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Best blue tooth headset.

Anyone to recommend a good Bluetooth headset, a set with music controls 3.5mm jack for your own earphones and a display that would display the id3 tags or file name. Of course be able to answer calls.
I'm using a Nokia one at the moment but its not very responsive, dunno if its because of the old Bluetooth 1.0 compatibility.
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Sony MW600.

Thanks for the recommendation, so I bought a set after reading positive reviews. Connection was easy and very quick and responsive. But one fault is that the phone itself starts ringing on incoming calls the and some signals through the headset. Weird doesn't happen on my old slow unresponsive BT headset (Nokia) at least the phone didn't ring just signals through the headset bit embarrassing when your phone goes off and you answer on a BT headset.
Any settings that could fix this?
I have resetted BT pairing and the headset but still same.
Anybody use this with wildfire?
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Are you using any custom roms? I remember that cyanogen rom has some options about ringing in headphones, if I am not mistaken.
Also, did you test it on another phone to see if it's behaving the same way ?
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I am using Wildpuzzle 0.8. Checked media and phone audio is connected. Have tried it on a Nokia and same thing happens. Can the headset be updated or something? My way round is to mute the phone when I connect the headset but this is so inconvenient when sometimes I forget to reenable sound.
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I use these and they are great.
product 172052 on misco.co.uk (I can't post outside links)

MasterDL said:
I am using Wildpuzzle 0.8. Checked media and phone audio is connected. Have tried it on a Nokia and same thing happens. Can the headset be updated or something? My way round is to mute the phone when I connect the headset but this is so inconvenient when sometimes I forget to reenable sound.
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Try this: Do a nandroid back-up and flash CM7. See if the problem still persists.
If not... I`m out of ideas. Maybe try to get a refund?

I have read many threads with same complaint, now realising It's a feature of most new smartphones (dunno whether its just android or not) that phone always rings with Bluetooth headsets just in case for some reason you take out your earphones for some reason.
I'm a little reluctant to switch to cm7 waiting for it to be stable first.
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MasterDL said:
I have read many threads with same complaint, now realising It's a feature of most new smartphones (dunno whether its just android or not) that phone always rings with Bluetooth headsets just in case for some reason you take out your earphones for some reason.
I'm a little reluctant to switch to cm7 waiting for it to be stable first.
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I think it`s normal for a phone to ring via the speaker even with the headset connected. Maybe they just need to add an option for it.
I meant testing CM7, not switching to it completely. A 30 min job to test CM7 and restore nandroid.

Hi
Just got the MW600 as well, very pleased so far.
I have the same issue, phone is ringing as well - whereas it does not really bother me.
There are few things not working well for me, so I was hoping to find here some feedback:
- No Song titles are displayed (not so bad since it is normally clipped in a position where you can not easily check
- the call-button does not work to call somebody, only to take a call
- the play button does not automatically start playing HTC music - but worked with Winamp and Songbird
Any suggestions ?

Original Rom (l have 2.2.1 nie) have Sound quality issue over a2do. HTC support said, I must wait for next update (when they may be fix it)
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I'm having an issue with my Plantronics 903+ Bluetooth Headset. They pair and play's music fine , but it cuts out quite alot if i move about. Honestly if I have to sit still I may as well get wired headphones.
I am CM nightly's (71) with the latest radio flashed.
Any help is greatly appreciated.

Hello,
i use Jabra BT3030
http://www.productwiki.com/jabra-bt3030/
3 years of working, without any problem

Ok, I really start to like the SE MW600 a lot
If you get a call music stops and you can take the call with one button.
Double tapping the call button re-calls the last person you phoned - works good as well.
But I am still not having the ideal media player
Original HTC music player fails to start up automatically when you tab the music button
- but next song/pause works well
Songbird opens automatically, next song/pause/... works well but searching in a track not and it is rather heavy making the phone really slow
Winamp is probably the best, but I still think it is too heavy
Does anybody knows a good light media player with bluetooth support ?

gpgeza said:
Hello,
i use Jabra BT3030
3 years of working, without any problem
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I rely like the credit card size
Now i will just need to find a suitable motorcycle helmet -come in all types of handy with speed camera app`s

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The best headsets I came across was from soundID. They have really great stuff
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The best headsets I came across was from soundID. They have really great stuff
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you are right ^^

Thanks for Your help!
Thank You guys for your help. I read thread and finds it useful.

Sony Smart Bluetooth Headset SBH50 Review

Hey guys hows it going?
I just purchased one of the new smart bluetooth headsets from Sony which is the SBH50 model and I received it yesterday. Been using it for a day now. Just here to give you a review.
Now first I wasnt sure if it would work the way I assumed originally or if any of the features were compatible with the Xperia S. But bought it anyway as I mainly need it for calls.
As soon as I took it out of the box I immediately touched the headset to the back of my phone and boom. It was connected immediately. Received a notification to download the companion app. Downloaded and thats it. I was soon enough set up ready to go. So simple.
Sound quality is awesome for calls and music. Even the FM radio. The signal for the radio is also good. Unlike on the mw600 where the radio would cut out because the signal was weak.
When you receive a phone call the number pops up on screen with the name, compared to mw600 would be just the number. The notification for text to speech I still havent tested properly however so far seems to be working. I also havent checked the messaging notifications yet however I have seen the email and gmail notifications.pop up on screen.
The multipoint feature is excellent. You can select one device as a primary device and still receive notifcations from both devices and listen to music from the other.
The battery life is also amazing. Switched it on at 7 am and its still on id say about 75%. Most of thr battery has been consumed by me listening to the fm radio this morning.
Oh and there is an option to view your call log on the device too which is quite nice, especially if you want to ring back a number in the call list.
Build quality is very good I found. Feels slightly plasticy but good quality. Not the cheap plastic feel.
Theres a lot more which can be covered and I will add to this review the more I get to know the device and its features.
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Got mine as well few days ago. Lost mw600. Not sure what Sony is thinking with 'smart' range as it regresses, since any bluetooth ever, had double click to redial and long press to voice dial. These, including mw1 are missing those functions. Also in comparison with mw600 now we need app to display contacts (sure not it shows names as well), but permanent ongoing notification in status bar and notifications kills this softaware for me.
As long as it does not allow me to change button options and setup, this smart bluetooth is not gonna be 'simply smart' for the foreseeable future. Opening api for Devs might help.
Also don't understand why bluetooth with basically same features, sans NFC, as mw600, is 30 percent larger in volume, while offering same talk/music times as it.
Rant over!
Basically, only reason I'm keeping it is because of possibility of firmware updates (if mw600 had this it wouldn't be obsolete yet and would buy again. Than again that company does not exist anymore) , making it somewhat future proof. This only applies if Sony keeps their end of the bargain.
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I got one of these in the mail this week for my Xperia Z.
I was after a bluetooth unit with a 3.5mm output so i could hook it up to my Logitech Z2300 and control the music from my phone. Works well, only the bluetooth range is up to approx 15m line of sight. It'll do for my home entertaining.
I havent tried yet, but if i can connect my pc to it via BT as well i can play the songs off there too.
I dont really see the need for NFC since pairing with BT is simple enough.
Firmware can be updated on it via SUS.
The instruction manual included doesnt have any operating instructions. Im not 100% sure what the icons in the menu means.
Its very light if youre gonna clip it to your clothing, but to handle it is a little tricky cos it is too light.
Ive seen the Pro version of this, with usb on the end of it, so it can be used as standalone mp3 player. Wish i had seen that earlier.

The only thing I cant get it to do is connect to skype on my nexus 7 1st gen or on my xperia s
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MW1 is better cause of card slot. The new one is cool though.

you can use it while it is connected to a power supply?

Yes.. it works

Use with Skype
rkanwar said:
The only thing I cant get it to do is connect to skype on my nexus 7 1st gen or on my xperia s
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I had no problems using this headset with Skype on my Xperia Z1 and Razr HD
Some phones have settings in the Skype menu to use Bluetooth. Check the settings in the Skype menu.
Hope that helps

Any one used the SBH52?

whatup
dear all
is there are app for whats up notifaction
thanks

Use the whatsapp notifier app from this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25785522
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Help me
Jaguar4u said:
I had no problems using this headset with Skype on my Xperia Z1 and Razr HD
Some phones have settings in the Skype menu to use Bluetooth. Check the settings in the Skype menu.
Hope that helps
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I could pair with my motorola razr hd, someone help me

Idan73 said:
Got mine as well few days ago. Lost mw600. Not sure what Sony is thinking with 'smart' range as it regresses, since any bluetooth ever, had double click to redial and long press to voice dial. These, including mw1 are missing those functions. Also in comparison with mw600 now we need app to display contacts (sure not it shows names as well), but permanent ongoing notification in status bar and notifications kills this softaware for me.
As long as it does not allow me to change button options and setup, this smart bluetooth is not gonna be 'simply smart' for the foreseeable future. Opening api for Devs might help.
Also don't understand why bluetooth with basically same features, sans NFC, as mw600, is 30 percent larger in volume, while offering same talk/music times as it.
Rant over!
Basically, only reason I'm keeping it is because of possibility of firmware updates (if mw600 had this it wouldn't be obsolete yet and would buy again. Than again that company does not exist anymore) , making it somewhat future proof. This only applies if Sony keeps their end of the bargain.
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Well, I am somewhat happy with the SBH50 - I only had the MW600 for a short while before sending it back because of the volume controls.
However, it's terrible that you cannot launch voice dial with the big button (what does it anyway?) and the music controls will launch the standard music app if you hadn't launched a different one on the phone before...
I'm praying that this will become better.

My first one after a few weeks died. Wouldn't switch on at all thankfully Amazon replaced it for me.
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Can anyone confirm the battery life of sbh50 when you only listen to fm radio, with no device connected? how long is it? because I need at least 10h of fm radio at work

rkanwar said:
My first one after a few weeks died. Wouldn't switch on at all thankfully Amazon replaced it for me.
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My MW600 stopped working (showing that its charging but not turning on) after a few months so I'm scared to buy another type from Sony. Anyone else ran into problems with the unit not turning on or are you all recommending it?

Overheat2747 said:
My MW600 stopped working (showing that its charging but not turning on) after a few months so I'm scared to buy another type from Sony. Anyone else ran into problems with the unit not turning on or are you all recommending it?
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Personally I'd recommend it. I mean I have had no problems since I got my replacement and the battery life on it is awesome. For me anyway. I was going to purchase the sbh52 but I wasn't too sure about it
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mrsatan said:
MW1 is better cause of card slot. The new one is cool though.
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Will it be working on Xperia acro slt26w

I'm just looking for a replacement for my MW600 (first one got lost, second one got the clip broken and the last one all of a sudden died for no obvious reason ).
Now I already kind of decided to go for the SBH50 but coming across this thread I don't feel so confident any longer..
and the music controls will launch the standard music app if you hadn't launched a different one on the phone before...
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Just to get this right- once you've started another app the buttons will control the playback of this particular app or start the default player instead?? (Which would be horrible since I'm exclusively using Spotify)
And something else which got me confused after having read too many reviews: Does the display turn off while listening/having calls? (The MW600 did and I would prefer it this way.)
And a last question especially for the previous MW600 users: Is the SBH50 comfortable to wear? From the pictures the clip doesn't really look secure to be attached compared with the old model..

114a said:
And something else which got me confused after having read too many reviews: Does the display turn off while listening/having calls? (The MW600 did and I would prefer it this way.)
And a last question especially for the previous MW600 users: Is the SBH50 comfortable to wear? From the pictures the clip doesn't really look secure to be attached compared with the old model..
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Hi there. Yes the display turns off after a few seconds in a call, listening to music or when you stop pressing the buttons.
The clip is comfortable to wear however you will either need to clip it on to the neckline/collar of any top or anywhere along the zip line. You can't just clip it anywhere.
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Audio Distortion

So, I have this very odd issue. And it seems to be regarless of ROM. Anytime I use google voice search or make a voice call, after my M8 switches back to music the play back sounds almost like I am listening it through a fan. And the weirdest part is that it doesn't matter if it is hard wired or through bluetooth (either way using a bluetooth handsfree for the voice portion). Anyone else had any similar issues? Ironically I am pretty sure my M7 and maybe even my One X had similar issues.
In terms of set up, I use an LG HBS730 Aptx Headset for hiking and walking to work, then a pioneer bluetooth enabled car stereo but I hardwire for the music (calls switch over to bluetooth). Both have the same issue. Only way to fix is a reboot.

doaneramma said:
So, I have this very odd issue. And it seems to be regarless of ROM. Anytime I use google voice search or make a voice call, after my M8 switches back to music the play back sounds almost like I am listening it through a fan. And the weirdest part is that it doesn't matter if it is hard wired or through bluetooth (either way using a bluetooth handsfree for the voice portion). Anyone else had any similar issues? Ironically I am pretty sure my M7 and maybe even my One X had similar issues.
In terms of set up, I use an LG HBS730 Aptx Headset for hiking and walking to work, then a pioneer bluetooth enabled car stereo but I hardwire for the music (calls switch over to bluetooth). Both have the same issue. Only way to fix is a reboot.
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What are you running ROM wise?

RigHt now I'm running A R HD 8.1
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doaneramma said:
RigHt now I'm running A R HD 8.1
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Has this happened on other ROMs?

Sir-Fix-a-Lot said:
Has this happened on other ROMs?
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It has. I'm going to download a GPE and maybe Venom and try them. Just do a quick and dirty set up and try each.

doaneramma said:
It has. I'm going to download a GPE and maybe Venom and try them. Just do a quick and dirty set up and try each.
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This is the first time I've seen this issue. I've tried stock Sense, GPE, and currently run SlimKat, and don't have the issue. I'll either listen through the main speakers, or a Jaybirds BlueBuds X (amazing BT headphones) and haven't had the issue on any of the ROMs.
I'd be interested to hear back if it happens with an AOSP ROM.

How to make voice phone calls on watch?

I thought I read that after the latest Android Wear update we were going to be able to make and take voice calls on the watch? Can't find it anywhere online....anyone figure out how to do this yet or can we even yet??

Setting >>> Bluetooth >>> Play phone audio on watch
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thanks! i've been going crazy trying to make this work

Hi,
I cant see this option in SS S6 with Android M. please help

shahidchuhdry said:
Hi,
I cant see this option in SS S6 with Android M. please help
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You have to look for this setting at your watch not at the phone.

Just got the Huawei 55020533 (not sure how else to identify it). I have Bluetooth turned on and set to Play Phone Audio on Watch. I've checked every volume setting to make sure it's at its loudest. I should say I'm hard of hearing, but I can hear the alarms and other sounds, so I'm not sure if I'm missing something or if I'm just SOL. Any help?
[SOLVED] I had an app on my phone called Auto Speaker that was interfering. Works great now.

Ramer said:
Just got the Huawei 55020533 (not sure how else to identify it). I have Bluetooth turned on and set to Play Phone Audio on Watch. I've checked every volume setting to make sure it's at its loudest. I should say I'm hard of hearing, but I can hear the alarms and other sounds, so I'm not sure if I'm missing something or if I'm just SOL. Any help?
[SOLVED] I had an app on my phone called Auto Speaker that was interfering. Works great now.
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Congrats on your Huawei Watch! It a awesome smartwatch... enjoy

will it not conflict when connecting the phone to the audio system of the car with that setting?
Update: apparently not as it is working fine

Liquid Li0n said:
will it not conflict when connecting the phone to the audio system of the car with that setting?
Update: apparently not as it is working fine
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In my experience, yes and no. I have to manually connect it to my car each time (select the H/U in BT settings). Once connected it's fine. I didn't have that issue on my G Watch R or any other Android Wear (Moto 360, G Watch). My old Gear S2 had that issue but that watch was garbage. I'm going to look into a Bluetooth management app to see if I can prioritize my stereo higher than the Huawei Watch. Even with that issue, it's a great watch.
I've only had this watch for a week or so but so far I'm pretty happy with it. It looks great, there's a nice selection of aftermarket bands that look good for a reasonable price. Calls aren't as loud as I'd like but they're fine when there's no background noise. Playing music on this watch sounds nearly as good as my phone. It seems louder/cleaner than phone calls. I haven't tried any roms yet but they're coming soon. I like to give stock a chance for a week or so before modifying.
My only complaint is I wish it was a little thinner like my GWR was.

No sound from earpiece in calls

So disappointed. I thought I'd lucked out. No display issues or anything. However, just this evening I went to make a call and couldn't hear the caller via the earpiece. Doesn't matter incoming or outgoing, speakerphone works fine, but no sound from earpiece. Worse yet, the sound for videos or music plays fine out the earpiece so it isn't blown.
I am thinking of cutting my losses quick and exchanging it for a Note 8.

Known issue and there is probably nothing wrong with your phone.
Go to the phone app - Settings - Accessibility - turn off the hearing aid toggle. You will then have sound through the earpiece.

n11 said:
Known issue and there is probably nothing wrong with your phone.
Go to the phone app - Settings - Accessibility - turn off the hearing aid toggle. You will then have sound through the earpiece.
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Thank you. This worked. I know I didn't activate that feature, so I was unprepared for sure. Weird stuff.

n11 said:
Known issue and there is probably nothing wrong with your phone.
Go to the phone app - Settings - Accessibility - turn off the hearing aid toggle. You will then have sound through the earpiece.
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Is there another way to turn this off or another name for it as I don't have this in my accessibility on 8.0 android

gmstrowabarton said:
Is there another way to turn this off or another name for it as I don't have this in my accessibility on 8.0 android
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Are you sure you're looking in settings for the phone app? It's not in general settings.

I still have the problem, and the hearing aid toggle is off. I hear through speakerphone, but nothing through the earpiece.

I'm having this issue too, except I get no audio from the earpiece or speakerphone on incoming calls only. I've tried changing settings in the phone app settings with no luck.

5 Google pixel 2 xl's later
I've been sent 5 pixel 2 xl's so far due to loss of sound from earpiece. Last 2 I didn't download apps and had sound for over a month on the 1st of those 2 then out of the blue no sound. I've tracked every app, only downloaded 3, connected to all blue tooths, 3, and had sound for a month. Then dead. I have the same apps and same phone as my partner. He's had zero problems. There's no hearing aid toggle on the pixel 2 xl SSO that's not it. Can't imagine 5 bad phones were saved just for me with the same problem. Any ideas. I'm having to switch servers etc just to get a phone with a good camera. I'd like to stay with Google but I have to be able to talk on the almost $1000 phone, lol. Any new phones with camera as good as this?

igough said:
I've been sent 5 pixel 2 xl's so far due to loss of sound from earpiece. Last 2 I didn't download apps and had sound for over a month on the 1st of those 2 then out of the blue no sound. I've tracked every app, only downloaded 3, connected to all blue tooths, 3, and had sound for a month. Then dead. I have the same apps and same phone as my partner. He's had zero problems. There's no hearing aid toggle on the pixel 2 xl SSO that's not it. Can't imagine 5 bad phones were saved just for me with the same problem. Any ideas. I'm having to switch servers etc just to get a phone with a good camera. I'd like to stay with Google but I have to be able to talk on the almost $1000 phone, lol. Any new phones with camera as good as this?
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Well, if a software/settings issue isn't phone it might be similar to what I think my issue is. I have a loose ground connection in my car that I can't find that causes the car speakers to wine while driving. I play music and calls through the audio headphone jack in the car. Yesterday there was a blip in the car's electronics while listening to music and my music stopped. Now, today, my phone still rings but earpiece doesn't work and neither does playing music in car, on speaker phone., or through headphones but Bluetooth still works. SO if you did like me and hooked up your phone to something sketchy via headphone jack, we my have blown an audio driver.

Pixel 2 XL Hearing Aide switch
igough said:
I've been sent 5 pixel 2 xl's so far due to loss of sound from earpiece. Last 2 I didn't download apps and had sound for over a month on the 1st of those 2 then out of the blue no sound. I've tracked every app, only downloaded 3, connected to all blue tooths, 3, and had sound for a month. Then dead. I have the same apps and same phone as my partner. He's had zero problems. There's no hearing aid toggle on the pixel 2 xl SSO that's not it. Can't imagine 5 bad phones were saved just for me with the same problem. Any ideas. I'm having to switch servers etc just to get a phone with a good camera. I'd like to stay with Google but I have to be able to talk on the almost $1000 phone, lol. Any new phones with camera as good as this?
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So on the Pixel 2 XL I had the same problem. First day and it was great until it upgraded to 8.1. Then I had no sound through earpiece on calls. If you open the phone app and go to the three dots in the top right corner there is a list of options. Settings is the third option down. Tap settings and you get a new set of options. Accessibility is the seventh option down. Tap accessibility an there are only two options. The second one is Hearing Aids.