theBoom Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset

Product Description

Product Description:
A revolutionary new noise cancelling headset that lets users make or take a call anywhere and be heard clearly. Proven for years on Wall Street and tested in Black Hawk Helicopter noise, theBoom is now available for cell phone users who want to be heard clearly. Jacks included in the box are the generic 2.5 mm jack, and the ''nokia'' (4-4 conductor) 2.5 mm jack. For other adaptors, please specify cell phone make and model.
theBoom Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset
Average customer rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars
  • If price is no object, get three
  • Way too much hyped up. Extremely disappointed
 theBoom Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset

Manufacturer: UmeVoice, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE

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Product Features:
  • Freedom. Communicate clearly anytime, anywhere! No matter where you are don't hesitate to make or take that call.
  • Unmatched Clarity. Even in the noisiest environment, theBoom's patented technology will allow you to be heard clearly.
  • Privacy; Whisper and be Heard; the person next to you can't overhear you, the person at the other end of the line hears you clearly
  • Increased Productivity. Reduce the time you spend on the phone repeating yourself or explaining to the other person where your calling from. theBoom's unique technology will allow you to be heard clearly the first time you speak and the other party will always assume you are in a quiet place.
  • Connection to virtually any communications device! theBoom's unique universal jack allows the same product to interface to multiple devices. Don't be concerned that you'll have to replace theBoom every time you change the cell phone, PDA or computer you are using.

ASIN: B0002KZLWK

Product Description

A revolutionary new noise cancelling headset that lets users make or take a call anywhere and be heard clearly. Proven for years on Wall Street and tested in Black Hawk Helicopter noise, theBoom is now available for cell phone users who want to be heard clearly. Jacks included in the box are the generic 2.5 mm jack, and the ''nokia'' (4-4 conductor) 2.5 mm jack. For other adaptors, please specify cell phone make and model.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars If price is no object, get three.......2006-04-07

The hype is, in fact, true. The microphone on this headset is MILES better than any other at noise rejection; and I have tried most of the competition. You can in fact have a coherent conversation in a hushed voice while a semi trailer is driving past you on the street. The caller on the other end doesn't hear "nothing"---but they don't hear anything distracting. In addition, the clunky silicone "ear funnel" makes it easy to hear callers even in loud conditions, even at 50% volume on my Blackberry.

That said, there are several real drawbacks:

1) As a previous reviewer noted, the wind rejection is not great. The included windscreen is too small; it helps but doesn't solve the problem. I work on roofs in windy Illinois, so this is a problem, but it's no worse than other headsets. I will try a giant fuzzy ball on my next Boom, to see if that can totally eliminate the sound of a 30MPH gust.

2) The Mic is very directional, so the "fading" the previous reviewer saw was probably due the the mic drifting out of the sweet spot ~ 1" away from and slightly above your mouth. Outside of that zone, the mic eliminates the "noise" of your voice very effectively! =)

3) The ear holder is uncomfortable after many hours. This product is not "dainty", and it comes with a tenacious moldable thing that holds the headset in place. To get a snug fit, you bend it tightly around your ear. After a few hours, this HURTS.

4) Build quality SUCKS. My first Boom broke, so I super-glued it. After a couple months it got stolen, so then I waited (and waited!) for them to release the new version. The new one broke again (in a different place) after a month, so I super-glued IT. Then it broke again (in a third place), and I glued it again, and now the adapter cord is broken so I can't use it until I get a replacement.

5) Support SUCKS. It took me NINE MONTHS to get my v4 Boom. During this time, they were totally out of stock. Then, they forgot I was on the pre-order list. Then they charged my credit card and didn't send the item. Finally, they sent the item (along with some tasty chocolate as a mea culpa). Then I lost the "ear funnel", and needed a replacement. Took me six phone calls to reach someone. Then it started breaking (see above). Ten phone calls later, I haven't reached a single human nor recieved a callback.

BOTTOM LINE: Their amazing technology solves the big problem for me: project a professional phone presence while still getting the work done. I spend about 4 hours per day on my cell phone, mostly outdoors and driving, so this is a Must Have. So I'm going to just buy the damn things in bulk and live with the crappy support and fragility. If talking with customers in a loud environment is not a necessity for you, go with something that doesn't work as well but is cheaper and less breakable.

If they start giving better support, in a way that I can tell is not just to appease me, I'll ammend this review.

1 out of 5 stars Way too much hyped up. Extremely disappointed.......2004-12-12

Hi, I generally try to give a product a fair chance before forming a judgment. I have to talk on phone a lot (suffice to say that I have a 5000 minutes plan for my mobile) and hence wanted to invest in a "state-of-the-art" head set for my cell phone. The main criterion I had was that my client should not know if I was making the call from my car, while crossing the road or my office. I searched on the internet and found this head set.
This headset is not as comfortable or as non conspicuous like the others smaller Bluetooth enabled (like by Jabra). I was willing to tolerate some discomfort as long as I could conduct a professional voice call with my clients without background noise.
Well, I started talking on this headset, assuming that all the marketing hype was true. But soon I realized that this headset cannot be trusted. I was making a call to my wife one day and she asked me if the weather was really bad. I was walking in slight windy conditions while talking to her and she heard a storm in the back ground. Same happened while the AC vents in the car were blowing air. OK, maybe this head set might be build just for places where there is no wind.
But lo and behold, while calling from my office too, it seams that this headset would sometimes fade in-fadeout.
I was really disappointed with this set.
This head set comes in 2 parts: the long mic piece detaches from the holder which wraps around your ear. One fine day I lost the ear piece which was a blessing in disguise since I was not going to throw a $150 head set in the trash voluntarily. Right now, I am using the cheapo headset that comes with the phone and I am much happier.
theBoom Quiet Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		theBoom Quiet Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset

