My first blog post topic was about my problems with bluetooth speakerphones. To recap - I simply wanted a device which would allow me to make and receive phone calls in my car without placing myself or anyone else in danger. I'd tried several models and all of them were terrible for one reason or another.
Well - today, I can confidently state that my problem has been solved. I've found two models that work very well.
The first (pictured on the left) is the Parrot Minikit Slim. This bluetooth speakerphone has exceptional audio quality, is very compact, and is a breeze to use. The only issue I have with it is the build quality. The visor clip is very flimsy. If the visors in your car are too thick, then this bluetooth speaker phone might very well fall off. As a result, I've found myself using this handsfree device as a speakerphone in my home more often then in my car. It's great for those times when you will be holding a long conversation with someone and you don't want to hold a phone to your ear. You can pick this speaker phone up at Fry's for $79.99.
I initially went to Fry's looking for the second bluetooth speakerphone pictured above but they were sold out (probably a good sign I thought to myself). The second (pictured on the right) is the MOTOROKR T505. This device was recommended to me by a friend (Thanks, Brian O!). This speakerphone works great. The build quality is solid. And, it has one feature that really makes this product worth the price. This speakerphone has a FM transmitter which will allow you transmit the audio from callers through your car's speakers (not a requirement in my mind but a definite nice-to-have). At $99.99, this unit cost a little more than I had initially wanted to pay (I got mine at Best Buy). But, this speakerphone is definitely worth the extra $20.
Long story - short, if you ever decide to purchase a bluetooth speakerphone for in-car or in-home use, you can't go wrong with either of these models. You certainly could pay less but my experience has taught me that you get what you pay for with these devices.
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