2009 - 5 answers

Please recommend a Bluetooth headset that's good for both listening to music and talking on the phone. I plan to pair it to both my Mac and my iPhone (not at the same time). In-ear and on-ear are both OK.
posted by adamrice on Jun 5, 2009 - 11 answers

Is it possible to use a standard headset with the XBox 360 if I snag a 2.5mm adapter? More inside. [more inside]
posted by GilloD on May 7, 2009 - 5 answers

Can I use the RJ11 (modem) port on a PC to plug in a phone handset and use it as an audio device? Trying to help a Skype user who has trouble with headsets but knows how to pick up a phone. [more inside]
posted by bartleby on Mar 18, 2009 - 7 answers

I have a Motorola SX900 Talkabout FRS/GMRS radio. I need a compatible headset with a boom or throat microphone and push-to-talk, for somewhere in the $20 range. The slimmer the better, but I'll take pretty much anything. [more inside]
posted by Netzapper on Feb 24, 2009 - 1 answer

buzzing noise in Dragon Naturally Speaking, but not on other programs. Using VMWare fusion to run DNS on my Mac, and recording/listening through a Dinex USB headset with microphone. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by omnigut on Feb 17, 2009 - 3 answers

I am looking for a new *wired* headset (headphone / microphone) for my cellphone... My current cellphone is a Samsung SCH-R430 (also called a MyShot). The thing that makes it hard is that this phone has a proprietary headphone jack (see picture here) - not a standard one. [more inside]
posted by olddogeyes on Feb 10, 2009 - 3 answers

I've got a Motorola H500 Bluetooth headset, and the damn thing keeps making phone calls from my pocket. Is there a carrying case that I can rig up that will fit my needs? [more inside]
posted by GamblingBlues on Jan 21, 2009 - 9 answers

Is there any way to turn my Plantronics wireless headset into a music device, when it's not in use for taking phone calls? [more inside]
posted by cobaltnine on Nov 21, 2008 - 2 answers

I got a cheap blackjack II, and I'm happy with it for the most part. However, I'm having trouble finding a headset/hands free set up for my car... [more inside]
posted by fillsthepews on Nov 14, 2008 - 1 answer

iPhone 3G filter: I'm about to purchase and iPhone 3G and need the help of the hive mind to determine the best bluetooth headset to get. [more inside]
posted by ChazB on Sep 19, 2008 - 2 answers

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

Looking for the best aftermarket iPhone headset I can afford so I don't have to keep switching between the standard white set and the over-ear headphones I use at work. I'd be willing to spend about $100, more if they were exquisite, but I'd love to stay around $50. [more inside]
posted by inkedmn on Aug 30, 2008 - 4 answers

bluetooth headset as PC presenter remote? requirements: inexpensive; two input buttons; work with some free software [more inside]
posted by nolnar on Aug 22, 2008 - 4 answers

I’ve just started using my first PDA/Smartphone (Blackberry 8820) and I need some recommendations for a headset. I know there are tons of questions already—and even more online resources—for finding the best Bluetooth earpiece, but I’m not looking specifically for your standard Bluetooth. [more inside]
posted by jckll on Jul 16, 2008 - 3 answers

How do I get this Bluetooth headset working with Skype on Windows Vista? [more inside]
posted by Kadin2048 on Jun 15, 2008 - 3 answers

What's the best bluetooth headset out there these days? Preferred specs inside. [more inside]
posted by piro on Jun 12, 2008 - 3 answers

I am looking for a headset for my phone. I cannot find what I'm looking for anywhere. Are you a bad enough dude (or dudess/ette) to help me? [more inside]
posted by Eideteker on Jun 8, 2008 - 6 answers

Suggest a good gaming headset? [more inside]
posted by lou on Apr 21, 2008 - 10 answers

Seeking bluetooth headset advice: something that will work with two different phones, good durability & sound quality, w/out breaking the bank? I am overwhelmed by the options.... [more inside]
posted by epersonae on Apr 10, 2008 - 10 answers

ARGH! My phone is driving me nuts. Please help me find a Bluetooth cell phone headset that won't ass-dial people! [more inside]
posted by vorfeed on Mar 10, 2008 - 4 answers

productreviewfilter: I am considering buying the Sony Bluetooth Wirleless Transmitter for iPod along with the Sony DRBT21G/B Stereo Bluetooth Headset for a birthday gift for a friend who runs on a treadmill most of the time, outside sometimes. Have you used these? is there a better combo that might be preferred by a runner? Thank you in advance!
posted by meeshell on Feb 8, 2008 - 3 answers

I am teaching an online class and I want to put audio files into my class. To record, I bought a new Plantronics Audio 645 USB headset. It has a "mic" cord and a "headset" cord. I cannot figure out where exactly I should be plugging this into my computer. [more inside]
posted by answergrape on Jan 18, 2008 - 6 answers

