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Manufacturer: Plantronics, Inc. Part number: 66209-01
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- Bottom Line:
- The Plantronics M2500 is a simple, straightforward headset with good sound quality.
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CNET editors' review
Plantronics M2500 Bluetooth Headset price range: $74.46
- Reviewed by: Dan Costa
- Edited by: Kent German
- Reviewed on: 05/31/2005
The good: Comfortable fit; attractive design; decent sound quality.
The bad: Hard-to-press buttons; somewhat loose on the ear.
The bottom line: The Plantronics M2500 is a simple, straightforward headset with good sound quality.
User reviews
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Awful range and full of static.
by Bryan954 on July 7, 2005
Pros: Good for a paper weight only.
Cons: Aside from a paper weight, everything is a con.
Summary: Perhaps I am bias; however, this device does not work at all with the Treo 650. Awful sound and unless I held the phone next to my ear, which defeats ...
Summary: Perhaps I am bias; however, this device does not work at all with the Treo 650. Awful sound and unless I held the phone next to my ear, which defeats the entire purpose of blue tooth, it was full of static.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Decent for the Price
by mmitsuda on July 1, 2005
Pros: Inexpensive and quick set-up
Cons: non-replaceable battery should the battery fail
Summary: Ok, I bought this in conjunction with my Treo 650 (see my profile to read my review on that) and I would recommend folks buy something else if you are ...
Summary: Ok, I bought this in conjunction with my Treo 650 (see my profile to read my review on that) and I would recommend folks buy something else if you are using a Treo.
I get too much static to use for day-to-day use and that’s with the headset less then 3 feet from the device. There is no distance issue, it’s a product issue.
Since I have not purchased another Bluetooth Headset, I won’t know for sure if it’s the Treo or the Headset causing the static. Until then, stay away from the 2500 if you are using a Treo.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Doesn't fit comfortably and super short battery life
by giffmorse on June 4, 2005
Pros: Looks cool
Cons: Bluetooth signal range is super short and battery dies quick
Summary: Well I'm using a Sony Ericsson (Bluetooth enabled) T616, so I don't know how much to blame on the phone, but it does "recognize" the M2500 by name. ...
Summary: Well I'm using a Sony Ericsson (Bluetooth enabled) T616, so I don't know how much to blame on the phone, but it does "recognize" the M2500 by name. However, I can only get 25 minutes of time on the headset battery. I have tried "reinitializing" it with the phone, I traded it in for another of the same model thinking the first one was defective, and I tried turning the volume down as low as possible to save the battery. Nothing has worked. Also, I am lucky if I can walk more than 6 feet away from my phone--far less than the "up to 30 feet" claimed in the literature. If I have the phone in my belt holster or pocket, there is some effect on the sound quality--a distortion like the sound of wind blowing accross a microphone. Also, the rubber ear insertion pops off too easily. Don't try to keep the headset in your pocket for when you need it to drive--you will be fishing around for the ear bud after pulling out the headset. Finally, although the device is well balanced and the concept of hiding the battery portion behind the ear is smart--I have trouble having it fit on snuggly--my own ear thingy gets in the way (and I think my ears are average). Oh and I almost forgot--turning the device on means pushing a recessed rubbery wheel straight down, and holding it for 2 seconds. Don't let your fingernail slightly spin the wheel, or it won't turn on. What a pity if some motorist ends up in a bloody car crash in the attempt to turn on their M2500 hands free device -- made to help avoid bloody car crashes. I wish I could say something more positive about the M2500--I'm not usually this negative about a product. Sorry, buy a different brand or model.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Nice design
by viachipset on August 29, 2007
Pros: Modern design, nice look
Cons: Noise, noise and noise
Summary: Even if I hold the phone on my hand the M2500 still having static noise. Don't be cheap like me and go for a more expensive one with good ...
Summary: Even if I hold the phone on my hand the M2500 still having static noise. Don't be cheap like me and go for a more expensive one with good signal range.
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Very good headset
by hazzard1 on February 20, 2007
Pros: comfortable; great sound on the receiving end; affordable; good battery life
Cons: could have a noise canceling microphone
Summary: What most people here seem to ignore is that the earpiece is the slave device that gets commands from the master (the cell phone). A cell phone with a poor ...