    Manufacturer: UmeVoice, Inc.
    ProductGroup: CE

    Novelty TelephonesNovelty Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
    Office ElectronicsOffice Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
    PhonesPhones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
    Product Features:
    • Freedom. Communicate clearly anytime, anywhere! No matter where you are don't hesitate to make or take that call.
    • Unmatched Clarity. Even in the noisiest environment, theBoom's patented technology will allow you to be heard clearly.
    • Privacy; Whisper and be Heard; the person next to you can't overhear you, the person at the other end of the line hears you clearly
    • Increased Productivity. Reduce the time you spend on the phone repeating yourself or explaining to the other person where your calling from. theBoom's unique technology will allow you to be heard clearly the first time you speak and the other party will always assume you are in a quiet place.
    • Connection to virtually any communications device! theBoom's unique universal jack allows the same product to interface to multiple devices. Don't be concerned that you'll have to replace theBoom every time you change the cell phone, PDA or computer you are using.

    ASIN: B0002M717G

    Product Description

    A revolutionary new noise cancelling headset that lets users make or take a call anywhere and be heard clearly. Proven for years on Wall Street and tested in Black Hawk Helicopter noise, theBoom is now available for cell phone users who want to be heard clearly. Jacks included in the box are the generic 2.5 mm jack, and the ''nokia'' (4-4 conductor) 2.5 mm jack. For other adaptors, please specify cell phone make and model.
    theBoom Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		theBoom Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset

      Manufacturer: UmeVoice, Inc.
      ProductGroup: CE

      HeadsetsHeadsets | Telephone Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
      Product Features:
      • Freedom. Communicate clearly anytime, anywhere! No matter where you are don't hesitate to make or take that call.
      • Unmatched Clarity. Even in the noisiest environment, theBoom's patented technology will allow you to be heard clearly.
      • Privacy; Whisper and be Heard; the person next to you can't overhear you, the person at the other end of the line hears you clearly
      • Increased Productivity. Reduce the time you spend on the phone repeating yourself or explaining to the other person where your calling from. theBoom's unique technology will allow you to be heard clearly the first time you speak and the other party will always assume you are in a quiet place.
      • Connection to virtually any communications device! theBoom's unique universal jack allows the same product to interface to multiple devices. Don't be concerned that you'll have to replace theBoom every time you change the cell phone, PDA or computer you are using.

      ASIN: B0002KZLXO

      Product Description

      A revolutionary new noise cancelling headset that lets users make or take a call anywhere and be heard clearly. Proven for years on Wall Street and tested in Black Hawk Helicopter noise, theBoom is now available for cell phone users who want to be heard clearly. Jacks included in the box are the generic 2.5 mm jack, and the ''nokia'' (4-4 conductor) 2.5 mm jack. For other adaptors, please specify cell phone make and model.
      theBoom Traveler Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		theBoom Traveler Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset

        Manufacturer: UmeVoice, Inc.
        ProductGroup: CE

        Novelty TelephonesNovelty Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
        Office ElectronicsOffice Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        PhonesPhones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        Product Features:
        • Freedom. Communicate clearly anytime, anywhere! No matter where you are don't hesitate to make or take that call.
        • Unmatched Clarity. Even in the noisiest environment, theBoom's patented technology will allow you to be heard clearly.
        • Privacy; Whisper and be Heard; the person next to you can't overhear you, the person at the other end of the line hears you clearly
        • Increased Productivity. Reduce the time you spend on the phone repeating yourself or explaining to the other person where your calling from. theBoom's unique technology will allow you to be heard clearly the first time you speak and the other party will always assume you are in a quiet place.
        • Connection to virtually any communications device! theBoom's unique universal jack allows the same product to interface to multiple devices. Don't be concerned that you'll have to replace theBoom every time you change the cell phone, PDA or computer you are using.

        ASIN: B0002KZLWU

        Product Description

        A revolutionary new noise cancelling headset that lets users make or take a call anywhere and be heard clearly. Proven for years on Wall Street and tested in Black Hawk Helicopter noise, theBoom is now available for cell phone users who want to be heard clearly. Jacks included in the box are the generic 2.5 mm jack, and the ''nokia'' (4-4 conductor) 2.5 mm jack. For other adaptors, please specify cell phone make and model.
        theBoom Quiet Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          		theBoom Quiet Hands Free Noise Cancelling Telephone Headset

          Manufacturer: UmeVoice, Inc.
          ProductGroup: CE

          HeadsetsHeadsets | Telephone Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
          Product Features:
          • Freedom. Communicate clearly anytime, anywhere! No matter where you are don't hesitate to make or take that call.
          • Unmatched Clarity. Even in the noisiest environment, theBoom's patented technology will allow you to be heard clearly.
          • Privacy; Whisper and be Heard; the person next to you can't overhear you, the person at the other end of the line hears you clearly
          • Increased Productivity. Reduce the time you spend on the phone repeating yourself or explaining to the other person where your calling from. theBoom's unique technology will allow you to be heard clearly the first time you speak and the other party will always assume you are in a quiet place.
          • Connection to virtually any communications device! theBoom's unique universal jack allows the same product to interface to multiple devices. Don't be concerned that you'll have to replace theBoom every time you change the cell phone, PDA or computer you are using.

          ASIN: B0002M74XW

          Product Description

          A revolutionary new noise cancelling headset that lets users make or take a call anywhere and be heard clearly. Proven for years on Wall Street and tested in Black Hawk Helicopter noise, theBoom is now available for cell phone users who want to be heard clearly. Jacks included in the box are the generic 2.5 mm jack, and the ''nokia'' (4-4 conductor) 2.5 mm jack. For other adaptors, please specify cell phone make and model.

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