Plantronics BackBeat 903+ Headset

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7 Reviews | About the ZDNet Score

The Plantronics BackBeat 903+ certainly has more features than its predecessor, but the rest of the design suffers from the same problems.

Reviews

  • 7.3

    CNET Review

    February 16, 2011 | 6:30 PM PST

    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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  • 9.1

    alaTest.com

    May 26, 2012 | 12:00 AM PDT

    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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  • 8.0

    expertreviews.co.uk

    April 2, 2012 | 12:00 AM PDT

    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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  • 8.0

    epinions.com

    March 24, 2012 | 12:00 AM PDT

    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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  • 8.0

    trustedreviews.com

    March 9, 2011 | 12:00 AM PST

    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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  • 7.0

    pocket-lint.com

    November 23, 2010 | 12:00 AM PST

    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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  • No Rating

    slashgear.com

    September 22, 2010 | 12:00 AM PDT

    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...

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Price Range: $32.95 - $56.99

  • Manufacturer: Plantronics, Inc.
  • Part number: 8250008

General

  • Product Type
    - Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
  • Weight
    1.2 oz
  • Recommended Use
    Cellular phone, Portable audio system
  • Additional Features
    AudioIQ, Dual microphones, Built-in DSP, Noise canceling circuit, Bass Boost

Headphones

  • Headphones Type
    Headphones - Binaural
  • Headphones Form Factor
    In-ear ear-bud (with behind-the-neck mount)
  • Connectivity Technology
    Wireless - Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
  • Bluetooth Profiles
    Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), Hands Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP)
  • Sound Output Mode
    Stereo
  • Response Bandwidth
    80 - 12000 Hz
  • Sensitivity
    91 dB
  • Impedance
    17 Ohm
  • Diaphragm
    0.6 in

Microphone

  • Type
    Built-in

Remote Control

  • Type
    None

Connections

  • Connector Type
    Bluetooth

Power

  • Power Device
    None
  • Battery
    Headset battery - Rechargeable - Lithium polymer
  • Run Time (Up To)
    7 hour(s)
  • Standby Time
    168 hour(s)

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