Plantronics updates its Bluetooth product line

New products offer the latest hands-free technology

27 July 2006 12:56 GMT / By Amber Maitland

Plantronics has introduced a raft of new Bluetooth products and headsets for the mobile professional and consumer.

The Pulsar 590 Stereo Bluetooth headset and the MHS series of corded headsets lets users listen to music and video in high-quality stereo sounds, as well as answer or make phone calls at the touch of a button.

The Pulsar 590E Stereo Bluetooth Headset is an upgrade to the Pulsar 590A, and features high-fidelity stereo sound, a telescoping voice tube for clear conversations, up to 12 hours of talk time and 10 hours of listening time, and freedom to roam up to 33 feet away from the Bluetooth device.

The MHS series, meanwhile, is a new range of corded stereo headsets that let users choose from multiple wearing options.

They feature in-line microphones and a one-touch call answer/end button. The MHS 113 features flexible ear bud speakers, while the MHS 123 provides comfortable ear cushions and the MHS 213 provides outstanding audio quality through occluded ear buds.

Next up are additions to the Discovery and Explorer Bluetooth headsets.

The Discovery 655 employs digital signal processing to reduce background noise, and incorporates an AAA charging pocket that provides up to 10 hours of talk time.

The Discovery 640E is based on the previous 640, but comes with fewer chargers at a reduced price.

The Explorer 330 features a classic style and incorporates all call features into one multifunctional button.

The new devices are available starting at $79.95 for the Explorer series up to $149.95 for the Discovery 655.