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I wear this daily...
Don't let the picture fool you, this headset does not have an weird space age antenna. It is actually a really cool device to keep the headset in your ear without having the big bulky over the ear rubber piece that is supposedly one size fits all. The AX2's funny looking earpiece is ajustable and can be cut to fit almost any ear. As far as the quality, are their better headsets out there... Yes, but are there better headsets out there for the money, I don't think so. I put a strong buy on this BT headset. | 3 |
Excellent headset but you should baby the battery.
After having owned 3 different headsets I can safely say this has been the best for me. Sound quality is excellent and it is the only one I can effectively use in the car on the highway, others are just not loud enough. A tip I would offer is to not leave it in your car, the cold weather killed the battery and not I am left with a, very light, paper weight. Replacement batteries are $20. | 3 |
Worth about what you pay
Pros:Pairing was easy. The thing does work, and is usable as an entry-level Bluetooth headset. Loved the mechanism by which it fits in your ear; that's very comfortable and secure at the same time.Cons:You pretty much get what you pay for. It looks nice, but it feels flimsy. When you plug the charger in, it feels like it doesn't fit, or you're putting it in wrong. That isn't a big problem, but it feels like a symptom of a cheaply made product.The performance of the AX2 I received was such that I thought it was defective and I sent it back for an exchange. It seemed like the connection between the headset and the phone was almost always plagued with bad static, the connection was dropped quite often, and people I spoke to while using the headset often complained that they could barely hear me.However, the replacement unit Amazon sent me (kudos to their return process and customer service, by the way) behaved exactly the same way, which tells me that this is just how this model is.In the end, I returned it and bought the just-released Plantronics Discovery 665, with AudioIQ (Amazon sells this, too, but I bought mine from Sprint). The difference is night and day. Of course, the Plantronics also costs several times as much, so it had darn well better perform.Overall, I'd say the AX2 is an okay deal if you buy it at Amazon's discounted price (do not go pay retail for this thing, it isn't nearly worth it and there are dozens of better models at the same price point), and you're only a casual user of the thing. I mean, for the most part it *does* work - just not particularly well. | 1 |
cool headset!
I have had NO problems hearing or being heard with the Bluespoon. I love that it is so small and not very noticable. I also wear glasses quite a bit so I like that it doesn't go over the outside of the ear like a lot of them do. But probably the best thing about this little gadget was the price! $20 after rebate! can't beat that anywhere. If you have trouble with the rubber piece (that looks like an antena) that holds in your ear, just be patient and adjust it different angles until it's comfortable. I'm so used to it now, I hardly notice it and it doesn't bother me at all. Everyone that sees mine wants one! | 4 |
signal not very good
i ended up not using it that often. great in the car, and near distance.however, compare to the cell phone signal, it has some low level noise.you can still continue the conversation, however... | 3 |
AX2 Bluetooth headset
I got this headset at a real low price. reception is good as long as you are carrying phone in your pocket or it is closeby. very light weight and once you get accoustomed to wearing it, it is easy to fit in the ear. | 2 |
Inexpensive, outperforms most others
This little dandy was quite a suprize in ease of use and performance.Pros:Very light. It doesn't have a AAA battery, but a coin one. This makes it extremely light, so it does not become irritating to the ear over time. Controls are easy to use. Because it does not hook over the outside of the ear, you can actually forget you have it on. I can still hear outside noises with it on, so I can conentrate on driving. Reception is very clear. It's smaller size keeps you from looking like one of those 'Star Trek Borg' people I see so many of out there. This was one of the cheapest Bluetooth headsets out there so I was worried about real-world quality, but this out performs many headsets approaching $100+.Cons:That little pointy thing coming out of the top, I originally thought was an antenna. It isn't. It's a soft rubber flexible fitting for inside the ear, and the long part actually curves around the inside fold of the ear and allows the unit to stay in place in your ear without the need to have a hook around the outside of the ear. At first I was dissapointed, but once I figured out it's intent, I was amazed at the ingenuity of it. Now its the best unit I have seen. Buy it. It's worth it. | 4 |
The better bluetooth
I like it, it's so small, just what I needed and the battery last enough. | 4 |
Good product for the price you pay
Let's start with the product's biggest advantage: for $37 (shipping & taxes), you've got a bona fide bluetooth headset. For those of you who wear glasses (like me) you'll appreciate how this fits into your ear and doesn't battle with your glasses for the space above your ear. It didn't seem stable at first, but when I went for a jog, it stayed in there nice and snug.On the downside, it picks up most of the ambient noise from your surroundings, so conversations outside, doing any activity, or in a mildly noisy room will be difficult, at best. If you're just looking to stay legal while driving; however, this is a good option. Just make sure to turn off your radio, first.Bottom line: if you're a serious techie, looking for a bluetooth that will allow you to place calls while under water (and yes, they do make a model that boasts that), this isn't for you. If you're looking to see what the bluetooth is all about and aren't planning on using it extensively, this is a great bargain. | 3 |
thought I would like it more
It's ok....just wasn't crazy about having to fiddle with the ear thingy. Seems kind of flimsy also. Not bad. I'm using the LG earphone now. | 3 |
It's light and it works
The sound is fairly good (it's still an earpiece) and it holds a charge for a reasonable amount of time. I typically leave it in my car and recharge only every couple of days. | 3 |
Bluespoon, ehh works for me...I guess
Okay, this is the first and only bluetooth I bought/own - and I'm yes amazed at how small it is and how it's still able to be so clear. I use it for me ps3, not cell phone and it works great. The RED FLAG that I give on this piece, is that it hurts my ear - my ear gets sore after just a little while. I've cut the tail short, shorter and shorter, no help. Anyhow, I'm sure that's different for everyone as nobody has the same ear shape. All in all, besides a little red ear, I'm happy with it lol.-Govna- | 2 |
Love this headset.
