Plantronics Savi WO200 Wireless Headset Real Review

I have just started using the Savi WO200 headset made by Plantronics. I have always liked the style of the CS70N over the ear system and this one is no different. Although it is personal preference, the over the ear style distributes the weight of the headset around the ear and makes it feel light, so light, Isometimes forget I am wearing it.

I also like the swivel boom, which moves in and out when taking a glass of water of for when you just don't want it in your face.

As for the sound clarity, the close contact ear bud allows for intimate hearing so you don't miss important details.

As for the difference, this system works with a PC as well as desk phone, which makes it pretty powerful. Going wireless with the PC allows you even more freedom then before and with trend towards using VoIP for calls, the Savi provide greater value.

Overall, the system is a little more expensive, so if you don't use your PC much, then consider the Plantronics CS70N.

If you really like flexibility, this model will give you what you need. Other competing models inlcude the Plantronics Savi WO100 and the GN Netcom 9350e.

Headsets and State Laws

Many states have adapted laws that require cell phone users to have headsets when speaking on their cell phone. The newest state California has adapted this law beginning July 1, 2008.

This is an excellent law for as we all know, it is distracting to drive and talk with a phone held to your ear. How many times have we seen someone driving with a phone to their ear driving erratically and needing a slight honk to get them to straighten out.

A headset will go a long way towards solving this problem, but you still need to be careful when dialing or texting others.

The nice part about some of the newer phones is that the headset will provide voice activated dialing. So from the headset, the user just has to speak into the microphone and the phone knows to call and who to call, a real neat feature.

Wireless Bluetooh is truly the way to go, as it provides the most freedom possible. A wired headset, although cheaper won't provide the type of freedom wireless users enjoy.

When thinking about wireless, check your phone compatibility, make sure it has Bluetooth and what type of Bluetooth you have. If you are unsure, ask the company you are buying from. Some will provide online guides, but because there are so many phones to keep up with, the guides are not always current. A faster way would be to check a review online to see what type of Bluetooth the cell phone has, then identify what type of Bluetooth signal the headset uses. Note newer Bluetooth protocols will work with headsets with older protocols, but not visi versa. If you buy one with this combination, the headset may not utilize all the Bluetooth technology available but will still work.

So make sure you get your headset, regardless of state laws, they help avoid accidents.