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BlueAnt V1 Voice Control

BlueAnt V1 Voice Control
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REVIEW

If you've ever been befuddled by the complex controls of a Bluetooth headset, BlueAnt has a new model just for you. The V1 is a voice-enabled headset that, save for its multifunction Call button and Volume buttons, works entirely by voice command. That means you can do everything from pairing to adjusting its various modes without learning arcane button combinations and beep codes. If you forget a command, or want a quick overview of what the V1 is capable of, simply press the multifunction button and ask, "What can I say?" and the device will graciously tell you. Once you get past the audio gimmickry, it's a pretty capable headset, too.

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Company

BlueAnt Pty Ltd.

http://www.blueantwireless.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $129.95 List

Bottom Line

The V1 is another solid entry from BlueAnt. It's plenty of fun to use given its voice-enabled command structure, but other Bluetooth headsets offer better sound quality at this price.

Pros

Stylish. Lightweight. Plenty of volume. Transparent voice-enabled interface.

Cons

On the expensive side. Slightly unnatural voice timbre. Voice-dialing feature is a little buggy.

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