I like this much better than the Motorola one I had previously. Easy to operate, great sound. It's small, which I love, but I left the first one at the Drs. | 4 |
I love it so much I've bought two.
I paid [a dollar amount over twice what Amazon's charging, but that they'll delete if I put it here] for one at [a store the name of which Amazon will delete, but if you had a battery club card when you were a kid like I did, you've been there] when they were pretty much the only place to get one. Over the years I've tried headsets from AT&T;, Body Glove, Hello Direct, Jabra, and Plantronics, and I find the Bluespoon's soft spring to be the most secure and most comfortable method of fitting a headset to my ear (for that matter, Jabra headsets won't stay in my ear for more than seconds at a time, and Plantronics makes the most hideously uncomfortable earpieces on Earth).The soft spring does take a bit of getting used to, but that's true of anything that goes in your ear (and also somewhat true of the over-the-ear headsets as well). A good rule of thumb is to wear it for no more than half an hour the first day, and gradually increase the amount of time you wear it each day. It weighs so little that you really don't notice it after you've acclimated to having it IN your ear, not just ON it.Once you've learned how to insert it, the process is quick and one-handed. I don't have any issues with inadvertent button presses (thumb behind the bottom button, middle finger at the tip, and index finger popping the spring into the curve of my ear). And once you've inserted it properly, it's plenty loud. I have to assume that people who say it isn't loud enough just haven't figured out how to insert it.I had trouble with it disconnecting repeatedly from my phone even though it had a full charge, and it turned out that the Bluetooth connection in the phone had actually gone bad. The headset connected just fine to my computer, and the computer couldn't maintain a connection to the phone either. Once I got the phone replaced that problem went away. So if you have connection problems, test the headset with another phone before you throw it away in disgust. It might just be your phone.I bought a second one from Amazon because one of the buttons on my first one didn't survive the impact with the ground after the headset was knocked out of my ear -- I could turn the volume up, but not down. I've repaired that with my trusty soldering iron so now I have two that work. I've also bought one as a gift and recommended it to a friend who's very happy with his.Pluses: extreme battery life; light weight; comfort; Bluetooth 1.2 and handsfree profile support.Minuses: not the highest build quality in the world; replacement springs are nearly impossible to find; if you drop it and the battery is knocked loose, it won't reconnect to your phone until you plug in a power source again; good luck remembering all the button combinations for the handsfree profile.A minus only on paper: no noise reduction. In my experience noise reduction isn't worth the loss of battery power and increase in weight. I'd rather have a lighter headset that goes longer between charges. | 3 |
Great Earpiece - Still Some Issues
This is my second Bluespoon AX2. The first suffered from a problem I later learned as common to the AX2 - refusal of the unit to charge after several weeks use. The AX2 is sensitive to the length of charge and will ultimately refuse to charge at all if it is not fullt run down to a zero charge and then fully charging it. It appears to also have a delicate power connector. If the supplied power charging connector is pushed all the way (without forcing) it can damage the AX2.The AX2 needs to be managed nd treated more carefully than a consumer device should require (beyond reasonable care).My new unit is starting to show signs of chrging problems (as my firt one did. Unfortunately the warranty is only 2 weeks - the shortest warranty period I have ever heard of. | 2 |
Great little headset
I always found the bluespoon to be great if you wear glasses like me and you can stand something in your ear.it stays put through everything.not as loud as i want it but its pretty awsome, especially at amazon prices | 4 |
Pretty good for the money.
After two weeks of use, I'd have to say it's not that bad... Especially for the price! My Bluetooth 1.1 Sanyo Katana can't get more than 4 or 5 feet away but inside that and the clearity is great both in and out. Battery life is longer than my phone so that a plus. I really like the little tail thingy on the ear piece because it does a good job of securing the headset to my ear. I rarely have to turn the volume up all the way on the headset, and I don't have to speak loudly for the other end to hear me. The tiny size is awsome!The bad:The multi function button tends to shift and rattle a bit and every time I move my head and hear it, I think "cheap"The flashing blue LED is too bright in the car at night.Wind noise is a problem with this headset.I wouldn't steer anyone away from this headset who is looking for a low priced unit. Would I buy another one? It's possible. :) | 3 |
Good idea, poor execution
I had this headset for about three weeks before returning it due to frustration. It was electrically defective, so I won't touch on that, but the ergonomics left much to be desired.It's billed as being good for people with glasses due to the little rubber thing that ingeniously tucks inside the curves of your ear. Unfortunately, it was uncomfortable for me, no matter how I trimmed the plastic. It may be comfortable for others, but it is worth noting that I couldn't get it to feel right even after patiently adjusting it for a couple weeks.Another problem is that it is tough to know whether the piece is set correctly in the ear. If it is, the audio is nice and loud. If it isn't, the sound is barely audible. A device that goes in the ear canal is a double-edged sword in this way. I'd put it on and fiddle with the volume buttons and adjusted them using the beeps produced, but when I answered a call, the headset may have shifted slightly, and the headset required more adjustment.The power button is on the front of the unit and sticks out. On top of that, the button requires very little pressure to activate. This makes it very easy to accidentally turn on if you put it in your pocket. This would be fixed if they designed the button "countersunk" into the unit.I think the idea for securing a headset in this way is good, and I really wanted to like it, but I just couldn't. | 1 |
AX2 Bluetooth Headset
I really like this product. It is small and does well even when I have my coat on, which covers my phone up. there are a few troubles in windy outside condidtions, but I had troubles with the wired headset I used to use. The Blue Spoon is awesome and works great as promised. The people I have talked to on it have said they don't have complaints about how I sound using the Blue Spoon. | 4 |
