(Nov 04, 2009)
Jasmine France
Senior Associate Editor
Portable wireless headphones represent the cutting edge in headphone technology. New models employ either Bluetooth or radio frequency transmission between headphones and a small base dongle that plugs into the audio source, such as an iPod. The obvious benefit of this type of headphone is that you can get rid of the wires snaking from your backpack, purse, or pocket. However, wireless-audio quality still isn't quite up to wired standards.
Etymotic Ety8 In-the-Ear Bluetooth Earphones w/ iPod Adapter
While they're very expensive and a bit ridiculous looking, the Etymotic's Ety8s are the best-sounding Bluetooth headphones we've tested to date.
Price: $206.99 - $258.92 (check prices)
Review date: Dec 13, 2006
Excellent
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Jabra BT8010 Stereo/Mono Bluetooth Headset
The Jabra BT8010 can be converted from a mono Bluetooth headset into a stereo one with a second earpiece. Other innovative design features such as an OLED display, a jog dial, and a simple on/off slider makes this one of the best Bluetooth headsets out there, especially for those who want two Bluetooth headsets in one.
Price: $11.95 (check prices)
Review date: Mar 23, 2007
Excellent
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Samsung SBH-600 stereo Bluetooth headset
Though it doesn't have the best call quality, its comfortable fit and fantastic audio quality makes the Samsung SBH-600 one of the best stereo Bluetooth headsets for listening to music.
Price: $97.00 - $102.00 (check prices)
Review date: May 12, 2009
Excellent
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Jabra BT8030 Bluetooth headphones/speaker
The Jabra BT8030 is great for those who want a Bluetooth speaker and headphones all in one device, but beware of certain design pitfalls.
Price: $26.99 (check prices)
Review date: Feb 8, 2008
Very good
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Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 Wireless Stereo Headphone
The solid-sounding Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 Wireless Stereo Headphones are an excellent option for anyone looking for the very smallest Bluetooth headset money can buy to use with an A2DP-compatible music phone or MP3 player.
Price: $109.99 (check prices)
Review date: Feb 26, 2009
Very good
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JayBird JB-200i Bluetooth Stereo Headset
The JayBird JB-200i Bluetooth Stereo Headset is a nice option for active types who want a super low-profile set of wireless earphones for their iPod.
Price: $129.99 (check prices)
Review date: May 30, 2008
Very good
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Logitech FreePulse Wireless Headphones
Compared to the range of options out there for Bluetooth MP3 player headphones, the Logitech FreePulse Wireless Headphones offer exceptional design and value.
Price: $143.99 (check prices)
Review date: Apr 26, 2007
Very good
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Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth headset
Plantronics's Pulsar 590A Bluetooth headset is a great choice for mobile power users who don't want to sacrifice quality for convenience.
Price: $119.75 - $249.99 (check prices)
Review date: Nov 2, 2005
Very good
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