JABRA BT205 Headset

The Jabra BT205 is one of those rare pieces of technology that does what it's supposed to do nice and simply, without unnecessary clutter and even with a pleasant finish to boot. It hooks comfortably over one ear, with a small rubber-like bud to direct the sound where the user will doubtless find it most useful. This little bud is really very well designed considering how simple it is - not only can it be rotated so that the headset can be used on ...
...one that fits into the ear a little way and one that sits just outside - and spares.

The controls on the headset are very simple - a volume up/down rocker and a call button (which is also used to turn the set on and off, and to put it into discovery mode for connection.) These have always responded well for me and feel good and solid.

The headset charges from a little cradle which holds it nicely in place. Usefully, ... more

The Jabra BT205 is one of those rare pieces of technology that does what it's supposed to do nice and simply, without unnecessary clutter and even with a pleasant finish to boot. It hooks comfortably over one ear, with a small rubber-like bud to direct the sound where the user will doubtless find it most useful. This little bud is really very well designed considering how simple it is - not only can it be rotated so that the headset can be used on either ear, it is supplied in two different sizes - one that fits into the ear a little way and one that sits just outside - and spares.

The controls on the headset are very simple - a volume up/down rocker and a call button (which is also used to turn the set on and off, and to put it into discovery mode for connection.) These have always responded well for me and feel good and solid.

The headset charges from a little cradle which holds it nicely in place. Usefully, this cradle can be disconnected from the power, attached to an included belt-clip and used to carry the BT205 conveniently. Once charged, I've found the battery life impressive but variable, although this is very likely due to my own failure to disconnect/turn off the device properly. It is important to remember, however, that the set it always on after charging - it is very easy to notice it has charged fully, remove it from the cradle or turn the power off, and then leave the device on so that the battery is dead when you actually come to use it.

Sound quality on the BT205 is excellent, and can generally cope adequately when connected to a phone in your pocket; its range is limited, though, so your phone should at least be on you. Connection to both phones and computers has never proved a problem for me.

Overall, this headset is ideal for anyone who needs or wants a little hands-free convenience but doesn't want to fork out for an overcomplicated advanced model. 

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