Fair deal
Price: goodSize: very goodRange: fair (some noise when there I'm in another room)Battery life: good | 3 |
Do Not Buy on the base of review
Hard to fit in ear...!!! Echo Problem....Very unsatisfactory | 1 |
Great little headset
I bought this for my girlfriend for X-Mas, and she absolutely loves it. Battery time is great for its size sound quality is on point as well. Only wish it had noise cancelling capability, but overall its great. Definite recommendation. | 3 |
Echo
Had to return this one. It echos back to the the called party. My hearing isn't the best and I needed to run the volume all the way up. If I held it pushed in hard the echo goes away. The manual says to turn the volume down to eliminate echo. Great, but, then I can't hear. Ordering a model with the mike further away from the speaker. | 0 |
Very good product but not durable
I was very happy with the bluespoon AX2 performance and ergonomics but was disappointed with its durability.The AX2 is incredibly small, light, and comfortable to wear. The sound quality is very good and the battery life is the same or better compared with other headsets. The maximum volume is considerably higher than the Motorola HS850 and Scala headsets I've used.This product has two primary shortcomings: Wind noise and durability. I've used several bluetooth headsets and the AX2 is the first one that ever broke from normal use. The charging interface eventually wore-out, and I had to wiggle the AC adapter and keep pressure on it to establish a good connection after only 4 months of use. The buttons also became loose over time and lost some sensitivity, and the battery began to lose its ability to maintain a charge after 4-5 months (although this may have been related to the charging port problems).Outdoors under light winds, listeners often complained that they could hear A LOT of noise. I had considerably more wind noise problems with this head-set than I had with the Moto HS850 and Scala models.I'm tempted to buy another one because it was so small and comfortable... | 3 |
Excellent Headset!
I posted a review earlier saying it didn't charge well. Since then Amazon sent me another one and it works great! I hear the people I'm talking to loud and clear. The people I'm talking to don't even realize I'm using a headset. It fits well in my ear and it charges well. Even the blue tooth synchronization was simple to set up for my razor.I highly recommend this headset! | 4 |
Unnoticeable and light weight
AX2 is very unnoticeable and comfortable when you wear it. It is very fragile. It has slipped out of my ear several times. Once dropped you must put it back on the charge for it to work again. A negative of the product is the rubber piece insert snapping off the back. Once it is gone, there is no way to connect the bluetooth to your ear. It only comes with two rubber pieces and you can not reorder the part. It does come with two chargers which is a plus. However, over charging the battery can cause it not to work. Overall, I like it and it works for me. | 3 |
its excellent
nice , small and good performance with my cellphone samsung t-809 | 4 |
One of the smallest/lightest available.
Great for use indoors or in the car. It could be a little louder outside, but I rarely use it anywhere but in my house/office/car. I've gone through several headsets over the last year; all have performed great and this one is no execption. I paid $35 for this at a brick and morter store. This is a steal for the price here. | 4 |
Quick Tip
When I first got my Bluetooth device I was very happy because it is compact and very useful when driving.After a month I started getting a lot of static and even thought I had my cel on my belt. | 1 |
Average headset
When I first received this I thought that it was cheap feeling and I really didn't like it. I had a blue tooth heavy duty motorolla before, which felt more high quality. I now have grown to like this item. I don't like how you have to turn it on and off all the time. I wish there was an easier way. You have to hold down the button for 3 seconds. Sometimes there is static on the other end. The battery life is okay. Nothing spectacular. Overall I'd give this an average score. | 2 |
Who cares how cheap it is if IT DOESN'T WORK!!!
After reading the reviews on here in December (there were only about 15-20 at that time), I decided that even though this probably wouldn't be the best Bluetooth Headset on the market, it might be the best for the price. It had mostly good reviews at that time.So I bought it. I was so excited! I loved that it didn't have the over-the-ear thing 'cause I hate those things! Well, it seemed good at first - great functions, loved the way it fit with the rubber tail, extremely light.... BUT then I actually started using it - Once I made some adjustments to the rubber ear plug, I could hear people on the other end just fine, but the problem is that they always seemed to complain of getting bad feedback or me sounding like I was in a tunnel. So I always end up taking it off Bluetooth and just using the phone after about 5 minutes 'cause my friends can't stand it.Oh well. I guess the moral to this lesson is this... Bluetooth is still a fairly new technology with a lot of room for improvement, and at this point the only way to get a really great Bluetooth headset is to pay the big bucks ($75+) for one with the latest greatest best technology. If you're like me and you can't afford to do that, then you're probalby best off waiting until the technology improves and prices come down, because, yeah, I got this headset at a great price, but since it's worthless, I'd have been better off spending that money on something I could actually use (like groceries - hehe). | 0 |
Would have given it a Zero
First of all the way it fits in your ear is very badly designed. The small rubber piece that looks like a tail is always poping out of your ear making the headset fall out.Sound quality and range are also inferior quality. I returned the headset for a refund the first week I had it. I now have the Plantronics Voyager 510, it is the best bluetooth headset I have ever owned. | 0 |
Sorry to give it 3 stars because it is so sweet!
I love this thing and my wife loves her's too. Unfortunately, my first one died (replaced under warranty luckily). The units also suffer from occassional echo and really odd static.However, it is really cool and I still love it! Very comfortable to wear and easy to use. Maybe I should be more generous with my stars considering the price and the coolness, but I hate when things break on me even if they are replaced. | 2 |
Good product for the money !!
