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Manufacturer: Plantronics, Inc. Part number: 8250008
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- Bottom Line:
- The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ certainly has more features than its predecessor, but the rest of the design suffers from the same problems.
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CNET editors' review
Plantronics BackBeat 903+ Headset price range: $44.88 - $54.99
- Reviewed by: Nicole Lee
- Reviewed on: 02/16/2011
The good: The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ offers decent music playback quality and a design that is best suited for workouts. Improved features include voice alerts and a battery meter on the iPhone.
The bad: The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ has a behind-the-neck design that may not suit everyone. We also experienced subpar call quality.
The bottom line: The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ certainly has more features than its predecessor, but the rest of the design suffers from the same problems.
User reviews
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Excellent for music playback, works great with iphone 4
by GinRummys on September 17, 2011
Pros: Having tried multiple bt headsets of all styles this is the absolute best so far. It is very comfortable to wear and stays in even my goofy shaped ears. The sound quality is easily as good as my Sennheiser HD435 muff type headphones. I have had no trouble
Cons: I paid $99.99 in Edmonton, Alberta. Our dolllar has been on par with the American for over a year now, why are we still paying double for everything? Free trade my ass.
This is my only con. All the others I have seen here are simply either not true or theSummary: In closing, this is a near perfect unit. I used to view Plantronics products as mid to lower range in quality and price but this has obliterated that in my ...
Summary: In closing, this is a near perfect unit. I used to view Plantronics products as mid to lower range in quality and price but this has obliterated that in my mind. They have gone way beyond the quality and usability of all other competitors. They don't block out ambient sounds as they advertise, which is a huge plus as far as I'm concerned. I wear them while driving and at work and need to be able to hear my surroundings for safety reasons and this product is perfect for that. If you want to block out the outside world buy some painful ear buds and deafen yourself.
My text in the cons has been mysteriously chopped. What I had fully written was; This is my only con. All the others I have seen here are simply either not true or the limitations of Bluetooth technology or the phone you have paired with. They work just fine while you are moving around within the 30' range of BT. If your voice sounds tinny blame your phone or the receiving one, the headset mic works great.
Updated on Sep 17, 2011
I am unhappy with the price differences within North America and yet I believe I paid a fair price for what I got. I paid the same for a motorola single ear clip-on style that absolutely sucked as well as a motorola sun visor clip-on that was garbage as well. Bravo Plantronics.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Almost useless, it moves too much.
by kenilchattiero on May 4, 2013
Pros: Wireless, (not even too much) compact
Micro usb to chargeCons: Won't stay in place (when you wear it and when you don't wear it)
Buds easily unsealSummary: I switched to Plantronics backbeat go which are much better. At least I don't lose them during walking
Summary: I switched to Plantronics backbeat go which are much better. At least I don't lose them during walking
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Fantastic device.!
by mag1119 on April 29, 2013
Pros: Sound quality, ease of use, adjustable fit, sturdiness and durability, cool design. Very affordable.
Cons: Needs to be refit with virtually every usage, but this is no big thing.
Summary: Excellent unit, worth every penny. In the new configuration, affordable and a bargain for the features included.
Summary: Excellent unit, worth every penny. In the new configuration, affordable and a bargain for the features included.
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Great headset! Have had a lot of good use
by tlking4 on March 12, 2013
Pros: Paired easily with my phone, ps3, and laptop. All of the controls work well. I have had this headset for over 6 months, and used it heavily. Taken it running and kept it in my pocket; hasn't broken. Long (7 hour) battery life. Good microphone
Cons: After about 2 hours of straight use, sometimes it will feel slightly uncomfortable. The sound quality is good, but nothing amazing or exceptional.
Summary: I would recommend this headset to anyone looking for a high convenient device that functions both as wireless headphones and a hands-free headset, for phone or for gaming. It certainly ...
Summary: I would recommend this headset to anyone looking for a high convenient device that functions both as wireless headphones and a hands-free headset, for phone or for gaming. It certainly is durable, and the 7 hour battery life makes the deal. Not the best sound quality, but if that isn't the top priority, this device will work very well!
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Decent sound, but a total pain to fit to your ears.
by tnblkbear on October 31, 2012
Pros: The sound is good, the construction is good quality and they don't feel flimsy. Good battery life and easy to charge; some cell phone chargers will work, so one less cable to carry.
