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Plantronics Explorer 500

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User ratings:
87
3.7 out of 5
87 user ratings
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
22 %
3 stars
29 %
2 stars
8 %
1 stars
4 %
Editorial reviews:
3
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3 editorial reviews
The $60 Plantronics Explorer 500 sets the benchmark for affordable, no-frills Bluetooth headsets.Read more
Plantronic's reasonably-priced Explorer 500 Bluetooth headset offers good quality audio and an innovative strap that acts as both a charging cable and carry loop.Read more
Replacing the Marque 2, this $60 Bluetooth headset offers dual microphones with "noise-canceling DSP and GSMA-certified HD Voice," and a unique USB charging strap.Read more
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Pros

  • good
  • excellent
  • clear

Cons

  • the ear piece is a little awkward and doesn t come with different sizes
  • rubbery side has a rigid pattern on both of its ends
  • offer features such as water resistance or a charging case

Key specs

  • Closed
  • Mono
  • In-Ear

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Plantronics Explorer 500 - Pros & Cons

Plantronics Explorer 500

Pros

  • good
  • excellent
  • clear
  • comfortable and better
  • small
  • comfortable to wear
  • easy to use
  • the product
  • small
  • comfortable to wear
  • easy to use

Cons

  • the ear piece is a little awkward and doesn t come with different sizes
  • rubbery side has a rigid pattern on both of its ends
  • offer features such as water resistance or a charging case
  • no AC adapter
  • not quite as comfortable as the Jabra Eclipse
  • designs range from dull to aggressively corporate
  • doesn't have a built-in battery for recharging the headset on the

Plantronics Explorer 500 - Technical Overview

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Plantronics Explorer 500 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputMono
StyleIn-Ear
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
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Dimensions
Weight0.26 oz
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes
Buttons
  • Answer button
  • Volume
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Design
Colour of product
  • Beige
  • Black
  • Gold
  • Grey
  • Silver
  • White
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeEarloop/Ear conch
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Connectivity
Audio streaming via bluetooth
  • A2DP
  • HFP
  • HSP
Bluetooth version4.1
Bluetooth profile
  • HSP
  • HFP
  • A2DP
Bluetooth codecSBC
Wireless connectionBluetooth
USByes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
Multi Point connectionyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Battery life7.0 h
Standby time288.0 h
Charging via USByes

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