This is the first and only bluetooth product that I have ever purchased....so I don't have anything to compare to. I would just say that for the money (19.95 + tax) that this product is well worth the money. I have great reception and everone can hear me very well and I can also hear anyone that I'm talking to very well.I have read many other reviews about this product and I don't have any of the problems that everyone else is having. The unit fits snug in my ear and it isn't loose at all. I have had to run yet while wearing it, but, I feel that if I had to that the unit would stay put. I haven't actually measured the distance that I can get from my Sony Eriksen Z525a phone but I feel that 20-30 feet is accurate and still maintain reception.My wife has a Motorola H500 bluetooth product that she uses with a Motorola phone. I feel that my Nextlink AX2 performs just as well and is about $30.00 cheaper in price.I would recommend the Nextlink AX2 highly. | 4 |
ok
you still feel confined to the phone because you can only get about 10ft away from the phone before it starts getting static! | 3 |
Nextlink AX2 Blue Spoon Bluetooth Headset
It is a good headset in terms of clarity (incoming sound). Outgoing voice is a little low (according to some listeners). Battery life is fair. | 3 |
Nextlink AX2 Blue Spoon Bluetooth Headset
Small, Lightweight, Fits in ear, Easy set up, Voice Quality 4 star, Price is right under $30, Simple to use and that makes it 5 star. | 4 |
Great headset
I just received my headset and it synced immediately with my Treo 650. Sound quality was great for the most part, and my caller's could hear me clearly. The small size is great.It was hard to get in my ear the first time, but once I got it in once, it was easy thereafter. Also the signal broke up a bit when I had my phone in my trouser pocket. I think the range is a bit short on the unit, but it wasn't too bad. | 3 |
"You Get What You Pay For"!
I have purchased several bluetooth headsets in my attempt to obtain a good quality sound. I purchased the Nextlink AX2 with the hopes of solving my search. I was not impressed. It was loud enough (as they stated), but with the volume turned up it created an echo for the recipient of the call. It is a ROYAL pain trying to get the thing in your ear while driving. Once in, it was fine. I hung up on several calls while attempting to secure it in my ear.I have put the whole thing back in the package and will try to return (though for the $30 less shipping both ways) it probably isn't worth my time.I have gone to the expensive H700 MotorolaAs they say -"you get what you pay for" | 1 |
Good for size, quality and cost
I am using this headset , sound quality is good enough to use it during drive and talk longer. Light weight and kool. | 4 |
stay away if u sre using T-Mobile MDA / T-Mobile SDA
Poor sound quality when paired with T-Mobile MDA / T-Mobile SDA. | 0 |
Great device
Smooth was the transaction no itches, priced well below market. On time delivery. Excellent | 4 |
waste of money
the earpiece is a waste of money, gave it as a christmas gift, but shouldn't have. It's a toy, very low volume, you cannot hear and cannot be heard!!!Could not return it because I lost the receipt...Total Waste!! | 0 |
too good to be true... almost
this headset kicks! i dont even want to call it a 'headset', cuz it's waay too small for that.it's available online for about 20 US bucks, and it's worth 10 times that, easily.after using a Jabra BT200 with my newy aquired motorola L2, i wanted something smaller, so i found this little nugget. the Jabra worked quite well, mind you, but was a little too big of a gizmo than i wanted to sling up off the top side of my ear.the bluespoon AX2 is unbelieveable. it felt, literally, like it wasn't there. it communicated (bluetoothed) to my phone seamlessly. it communicated to me (thru some beeps and chirps) flawlessly.it took about three days of heavy use to get the 'set comfy in my ear, yet comfy or not it was always very secure and clear, both incoming and outgoing. it sicks in your via one of two (lg or sm)"soft springs" which are just soft rubber thingys that follow the inner contours of your ear.(this thing held on even when my own glasses fell off my head!) (thanks, slayer!)i've read about some charging problems in some other posts, and i hate to report that i'm having some charging problems myself. seems the mini-usb connection is not very solid, maybe due to the fact that the thing is made of lightweight plastic.the only problem i see with this unit is the blinky-blue light. it blinks once every 10 seconds when it's on. it blinks alot more when you're on the line. blinking when you're on the phone is acceptable, even expected, but you should be able to turn it off, so as not to freak out the general public. (not everybody knows what a borg is..)so if you're looking for a cheap, light, comfortable, reliable, geeky, borg-like headset that's worth every penny, get a freakin sweet bluespoon ax2 beeootch! | 3 |
Great Headset !
Use it almost everyday! I have no complaints about the headset, it is very loud and the sound (both ends) is great! I bought it when amazon, had it for $19.99. | 4 |
still looking for my ideal headset
Here's what I like about the headset:1. Extremely lightweight, with secure fit. It's easy to forget you have this on because it is so light. The soft spring easily fits into your ear and secures it. With the hook type headsets, there is some play during side-to-side head movement. This fits snugly in the ear and normal movements do not feel loose or unsecured. You do notice the speaker piece after it's been in your ear for more than a few hours, but it's not painful, just a little sore as there is only one size. I generally don't keep the headset in all day anyway, and only realized it because I had forgotten it was in.2. Incoming sound is very loud. It's in-ear design and fit allows you to hear very well. It's one headset I've used that I actually don't want at full volume.3. Has lots of ways to connect and conference calls. You can control switching from headset to handset from the headset, or connecting more than one call through the buttons.4. The blue talk light turns red when the battery is low, giving you a visual warning.Not so great:1. Lots of static in the bluetooth connection. I have my cellphone on my belt clipped on the left, and use the headset on the right ear. I do tend to notice this more when I am near a wifi source, but not always. I've also noticed it away from wifi signals (like my car). I've had the headset for about a week, and am still trying to figure out why a 3' distance on a 30' BT device would have so much problem with a clear connection.2. While the volume is loud, the sound quality is poor. My Motorola H500 wasn't nearly as loud, so I can't hear well when it's noisy, but the sound quality is much better. The AX2 sounds like midrange frequencies are boosted. While it may make voices easier to hear, it also sounds tinny and unnatural.3. Build quality is very mediocre. It's plastic, and I dropped it from waist level onto the parking lot surface. One of the volume buttons popped off, and the battery compartment was half popped out, as well as the plastic halves loosened. So now I don't have a volume button. I'd heard others say this unit breaks easily, and I can believe it might not have survived a drop from ear level.4. Headset tends to echo, although I don't know if it's worse than other BT sets. My Motorola echoed, but not quite as much as this. I don't notice it, but the person I call will mention it.5. The first day the power on/off tone was clearly audible. I don't know what happened, but after the first day the tone is muted so much I have to listen closely to hear the unit power on or off.I am still on the hunt for my ideal bluetooth set. Will try out the noise cancelling mics or bone conduction technology next because the older mic technology this represents leaves much to be desired. | 2 |
great tiny headset!
