Plantronics P590

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Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Headset and Analog Adapter

Manufacturer: Plantronics
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List Price: $249.95
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Product Description

The Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Stereo Headset delivers remarkable sound quality with the ultimate convenience of wireless freedom. With this super-handy headset, you can seamlessly switch between your Bluetooth phone and your other favorite Bluetooth compatible devices. With up to 12 hours of talk time and 10 hours of listening time, you can enjoy wireless stereo sound on laptops, PCs, TVs, DVD and MP3 players while remaining connected to your phone.

The 590A features stereo sound for superior audio performance. With the universal adapter, the device plugs directly into most 3.5-millimeter audio devices, including the popular iPods. One of the handiest features on this headset is the ability to seamlessly switch between calls and music or movies. You'll never miss a call while you're listening to music or watching a DVD. The telescoping voice tube gives you clear calls and allows for discreet conversations, so you won't feel the need to raise your voice to be heard. The foldable headset design is perfect for travel and compact storage. Plus, with the adjustable headband and pillow-soft ear cushions, you'll experience a superior fit and excellent wearing comfort. The device features dedicated buttons that allow call and music control functions directly on the headset. And when it's not in use, the convenient desktop charging stand will power-up your A590 and safely store your headset.

What's in the Box
Foldable headset, AC charger, in-flight cable, USB charger, and travel case.

Product Details

Employs multipoint technology to switch between different Bluetooth devices
Up to 12 hours of talk time and 10 hours of listening time
Binaural design offers complete call concentration
Telescoping boom and foldable design for easy storage
Wireless stereo listening

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Customer Reviews

Good Performance, Easy Pairing, Flimsy Construction

Review Date: February 21, 2010

Reviewer: SanjeevP, Michigan, USA

I have used these headsets for more than 4 years with my iPod classic, iPod Touch and a variety of Bluetooth cell phones. They are easy to pair, feel comfortable and the sound quality is very good. Battery life is fairly long - for my use, almost a week. The Bluetooth adapter that comes with 590A fits very snugly into the iPod 3.5 mm audio jack (unlike many others). Telescopic microphone is unobtrusive, works well on cell phones and the listeners at other end don't complain of poor voice quality.

The main drawback of these headsets is their flimsy construction, cheap plastic. One of the cables became loose after a year and the plastic casing on one side cracked. So the sound from one side is intermittent now. But I was able to use it for 2 more years after taping it! Other cons include tiny and poorly placed controls - almost unusable while wearing headsets, very bright blue light and they do not cover the ears completely so there is no blockage of background sound.

They are not the perfect Bluetooth headphones but in my experience they have worked better than the other ones that I have tried - ILUV i903 Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Stereo Headphones, Logitech and Plantronics 906/R US BackBeat Headphones. Finally, after 4 years, both sides plastic broke, and I had to replace them with Samsung WEP870 Bluetooth Headset (Black).

Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Headset

Review Date: April 1, 2009

Reviewer: Kent L Brown, Weatherford, OK USA

The bluetooth connection to the Motorola phone doesn't connect easily. It worked well once connected.

The headset needs some additional padding for comfort.

I used it with my iPod and it worked well if the comfort was better.

But the main purpose I purchased this for was to connect to my computer and Skype phone. I haven't figured out how to get the mike to work for this purpose.

Excellent Product

Review Date: March 9, 2009

Reviewer: J Dog, Salt Lake City, Utah

I bought this based on reviews. I've always wanted cordless headphones but I didn't want ear buds because I wanted a better sound. These headphones are great. The sound is good. The price is good. Ive been using them for a month now and they are still in excellent condition. The other reviews are correct-the signal is still strong at 30 feet. The adapter also works for my tv so I can watch a movie while my wife sleeps and she doesnt have to hear the sound. The phone calls are clear on both ends. Only negative is that my ears get a little hot with the headphones but its winter now and I welcome it. July-Aug may be a different story.

Not Mac-Friendly...if you use bluetooth feature

Review Date: March 5, 2009

Reviewer: S. Lemus, USA

After an hour of trying to use the headphones with my Macbook Pro 2.16 ghz using the bluetooth feature I almost gave up but found a forum that mentioned how to change the sound setting on the laptop. I did so and was able to listen to itunes. The audio was least to say "bearable" but really I would rather use my little walmart earbuds that aren't wireless if listening for a longer period of time. The audio is "bearable" in total because depending on your position from the laptop is a huge factor, and you can't move your head alot. For some reason I could only use them to listen to itunes and when I tried to listen to any web music like on imeem or youtube I got nothing! As a headset for bluetooth...well I tried to pair it with my htc touch pro and it didn't show up but well I would not even dare to step outside wearing these things, I could just get a sleek ultra cool little bluetooth headset even if its on one ear only.

Other than the bluetooth problems if you use the universal adapter the audio is actually pretty good, along the lines of any $20 earbuds or wrap around ear phones (which is the only things I can afford and ever used...except for these which i received as a gift) and I could use any application and surf music all over the web and go as almost 30ft away from the adapter/laptop.

For the cost of about 120+ I do recommend if the most important thing is having a wireless headphones. Blueooth capabilities are a shame but with the adapter then they are well worth it. Still if you are gonna fork over some cash you should look for something that is the best...for recommendations look at http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=235484

well worth the money

Review Date: February 13, 2009

Reviewer: Blondie, New Castle, PA

Bought this gift for my husband for Christmas. He is a driver and loves to listen to music. The sound is awesome! The blue light is not a problem at all, which is something I was concerned with due to reading other reviews. My husband uses it with his Ipod and cell phone and says it was his favorite gift. His friends at work were also impressed and wanted more information on it. A great buy!