BlueAnt X5 Bluetooth Stereo Headset (Black) | 
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| Brand: Blue Ant
Category: Wireless
List Price: $139.99
Buy New: $77.99
You Save: $62.00 (44%)
New (7) from $77.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  69 reviews
Sales Rank: 1270
Color: Black/Blue
Media: Wireless Phone Accessory
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Battery: 1 Lithium
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 12 x 9 x 3
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: UNOTPBAX53
Model: 93725
UPC: 878049000059
EAN: 0878049000059
ASIN: B000FL60P8
Release Date: May 26, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Wireless Stereo Music or Voice Connection to your phone or computer | | • | Use with your favourite VOIP programs and iPod/MP3 players. Connect using a standard 3.5mm audio jack. | | • | Supports Bluetooth Profiles - Handsfree, Headset, A2DP, AVRCP. Stores Bluetooth pairing information for up to 10 different devices (Bluetooth V1.2) | | • | Compact detachable Microphone and removable Rechargeable Battery lasts for more than 12 hours | | • | 2 year warranty |
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Amazon.com Product Description
If you have a Bluetooth phone, computer, or PDA that supports the A2DP stereo headset profile, you owe it to yourself to check out the X5 Stereo Bluetooth Headset. This lightweight, comfortable headset allows you to wirelessly stream high quality music and make voice calls, bringing your enjoyment of music, VOIP, and cell phone calls to the next level. The headset also ships with a device called the BlueAnt Audio and Voice Streamer, which connects to any MP3 player, iPod, or other audio device via a standard 3.5mm audio jack and streams stereo music directly to the headset. In addition to music listening, the X5 lets you wirelessly communicate via your favorite VOIP program. The headset comes with a detachable microphone, as well as USB and AC charging options, making the X5 a complete mobile communications accessory for people who want wireless freedom. The compact, removable, and rechargeable battery lasts for more than 12 hours, giving you plenty of time between charges. The X5 is comfortable, too, with an ergonomic design that includes a collapsible neckband for easy portability. The headset stores Bluetooth pairing information for up to 10 different devices so it's always ready to go with all your gadgets. The X5 supports the Bluetooth 1.2 specification, and it's compatible with the handsfree, headset, A2DP, and AVRCP profiles. Before purchase, make sure your devices support these profiles to ensure compatibility. What's in the Box
X5 Stereo Bluetooth Headset, A2DP Audio and Voice Streamer, detachable microphone, 3.5mm stereo cable, 3.5mm to stereo and mono Y-cable, 2 rechargeable li-polymer batteries, 2 USB charging cables, AC charger, 2 foam speaker covers, user manual, and quick start guide.
Product Description
The X5 Stereo Bluetooth Headset is a portable multi-function device utilizing the latest cutting edge technologies allowing you to stream high quality music and make voice calls using a mobile phone, pda, or computer - without wires attached to the headset. Connect directly to A2DP ( Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compatible phones and computers or utilize the supplied BlueAnt Audio Streamer to connect to any MP3 player, iPod, or DVD etc and stream music direct while answering calls from a phone. A2DP technology is a new music revolution allowing you to send CD quality stereo music from one device to another without wires. A2DP is stereo music sent over Bluetooth without the hassle of plugging cables. Bluetooth Wireless Technology with A2DP technology makes mobile phones, pda's and computers capable of streaming music directly to products such as the X5 Stereo Headset. Lithium-Polymer battery lasts up to 12 hours during music playback and handsfree mode and up to 200 hours in standby mode Convenient, Removable and rechargeable battery packs (full recharge takes about 3 hours) Detachable mini-USB Microphone Small and compact Convenient and comfortable neckband can be folded for carrying around Wireless Stream Stereo Music when listening to portable audio devices or PC Control music playlists and playback of PDAs and Mobiles using remote control AVRCP Bluetooth Handsfree functionality - Bluetooth Specification V1.2 Wirelessly Stream Stereo Music Audio Frequency Range - 20 Hz ~ 22,000 Hz; Audio S/N > 80dB Compatible with most Bluetooth Mobile Phones, Smartphones PDAs and almost any PC or Macintosh with a microphone input and stereo output
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| Customer Reviews: Read 64 more reviews...
 Like the product January 6, 2009
I find the earphone are fairly comfortable to wear. The audio reception and quality is extremely good within line of site but does diminish if you have walls between you and transmitter, as would be expected with bluetooth. Overall I like the product and recommend it.
