Plantronics BackBeat 903+ Headset
The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ certainly has more features than its predecessor, but the rest of the design suffers from the same problems.
Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ offers decent music playback quality and a design that is best suited for workouts. Improved features include voice alerts and a battery meter on the iPhone.
The Bad: The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ has a behind-the-neck design that may not suit everyone. We also experienced subpar call quality.
The Bottom Line: The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ certainly has more features than its predecessor, but the rest of the design suffers from the same problems.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 181 reviews of Plantronics Backbeat 903 from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 79/100. Comparing these reviews to 147537 other Headsets reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 91/100 = Excellent.
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expertreviews.co.uk
Review Summary: Plantronics' BackBeat 903+ Bluetooth headset is actually developed by Altec Lansing, which Plantronics bought in 2005. It looks like it's going to be uncomfortable, but we were pleasantly surprised to find that it's actually very well designed and easy...
The Verdict: Although the button layout and comfort aren't perfect, this is a well-designed and pleasant-sounding Bluetooth headset for the money
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epinions.com
Review Summary: I received my Plantronic 903 headset for Christmas, and have been regularly using it since then. It is a capable little headset that performs well at most functions and just average at others. All in all I believe it to be a quality purchase ...
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trustedreviews.com
Review Summary: Looking for a bluetooth stereo headset to use with your music phone? The BackBeat 903+ might fit the bill.
The Verdict: The design of the BackBeat 903+ means this headset won’t appeal to everyone and we do think the lack of multipoint support is disappointing. However, it is relatively comfortable to wear, produces decent audio quality and works well as a headset for...
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pocket-lint.com
Review Summary: The idea of wireless headphones is a dream come true for those of us that face a tangle of wires during our daily hour or 2 of commuter-based music listening, or those that require an unfettered connection in the gym. And the concept is even more...
The Verdict: Overall, this a good product with decent audio, although the over-ear design won't be everyone's cup of tea
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slashgear.com
Review Summary: Plantronics' BackBeat headphones have been around for some time now, with the company gradually evolving the design and hardware to keep the stereo Bluetooth headset ahead of the game. The latest iteration is the BackBeat 903+, packing the newest...
The Verdict: Considering the improvements in build, audio performance and usability over the headset it replaces, and the fact that Plantronics have kept the price at $99.99, we’re finding it tough to criticize the BackBeat 903+. Yes, if you’re a glasses wearer it...
Price Range: $32.95 - $56.99
- Plantronics, Inc.
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General
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Product Type- Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
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Weight1.2 oz
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Recommended UseCellular phone, Portable audio system
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Additional FeaturesAudioIQ, Dual microphones, Built-in DSP, Noise canceling circuit, Bass Boost
Headphones
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Headphones TypeHeadphones - Binaural
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Headphones Form FactorIn-ear ear-bud (with behind-the-neck mount)
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Connectivity TechnologyWireless - Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
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Bluetooth ProfilesAdvanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), Hands Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP)
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Sound Output ModeStereo
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Response Bandwidth80 - 12000 Hz
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Sensitivity91 dB
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Impedance17 Ohm
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Diaphragm0.6 in
Microphone
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TypeBuilt-in
Remote Control
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TypeNone
Connections
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Connector TypeBluetooth
Power
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Power DeviceNone
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BatteryHeadset battery - Rechargeable - Lithium polymer
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Run Time (Up To)7 hour(s)
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Standby Time168 hour(s)
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