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Manufacturer: Blueant Wireless Part number: Q2
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- The BlueAnt Q2 is yet another BlueAnt winner, with new Bing-411 features and fantastic call quality even in windy situations.
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CNET editors' review
BlueAnt Q2 Smart Bluetooth Headset price range: $39.49 - $129.00
- Reviewed by: Nicole Lee
- Reviewed on: 08/11/2010
The good: The BlueAnt Q2 is slim and slender, with an impressive voice control interface that includes text-to-speech and access to Bing-411 services. It also has A2DP streaming, multipoint connectivity, and amazing sound quality.
The bad: The BlueAnt Q2 has very tiny physical controls, and there are quite a number of commands to remember.
The bottom line: The BlueAnt Q2 is yet another BlueAnt winner, with new Bing-411 features and fantastic call quality even in windy situations.
User reviews
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BEST BLUETOOTH AVAILABLE NOW, NOTHING COMES CLOSE!!
by wase4711 on August 12, 2010
Pros: 1. Clear, loud, sound
2. Awesum Noise reduction, and fantastic call quality
3. A2DP and great Android Intergration
4. Super comfortable and light on your earCons: Pricey, but eventually there will be deals
Summary: I've had at least 25 Bluetooth headsets in my life, and, I keep hoping I find one that does it all; great call quality, great music quality, great fit, ...
Summary: I've had at least 25 Bluetooth headsets in my life, and, I keep hoping I find one that does it all; great call quality, great music quality, great fit, voice dialing/voice commands, easy to use, and looks good...Well, it took a few years, but I've finally found it!
The Q2 from Blue Ant is all that, and more; the Bing 411 service is a fantastic add on, but, frankly, I can't imagine anyone making a finer headset than this one.
Great battery life, sound is better than through the phone speaker, and, it rivals the best home phones out there, as far as sound is concerned!
Using it with my HTC EVO, I have finally found complete cellular nirvana...Makes the Jawbone sound like a tin can, Plantronics 975 doesnt come close, and, frankly, this is the best mono bluetooth I have ever used, bar none.
If you can afford it, don't even think twice...buy it NOW!!!8 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Amazing and disappointing at the same time.
by mrvolvo371 on October 31, 2010
Pros: Lightweight, comfortable, unobtrusive, great sound, good voice command performance, simple to pair and operate. I liked everything about it until...
Cons: Sound cuts out intermittently, making conversation difficult if not impossible with my iPhone 4. I returned it for a replacement and had the same problem with the second unit.
Summary: I bought the Blueant Q2 along with a new iPhone 4 (16 GB) 8 days ago, fully expecting a top of the line, noise canceling Bluetooth headset and that's ...
Summary: I bought the Blueant Q2 along with a new iPhone 4 (16 GB) 8 days ago, fully expecting a top of the line, noise canceling Bluetooth headset and that's what I got. The sound quality and voice command performance were excellent; even better than I expected. The Q2's sound was louder and clearer than when I used the iPhone 4 alone. I could hear a barely noticeable occasional thumping when certain persons I had called would start speaking, which I assume was the noise canceling feature kicking in (similar to that I've experienced with noise canceling hearing protectors) but it wasn't particularly annoying. My first impression was that this going to be a great headset.
On about the third phone call using the Q2, I noticed a little bit of the sound on my end cutting out, then the person I was talking to mentioned the same problem. In continuing to use the Q2 over the next couple days, this intermittent problem kept happening, requiring me to shut the Q2 off and continue the call directly with the iPhone 4 several times. As a test, I grabbed my wife's older, cheaper Motorola Bluetooth headset, paired it with the iPhone 4 and it worked perfectly - not even a hint of the sound cutting out.
I quickly realized I couldn't live with this and returned the Q2 to the AT&T store for a replacement. The new replacement behaved in the same manner; everything worked great except it kept cutting out, sometimes losing whole words or going dead for several seconds. Following the advice in the owner's manual, I tried resetting both the iPhone 4 and the Q2 then re-pairing them, with no improvement.