I often make calls that I need to take notes during, and have up until now been using the speakerphone function on my cell so I can type. A good friend told me that it sounded unprofessional, it picked up too much other sounds around me, I should consider getting a bluetooth headset for my phone. I did, getting the Jabra BT500, which was the top recommendation in Consumer Reports. It's a stylish behind the ear one. I really liked the looks, the intuitive use of it, that you could get it on your head quickly (I don't want/need to wear it all the time) and that it felt like it would stay on your head. However, in talking with that same straight shooting friend, they said, after two calls, that it was picking up the external sounds even more so, and often even more then my own voice! They suggested looking for one with good noise filtering abilities. That's where you come in. I'd like to know some of your favorites, that you've used for more then a day. [more inside]
posted by healthyliving on Jan 7, 2008 - 17 answers

Mac OS X 10.5 dumps the microphone feed of my headset into my ears; can I shut it off? [more inside]
posted by anonymoose on Dec 6, 2007 - 8 answers

Recommmend me a mouse for my laptop that's good for gaming and of sturdy construction. [more inside]
posted by CitrusFreak12 on Oct 14, 2007 - 2 answers

Can I use my iPhone earbuds as MacBook Pro headset, probably with an adapter? [more inside]
posted by lodev on Oct 3, 2007 - 1 answer

Can you recommend a good, durable wireless gaming headset? [more inside]
posted by furiousxgeorge on Oct 2, 2007 - 2 answers

Can I get one Bluetooth headset to work with my cell phone and my laptop? [more inside]
posted by Tbola on Sep 5, 2007 - 3 answers

Skype Headset Filter: I'm planning on buying a Koss SB45 headset for skyping. My main question: What kind of connector comes off of the end of it [is it just ONE 1/8" miniplug??], and will it work with my Powerbook 15" 1.33Ghz G4 without a USB dongle? (Sub-question: Any skype headsets you'd recommend over the SB45?) [more inside]
posted by sdis on Jul 25, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm about to come into a good amount of money. I want to ENHANCE my computing experience with gadgets abound. Help! [more inside]
posted by Lockeownzj00 on Jul 12, 2007 - 27 answers

PS3 Filter: is "Bully" for PS2 compatible with PS3? Can't find via compatibility list, hoping someone here can educate me. Also, which is the best headset to use with PS3 for online play, in terms of low-cost and ease of use? Specifically, for playing "Resistance: Fall of Man" with clan members online.
posted by misha on Jun 25, 2007 - 3 answers

I'm looking for a good "headset friendly" corded desk phone -- one with a "line release" button or other "avoid handset lifter" type of feature. [more inside]
posted by nonliteral on Mar 10, 2007 - 4 answers

I'm looking for recommendations for a bluetooth headset, with sound quality and noise isolation as primary concerns. [more inside]
posted by hihowareyou on Feb 26, 2007 - 3 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]
posted by miss lynnster on Feb 1, 2007 - 13 answers

How do I straighten a headset cable? [more inside]
posted by SansPoint on Jan 9, 2007 - 5 answers

Recommend a USB headset to use for voice-chat in games (mainly WoW). [more inside]
posted by Kemayo on Dec 21, 2006 - 14 answers

My ears feel swollen after using a headset for a few days. Anyone have any experience with this? [more inside]
posted by bob sarabia on Nov 10, 2006 - 9 answers

I need help trying to "hack" a Plantronics headset with a quickdisconnect connector to work on a "regular" phone. [more inside]
posted by PowerCat on Oct 18, 2006 - 2 answers

How can I easily toggle between USB headphone speakers and desktop speakers? [more inside]
posted by shokod on Oct 3, 2006 - 4 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]
posted by lemonfridge on Oct 2, 2006 - 6 answers

Where can I find a single-earpiece VOIP headset? [more inside]
posted by wintermute2_0 on Jun 25, 2006 - 5 answers

I'm strongly leaning toward dumping Verizon and switching to Gizmo. What I'm curious about is the actual user experience of making and receiving VOIP calls. Is it be a hassle to be tethered to the computer via a headset? Do I need to leave my computer on all the time? How do I check voicemail (it's got something to do with e-mail, apparently -- does Gizmo e-mail me WAV files or something)? How do I dial out? If I'm making a call to an automated system that requires touch-tone data entry, how would I do this? How expensive and complicated would it be to route my calls to a conventional handset?
posted by Artifice_Eternity on May 11, 2006 - 8 answers

Need a better, louder wired headset for my cell phone. [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis on Apr 3, 2006 - 8 answers

I can hear everyone talking when I'm playing online, I just can't talk back with my PS2 headset. What could be the problem? [more inside]
posted by recurve on Mar 24, 2006 - 12 answers

I recently was given a Blackberry 7290 and a Moto Razr for work. Each has its own phone number. Both have bluetooth. Is it possible to use the Razr as a BT handset to answer calls made to the Blackberry? That is to say can I use Bluetooth to answer both phone numbers with the Razr? How?
posted by leftoverboy on Mar 22, 2006 - 7 answers

Can you solve my cell phone problem with an industrial-strength headset or other idea? [more inside]
posted by underwater on Mar 16, 2006 - 6 answers

Help me find a wireless headset for use with a landline telephone by a new parent. [more inside]
posted by alms on Feb 27, 2006 - 7 answers