Arrival was less than 7 days which was excellent in my opinion as it was shipped from the east and I reside in the Northwest
 Short lived, a disappointment. January 1, 2009
The BlueAnt X5 Bluetooth Stereo Headset sounded pretty good using Skype. My contacts said the headset sounded great to them. But after about 10 days the audio from iTunes and Skype started to sound gravely and not as loud as when I first installed. The Blue Tooth link is simple and the unit relinks to the phone or the streamer very easily and quickly when switching.
Update: The distorted audio has gotten worse over the last few days and I have stopped using the X5 and have bought another brand of wireless headset.
Tricky at First December 26, 2008
Figuring out how to sync it up was tricky at first, but the mfr. customer support helped me through it. Then I was getting a TON of static, but the way around that was to keep the bluetooth piece plugged in to a power source. I didn't want to spend too much on something personal I'd keep at the office to listen to talk radio, and this all-in-one device really fit the bill. It's not perfect, but it does exactly what I need it to so I really can't complain.
 Excellent Bluetooth stereo headset December 25, 2008
After a somewhat disappointing, but not bad, experience with a Jabra Bluetooth headset, I wasn't expecting anything much better with the BlueAnt X5 Bluetooth Stereo Headset.
What a pleasant surprise to have my low expectations upended.
The BlueAnt X5 is a delight. I've been wearing it now for several hours listening to streaming audio on the web. While not the most comfortable headset I've ever used, the BlueAnt X5 isn't terribly bothersome. It is a one size fit all kind of affair and I do have a big head (in more ways than one), but I am not being subjected to any undue pinching or pressure from the headset.
Range is good. I've used it about 25 feet away from the source with two intervening walls.
The design is nice. Understated and not too bulky. Unlike the Jabra, it doesn't have ostentatious flashing lights which normal people have to turn off each time it is used. Wearing the Jabra without turning off its flashing lights is like wearing a clown outfit.
The BlueAnt X5 has a separate microphone that plugs into the USB port. For those who want just a stereo headset, the can leave it off.
Pairing is fast and simple. Press two controls on the BlueAnt, turn on your device's Bluetooth search function and you are done. A couple of points here. First the pairing directions in the X5 manual I got were wrong. I suspect a typo that wasn't caught before the manual went to the printer - and someone forgetting that the manual with erroneous info was going into the packages.
Whatever device you use the BlueAnt X5 with must be A2DP capable! Check your device manual to make sure it is compatible. In all, the X5 supports the Handsfree, Headset, A2DP, AVRCP Profiles, which means this device is state-of-the-art. It can pair with up to 10 devices.
Earphone audio is quite good, in my estimation. Volume is more than sufficient and I am unable to discern any distortion at higher volume settings.
Microphone audio on cell calls, Skype and direct recording in Windows Mobile was somewhat on the soft side. I suspect that some would consider it of the "talking from the bottom of a barrel" effect and would find it objectionable. I did not.
The unit comes with a separate audio streaming device. This will output Bluetooth from anything with a 3.5mm audio output jack. That means you can use it with your iPod or other non-Bluetooth device, which is a very nice plus feature in my opinion.
Battery life is stated at 12 hours and I have no reason to doubt that yet.
The package has all the necessary cables and even a pair of foam cushions if you don't like the padded earphones.
Overall, I am very satisfied with the BlueAnt X5. My relatively low expectations were not in the least justified. This is the best Bluetooth stereo headset I've tried, Jabra and Sony units being the other. As far as I am concerned, my search for a high quality Bluetooth stereo headset is over: the BlueAnt X5 meets my needs - and then some.
Jerry
I WAS SHOCKED THAT IT WORKED IT SO WELL December 23, 2008
I researched this product on cnet and read reviews from amazon and other publications, plus read all the manuals for the x-5, plantronics 590a, cardo s-2, various sanyo's and motorola's, plus the highly rated new jabra which I really wanted but it was out of my price range. Originally i received two different motorola s-9's. which didn't work with my moto q9c ie: only one side worked! Both times. I don't know if it was my phone or the headsets , but I was getting really frustrated. I was tired of having these stupid wires all over the place at the gym and at home when i was doing chores. This x-5 blue ant is everything you can want incredible sound better than most wired sets, and it works wirelessly with my computer and dell 20 gig digital jukebox. Great job Blue Ant highly recommend!
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