Cons: Very hard to fit to your ears. They include different size earpieces, but it's hard to get a good fit. And once you do, you have to start all over if you have to take them off. And if you wear glasses, forget it.
Summary: Decent price, good sound, but not worth it in the long run because of the hard fit.
Summary: Decent price, good sound, but not worth it in the long run because of the hard fit.
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Excellent headset!
by NearlyMad on December 29, 2011
Pros: Very good sound (not excellent). Easy and convenient controls. The voice messages for remaining listening time and battery are great. Very comfortable and not heavy. Love the earpiece. Works flawlessly with iPhone. Really like the long battery life.
Cons: The music occasionally has 'skips'.
Summary: Definitely worth the price. Love the headset.
Summary: Definitely worth the price. Love the headset.
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Great quality and value for money
by padmchugh on December 26, 2011
Pros: Works perfectly with my iPad, iPhone 4s and Laptop, great sound quality
Cons: Would prefer ear buds but that just my preference
Summary: Best accessory I have bought for my apple devices, would recommend to anyone
Summary: Best accessory I have bought for my apple devices, would recommend to anyone
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Great BT Headset
by jaymal1 on July 15, 2011
Pros: Good sound quality for BT, amazing battery life.
Cons: Can drop out if phone not in your left pocket.
Summary: Worked amazing for me at ISU and thats a fairly wide open campus.
Summary: Worked amazing for me at ISU and thats a fairly wide open campus.
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Great sound quality, very discrete & comfortable.
by Willie Snyder on June 3, 2011
Pros: Sound quality
Comfort
Doesn't make you look like a dweeb
Improved talk capabilities (over the 903)Cons: Battery life could be better
These are a little heavier than the old 903
Controls not quite as intuitive as the old 903Summary: All in all, these are the best bluetooth headphones on the market for listening to music or books. I have these plugged into my head at least 5 hours a ...
Summary: All in all, these are the best bluetooth headphones on the market for listening to music or books. I have these plugged into my head at least 5 hours a day listening to music or books through my Droid while I'm at work. The sound is clear as a bell, the battery lasts about 7 hours (of constant playback...days and days on standby).
I have an old pair of 903s as a backup, and this version is a step forward from those (especially if you want to actually talk to people using the microphone...the 903+ is much improved in those regards). These seem better constructed, but weigh a bit more as a tradeoff (my old pair made it through a washing and drying cycle though, and still works like a charm).
I've had other headsets that hang off your ears like something you'd use to contact aliens, and the 903s are barely visible if you have longer hair like mine.
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Awsome stereo bluetooth
by efromks on May 28, 2011
Pros: I can answer calls, I can listen to music and I can talk with my friends, just awsome
Cons: I can lose the conection easy if I go to the streets sometimes even with my cellphone neart but it connects fast though, I have to fix them to fit my ears everytime
Summary: If you love to listen to music and talk on the phone, this is a perfect bluetooth
Summary: If you love to listen to music and talk on the phone, this is a perfect bluetooth
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Plantronics, Inc.
- Part number: 8250008
- Description: The Plantronics Backbeat 903+ is great for workouts, commutes, or just chilling out at home. Immerse yourself in rich audio streamed from your iPhone, smartphone or Bluetooth-enabled MP3 player. There's even an iPhone battery meter. Wherever you enjoy listening to your music, never miss a beat or a call with easy-touch button controls. The voice alerts also let you know the status on battery, music track forward and back, mute, out of range and more. With three levels of size adjustment you can find a perfect comfortable fit for whatever you're doing, and the ruggedized, flexible design lets you toss it in a gym bag or stow it in the handy carry pouch.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Headset
- Weight 0.07 lbs
- Recommended Use Cellular phone,
Portable audio system - Additional Features AudioIQ,
Dual microphones,
Noise canceling circuit,
Bass Boost Headphones
- Headphones Type Headset - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor In-ear - Behind-the-neck mount
- Connectivity Technology Wireless
- Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Headphones Ear Pads Included
Microphone
- Type Built-in
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type Bluetooth
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories 3 ear tips,
Headphones earpads Power
- Power Device None
- Battery Headset battery - Rechargeable
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Plantronics, Inc.
- Address:
345 Encinal Street
Santa Cruz, California 95060 - Phone: 1-831-426-5858
- Fax: 831-426-6098
