[cuorie]

Does anyone know where I can get a high quality, simple, wired headset for the 8800?

Just 2.5mm plug, microphone, mute button, and 1 earbud. Maybe a shirt clip.

Like the headset that came with my 8700g. I can't seem to use that headset with my 8800. I think the connections are totally different on the new phone.

I like the looks of the Plantronics MX200 but doubt that it will work with the 8800.


**OR** if anyone knows of a great bluetooth headset that can charge using the same charger as the blackberry. I've got 5 bluetooth headsets now and they all suck in certain ways.


Thanks!
John

[RoC1909]

Didn't you get a headset with the 8800? I got one and it looks like it would suit you just fine if you wanted simple.

As for using the same adapter as the BB, I have a Motorola H700 and it uses the same 'mini USB' connector as the BB. I have plugged it in and it looks like it would charge though I haven't kept it plugged in for a extended time. I would bet that it works fine though as well as all other headset / chargers that use the mini USB connection.

[SDCromer]

Your H700 will charge from the Blackberry charger and USB cable. I have never used the Motorola charger with my H700.

[SDCromer]

Your H700 will charge from the Blackberry charger and the USB cable. I have never used the Motorola charger that came with my H700.

[stuxstu]

Originally Posted by cuorie

Does anyone know where I can get a high quality, simple, wired headset for the 8800?

Just 2.5mm plug, microphone, mute button, and 1 earbud. Maybe a shirt clip.

Like the headset that came with my 8700g. I can't seem to use that headset with my 8800. I think the connections are totally different on the new phone.

I like the looks of the Plantronics MX200 but doubt that it will work with the 8800.


**OR** if anyone knows of a great bluetooth headset that can charge using the same charger as the blackberry. I've got 5 bluetooth headsets now and they all suck in certain ways.


Thanks!
John

I am getting a BB 8800 in a few days from work... should be interesting, I have gone from Palm to Windows Mobile and now to BlackBerry... It is the only way to get company email...

I too will be looking for a wired headset (backup or for loud environments), but this is the bluetooth headset I will order in a week or so.... I like the usb connector to recharge and the caller id.. vibrate mode should be interesting. My only concern is will it be comfortable?

BlueAnt Wireless North America - BlueAnt V12 Bluetooth headset with LCD display

[cuorie]

Originally Posted by RoC1909

Didn't you get a headset with the 8800? I got one and it looks like it would suit you just fine if you wanted simple.

As for using the same adapter as the BB, I have a Motorola H700 and it uses the same 'mini USB' connector as the BB. I have plugged it in and it looks like it would charge though I haven't kept it plugged in for a extended time. I would bet that it works fine though as well as all other headset / chargers that use the mini USB connection.

Hey, I did get a wired headset with my 8800, but it has 2 speakers and that makes for a real tangled mess. I would want the exact same headset, except with just one earbud.

[EmptyInTheHead]

I am able to use the headset that came with my old 7250 with my 8830 even though the number of sections on the plug is 3 instead of 4. It works fine. Based on this I assume you can use pretty much any 2.5mm headset with the 8830.

[cuorie]

Originally Posted by EmptyInTheHead

I am able to use the headset that came with my old 7250 with my 8830 even though the number of sections on the plug is 3 instead of 4. It works fine. Based on this I assume you can use pretty much any 2.5mm headset with the 8830.

Interesting, because I cannot use the headset that came with my 8700g with my 8800. It just won't work. Neither can I use my big Panasonic 2.5mm headset that I use with my home cordless phone.

[EmptyInTheHead]

Originally Posted by cuorie

Interesting, because I cannot use the headset that came with my 8700g with my 8800. It just won't work. Neither can I use my big Panasonic 2.5mm headset that I use with my home cordless phone.

Then my assumption must be wrong I haven't tried anything other than the 7250 ear buds, but they work great.

[cuorie]

Originally Posted by stuxstu

BlueAnt Wireless North America - BlueAnt V12 Bluetooth headset with LCD display

That looks like a pretty slick headset. Let me know how you like it if you get it!

[stuxstu]

Originally Posted by cuorie

That looks like a pretty slick headset. Let me know how you like it if you get it!

As soon as I get my 8800 I plan to purchase... Amazon had several good reviews...

[Shotiime11]

Originally Posted by cuorie

Does anyone know where I can get a high quality, simple, wired headset for the 8800?

Just 2.5mm plug, microphone, mute button, and 1 earbud. Maybe a shirt clip.

Like the headset that came with my 8700g. I can't seem to use that headset with my 8800. I think the connections are totally different on the new phone.

I like the looks of the Plantronics MX200 but doubt that it will work with the 8800.


**OR** if anyone knows of a great bluetooth headset that can charge using the same charger as the blackberry. I've got 5 bluetooth headsets now and they all suck in certain ways.


Thanks!
John

I use the simple Motorola Silver Ones that used to come with the Old V60 phones. They work great, pick up your voice perfect and I never have complaints from anyone about hearing me or fading out at all.

Try this link...

Hands-Free Headset (Silver) - Motorola US

[MikeMortgageGuy]

I have one that I use that is a custom built Plantronics with a custom micrphone. It is absolutely the best I have ever had and the custom boom mic is excellent at eliminating background noise (the problem with all BT headsets). Not sure if I can post the link here though. I got if off of eBay as they are custom built. Maybe try and email me or something...

[SmokingMan]

Originally Posted by MikeMortgageGuy

I have one that I use that is a custom built Plantronics with a custom micrphone. It is absolutely the best I have ever had and the custom boom mic is excellent at eliminating background noise (the problem with all BT headsets). Not sure if I can post the link here though. I got if off of eBay as they are custom built. Maybe try and email me or something...

Mike, would you mind posting the Ebay link? Thanks

[cuorie]

Originally Posted by Shotiime11

I use the simple Motorola Silver Ones that used to come with the Old V60 phones. They work great, pick up your voice perfect and I never have complaints from anyone about hearing me or fading out at all.

Try this link...

Hands-Free Headset (Silver) - Motorola US

Slick... but it seems to be out of stock!

[cuorie]

Originally Posted by MikeMortgageGuy

I have one that I use that is a custom built Plantronics with a custom micrphone. It is absolutely the best I have ever had and the custom boom mic is excellent at eliminating background noise (the problem with all BT headsets). Not sure if I can post the link here though. I got if off of eBay as they are custom built. Maybe try and email me or something...

Mike, please let us know how we can get our hands on one of these! Thanks. I'll PM you also.

-John