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Aliph's Jawbone is a noise canceling Bluetooth headset that uses technology developed for the United States military. A new Jawbone was released May 15th, 2008, replacing the existing model with a smaller formfactor (smaller by 50%) and improved noise canceling design. Jawbone's technology is called NoiseAssassin and works to actively measure the ambient noise in the environment and filter them out so you better hear the person on the other end. At the same time the voice-activated sensor that measures vibrations from your jawbone (hence the name) identifies and amplifies your voice so that your voice is clear while talking.
MSRP $130.00
Release date May, 2008
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One of the standout features of the Jawbone is its stylish and unique design. Two buttons are hidden on the outside of the headset, one that is located on the perforated surface, and the other located as the black piece of plastic. The perforated button is used for turning the Jawbone on and off, answering/ending calls, redialing, and transferring a call from headset to handset and back. The black button is the Noise Shield that turns toggles noise canceling activation, rejects a call, or adjusts the Jawbone's volume. The headset itself will automatically adjust the volume of your voice, however there are five different volume settings available for more control.
Customized Fit Options
The Jawbone aims to fit perfectly on either ear and comes with a variety of options for a proper fit.
- 3 sizes of earbuds
- 4 earloop options
- 2 sizes of leather earloops
- 2 sizes of slim earloops to be used with glasses
Features
- Weight: 10 grams
- Talk Time: 4 hours
- Standby Time: 8 days
- Range: Up to 33 feet (10 meters)
- Charge: 80% charge in 35 minutes, 100% charge in 1 hour
- Supports Bluetooth 1.1, 1.2, and 2.0
The battery life has been reduced from the previous model from 6 hours of talk time to 4 hours, although the new model has a fast-charge battery that can be 80% charged in just 35 minutes. The headset can be charged through USB on your computer or with an included AC adapter.
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Aliph Jawbone2 | Bulk packaging
• Aliph Jawbone II Bluetooth Headset with NoiseAssassin (Black) [Bulk Packaging]
• Jawbone 2 Wireless Cell Phone Headset
UPC: 812172010301
EAN: 812172010301
MPN: JAWBONE2
Aliph Jawbone2 | Retail packaging
• Aliph Jawbone II Bluetooth Headset with NoiseAssassin (Black) [Retail Packaging]
UPC: 811726010019
EAN: 097738552987
MPN: Jawbone II
Competitors
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MSRP $100.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- Great connection strength
- Very good sound, incoming as well as outgoing
- Firmware can be easily upgraded
Cons
- Included shirt clip does not clamp very strong and can cause the headset to fall of and get lost
Aliph Jawbone II
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BlueAnt Z9i
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MSRP $130.00
Released January, 2007
Pros
- Really does cancel out most ambient sounds
- Attractive styling
- Great packaging
Cons
- Uncomfortable and heavy - hard to keep in ear
- Hidden buttons are a little spongy
- Even with changeable ear loops and buds it doesn't fit well
Aliph Jawbone II
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Aliph Jawbone 1st Gen
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MSRP $99.00
Released January, 2007
Pros
- Great audio quality that doesn't distort your voice
- Lots of useful functions
- Very long pairing range
Cons
- Configuration can be confusing, definitely have to read the manual
- Noise cancellation isn't quite as good as the Jawbone
Aliph Jawbone II
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Blueant Z9
MSRP $119.00
Released November, 2009
Pros
- portable charging base with internal battery - lets you charge your earpiece on the go
- charging base has an LED indicator letting you know if it has enough juice for a full earpiece charge
- extremely small and lightweight - even considering the mobile charging base
Cons
- can only be used in the right ear
- noise cancellation simply doesn't work
- sound quality is lacking
Aliph Jawbone II
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Jabra STONE
MSRP $70.00
Released December, 2006
Pros
- Perfect fit - Very comfortable.
- Great sound quality
- Does not fall off ear
Cons
- Additional Gel ear-pieces are not comfortable
- Takes time getting used to wearing it
- 1 main button for all fuctions
Aliph Jawbone II
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Jabra BT5020
MSRP $129.00
Released January, 2008
Pros
- slick design
- quality manufacturer
- built-in noise canceling - a specialty of Etymotic
Cons
- long boom mic - not compact or aesthetically pleasing
- fit may be an issue for some users
- poor range - gets staticy with very little distance between earpiece and phone
Aliph Jawbone II
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Etymotic Research etyBLU
MSRP $100.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 11 hours of talk time, 300 hours of standby time
- LED battery indicator
- comfortable due to the flexible ear loop
Cons
- hisses on higher volume levels
- not as attractive as equally expensive models
- rubber earpiece keeps falling off....then I finally lost it. But it still fits the ear :-)
Aliph Jawbone II
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Nokia BH-602 HS-91W
MSRP $120.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- Great battery Life
- Has voice operated speed-dial
- Light-weight
- Very light weight, comfortable, and easy guide, both oral (through headset) and written. It has great sound on both ends!!
Cons
- Voice isolation feature does not remove much background noise
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BlueAnt V1
Reviews
February 19, 2009
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Pros
- Subtle and sleek design
- Volume increases based on surroundings
- Excellent sound quality
Cons
- Awkward button placement
- Does not fit well
- volume not loud enough
- Earloops too fragile, break easily
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May 15, 2008
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Pros
- Subtle and sleek design
- Volume increases based on surroundings
- Excellent sound quality
- Specific earloop available for glasses-wearers
Cons
- Awkward button placement
- Short battery life
- No volume control
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May 28, 2008
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Pros
- Subtle and sleek design
- Volume increases based on surroundings
- Excellent sound quality
- Specific earloop available for glasses-wearers
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May 16, 2008
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Pros
- Subtle and sleek design
- Volume increases based on surroundings
- Excellent sound quality
- Specific earloop available for glasses-wearers
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April 22, 2009
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- Subtle and sleek design
- Volume increases based on surroundings
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December 18, 2008
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- Does not fit well
- volume not loud enough
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