i had originally bought the motorola hs820. i was using it with a moto krzr. i don't know if my particular headset was faulty, but the sound quality was horrendous. everything sounded tinny and even synthesized. someone told me that bluetooth just doesn't sound right with a moto phone. i returned that and bought this headset anyway (it's so cheap and amazon returns are very simple, that i decided to give it another go). i was shocked when i saw how small it is (you don't realize just from the pictures). it's incredibly comfortable in my ear, and the sound quality is just as it is from the phone. no difference at all, and people on the other end don't notice i'm using a headset. i recommend buying this over any others. it's definitely worth it! | 4 |
Great! ...for awhile
When I first bought this headset in April 2006, it was amazing. It held up to all the hype, and I love how small it is. Within a month, however, it started having volume issues; nothing major, but when I would answer a call, it would start out on low volume. Easily fixed by increasing the volume on the phone or headset, but it would do this on every call, no matter how high the volume was set for the previous call. Two months ago I also started experiencing the charging issues described by others. When it was charging correctly, it would charge from completely dead to full in 2 hours; however, now it won't charge for more than 30 minutes, and battery life is abysmal. I have to charge it everyday, and even then it doesn't achieve near its original 8 hour talktime. I still give it 3 stars, because when it worked it was an excellent headset, and still is for the approx 2 hours a day I can use it. I'm thinking about trying the new Samsung WEP200, as it's a similar small, in-ear design, which is one of the best features of this headset. | 2 |
Not durable at all...move on to another headset
I had this headset for 3 days. Dropped it from waist level and now it doesn't work. I could have gotten better use out of $30 by purchasing a fairly decent bottle of wine...it would be gone too, but I would have had more enjoyment out of it. This unit is very small, and getting it into the ear is awkward, and is impossible to do without pressing one of the volume up/down buttons, which means you will have to re-adjust. If you have larger hands, like I do, it is a little odd to handle...hence, the greater possibility of it being dropped. The sound was mediocre at best, and everyone I spoke to (in the short 3 days that it did work) said there was an echo on their end. Not recommended. Move on to another. | 0 |
Nice Headset but it hurts your ears
I liked this headset very much. Very robust. The indicator is very bright. I did not like the light. People commented that I looked like a "cyborg" with the blinking "blue" light on my ears. The piece that makes the headset stay on your ear is actually bends inside the ear and it was very painful. | 3 |
AWSOME
I was so impressed i bought 2 and still recommend them to friends and family !!! 10 outa 10 !!! | 4 |
No Complaints...
This BT headset is relatively small and unobtrusive compared to others I've seen. It is easy to use, the sound quality is acceptable and it fit my ear comfortably. After getting it, however, I realized that I really wasn't in love with the whole BT earpiece fad (people walking around, apparently talking to themselves, with a big plastic wart hanging out of their ear) - so I rarely use it. The only real complaint I can muster is that it is somewhat sensitive to wind noise and best used indoors or an enclosed area. If you have abnormal ears - it might not fit as well for you. | 3 |
battery died after 1 month on this replacment headset
Nice and samll but battery died on this replacment headset after 1 month, the first one died after 3 months. The replacment battery is more expensive then the headset inself but I ordered it anyway, the battery was non functioning and now I have 2 junk headsets and one junk battery!!! | 0 |
good voice quality but very fragile
really good voice quality and weightless - but whats the use if it would last only for a week - this thing cracked open in a week of usage and would not work. | 2 |
Great case
This is the second Armour Case I have bought for a Palm PDA; prior to this I had used the Palm brand had cases. Unfortunately, this will probably be the last Armour Case I purchase, not because of the case but because the Palm PDA's are no longer being made. Having said that, I would get it again in a minute if I had a need: it is easy to open but does not open by itself the way the Palm-made hard cases I have used do. It has the right cut-outs in the right places meaning I can plug it into the computer or the power cord while still in the case (unlike the Palm-made hard case, where you have to almost remove the unit to access these slots). Having TWO Palm PDA's stolen in the last year (Note to thieves: these are NOT phones, guys!), I was lucky to still be able to get a Palm replacement as well as another one of these cases. But, I doubt I'll be able to get another Palm PDA if it happens again, which is unfortunate. | 4 |
Good case but bad clip
Perfect metal case protect PDA as expected, but plastic clip was broken after 2 monthes of active usage. | 2 |
Armor
Have a Palm Tx, and travel with it. Needed something to protect it. This certainly does. | 4 |
Great Look, Fit, and Function!
