Aliph Jawbone Noise Shield Bluetooth Headset (Black)[Retail Packaged] Reviews

Average Customer Rating - 604 Reviews

Decent sound, horrible fit, December 2, 2007
After using the Jawbone for several months all I can say is I completely regret ever buying it. The sound quality is good, but nothing particularly special either despite all of their claims. The sound quality is a bit better than my previous $50 Motorola bluetooth headset.

The main problem with the Jawbone, as many others have said, is the terrible fit. I typically wear the Jawbone for both legs of a 30 minute commute to work and at least half the time the Jawbone begins falling out of my ear requiring constant adjustment. When talking I usually have to hold the Jawbone into my ear with one hand so it works properly. Kinda defeats the purpose of a wireless headset.I've tried various combinations of the included earpieces and ear loops with no luck in finding a good fit.

Not recommended.

Decent Sound Quality, But ..., September 17, 2007
All the reviews and marketing I've heard for Jawbone, including the Demo on their website, tout how great the sound quality is. What they don't tell you is that it's only great for the person to whom the Jawbone user is speaking. But the sound is no different to the Jawbone user than any other Bluetooth headset.

The charger attachment is cumbersome, and although I've only owned my Jawbone for 4 months, is already coming loose.

Also, the Earloop is terrible. It's difficult to put it on, very uncomfortable, and breaks monthly. In the 4 months I've owned my Jawbone, I've had 4 Earloops break. And Jawbone doesn't allow you to buy just the replacement part that is right for you. Instead, you have to buy their full 4-pack, which has 2 different sizes for each ear. So to get the size that is right for you, you have to either buy a full 4-pack monthly (very expensive over time), or suffer as I have with Earloops that are not right, thus not confortable for you, for 3 of the 4 months, until you're forced to purchase yet another 4-pack. This may be great for their balance sheet, but it's unnecessarily expensive and very frustrating for the user.

This product is great if your main concern is how well the person to whom you're speaking can hear you. But for yourself, there are better products out there -- like the Jabra headset I used to have.

Great headset. Awesome noise reduction, June 27, 2007
I have had this headset for about 3 months now. The noise reduction is remarkable. I can be in a airport and no one even knows I am out of my office.

Wind is a problem with this headset as with any other headset. The noise reduction does not reduce wind noise. If it's a windy day you are out of luck but I don't know of any headset that works that way.

Sound - The sound is a little tinny but you get used to it pretty quickly.

Comfort - I have owned at least a dozen Bluetooth headsets and this is by far the most comfortable. There are different clips and ear pieces that come with the headset. I have worn it for over 8 hours straight and don't even know it's there.

Charging - Propriety USB charger that plugs into the back of the phone. They also supply a plug for an outlet so you can charge it without your computer. I bought 2 chargers one for home and one for my laptop bag.

Battery - Very good battery life. I cannot remember exact times but I use it often every day and have not run out of charge yet.

Storage - This is the one thing that is a pain. It does not come in a case and putting it in your pocket is a real pain. I know this is trivial but I wish there was a case for it when I am not wearing it.

Overall I really like this headset and can honestly say this is the best one I have owned.

Bad quality control and customer service from Aliph Jawbone, August 8, 2007

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