I then went to the Blueant web site and it recommended updating the Q2's firmware on-line but I found that's easier said than done. Although Blueant states they'll have a Mac version of the "Updater" available by October, 2010, it's not available yet. (I'm a Mac convert.) I then got out an old Windows XP machine and later the wife's newer Windows Vista laptop and tried to update the Q2's firmware, unsuccessfully. With both computers, the "Updater" program would shut down just before it started to update the Blueant Q2. I spent most of Saturday trying to get this to work, with negative results.
Reading further through the Blueant web site I found that they admit to the existence of "Bluetooth connectivity and audio issues" with the iPhone, suggesting that customers contact Apple. Hmmm. This is not sounding good for me. It's pretty obvious that some "issue" exists but I have no idea how to determine whose "fault" it is or how to go about getting it corrected.
In view of my recent experience with my iPhone 4 and two Blueant Q2's, I'll likely return the Q2 for a refund and try another brand of Bluetooth headset. It also appears that there's some merit to the other reviews that claim a problem exists between the Blueant Q2 and the iPhone 4. Why some people have had this problem and others haven't seems to be a mystery. I can only suggest that anyone considering this combination be aware of the potential for disappointment.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Would be great if people could hear me.
by JeffP99 on September 15, 2010
Pros: Great features: Voice control, announcing incoming calls by name, etc
Great incoming sound quality.Cons: Loses contact with phone (iPhone 4) randomly. Outbound sound is choppy, as if I'm repeatedly hitting a mute button.
Summary: Wanted to love this headset as features are terrific, but it's pretty useless when the person on the other end hears only every 2nd or 3rd word I say. ...
Summary: Wanted to love this headset as features are terrific, but it's pretty useless when the person on the other end hears only every 2nd or 3rd word I say. No response from BlueAnt when I submitted a support request. Returned the unit.
4 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Light and comf but quirky
by NickFuji on February 24, 2011
Pros: This headset is Light weight, very comfortable with or without the ear hook. The voice commands are intuitive. Very high volume.
Cons: Strange pairing set up. Often does not recognize voice commands. People you call will know you are using a headset. The volume almost goes too high.
Summary: I am an IT sales pro that works from home. I am on the phone for five hours a day. I use my blackberry for this exclusively. I had been ...
Summary: I am an IT sales pro that works from home. I am on the phone for five hours a day. I use my blackberry for this exclusively. I had been using a Plantronics Pro that I was very happy with when I decide to upgrade.
After using this product for 10 days I did decide to return it.
I ordered my Q2 from Provantage for a reasonable price. When I recieved the new headset it was packaged well. It comes with a partial charge for those of use who need immediate gratification. Otherwise it takes atleast four hours to charge.
Setting up the Q2 was quick. I paired it to both my Blackberry curve for work and my Glyde that I use for home. I was able to download both phonebooks into the headset quickly. I tested it by using my wifes cell to call my own. This worked flawlessly. That is where the goodtimes ended.
Once I downloaded the phone books my two phones would no longer ring or vibrate during incoming calls. The only notification I could recieve is through the headset saying the name of the caller. This is OK if the headset never leaves your ear, but I do take mine out occasionally. Also there is no mail notification coming from the blackberry or headset. Since I rely on the blackberry to notify me of new mail this was pretty upsetting.
The voice command feature is OK. It often does not respond. When someone calls it allows you to say answer or ignore instead of pushing the MFB. Sounds like a great feature and it is when it works. For me this feature worked about 50% of the time.
I have a friend that I convinced to buy the Plantronics Pro shortly after I did. When I bought the Q2 he was eager to hear how it sounded. He was not impressed. I didn't want to believe that my new headset was sub par so I called the Plantronics test number so I could hear for myself. The Q2 sounded mumbled and a little distant. For the next week I asked my clients if they noticed the difference and most said yes.