Summary: What most people here seem to ignore is that the earpiece is the slave device that gets commands from the master (the cell phone). A cell phone with a poor Bluetooth adapter will affect the sound quality on the headset. Keep buying crappy Treo cell phones and suffering. I have no problems using this headset with my Nokia 3250. Having in mind it's a discontinued model from Plantronics that was launched to the market 3 years ago, I can say it competes with the most modern headsets you can find in today's market.
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bad fit, but great connection!
by valleygifts on August 21, 2006
Pros: sound quality, connection excellent
Cons: terrible fit on ear, hard to stay in place
Summary: This headset is a perfect example of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The headset has great sound and connection, but the fit is terrible! I have a hard time with ...
Summary: This headset is a perfect example of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The headset has great sound and connection, but the fit is terrible! I have a hard time with it sitting on my ear for any length of time. Against this, the sound is good, it always picks up, and the standby time is good.
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connection problems
by the_shawn76 on August 5, 2006
Pros: no static, good sound, good volume
Cons: doesn't connect well
Summary: Great headset, when it will connct to my nokia 6682, but it seems short lived, after 12 hours it just won't connect. The red light indicating the battery life ...
Summary: Great headset, when it will connct to my nokia 6682, but it seems short lived, after 12 hours it just won't connect. The red light indicating the battery life is low has yet to come on, and yet no connection. It seemed it will only connect on a full battery.
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Earcup will NOT stay on
by mjhawkins2346 on July 1, 2006
Pros: Comfortable behind the ear
Cons: Earcup clumbsy, easily falls off headset, not comfortable in smaller ears
Summary: Did I mention the earcup falls off easily!!
After searching for the earcup for the 10th time under the car seat, under the car, in pockets, etc -- I lost ...Summary: Did I mention the earcup falls off easily!!
After searching for the earcup for the 10th time under the car seat, under the car, in pockets, etc -- I lost all interest in this poorly designed product. I even tried putting a drop of superglue on it -- nothing worked.
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Poor initial quality and then it broke completely
by skippyatuw on June 30, 2006
Pros: Well, it worked for a while....
Cons: Broke within two weeks
Summary: Ear piece stopped functioning within two weeks. I have no idea how this thing got a 7.3 by cnet, it's a POS in my mind.
Summary: Ear piece stopped functioning within two weeks. I have no idea how this thing got a 7.3 by cnet, it's a POS in my mind.
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Not worth the frustration
by rockdawg21 on June 30, 2006
Pros: Fits nicely into the ear
Cons: Constant disconnection
Summary: Bluetooth is supposed to have a range of 30 feet, well you are lucky to get 15 out of this, or to even stay connected. This is the 2nd time ...
Summary: Bluetooth is supposed to have a range of 30 feet, well you are lucky to get 15 out of this, or to even stay connected. This is the 2nd time I have used this earpiece (lost the previous one) and neither of them worked well. 0/2 worked well. I do not recommend this earpiece.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Plantronics, Inc.
- Part number: 66209-01
- Description: The M2500 Bluetooth headset brings the benefits of wireless freedom in a function rich, fashionable design. Fashionably styled, the M2500 brings quality wireless communication to all Bluetooth mobile phone users. With up to 5 hours of talk time and up to 120 hours of standby time you can make or receive calls with complete freedom. Designed for comfort, the M2500 delivers a perfectly balanced wearing style that can be discreetly worn all day long. Also featuring the SoundGuide earpieces that seal and fit to your ear, the quality of the heard conversation is enhanced. Feature rich, the intuitive call control button gives you the freedom to answer and end calls with one touch, call the last number dialed, reject an incoming call and access the voice dialing function of compatible mobile phones. The omni-directional microphone ensures you can be heard clearly and comfortably.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Headset - Bluetooth
- Weight 0.8 oz
- Recommended Use PDA,
Cellular phone,
PC multimedia - Additional Features Volume control,
Answer/end button,
Mute button Headphones
- Headphones Type Headset - Monaural
- Headphones Form Factor Over-the-ear mount
- Connectivity Technology Wireless - Bluetooth
- Sound Output Mode Mono
Microphone
- Type Boom
- Audio Input Details Omni-directional
Remote Control
- Type None
Wireless Link
- Transmission Range 30 ft
Power
- Power Device Battery charger - External
- Battery Headset battery - Rechargeable - Nickel metal hydride
- Run Time (Up To) 5 hour(s)
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
