BT Jawbone Headset and 8130

corymcnutt · Thread Author #1 11-29-2007, 08:18 PM

How does this headset stack up against the rest? Does it work well with the Verizon Pearl 8130? Thanks for your input.

Blacklatino · #2 11-29-2007, 08:45 PM

I have AT&T. So, I can't speak for the 8130. I've personally used, broke, sat on, dropped in the rain, in the toilet.....at least 12 different bluetooth headsets in the last 18 months. I currently use one (Jawbone) and have not had any problems. All BT have issues in moderate to strong winds. The jawbone is a little bit pricy. Still, I save more on not having to replace the other cheaper headset(s) you can purchase online seeking a good deal. I just purchased the BT8010 Jabra as a back up. Friendly Advice: Spend a little extra and pay for the quality. You'll be glad you did. I hope this helps you.

corymcnutt · Thread Author #3 11-29-2007, 09:19 PM

Thank you for the info. It is a bit pricey but I have a Moto H700 and it wasn't too cheap when it came out...my wife uses one too, but I had really bad reception with my Razr phone. With the 8130 the sound is really much better, but she could use two (she is always misplacing hers) and then she could keep one in each car. Maybe I am just looking for an excuse to get a new one for the new phone, but that's my story and I'm sticking with it, lol. But before I went for such an odd looking, expensive, BT I wanted to know how the BB users felt about it. Thanks again.

artie · #4 02-13-2008, 10:34 AM

"The Bluetooth technology in Jawbone is designed to work seamlessly with any Bluetooth compliant handset. However, not all Bluetooth is created equal - certain CDMA phones (like Sprint or Verizon) can under perform compared to GSM phones (like Cingular or T-Mobile). While Jawbone works well with most CDMA phones, a few may have issues with call quality and/or audio switching between the handset and the Jawbone, such as the HP iPaq and LG VX 8300".
I found this in the Jawbone website, I did not know there was a difference between CDMA and GSM phones when it comes to using Bluetooth headsets.
Any input would be appreciated by anyone who is knowledgeable about this.

GadgetGeek · #5 02-13-2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by corymcnutt

It is a bit pricey but I have a Moto H700 and it wasn't too cheap when it came out...my wife uses one too, but I had really bad reception with my Razr phone. With the 8130 the sound is really much better

I'm using the Moto H700 as well cory and very satified with its performance. Jawbone is just too big/cluncky for me. I'm sort of considering the BlueAnt Z9 just for coolness factor, but don't really want to give up the convenience of the H700 flip on/off boom.

corymcnutt · Thread Author #6 02-13-2008, 12:11 PM

I too, like the flip on/off feature of the H700, although the button on/off of the jawbone works very well. Size wise, the jawbone is really not all that much bigger when the "boom" on the H700 is opened...besides GG, with ears the size of yours, ANY headset would appear small!

The Jawbone is as light as a feather and everybody tells me they can hear me better and I know I can hear them better...both louder and clearer. I do HATE the original Jawbone ear pieces...once I got the ear gels that were recommended here and altered the ear loop a bit, I really like it now, but it's a shame I had to do all of that with what the Jawbone costs. I hear good things about BlueAnt products from Click here...I never heard of them before, but like their styles...I just hope it won't get lost on your ear!

P.S. I had no idea there was a difference in headsets with GSM or CDMA.

Fried · #7 02-13-2008, 12:27 PM

I have just posted having problems with the Jawbone and the 8130 and after the helpful people here at Crackberry, all is good. This is a nice headset. It is a little bulkier than I would like, but call quality is superb! Highly recommended if you can chunk out the change.

GadgetGeek · #8 02-13-2008, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by corymcnutt

...besides GG, with ears the size of yours, ANY headset would appear small!

.... I hear good things about BlueAnt products from Click here...I never heard of them before, but like their styles...I just hope it won't get lost on your ear!

Yeah, its tough complimenting these stunning looks with style & functionality! I'll let you know how the Ant works out if I get it.

Member_No.1 · #9 02-13-2008, 02:18 PM

There are some pretty good reviews on a lot of them here.
Bluetooth Headsets | CrackBerry.com
Just picked up a Blueant Z9 for my GF for V-Day. I'll check it out for myself.
They look pretty good. I was leaning toward a Jawbone, but from some on line reviews, while the device worked great, the fit and feel was lacking.

SassyLee · #10 02-14-2008, 08:01 AM

I use my Jawbone w/Curve and have no problems so far.

rrrebo · #11 02-14-2008, 08:24 AM

Another 8300/Jawbone user here. I got the Jabra Minigels and replaced the stock earpads with them. Now I don't even use the earloop anymore! The Jawbone is definitely the headset of choice IF you can get it to fit your ear properly. I can talk on it with the car window down and the other person hardly notices. It does struggle, like every other headset, with noise if the wind is blowing directly on the mic. I have never had a single pairing/disconnect issue with the Jawbone. I use it for telecons when I work from home.

copndoc · #12 02-14-2008, 04:55 PM

I tried the Blueant one and it just never sat in my ear right and after a while, it got real annoying having it in my ear so I went back to my favorite, the Motorola H700. It has been the best for me!

daddybear · #13 02-14-2008, 05:19 PM

i bought a blueant z9 a week ago.

i love it,

it works great...fits great...looks great...

no tunnel noise...no static...no echo...easy as all heck to use...paired in five seconds,,,

turn it on bb finds it instantly..turn it off bb doesnt waste battery looking for it.

call quality is excellent...

i have heard both literally and figureatively the jawbone is a great device....but a little too postmodern art for my head...

-db

ReiG3 · #14 02-14-2008, 05:28 PM

I got the Jawbone and cant complain about it. Its been the best for me and whomever I am talking to by a mile. Audio on both ends is better than any of the Motorolas I have had. (I didnt try them all) I would buy another Jawbone if I was looking to purchase.

Bob