Overview
Voyager Pro HD series headsets are qualitative Bluetooth headsets from Plantronics. An amalgamation of style and comfort with superior sound quality makes it stand over others in the headset market. Long battery life, easy switching between headset and handset, noise cancellation and latest proximity-sensor technology and lot of other features makes it a fantastic product to add to the group of your smartphone accessories.
Pricing and availability
Plantronics Voyager Pro HD headset is now available online and at all the prominent retail stores at a standard pricing of Rs. 5000 which also offers the buyer a subscription to the company’s voice recognition services for one year. This service costs Rs. 1250 per year after the completion of the trial period. Having a look at the bundle of the features it offers to the users it is a product worth cost. Its a value for money deal for the buyers.
Whatâs great
Voyager Pro HD headset from Plantronics is packed with dozens of features. Let’s have a look at some of the prominent features offered by this series of headphones from Plantronics:
1. Refined design
Palntronics has always focused on a perfect design delivering superior comfort. Voyager Pro HD headset is also not an exception and has a light weight, extra comfortable design. It is basically an over the ear headset with an extended mic which positions it closer to the mouth and thus improves sound quality apart from giving it a professional look. It also packs two extra ear tips in the box which adds to the comfort level.
2. Easy pairing
Pairing the Pro HD is not a complex task. It has provided an easy pairing option with Bluetooth handsets. You just need to press the power button for several seconds before the LED on the headset blinks and once it glows it indicates that the headset is successfully paired. It is easily paired with all the existing smartphones in the market.
3. Voice alert-based interface
Voyager Pro headset features a voice alert-based interface which makes the user aware of the volume, battery and the connection status. It also lets the user manage e-mail, check weather and update Facebook and Twitter. It is compatible with a lot of applications in the Apple and the Android market which adds to its features.
4. Automatic ear detection
Voyager Pro headset employs a unique automatic ear detection technology which answers the call as soon as the user inserts it into the ear without pressing any button on the headset. In the same way when the user removes the headset from the ears, the function is reversed and the user needs to answer the call from the headset. It also pauses any streaming audio in such case. The headset virtually deactivated itself when the user removes it from the ears which apart from number of advantages, avoids any redialing of the calls accidentally.
5. Crystal clear call quality
Voyager Pro headset incorporates latest technology which delivers crystal clear call quality. With noise cancellation technique the headset filters the calls which enables the user to enjoy quality sound even at noisy places. This feature equips it for the professional use as it effectively cuts 80% of the background noise.
6. A2DP support and multipoint support
Voyager Pro HD headset supports A2DP which enables the user to listen to music in audiobooks, podcasts and other streaming audio. It enhances the music experience which adds dimensions to this Bluetooth headset. It also has a multipoint support which allows the user to connect to two devices simultaneously. It enables the user to switch between Skype calls and regular phone calls. This makes it a executors headset.
Whatâs not so great
There are no drawbacks in the headset right from its features to its costs. But, let’s discuss those points which are not considered great in Voyager Pro HD headset :
1. Size
The only shortcoming of the headset is its size. The size of the Voyager Pro HD headset is still larger than the preferred size of users. Professionals avoid bulky designs and the youth love slimmer ones.
2. Vocalyst voice recognition service
Plantronics offers free vocalyst voice recognition service to its new members for a trial period of one year. Voice recognition service is one of the premium features of the headset but it costs a heavy charge of Rs. 1250 after one year which may be regarded as not so great in this performance packed headset from Plantronics.
Things to watch out for
As already discussed Voyager Pro HD headset is a quality product from Plantronics offering lots of features but multipoint support, Automatic ear detection technology and voice recognition services are among the important features which may extract a remarkable headset experience for the users.
Verdict
With all its offerings there is no quandary that Plantronics Voyager Pro HD headset is one of the best headset currently in the zone of availability. Its balanced, lightweight design, technology aided features and compatibility with all the existing handsets in the market, makes it a business tool you can rely on.