The pairing feature is quirky. You connect to two devices. I figured that meant you could only be connected to two devices at the same time, but you could pair with as many as you like. This turned out not to be true. You can only have two devices registered in the pairing table in the Q2. I used to pair with two cell phones and two laptops with the Pro. I could only connect to two at a time and that was ok. Now I cannot pair with my two phones, then disconnect one phone and pair with my laptop to give a remote presentation. Then just connect back to the other phone when finished. I have to reset the Q2 which erases the pairing table and the phonebooks stored in the headset.
Sometimes when I walk away from one of the paired phones it does not reconnect to the Q2. It happens with both phones. I have to power down the headset and power it back up to reconnect to both phones. This does not always work right away. Sorry to make the comparison again but the Pro reconnects with ease. If I walk into the room find and find the phone ringing, the Pro will connect if I press the MFB even after I answered the phone manually.
Battery life is atmost there and a half hours of constant talk time. I recharge both phone and headset every night. I have had this headset for more that a week. I have had it die during a couple presentations around lunch time. I realize that I ask a lot of a headset, but five hours of talk time is a must. I suppose there has to be trade off to the small and light aspect of the Q2.
I would recommend this headset to the casual user. A person who only has one phone and my want a headset to use around the house while doing quiet chores.
Updated on Mar 14, 2011
-The battery life is far less than advertised. Three hours was the best it achieved. I know the charge is supposed to last longer after a few weeks use but not two full hours longer.
-The call sound in relation to the person you are calling is moderate at best.
-The feature where you can tell the headset to answer or ignore a call sounds nice but most often does not respond to the voice command.
-The headset operates inconsistantly. That is a big issue. If a gadget has a quirk that is consistant then I can deal with it. The Q2 may automaticaly connect to my phone within a certain proximity or not. I mean if I left the room it would disconnect and when I came back in the room it may or may not connect, regardless of the distance once back in the room.
I have more reasons why I returned it but the point is that I never should have strayed from my Plantronics Voyager Pro.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best Bluetooth Ever!!!!
by dgates71 on August 8, 2010
Pros: 1. Loud
2. A2DP works well with iPhone 4
3. Noise reduction is better than any bluetooth I have used. I have used 2 Jawbones and 3 Blueants, this one tops them all. Able to use outside in the wind clearly.
4. Announces name of inbound caller.Cons: 1. Price, this thing is kinda steep.
2. Bigger than the V1 but that is really not a problem. (Very comfortable to wear)Summary: The Blueant Q2 is by far the best Bluettoh you can buy right now. Good battery life. The voice sounds clearer thru the bluetooth headset than on the phone. Blueant ...
Summary: The Blueant Q2 is by far the best Bluettoh you can buy right now. Good battery life. The voice sounds clearer thru the bluetooth headset than on the phone. Blueant has listenedto their customers and has now made the ultimate bluetooth headset. The thing is not cheap, but once again you get what you pay for.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Headset...if it breaks, the return takes FOREVER
by dfriedholm on June 21, 2011
Pros: Sound quality is great with my iPhone3GS, pairing, voice recognition, and wind noise reduction is excellent.
Battery life is so/so, but easy to charge with micro USB on any computer.
If you go out of range of the phone, headset announces "No phone connecCons: Headset Mesh covering material attracts every piece of lint and dirt within 5 foot radius. Mine de-laminated and I returned it for replacement almost a month ago. Still not back.
2. small Q2 rubber pad next to cheek comes off (the glue will NOT stay sticSummary: Love the headset, even with quirks, I want it back.
Summary: Love the headset, even with quirks, I want it back.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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iPhone4 and Q2 work a treat together
by garyteehee on October 12, 2010
Pros: Nice clear and very loud audio on my side and the other end of the call.
Never dropped the connection to the phone.
Voice control worked really well.
Bing integration adds extra dimension I had not tried.Cons: Lots of commands but this was not so bad with the what can i say helper.
This could also be a good if you like a lot of options.Summary: The Q2 did not have any of the issues I had on my jawbone or plantronics.
I was pleasantly suprised how well this headset performed.
Setup was easy and rock ...Summary: The Q2 did not have any of the issues I had on my jawbone or plantronics.
I was pleasantly suprised how well this headset performed.
