1) HW251- A great, dependable single-ear headset for a quiet environment at the office or at home.
	2) HW251N - Our best selling noise-canceling headset for that loud environment.  This headset will block out about 75% of your background noise.
	3) HW261N – A binaural (dual ear) noise-canceling headset that helps you stay totally focused all day long.
	4) H141N- A noise-canceling headset that offers two wearing styles; you can choose to wear it over your head with a headband or over your ear with an earloop.
	5) M175C - A noise-canceling headset for your cordless/mobile phone with a 2.5mm connection.  The M175C includes inline volume and mute controls.

If you’re deciding between corded models of headsets, it never hurts to see what the best 5 corded headsets from Plantronics are, because chances are other customers have purchased corded headsets and found what they liked and continue to purchase them. With the models listed above, they’re all top of the line business grade/professional grade corded headsets made by Plantronics that are durable, comfortable and built to last. Choosing any will increase your productivity by allowing you to be hands free while talking on the phone. Once you try a corded headset, you will find it hard to be without.

Were you sad to see the .Audio 480 USB headset go away?

Those of us who travel and like to stay connected through our laptops were sad when they discontinued the .Audio 480 USB.  The sleek styling and good stereo sound were hard to beat.  Shucks, it worked really well on our regular PC’s at home too.  So you can imagine how excited we were when we heard that Plantronics was coming out with the new Blackwire C435, their latest quality computer headset in the Blackwire 400 series.

Here are some of the features that we liked about the new Blackwire C435 after having had the opportunity to test it out:

1)      It has a unique modular design that provides a choice of mono/stereo audio options and wearing styles by simply slipping the auxiliary earpiece from the module.

2)      It’s durable, portable design makes it easy to tuck into the travel case and is ideal for professionals on the go.

3)      The headset can be worn over the ear or behind the head depending on user preference (neckband sold separately).

4)      The answer/end/mute controls simplify call management while the inline indicator lights show call or mute status.

5)      A noise-canceling microphone reduces background noise, ensuring excellent audio quality and easing listening-fatigue.

6)      Wideband audio delivers increased speech clarity, providing the best possible PC audio quality.
The dynamic EQ feature optimizes voice quality when on calls and automatically adjusts the EQ settings when listening to music or when high-quality sound is required for multimedia playback.

So, give the folks at Headsets Direct a call (800-914-7996) to learn more about the new Blackwire C435 computer headset from Plantronics.

No matter how many times you ask yourself, and all the other drivers out on the road, to please be careful, look where you are driving, you do the same thing almost every time you drive somewhere.  I have pulled out of my driveway, and then looked to see if someone else was pulling out. One time we looked like a well-rehearsed commercial.  I have broken that habit, thank you very much. I tell myself to look at the head bangers in the car next to me and wonder how they can hear a siren even if it was right next to them. It is NOT just kids, it is all ages. Singing at the top of your voice, going over the agenda on what you need to do, even though you have a written note next to you, as well as driving directions.  Oh, I want to hear that new CD I just got on my Ipod. STOP! You can make a difference.  I have a new headset, the M1100 from Plantronics.  Distracted driving, we all live it, drive it, and accept it. One in six highway deaths are attributed to just this cause alone. How tragic that this is happening, not just to the young people, but to the 30-39 year olds who had the highest proportion of cell phone involvement.

In 2009, there were 30,797 fatal crashes in the United States which involved 45,230 drivers.  Today it is worse than ever.  Just the other day a school bus crashed, why? Texting while driving.  If you are working, your cell phone needs to be turned off. If your cell phone is part of your job, and your job includes traveling, use a headset.

There are advantages to having a headset that will do the work for you. Voice texting is one of them. You don’t have to have a smart phone to use this program, it is part of the one year free service that comes from Plantronics Vocalyst.  You don’t have to remove your hands to answer a call. Simply say “answer” or ignore. Voice recognition for calling, “call Sue”, then Sue is called. If Sue does not answer I can send her text, by voice, never once having to pick up my phone, scroll through contacts, dial her number, oops, almost ran over the bike left in the road. One second is all it takes to be distracted, one second to regret looking away from the road.

Don’t be the distracted person, be responsible, and wear a headset. Be a leader with your friends, insist on them being used. Make a mountain with your voice, be proactive in your community, and let your voice be heard through your Bluetooth.

Enter to win the Blackwire C435 USB computer headset from Headsets Direct.  It’s the latest Plantronics Computer Headset! – MSRP $99.95!

Click here to enter – Contest ends January 9th, 2012!

The Plantronics C435 USB computer headset provides a choice of monaural or binaural (Stereo) audio options and wearing styles, a durable protective carrying case and superior audio quality. The new Plantronics C435 has the perfect balance of style, flexibility and sound.

Headset Features:

Modular design provides a choice of mono/stereo audio options and wearing styles.
Durable, portable design easily tucks into travel case; ideal for professionals on-the-go.
Headset can be worn over-the-ear or behind-the-head depending on user preference (neckband sold separately).
Answer/end/mute controls simplify call management while inline indicator lights show call or mute status.
Noise-canceling mic reduces background noise interruptions, ensuring great audio quality and easing listening-fatigue.
Wideband audio delivers increased speech clarity, providing the best possible PC audio quality.
A dynamic EQ feature optimizes voice quality when on calls, and automatically adjusts music.
Member of the Blackwire 400 series of computer headsets.

***Special Rules and Conditions***

Click here to enter – Contest ends January 9th, 2012!

Free standard shipping within the United States is included. Headsets Direct employees and families are not eligible to win.

Question: I like the sound of my HW291N headset but is there an inexpensive way to connect it to my computer?  Also, I want it to be able to connect to the USB port on my computer.

Solution: You don’t have to look very far, my friend.  Plantronics has a very simple user-friendly solution — the DA40 USB adapter.  The DA40 USB adapter is the most economical enterprise-class solution available for connecting your headset to a computer.  This entry-level solution fits into contact centers and enterprises anywhere and everywhere.  Its high-quality audio translates to smoother, more concise customer communications and improved satisfaction for the user.  And don’t let the term entry-level fool you, the DA40 USB adapter offers wideband compatibility for crisp audio sound and lower listener fatigue.  This low cost adapter works with all Plantronics H-series headsets, including the latest wideband models, to deliver outstanding audio quality, reliability and a choice of wearing styles, something you don’t see even in higher priced brands.  Connecting up the plug-and-play USB adapter cord is as simple as… well, plug and play.  Now you’re free to experience the legendary quality of a Plantronics headset.

Contact the sales team at Headsets Direct (800-914-7996) to learn more about the DA40 USB adapter, the DA60 upgrade or any of the latest headsets from Plantronics for the office, your home or on the go.