ALTEC LANSING Behind the Neck Bluetooth Stereo Headset (BackBeat 903)

Pros: Lightweight; Thin, pliable connective cord behind the neck; Comfortable in-the-ear style; Adjustable for proper fit around ear; Great sound quality; Usability with music player functions (e.g. pause, volume up/down, skip forward/reverse track); No issues with any controls; Superior microphone located without boom from ear; Easy sync; Bass boost (which isn't necessary as the speakers provide enough clarity of bass without the extra "boost"); Acceptable range - 4.5 metres through 2 inside walls with no lack of reception; Proper stereo sound; "OpenMic" option which pauses music and amplifies surroundings; Simplistic controls in easy-access locations; Quality noise cancellation whilst on a call; Get wireless stereo instead of a floppy cord -- worth it!

Cons: "OpenMic" isn't as impressive as I thought...the mic cancels background noises during calls much better than it amplifies using OpenMic; Bass boost becomes too "bassy" unless you prefer not to hear music over the "bump"; The 903 doesn't include the non-BT adapter, but honestly, who doesn't have BT on everything nowadays?

Overall Review: Numerous people stated they had an issue with the volume, track skip, pause, etc not working properly with their phone...I didn't experience any of these issues. Pause actually "pauses" music on the phone instead of just muting as some users reported; There seem to have been issues with the iPhone compatibility, but the issue is not with this headset...it is the phone -- update your electronics! Again, mine works flawlessly. I thought the lack of a boom mic would limit clarity while on a call -- it didn't! Even though I'd never use this in my motorcar (want to hear the road/traffic/etc), it's bril on the daily pedal bike ride, or doing housework and don't want to wake up the neighbours. Other brands have a stiffer round-the-neck piece, but the thin cord on this BackBeat is tops compared to the others. Definitely worth the coin.

Pros: Pretty good sound quality, not at all a disappointment for the price. Definitely better than the standard ipod phones. Very comfortable, the most comfortable i've ever owned. The bluetooth connection works flawlessly with my 2nd gen itouch.

Cons: A bit difficult to get on the first time, but easy to get used to.

Overall Review: I am not an audiophile, but in my opinion the sound quality is nothign short of amazing. The track change buttons don't work for itouch/iphone because of limitations placed by apple.

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Overall Review: correction on the last comment (which i wrote). the distance problem was solved when i paired the headset with an iphone opposed to a black berry much better range and havent had any problems when paired with the iphone

Pros: Small, cool looking, great sound, great calls, great battery life

Cons: Dont really like the combination of the volume and the track skip button. It just seems lazy to combine them when you can just put them on both sides. You have to hold the button to skip a track, and if i accidentially come across my backstreet boys collection, i will be doing alot of skipping, which will take longer cause i am holding the button. This hasnt bothered me yet, but what if i need to fight vampires or something? Not very safe, and thats whats important, right?

Overall Review: I have been through a few bt headphones over the years, i first used the S9, and, though they looked cool, I returned those after minutes. They were just not functional, pathetic. Then i got the Moto HT80's And they still are pretty awesome. They have great battery life and the music is alright even if the volume isnt particularly loud. But they were big, clunky and hurt your ears after about 20 mins of wearing. But these backbeasts are like the evolutionary mating of the other two head sets. Like Blade, all of the strengths, none of the weaknesses. They are small/comfortable, loud and quality mic. And there is no suffer in battery. I looked at alot of these things to this day, wonder why these are not touted and the end all in bluetooth headphonery

Pros: Crystal clear, pairs flawlessly, plays music and takes calls like a regular bluetooth, amazing! -Works on iPhone 3GS Also! (Running 3.1.2 on AT&T)

Cons: Only one little flaw, the minimum volume is still kind of loud at times. It's not like most volume controllers where you can turn it down to silent or near it, but you can't with this. Also, you must use the volume dial on the bluetooth when using the iPhone, you cannot use the side volume buttons.

Overall Review: Other than above, it's a great product. Got it for what I think is a bargain (54.99). Highly recommended!

Pros: very comfortable, beats the cheaper Motorola version which I lost under some car tires. easy to sync up. controls are much better placed. voice up/down does not take any guessing. good value. hope i won't lose it under another car tire again.

Cons: few times I could hear dial-out tone, but can't hear the music player of my g1 android phone. fix was reboot to the phone. low battery after 4-5 hrs of continuous use. static voice transmitted even though reception was fine.

Pros: Very good sound quality. Hooked up to my iPod Touch 3.0 with no problems whatsoever. Range is excellent. I left my iPod in my computer room and walked to the other side of my living room before it started cutting out, a distance that was easily 30 feet (the advertised range).

Cons: Like another user said, the headphones have the capability to advance tracks, but the iPhone (or in my case iPod) software doesn't allow it.

Pros: great fit, adjustable earphones, excellent sound... bass boost isnt even needed. very small and compact ran for 3 miles and didnt even feel them on.

Cons: not so good with distance especially if there are walls in the way (started cutting out under 15 ft. also it suprisingly kept cutting out when placed in my pocket during my run but when put on my waist or my arm it worked flawlessly. there is an opening were the volume controls are hope sweat doesnt leak in.

Overall Review: the volume rocker is a concern because it is a moving part which controls the volume and track skip. if the little knob ever breaks i probably wont be able to do much with it. guess i will have to be careful. it seems like a better fit and quality when compared to the Motorola S9 (not the HD version). i was able to lay down and use them unlike the s9's which get in the way and restrict head movement. overall its a great product one of the best i have used and seen ( i own 3 different brands) just keep the device close to you and you should have no problems.