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LATEST Headsets and Headset News for Australia
This NEWS page will provide you with information regarding the latest headsets that have just (or are about to) hit the Australian market.
Both Plantronics and Jabra (nee GN Netcom) are in the process of launching new products and Sennheiser has re-entered the Australian marketplace. The emphasis is on Bluetooth/Wireless but new corded models are also being introduced.
September 2007
Jabra (ex GN Netcom) have retired their highly popular bluetooth headset, the GN 6210. They do not have a ready replacement to fill this void. Jabra are betting on the JX10 (a more expensive model) to take up the slack. I do not see this happening. The Plantronics L510S is now the only bluetooth headset in this price range.
July 2007
Plantronics latest headset enhances it's range of DECT wireless headsets. The smart looking CS70N boasts a lightweight, over-the-ear design that combines sophisticated style with all-day wearing comfort. Being noise canceling the C70N significantly reduces the effect of background noise generated in busy office environments. Executives can use the CS70N to go wherever business takes them — up to 100 metres from their desk phone. A superior microphone and earpiece create a high-performance headset yielding great results for both traditional phone lines and IP telephony systems.
- Lightweight and sophisticated over-the-ear design delivers all-day wearing comfort
- Top-performing Noise-Canceling microphone
- Roam hands-free up to 100 metres from your desk phone
- One-step remote answering makes it easy to stay connected
- Optimized for performance with IP desk phones
- Optional lifter automatically lifts handset and returns it to the cradle
- Latest, voice-dedicated DECT 6.0 technology
April 2007
Sennheiser Communications introduces their latest headset the
BW 900, a revolutionary bluetooth model which will
modernize your communication.
For the first time ever, a Bluetooth® office headset actually uses “adaptive intelligence” which automatically optimizes your sound comfort and speech intelligibility. Compliant with Bluetooth version 1.2 Class 1, this amazing headset provides up to 100 metres of operation range.
The BW 900 features a highly innovative technology unique to
Sennheiser Communications, called adaptive intelligence,
which automatically reacts to your environment and adjusts to your preferred sound settings. The volume in the speaker automatically adjusts to surrounding noise levels, so that the voice-over-noise ratio is always optimized.
This headset is expected to be released in Australia in June 2007.
January 2007
Silvertongue (Polaris Communications) announces their latest headset - the new professional Australian designed headset range SILVERTONGUE.
Described as the lightest and most flexible headset design ever produced, the Silvertongue headset range is specifically designed to enhance the acoustic safety and comfort provided by the Soundshield 3G.
The Silvertongue comes in 6 different models, including sound tube and noise cancelling. If you are looking for an Australian designed headset you should definitely consider the Silvertongue.
October 2006
Plantronics gets on the band wagon and launches their VOIP enabled Voyager™ 510-USB Bluetooth® Headset System. The Voyager 510-USB Bluetooth Headset System features a USB Bluetooth adapter that, with the Voyager 510 headset, enables instant, wireless access to PC softphones.
Together with Plantronics PerSonoCall® software (which is included) you can be notified of incoming calls and answer/end calls directly from your headset, even while moving about the office, airport, or wherever business takes you.
This system includes: Bluetooth enabled Voyager 510 headset, convenient charging stand, USB Bluetooth adapter, travel pouch, USB charging cable, 1 metre USB extension cable, AC charger and PerSonoCall software.
September 2006
Australian headset users need to be aware that Australian telephone equipment maker Polaris Communications has won a contract to supply Telstra with up to $6 million in telephone headset equipment for its call centres over three years.
Polaris will also supply the carrier with SoundShield, its patented, Australian-made technology to prevent acoustic shock injury.
The impact of this contract is that SoundShield (or as it is now known - Silvertongue) units are very hard to come by. Most of those being manufactured are going straight to Telstra.
The contract was given to Polaris in a tender that opened in December last year and included a long testing and appraisal process against international competitors.
August 2006
Soon to be launched, Plantronics' latest headset, the SupraPlus Wireless is sure to be a winner.
Contact center and office professionals who desire mobility can now answer or end calls while moving about — in unmatched comfort and with premium audio quality. Built on digitally-encrypted DECT 6.0 technology, the Plantronics SupraPlus® Wireless Professional Headset System combines the clarity of traditional corded technology with the mobility of wireless, so conversations can continue up to 100 metres from your work station.
- Confer with colleagues, walk to the printer, pour a cup of coffee — without ever interrupting or missing a call.
- Relieve back and neck discomfort with improved posture and the freedom to use both hands.
- Combines the clarity of traditional corded technology with the mobility of wireless.
- Conduct a full day of wireless business—talk hands-free for up to 10 hours.
- Over-the-head, comfortable design for all-day use.
They said that it couldn't be done - but GN Netcoms latest headsets improve on their blockbuster 9120 wireless headset range.
Under the slogan “Talk smart. Go wireless.”, the 9300 series is designed for absolute comfort and style, these headsets represent the pinnacle of hands-free technology - providing distinctively superior sound quality in a compact and lightweight unit. Like all other GN Netcom products, the GN 9300 series wireless headsets are so easy to set-up, connect and use, you'll forget that conventional office phones ever existed!
- 3 unique models - GN 9350 (desk & IP), GN 9330 (lightweight office) and GN 9330 USB (IP telephony).
- Sleek and stylish modern design.
- 3 wearing styles - over-the-head, on-the-ear & behind-the neck.
- Noise cancelling microphone.
- Lightweight 26 grams design.
- digital security encryption.
July 2006
Plantronics enhances it's range of DECT wireless headsets with the smart looking CS70.
The CS70 boasts a lightweight, over-the-ear design that combines sophisticated style with all-day wearing comfort. Executives can use the CS70 to go wherever business takes them — up to 100 metres from their desk phone. Leading-edge, voice-dedicated DECT 6.0 technology provides best-in-class audio quality
- Lightweight and sophisticated over-the-ear design delivers all-day wearing comfort
- Roam hands-free up to 100 metres from your desk phone
- One-step remote answering makes it easy to stay connected
- Discreet Voice Tube assures sound quality and comfort
- Optional lifter automatically lifts handset and returns it to the cradle
- Latest, voice-dedicated DECT 6.0 technology
April 2006
Plantronics launches their latest corded headsets, the SupraPlus® range. The world's most popular headset range just got better.
SupraPlus® is available in monaural and binaural styles with a choice of voice tube or high performance noise-cancelling microphone. The monaural design features a new T-bar giving comfortable, natural support, while the binaural features a single cable design for increased comfort and convenience.
- Wideband frequency response for a more natural sound.
- New T-bar support and 'floating' receivers for all day wearing comfort
- Lightweight, stylish and modern design
- Robust design & construction for exceptional reliability
- Wide choice of models to meet personal preferences
- Single-cable binaural or monaural receiver
- Black with foam ear cushions or Silver with leatherette ear cushions
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