Very nice case with an excellent fit to my Palm TX. The TX is held securely in the case by means of a well-fitting plastic retainer that slides into the TX flip-cover slot. Out of the shipping container, the case clasp was a tiny bit loose but gentle pressure with the case open let me easily adjust the metal clasp to give a tighter fit. Overall, an excellent design. | 3 |
Good Protection
This case is just what I needed. It provides protection for my TX and a convenient memory card storage. It was delivered on time and in very good condition. I recommend this vendor to others needing supplies or accessories. | 3 |
Necessary and useful protection for your Palm TX
I use Palms for more than 8 years and is the second time I buya case, this time for my new Palm TX. It really protects your Palmagainst scratches, falls and pressure on the screen, which couldmake the lifetime of your Palm be short. This case is an armoragainst all the acidents above mentioned. Great buy! | 4 |
As advertised
The case is as advertised, hard black metal. I appreciate having the connectors available so I don't have to open it to sync using the USB cable. No problem opening or closing it. I don't use the belt clip, so I can't comment on that. There is a storage location for one extra SDRAM plug-in. | 3 |
Unhappy
I had this item for two days and the clip snaped off, this was the reason I bought it in ther first place, I still like the case but I just cannot clip it to my belt anymore | 2 |
Great Palm Armor
Simply great!Protective, while still allowing you access to all the Palms feature and charging.No complaints whatsoever. | 4 |
safe palm
I've used this case for over a year now. I carry my palm all the time in my jeans pocket, it goes everywhere with me. I've even dropped it a few times.The catch that holds it closed works well, not hard to open (though with two hands). If I stick too many receipts in the back of the case the catch won't catch.Possible downside? The hinge opens along the long side like a book, so if you use it oriented that way the case kinda gets in the way. If you use it turned the other way (my preference) the case sits nicely in my hand for writing-awesome.Never used the belt clip, I've had terrible luck with those things no matter what they're attached to (phone, ipod, whatever..) | 4 |
Way exceeded expectations.
When I got my new Palm TX, I knew I wanted a hard metal case. I had one for my T3 that was really ugly and had gaping seams that were grossly misaligned. But it protected my Palm from all the drops and abuse I could give it. So after reading the other reviews on this page, I didn't expect much more than protection.The case I got shipped to me is really well made. The seams are tight and straight, the device is held securely, the latch is secure without being inoperable, and access is available open or closed to the stylus, card, headphone jack, power and hotsync jacks. The heft, color and texture are pleasing, at least to me. I don't use the belt clip so I can't comment on its functionality. Although I bought this case as a temporary solution until I could identify something better, I don't know what would make a case better for me than this one. | 4 |
Better than the Palm case by a mile.
One would think that the makers of a PDA would have the accessories for the PDA down pat, but I wasn't impressed with the Palm case I saw in person. This case as so many advantages to the Palm case that it's hard to list, but here's the highlights:*Palm case only comes in silver-ish and looks pretty tacky vs. this case comes in black.*Palm case and many others are not snug with the PDA, so it will rattle (not with this case).*The slip tab inside the case helps keep the PDA secure, so even if the case pops open, the PDA won't go flying.*Very secure latch. (I have a bit of trouble getting the case open, but I have bad nerves in my hands.)*Cutouts for everything (SD card, headphone jack, power button, etc.)*The cutout area for the headphone jack is actually big enough and doesn't impede the jack.*TWO SD card slots on the inside cover.*Soft inside lining.*Doesn't add too much bulk to PDA.About the only drawback I can see with this case is that the belt clip might as well not be included and is a piece of junk, but that seems to be the case with other Palm TX cases and I wasn't planning on using it anyway.Update Feb. 2009: I've had this case for nearly 2.5 years, so I got quite a bit of use out of it. Unfortunately, during a short drop, the peg holding the PDA into the case broke. The case protected the PDA perfectly, and it's still technically useable. The PDA just now doesn't stay in the case when it's open. I haven't found a replacement peg piece, so I'm going to have to buy an entire new hard case to protect my PDA and keep it in the case. I'm weighing the two options. | 4 |
Sturdy Protective Case
I have had this case for about 7 months and I am satisfied with its performance. It is well built and has protected my TX from damage. The Palm fits snugly and the case closes securely. The memory card slots are a nice touch, and the openings allow for access to all ports without opening the case.I can't comment on the sturdiness of the belt clip. I took it off the first day, as I usually carry my Palm in my shirt pocket.Cons: The case is very slippery so I stuck on some 3M non-skid strips to keep it from slipping out of my hand.I also wish the front cover opened and folded over the back, rather than just over 180 degrees.You have to watch the hinge pin, as it has a tendency to work its way out.I consider these to be minor shortcomings and I would recommend this case. | 3 |
Acceptable case
I purchased this case based on the reviews here, and on my own prior bad experience with a Palm case. This case looks neat, has cutouts so you can use all the ports and plugs with the case closed, and has a neoprene lining that fits very nicely. The SD slots have a much nicer design than Palm's. The minus to Boxwave's design is that it does not fold back flat against itself; the cover just flops at 180 and I can see that being a problem. Also, the hinge and clasp are external, taking up more space. The belt clip, which I would never use anyway, looks like an afterthought that would easily snap under any substantial force. | 2 |
Excellent Product
This is my second metal TX case (the other one was a different brand). I did my research before buying it and was accidentally shipped the wrong case. So I got to see what another case was like and I have a much greater appreciation for this one.Let me tell you, this one is excellent. I do not and will not use the belt clip, so I cannot vouch for that portion. Due to the excellent padding and fit, My PDA is very snuggly settled in the case. The case allows access to all of the TX features. It is very sturdy, protective, and adds very little bulk or weight to the PDA. The case will easily open if you are trying to open it, otherwise it stays closed. The case also has four tiny points on the bottom of it that will raise the case off the surface, so that if you are playing music, you can hear it with the speaker side down to the surface. It even has a tiny access hole to the reset button.I highly recommend it if you are scared of ever dropping your PDA or simply just want to protect you delicate, yet fairly expensive piece of equipment. | 4 |
Works Great
This simple matt black case is tough and the TX fits in it snugly. Its well designed to access ports without removing it from the case. I had a leather case for my last palm. It looked a bit more stylish but because it was soft it was always pressing on the command buttons and turning itself on. No such problem with this shell case. The only design improvement I would suggest would be a slightly rubberized exterior like I have on my motorola cell phone. It really helps me to keep from dropping it. The metal case is a bit slippery. I'm happy with it. | 4 |
Happy with the product
I have had the case for a month now and I am very happy with it so far. The case holds my TX nicely. No problems with the belt clip either. Very good product for the price. | 3 |
A few details were lacking, but the best I've seen far...
