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Combining an ergonomic design and versatile ear hook, the sleek, lightweight Motorola H500 Bluetooth headset is so easy to wear that you’ll forget you even have it on. Providing longer talk times, a compact design, and a comfortable fit at a nicely affordable price, the H500 is the perfect companion to your cellphone for easy, clear handsfree communication. The H500 offers up to 8 hours of talk time or 130 hours of standby time from a single full charge, and comes with a travel charger. 
The H500's blue LED shows those around you that you're taking a call. | Combining an ergonomic design and versatile ear hook, this sleek headset can be worn on either ear and allows for comfortable wear over extended periods. With Bluetooth wireless technology, your devices work together up to 10 meters (30 feet) away. It's compatible with any mobile phone with Bluetooth 1.2 technology or higher. It can also be used with Bluetooth-enabled PCs for handsfree Voice Over IP (VoIP) use. The H500's multifunction button allows you to place, receive or end calls. Simply press the multifunction button, place the headset on your ear and a wireless link is automatically established. (The first time you use your headset, you'll need to pair it with your cell phone.) Volume and mute can be adjusted from the headset. Conversations will occur without interruptions, as the vivid blue LED light provides a visual cue to others that you're taking a call. You also have the option of turning off the LED light. Features and Specifications
- Up to approximately 8 hours talk time or up to approximately 130 hours standby time
- Multi-function button to control 3-way calling, call start and end, hold, mute
- Advanced volume controls include orientation technology to assure that volume controls will always be upright
- Reversible, removable earhook to allow the headset to be worn on either ear
- 140 mAh battery
- Charge time: Less than 1 hour
- EMU connector
- Dimensions: 2.28 x 1.06 (2.09 including earhook) x 0.87 inches
- Weight: 0.55 ounces
- Bluetooth version: 1.2 with support for headset (HSP) and hands-free profiles (HFP)
What's in the Box
H500 headset, AC travel charger, quick start guide, user manual
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 Silver-toned Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset |
| Review Date: September 5, 2008 |
| Reviewer: John Williamson, Bucks County, PA USA |
Bluetooth cell phone headsets are really a subjective choice... period.
Some love them and others hate them, and some models seem to fit one person's ear (and lifestyle) better than another. That being said, this reviewer will try to offer an (overdue) opinion on what has turned out to be a pretty good choice in a well-made Bluetooth cell phone headset.
When I first looked at the Motorola H500, it's price tag was in the $100 range, so it was easy to pass on in favor of wired headsets. But with the recent price drops, this unit is not only worth considering, it's now even lower priced than some of the better wired units that were former favorites. Considering that so many states and localities have laws against cell phone use while driving, this can be an excellent communication tool if used carefully and safely.
There are many brands and model out there to choose from, but the Motorola H500 is well worth consideration, especially in light of its excellent pricing. Once adjusted and positioned correctly to the ear, its overall sound quality has turned out to be excellent. Had held off on making a decision between brands and models mostly because I wear glasses, but after a bit of retail store test driving for fit and sound, found (like other reviewers) that this headset seems to settle easily to my ear and just seems to fit properly.
One way of looking at how well a Bluetooth cell phone headset functions would perhaps be to rate its use during everyday tasks or activities, so here are a few of those, along with my personal findings.
- Driving: excellent, quite functional, 5-stars.
- Walking: excellent, 5-stars.
- Cycling: excellent, low wind noise, 5-stars.
- Running: OK, 4-stars (felt like it might fall off).
- Computing: excellent, 5-stars.
- Sleeping: decent, 4-stars... hey, just joking here!
Don't want to go on a rant about driving while using a cell phone, but if you take the time to read your phone's manual along with the one for the Motorola H500, you'll find that you can use it with voice activated functions, so that you don't need to fool with cell phone dialing when driving. Just program your phone, say your party's name into the Bluetooth device and you'll be automatically connected.
Color selections - something for everyone:
- Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset - Silver
- Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset - Black
- Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset - Pink
- Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset - Orange
- Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset - Teal Blue
Pros:
- Overall good sound quality, very little static.
- Comfortable to wear/use, has an ergonomic ear hook.
- Clean, streamlined design.
- Good range, better than some others.
- Bluetooth 1.2 means less interference & faster connections.
- Inexpensive, reasonably priced.
- About 8 hours talk time and 200 hours standby time on a charge.
Cons:
- Ringtone alerts, but that's a personal thing.
- Small volume controls.
Is this Motorola headset the newest, latest and greatest? Nope. If you want that, check out the new Jawbone II Bluetooth Headset by Aliph, but then check out the price on that unit and compare the features.
Summary:
The Motorola H500 is an inexpensive Bluetooth cell phone headsets, offering good sound quality, nice ergonomics, and better-than-average range. It's an excellent communication device, adding to driving safety if used carefully. If you're looking for a good Bluetooth headset at a reasonable price, it's well worth considering, whichever color you pick.
Update:
For those who privately asked, my H500 didn't come in a box. It came in a ziplock-style bag that was marked "bulk" on the label. It contained the H500 headset, AC charger, user guides and a "Motomanual." From all appearances it was brand new. |
Great deal!
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| Review Date: September 18, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Cali Mom, |
Getting a Goldbox deal on this headset, made it a great deal.
It works well and the quality of the sound is great, too! |
Motorola bluetooth headset
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| Review Date: October 12, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Kelley J. Knueppel, |
This is not bad at all for a headset, though we have some problems with them auto dialing the last number called. Works very well to obey the law in my state.
And for the price, it is a *STEAL* 80.00 headset for 20.00 bucks! |
Acceptable Plus
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| Review Date: March 22, 2009 |
| Reviewer: WireMan, Southern California |
| Purchased this based on the price and that it was a Motorola to match my Motorola cell phone. The instructions to make the link/connection to the phone were less than adequate but once I called Motorola and received correct instructions it linked up perfectly. Main complaint is that it tends to flop/flap on your ear but that may be my ear shape (Vulcan). May be fine for most earthlings. |
Ok product for the price
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| Review Date: April 3, 2009 |
| Reviewer: K. Pelosky, Baltimore, MD |
| I got this as my first bluetooth. Its easy to use and very compact, but I feel like the battery dies very quickly, even when im not using it. I dont walk around with it all day, and just use it for car trips. Its great for what i use it for, but I dont recommend it for people who will use it all day. The volume is pretty good, and it sounds clear. Im not disappointed, but just make sure its charged before you use it. |
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