Motorola Bluetooth H12 Headset, Crystal Talk technology, Compliant with Bluetooth v2.0 devices

Motorola H12 BT headset I purchased this BT headset to use primarily at work while on patrol. As an officer, I need to have my hands free as possible to use other devices in my vehicle. BT seemed to be the logical choice so I started with this particular unit. It's easy to pair with my phone but that's where the goodness ends. The sound quality and volume during conversations was poor. The other party I speak to advises they can certainly tell I'm on a BT device as the sound is scratchy and tinny. The same holds true on my end of the conversation. The volume is just not loud enough. In fact, I have to push the device in my ear to hear the conversation. The round earpiece just doesn't fit properly. The next issue is the voice dialing. In short, this feature simply does not work. When you speak a command, the computerized voice repeats something completely wrong each and every time. I guess I shouldn't complain since I paid less than $30.00 for it but I've since replaced it with a much better BT headset made by Plantronics. The Motorola got chucked into a drawer in my desk. I'm not real sure what I will do with it. I would not buy the Motorola H12 BT headset again and therefore, wouldn't recommend it to anyone else. Rating: 3 (Motorola Bluetooth H12 Headset, Crystal Talk technology, Compliant with Bluetooth v2.0 devices customer review by Just B, 2010-02-07)

Works very well while it lasts- about 11 months Pros: -Volume and clarity very good. -Noise reduction excellent. I can be on my noisy treadmill and the listener cannot hear it. -Quick to put on ear and take off -Choice of ear adapters to help customize fit, or can use without adapter to partially embed in canal -Nice magnetic grab charging base for quick effortless connection/disconnection. -Two charging bases, one for desktop, another to carry on trips that encloses/protects headset Cons: - I have owned three now because they wear out almost to the day the warranty expires (one year). Suddenly you cannot hear anything and nobody can hear you. That is the reason only 4 stars on construction Rating: 4 (Motorola Bluetooth H12 Headset, Crystal Talk technology, Compliant with Bluetooth v2.0 devices customer review by Ryan Davis, 2010-01-31)

Tinny and Awful I've used several Motorola bluetooth headsets to my satisfaction. I lost my Motorola 710 and decided to purchase the H12 because of the price. Big mistake! The Motorola H12 has two magnetic contacts that conveniently connect to two different chargers, depending on your accessories. The H12's sound quality, however, is tinny and just awful. Words are difficult to differentiate so callers have to repeat themselves unless they speak very slowly. The earpiece doesn't fit well so I push it against my ear in order to hear more clearly. There is no noise cancellation because the sound is still tinny. I'm going back to the 710. Rating: 1 (Motorola Bluetooth H12 Headset, Crystal Talk technology, Compliant with Bluetooth v2.0 devices customer review by SmartGirl, 2010-01-09)

Not Bad, Not Good, but Better than Bad! I actually like this product..... People say this ear piece sounds better over my Blackberry Pearl on the Freeways in Los Angeles than my last Motorola ear piece, the Motorola H375. BUT on the freeway, I don't always need it in my ear all day long. When I hear a call, the phone has already rung 2 or 3 times (you know, loud radio, trying to drive, etc.). My Motorola H375 used to pick up from Power ON to CONNECT in 3 seconds (from the same phone too!) The Motorola Bluetooth H12 takes 7-9 SECONDS to power-up, play a little chime (pointless), connect to phone, THEN connect to call. By that time the call has gone to voice mail and I have to call back. I need Motorola to make quick response earpieces for L.A. drivers! Till then I'll keep this since people can actually hear me with the freeway tire noise and air conditioning. People can also hear my radio station! So remember to turn the radio down. OTHER NOTES: - Oh, and the listening volume for the H12 is louder than my last ear piece. If I want to blow my ear drums that's my prerogative! - The plastic ear hook is cheaper than the Motorola H375 version. It broke and I had to replace it. I bought replacements from auction sites real cheap. Works AWESOME for people wearing glasses all day like me! - The Motorola H375 was mini-usb charged like my Blackberry and I had all these chargers ready to go. The H12 HAS to be charged by a cradle, but at least they give you two, one for the car and one for home. I actually like the "home" charger better for the car, easier to slide on and off, compared to the H12 "car" charger (really difficult). Now I have THREE cig-lighter chargers for Blackberry, ITouch, and ear-piece, ugh! - I had to buy extra ear rubbers from Motorola directly, but you can find them at auction sites, maybe even Amazon. They are compatible with the H12. - IT'S SOOO NICE to pay only $22 than $75 from office supply stores! AMAZON ROCKS! L.A. freeways are just noisy. Good Luck! Rating: 3 (Motorola Bluetooth H12 Headset, Crystal Talk technology, Compliant with Bluetooth v2.0 devices customer review by M. Austin, 2009-11-16)

Best ear piece ever Comes with two charging stations - one has a cover for travel and the other one is a desktop style that actually has a magnetic pull so that you dock the ear piece correctly each time. Good sound quality and volume. Finally found a good ear piece that works with my Palm 800W Rating: 5 (Motorola Bluetooth H12 Headset, Crystal Talk technology, Compliant with Bluetooth v2.0 devices customer review by Big RIP, 2009-09-23)