For a wireless-savvy cell phone user who demands superior performance and an excellent value, the Motorola H700 Bluetooth Headset offers the best of both worlds. With a compact and comfortable design, the headset delivers longer talk times at a great price. This headset is both discreet and stylish, yet Motorola does not scrimp on functionality. The small size and lightweight construction allows for easy storage when not in use. Just slip the device in your pocket or toss it inside your glove box. Also, don't be fooled by the headset's good looks -- this petite powerhouse provides impressive battery power and an intuitive "flip" microphone boom to clearly pick up your voice. The H700 features lengthy talk and standby times -- up to six hours of talk time or 130 hours of standby time from a single full charge. And included with the headset is a handy, compact travel charger to ensure that you'll never run out of power on the go.

When you use your H700 for the first time, you must pair the headset with your phone. Once your phone recognizes the headset, the H700 is easy to operate -- simply place the headset on your ear, flip the microphone boom to connect, and a link is automatically established. This headset is designed with the BCO3 chipset with echo and noise cancellation software for world class audio quality in even the noisiest environments. Motorola's premium look and feel is highlighted by the H700's award-winning, iconic flip-to-connect design. Connect to an incoming call by simply flipping down the microphone, and disconnect by flipping it back up. This hip, easy-to-use design will make the H700 the envy of any Bluetooth aficionado. Don't stop with just your cell phone; consider pairing the H700 with your Bluetooth-enabled PC for great, hands-free Voice Over IP (VoIP) communications.

Designed for anyone, the adjustable earhook allows the headset to be worn on either the left or right ear. You can also easily control the volume or mute your call directly from the H700. This Motorola wireless accessory is compatible with any Bluetooth 1.2 enabled mobile phones or devices that support headset and hands-free profiles.

What's in the Box
Motorola H700 Bluetooth headset, travel charger, quick start guide, and user's manual.
Customer Review: Looks good on paper
This is a beautifully designed earpiece with all of the bells and whistles. It would be the perfect upgrade except that after trying out two separate headsets, I found that it does not perform as consistently as the prior model. Echoing, ambient noise interference and sound distortion were very significant. Once the bugs are worked out, this will be a great earpiece.
Customer Review: Awesome!
Ive had this headset now for about 2 weeks. Ive never had a problem with dropping, static, or range. Just as an example, I was around the house with 2 walls and approx 25 to 30 feet between me and my phone (samsung a920) received a call was able to answer, hear and be heard without issue. would definately recommend this headset. my friend has had one issue with this set. in his convertible there is constantly audible wind noise but not to the point where he cannot be heard over it.

The Motorola HS850 is the company's update to their HS810 headset, one of my personal favorites. The changes made to produce the new HS850 are few, but the effect is relatively substantial. But first, let's start with what is the same.

Like the HS810, the HS850 makes use of a body design that employs a folding microphone boom. The folding microphone boom acts as the on and off switch, as well as just providing a convenient way to make the headset smaller and more pocketable when not in use. When a call comes into your phone, you can turn on and answer the phone at the same time just by unfolding the microphone boom. You can end the call and turn it off by removing the headset and re-folding it. Using the headset in this way conserves battery power, since no battery juice is wasted on standby time - time where the headset sits around waiting to be contacted by a mobile phone or other compatible device. The physical design of the HS850 and the battery savings it imparts is my favorite aspect of the Motorola HS850.

Of course you don't have to remove and turn off the headset between calls. If the headset is already on when an inbound call comes, you will hear the ringing come through on the headset and can answer it by pressing on the main multi-function call control button. You can end the call with this same button, and adjust volume levels with the two volume buttons. If you are using a phone that supports the Hands Free Bluetooth profile, then you can also use the call control button to reject an inbound call or redial the last number.

The HS850's audio properties are also like those of the HS810 before it. The audio quality in both directions is very clear and understandable, but sounds a bit thin. You and the party on the other end of the call will both be able to understand each other easily, it just doesn't sound as full and natural as it might with some other headsets. The HS850 makes up for this small lacking by having great resistance to wind noise, though. That makes the headset perfect for people that enjoy driving with their windows down, or those that work outside. Most headsets are very susceptible to wind noise, the HS850 bucks that trend.

And now for the new stuff. First up, a more powerful battery. The HS850 I tested managed an amazing 7 hours and 50 minutes of talk time. That is a full two thirds improvement over the older model. The truly amazing part is that this new battery life didn't come at the expense of added weight. Like the HS810 before it, the HS850 weighs only .7oz (19.9g).

The next major change perhaps sounds more important than it worked out to be in reality. The HS850 supports the newer Bluetooth v1.2 spec, whereas most headsets support v1.1 only. Motorola claims that when used with a v1.2 compatible phone (there are still relatively few available at the time I write this), the HS850 will be able to connect faster, use less battery power, and offer improved audio quality. While I can see what appears to be a slight improvement in connection speed, I haven't really noticed much of a change in battery life or audio quality.

The last major change is purely cosmetic. The new HS850 headset is blue-gray in color, like a darker version of the HS810's color. I find it more attractive than the light silver found on the HS810.

But regardless of the color, you can't go wrong with Motorola's HS850, which I consider to be perhaps the best value on the market.

--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com

Pros:

• Small, light
• Comfortable
• Nearly 8 hours of talk time
• No wind noise
• Can be worn on both ears

Cons:

• A bit unusual looking
• Audio lacks bass

What's in the box: Motorola HS850 Bluetooth Headset, User Manual, and Quick Start Guide.