Setup was easy and rock solid.
Music playback was crips with good bass.
The is the best headset I have used so far and I have tried a few.
I read a lot of forum posts about the iphone4 and the bluetooth issues but had none of these on the q2. The icon and vp sounded muffled or like i was in a tunnel all the time.
Very happy with the q2 so far.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Tried everything, this one actually works well
by aluckeyrick on September 22, 2010
Pros: It actually works!!! I drive a convertible bmw and can hear clearly at 70 and the other party can hear me. The mic end of the earpiece needs to be touching your face or it will pick up too much wind noise. I tried Jawbone Icon,Prime,Plantronics Pro..
Cons: Expensive and only available from ATT or Blueant. Advertised on the net for less but if they can actually provide it can you return it if you don't like it?
Summary: The announcement of who is calling is cool and it is almost as comfortable as the Plantronics pro but not that secure. Listening to music from your phone actually works ...
Summary: The announcement of who is calling is cool and it is almost as comfortable as the Plantronics pro but not that secure. Listening to music from your phone actually works but really burns battery time. I could never get other units that advertised this feature to work. Another friend with a convertible bought one after trying mine. The ear loop did not work for either of us, it forced the mic away from the face which really degrades the audio to the other party. This is the best as of 9/2010!!!!
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Amazing Bluetooth. None Better
by ghodzilla5150 on August 12, 2010
Pros: 1. Amazing Sound Quality!!!
2. Fits extremely well in ear.
3. Quality Build
4. I LOVE hearing my e-mails and texts thru this unit.
5. Music sounds great.
6. Sounds better than my EVO's built in phone speaker.Cons: 1. Pricey, but you ALWAYS get what you pay for.
Summary: Awesome BT headset. I have the Q1 and the Q2 blows it out the water as far as sound quality goes. I am very impressed with the Q2. I use ...
Summary: Awesome BT headset. I have the Q1 and the Q2 blows it out the water as far as sound quality goes. I am very impressed with the Q2. I use it on the EVO 4G and it works flawlessly. I downloaded Vling from the Android Marketplace and can now hear my e-mails and text msgs thru the Q2. I can also use voice to text with the Q2. Music sounds amazing thru the Q2. It also has the same wind armor as the T1. Yes, it's expensive but worth every penny. Kudos to Blueant for a wonderful device.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great sound and voice, won't announce names
by mawill22 on August 12, 2010
Pros: Sounds quality of calls and music is very high
People report that the sound of my voice is very clear in many different settings
Love the voice commands, very easy to use completely hands freeCons: Only con is that I cannot get it to announce the names of my callers when paired to Droidx. It says that it successfully completed the phone book transfer, but no luck. Still says phone number. Customer support was unable to fix.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Blueant Wireless
- Part number: Q2
- Description: With rich audio, unsurpassed call clarity and industry best wind noise reduction the BlueAnt Q2 is the best sounding Bluetooth headset ever built. This smart Bluetooth headset comes packed with more advanced features than any other headset on the market today. The Q2 includes a comprehensive voice recognition command set, text to speech technology that announces the names of incoming callers, voice access to a world of information and incoming SMS readout.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Headset - Bluetooth
- Recommended Use Cellular phone
- Additional Features Voice Control,
Echo cancellation,
Audio auto gain control,
Voice caller ID,
Multipoint technology,
Wind Armour Technology,
Voice dialing,
Upgradeable firmware Headphones
- Headphones Type Headset - Monaural
- Headphones Form Factor In-ear - Over-the-ear mount
- Connectivity Technology Wireless - Bluetooth
- Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
- Sound Output Mode Mono
- In-Cord Volume Control Included
Microphone
- Type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included USB charging cable
- Included Accessories Earhook,
USB cable,
Soft case,
Ear tips kit Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Battery Headset battery - Rechargeable
- Run Time (Up To) 5 hour(s)
- Standby Time 100 hour(s)
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 2 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 2 years
Manufacturer info
- Manufacturer profile
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- Manufacturer:Blueant Wireless
- Address:
245 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria
