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Bang & Olufsen EarSet 2 Review

by Tom Andry last modified February 01, 2007
Bang & Olufsen EarSet 2

Bang & Olufsen EarSet 2

Summary

  • Product Name: EarSet 2
  • Manufacturer: Bang & Olufsen
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarhalf-star
  • Value Rating: StarStar
  • Review Date: December 15, 2006 00:00
  • MSRP: $ 350
Specifications

Technology:  Bluetooth
Transmission range:  Up to 10 meters
Battery time:  4 hours talking, 100 hours standby
Charge time:  3 hours
Weight:  22 grams
Materials:  Aluminum and plastic


Pros

  • Aesthetics
  • Ease of operation

Cons

  • Price
  • Non-reversible
  • Uncomfortable after extended use

Introduction

Bang & Olufsen has been synonymous with high design and contemporary aesthetics for years. It seems the minute they come out with a new product; it shows up in a movie or TV show (I think they use a Bang & Olufsen phone on the show Deal or No Deal). Their products seem to have that je ne sais quoi that just oozes style. But you pay for that style. Visiting a B1 store can be an eye opening and wallet empting experience. My visit to the B&O headquarters in Denmark showed that they do put a lot of thought and engineering into each of their products. Bluetooth headsets are becoming more and more popular. Most of them look remarkably similar – like half a tongue depressor sticking out of your ear. The EarSet 2 looks completely different. While I am a believer that looking different is a good thing, performance is what really matters.

 

 

 
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