I purchased this after having a cracked screen on my TX, and paying a bundle for repairs. The little screen cover was on it, and covering the screen. Apparently having the side of the TX pinched caused the screen to get broken even while closed. After I'd sent it off for repairs I immediately went shopping and found this case. Exactly what a paranoid palm owner would want.The case looks pretty nice, though it does add some bulk. That is pretty unavoidable. All the ports are very accessable, and even the speaker is accounted for. I'm pretty happy with the fit. The edges are a little on the sharp side on some corners. It snaps closed nicely, and seems pretty snug. The hinge juts out a bit after closing, and I can see the pin might start to work out over time. The SD cards have to be inserted backwards, such that the metal contacts face you, or it will push out the card holder, which will then make contact with the screen. My final gripe is the most annoying.. as noted by other reviewers, you can only lay the case open, like a book. You cannot fold it back, behind the palm, out of the way.All in all I'm pretty happy, and haven't seen anything better. It looks like it will work well. I just see room for improvement. | 3 |
RUN!!!, RUN FAR AWAY!!!!
I bought the silver version and this product is junk. It is cheaply constructed and broke the instant I attempted to place my palm TX in it. The cheap plastic slide piece that attaches the PDA to the case would break in a stiff breeze. The neoprene lining lifts off in humid weather or whenever it feels like it. The memory card slots are a joke and the shoddy belt clip is the punch line. Without a doubt, the worst online purchase I have ever made. | 0 |
Palm TX Armor case is okay but...
The case is attractive, built like a tank, and the Palm TX fits easily and snugly inside. Though reasonably slim, naturally it does take up more space in your pocket. Since it's hinged like a book, you end up holding it like one- on your lap or a table. You can't leave it in the case if you use an after market cradle to charge/synch your Palm TX. Though the original Palm TX cover is rather skimpy, think of it as a bikini i.e. comfortable & covers the basics. The Armor case might be better for travel and rough environments. | 3 |
Great protective armor case, better than the original case.
I think that it simply does what the manufacturer says it does, which is to protect the Palm, and in my case I've found that it is so. I use my Palm in my pants pockets, and I like the fact that it does not get scratches at all, like the Palm original aluminum case. It does not rattle the Palm because it fits snuggly, unlike the original case. It has a back opening for the tiny speaker, so I think you can hear alarms louder. I've used mine for a month and I haven't have any problem with the plastic hinges that others described. It is somewhat difficult to open, though, that's why I give it 4 stars. You can charge and synch the Palm without open this case, unlike the original one. I do recommend it. | 3 |
so-so
My TX fit well and is well protected, but-The slide-groove holder is made of grossly inadequate thin brittle plastic and it broke off right away, so the TX may fall out.andThe hinge-pin starts to work its way out and I have to push it back in every few days | 1 |
Went through my snowblower.
This story tops them all. I have dropped my Palm TX over and over with the Palm TX case. It's kind of banged up. The belt clip is kind of worn out. The springing thing won't hold it very well any more. The other day I got home from work and it was almost dark so I had to hurry and do some snowblowing. I heard a bump sound and didn't realize my Palm fell off the belt clip. I ran over it with my snowblower and it came out the shoot and hit the wall. I didn't realize it until I dug it out of the snow two days later. The TX was gaping open and the stylus was broken in half. I snapped it closed and the TX still works fine! Just had to get a new stylus. Weird, because my first TX died on me with no bumping around and I got this replacement one under warranty. | 4 |
Design Flaw
Bought two of these and it always breaks in the same place after several months of use, if not sooner. Other reviewers have had the same experience. The problem lies with the plastic slide where you attach your Palm. It is flimsy and not detailed properly re. interface with the metal case itself. It invariably breaks after several openings/closings, if not before. I had a Rhino case before on another Palm and it looks as if I will have to try that or a leather one again. | 1 |
Great case, has slots for media cards but...
I've had this case for close to a year now and had no problems with it up until 2 months ago when I noticed one of the plastic hinges that attaches the Palm to the case snapped off, the remaining intact hinge has held up for about 2 months so far. The clasp has been fine and holds the case firmly shut, great access to all buttons and slots. I would have given it 5 stars but the hinge broke. | 3 |
Difficult to open.
Looks great and very sturdy, unfortunately is not very easy to pry open. If you need to open it constantly during the day, not a smooth process. | 1 |
Solid protection
The Palm fits into the cover securely and perfectly. The cover snaps closed a bit stiffly at first but after a week clicks shut easily and securely. Light slim solid case that takes a dropping well. Front cover has clearance so Palm's screen is not impacted at all. Two slots in front cover hold standard SD cards. Looks like there is enough clearance so cards will not press onto Palm's screen but I haven't tested that. Recessed access to top and bottom connection points on the Palm provide protection without ever having to take the Palm out of the case. It's very functional. | 4 |
Palm TX case
Nice case but hinge is weak, breaks eaisly. I really like the case otherwise. There is open areas for the plug in. It is much better then the palm brand. | 3 |
case closed NOT!
