BlueAnt V1 headset- your iPhone’s new best friend

B_left_imgOne thing I can state for certain, voice command of a cell phone is a must have feature in the car.  Sure it comes in handy other places too but since I’ve been carrying an iPhone 3G I sure miss being able to do simple call-related functions by voice.  BlueAnt is stepping up with the first Bluetooth headset that puts voice command on the headset itself for use with phones that don’t have that capability.  Can you say iPhone?  I knew you could.

The BlueAnt V1 is roughly the same size and form as the Z9i (pictured right) I have been using and I can’t wait to get one of these new babies.  The V1 uses voice technology by BlueGenie to allow the user to perform tasks by voice no matter what phone is being used.  Here’s the scoop from the press release:

Using the BlueGenie Voice Interface from Sensory, Inc., the BlueAnt V1 allows users to easily control their headset with voice commands rather than pressing multiple buttons or even looking at the phone.  Unlike other headsets that only support voice dial capabilities through q mobile phone’s voice features, the V1’s voice control is embedded in the headset itself.  Beyond voice dial capabilities, the V1 enables the user to control all headset features such as pairing, volume and connection status using only their voice.  The V1 supports such commands as ‘Pair Me,’, ‘Redial,’ ‘Call Back,’ ‘Answer/Ignore Call,’ and ‘Call GOOG-411.’  Users can even ask the V1, “What can I say?” and the headset will verbally list all features available on the device.  And say ‘Teach Me’ and the device will talk users through its functions.

The full feature list shows the V1 to be a top-notch headset in all areas:

  • Voice control, using the BlueGenie Voice Interface
  • Dual microphones enable crystal clear communication in the noisiest of environments
  • Voice Isolation Technology™ for extreme noise, wind and echo cancellation
  • Firmware upgradeable via USB connector
  • Three charging options – car, phone & USB chargers
  • Pairs with up to 8 Bluetooth devices
  • Comply™ Foam Tips and a variety of different sized rubber ear gels
  • Small and lightweight, less than .35 ounces without the ear hook
  • Innovative tie clip for attaching to shirt or cuff, when not in use
  • Up to 5 hrs talk-time or 200 hrs standby
  • Bluetooth v2.1 for simplified pairing

The BlueAnt V1 will retail for $129.99 and you can get complete information at the BlueAnt web site.

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