Okay so I guess I didn't read the 1 or 2 reviews that said the case doesn't close shut.It clicks shut then flips open. Anyway I will return what is essentially a pointless product now. Very disappointed.Seems the build quality is inconsistent as most reviews said it shut fine but 1 or 2 did report this problem | 0 |
Worth It
The case design is awesome, but steer clear of the metallic version. It scratches easily. Now I've got the black version and LOVE it. I like how the case protects my entire Palm TX. Not one corner of my TX extends beyond the case so if I ever drop it, it may be jostled, but not totally destroyed. The cut outs give you ample room to work with when turning it off or on and using cords, memory cards, or the stylus. There's even a little cut-out in the back for the speaker. The case latch is solid and doesn't pop open. Inside, there's a soft felt lining and slots for 2 memory cards. I don't use the belt clip, so this case is just fine for me and the price is right too. | 4 |
BROKE MY PALM TX!!!!!!!
Their DEFECTIVE product caused my palm tx to BREAK! I used the armor case and the belt clip that came with it the very day I got the package. My palm fell on the ground! Turns out the screw at the back of the armor case which was attatched to the belt clip was loose. Now my palm is broken. I emailed boxwave and this is the reply I got: "Our liability policy prevents us from providing additional compensation for it. I am sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you."- All they offered was to replace the DEFECTIVE armor case with another one. As if I would ever trust their product again!!! | 0 |
What a joke
I wish I could give this 0 stars. I got this for my Palm TX, but as another reviewer experienced, the damn case wouldn't close!! The screw on the back doesn't seem very stable either. I just sent BoxWave an email complaining about this and demanding all of my money back, including shipping charges. What a crappy product. I think I'm going to try the Rhinoskin one instead. | 0 |
Bulky and heavy
Protection was my intention but I ended up carrying a brick in my pocket! It was easier to just carry the Palm TX without the cover. This was more of obstacle than protection. | 1 |
Excellent case for my PalmTX
I was looking at this case for a long time and now I have it in my hands. It is pretty much what I wanted for a Palm case to be. It is sturdy, has nice padding and fits my Palm just perfect. It might feel slippery a bit as someone admitted before but I don't find it that much. And yes, SD card holder is very handy. Belt clip is bit bulky but serves its purpose when you need it. Otherwise just disconnect it. So in short it is just what I wanted. | 4 |
like
Very sturdy case. I have a little difficulty opening the case without moving the palm pilot upwards. Also not easy to open latch. But the sleek design fits well inside pocket or purse. Opening at bottom is perfect access for charging the device. | 3 |
valuable little protective case
Case is strong and competently does what it is suppose to do, protect the palm. Has a nice memory card holder built in. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FV8S58/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_title | 3 |
Wonderful case
I really love this case, it is very nice looking and it keeps my TX nice and secure. The TX is easy to insert into the case and I also love the slot for carrying an SD card in the front of the case. I do not use the belt clip, so I cannot comment on that, but the case is wonderful. | 4 |
Great price !!!
This is a very good protective case. I like the belt clip attachment with easy access to remove. Although the button broke on the back of the hard shell case to the belt attachment. Is it possible by just buy the button for the back of the case? | 4 |
Palm case
I love this case. It is very hard to keep my palm protected. I carry my palm in my pocket everyday at work. Befor this case sometimes my lab jacket would get caught in the car door and the door would get slamed on my palm. This case prevents any damage. I LOVE IT! | 4 |
Acceptable
The aluminum case was disappointing. It looks like black plastic. Two of us struggled and struggled to get the Palm TX to fit in the case. After repeated attempts, we gave up and I e-mailed Boxwave. Finally after reading someone else's review, I realized that the funny piece in the middle of the case was supposed to slide into the TX. It worked fine after that. The box was labeled for the Palm Tungsten, not the TX. Simple instructions with the case, would've saved me a couple of hours of fiddling and e-mails. I agree with another reviewer who said the case is slippery also. I probably would not buy this again, but will keep it now that I have it. | 2 |
Great Protection
A necessity for all clumpsy people who drop everything.The screw on the back of the case needs to be tightned properly, but besides that. It is definately worth the money to protect your pda. | 4 |
I don't recommend it
I bought the silver version of this case and was very disapointed. The belt clip is of such cheap construction that the case would easily fall off my belt. On the bright side, it protected my Palm from breaking, but I would have preferred it not to fall in the first place. The case also had a tendency to flip open while on my belt, causing the whole thing to pivot on its flimsy clip. I don't recommend this product. | 1 |
functional protection
The metal is sturdy and the openings are perfect for maximum functionality in all the features of the PDA. I previously had a hard case made by Palm, which was a nice product, but I wasn't able to keep the unit protected and use the MP3 function. | 4 |
AWESOME! htp from 313DET
functions exactly as stated in product description. i searched extensively online for similar cases and chose this one based on other reviews and price. no major complaints; however it can slide across smooth surfaces. i placed some sticky pads (available at most hardware stores) to prevent accidental slipping. otherwise, this case is highly recommended! | 4 |
Not good for the Palm TX
I just got the newest version of the Palm TX--and I'm not sure if they've changed the dimensions or anything--but this case does not close when I put my Palm TX in it. That's right, it doesn't work with the new TX. There is a small piece of plastic that is supposed to keep the palm in the case, but this is preventing the case from closing because the palm is too large.FYI. I will probably keep the product and just break off the little piece of plastic. But just so you know, don't buy this hardcase if you're getting a NEW Palm TX (with wi-fi and such). | 0 |
really are ARMOR CASE
I think this product is a must have for those people who need simplicity to carry on your palm TX, and who wants to have a nice looking, excelent finishing and confortable case. I am satisfied about it and I feel more confortable than the existing PALM hard case.hope it would be useful for other customers | 4 |
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