Comments on: Review: Jawbone 2 Bluetooth Earpiece

By: Mark Smith

Mark Smith — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:39:02 +0000

I had the same problem with the Jawbone II falling off my ear. I had custom made ear molds made by “Big Ear” for the Jawbone II and solved the problem. There is no better fit than a custom made ear piece designed especially for you and the Jawbone II. Check out this link, expensive, but you’ll never worry about your Jawbone II falling off your ear again.

http://www.bigearinc.com/Products/Telephony.aspx

By: MRComment

MRComment — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:57:19 +0000

Aliph Jawbone Prime, which will replace the Jawbone 2, and is the company's best headset yet. The Jawbone Prime is just as stylish as its predecessor, and it boasts even better noise-cancellation and comfort. However,the call quality isn't the best. The best call quality headset is Plantronics Voyager Pro but its design is very simple. Detail of Comparing among top 5 headsets is availble at http://www.coolcheapest.com/Headsets.aspx .

By: techlady

techlady — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 19:50:30 +0000

I agree with you. I had the first Jawbones and it felt heavy and I fumbled with putting it on while driving. This new one is much lighter and easier to manipulate. The only problem I have is with the initial pairing. I have turned off the Bluetooth on the iPhone and then turned my iPhone off and on. Turned the Bluetooth back on the iPhone. Pressed the 2 buttons on the Jawbones still don’t get the cycling Red and White lights. I charged it for an hour before I attempted pairing. So when all I got was a flashing red light after a single white light I placed it on the charger overnight. Got the same thing the next day. Any suggestions.

By: Jaxlee

Jaxlee — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:27:55 +0000

You guys should check out http://www.woot.com today if you are looking at getting the Jawbone 2…$44.99!!

By: Ted

Ted — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 18:43:40 +0000

My brother has the first generation and really liked it, so I purchased the second generation. The fit was not all that good until I took the ear loop off and put on a Jabra ear piece. If you use the smallest rubber piece it fits nicely into the Jabra. Now it is very comfortable and stable.

I do however, have a problem with the back button. I had this for about two weeks and the back button stopped working. I took it back and got another one. I’ve had this one for about a week and the back button has quit again. I’m not really sure what’s up with that. I’m afraid to try another one. If it lasts just long enough to get past the return date, I’ll be stuck with it. Any Ideas, let me know.

By: Don

Don — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:58:43 +0000

My Jawbone is headed back. Tghis earpiece is not made for smeone who bends over or waers sideburns or glasses. I couldn’t keep the earpiece n my ear … it kept falling out everytime I bent over. So back to Plantronics for me.

By: Tillman

Tillman — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:02:47 +0000

I do use a bluetooth headset. I have owned three Jawbones, 2 originals and one Jawbone 2. I also agree on the fit of the ear piece but I changed the ear loop and now it is fantastic. I also agree that when you turn up the volume you get the crackling noise.

What I really like is the size, comfortable fit, ability to turn the blinking light off (BIG DEAL), and the new features that were added. I do wish I could have two device connected like my Plantronics 510, but we can’t win them all. I am a heavy user and I am always surprised when people can’t really tell if I’m in the mall surrounded by hundreds of people or at my local coffe shop. Anyway I like your site and I want to finish looking around.
Have an awesome day.

By: Samuel Harris

Samuel Harris — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:15:00 +0000

Good Honest Review. After purchasing the JawBoneII for my HTC Mogul, I noticed there was crackling when I place the volumn on the highest level. But the biggest problem was the fitting of the earpiece; It was to difficult to keep the device resting on my cheek. The slightest head movement caused problems. I agree with the earlier comment, they should have have produced a more flexible loop, that you can adjust. The current earloop, keeps its original form. Due to the Volumn problems and Ear Adjustments, sad to say that I am going to return the item. *** Oh.. one other thing, after talking with JawBone Customer support, they are offering a new earbud free. Use must send in the purchasing information ***. Good Luck

By: Victor

Victor — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:20:28 +0000

The USB charger is almost impossible to remove from the earpiece. Finally after tuggingnhard the earpiece came off. I had to glue it back on. Anyone else have that problem.

By: John B

John B — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 04:59:10 +0000

New Jawbone is fine. Leather-covered earloops didn’t fit at all well (wearing glasses), but skinny wire ones and small earpod make a perfect, stable, comfortable fit.

By: Fred Parenteau

Fred Parenteau — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:33:03 +0000

All I can say about this headset is that I ran it through the wash ( it was in a shirt pocket) then through the dryer. Assuming that it was ruined when I found it, I went out and bought another one since I like the new version so much. Well today I was going to throw it out but just for kicks I plugged it in to charge and it worked!! Calls and everything works as new. Any product that can survive a laundry machine and dryer has my vote!!

By: Mark

Mark — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:54:55 +0000

very interesting to hear all these complaints on fit. I found the first version to be very difficult to put on in a hurry and it moved a lot if you turn your head. This new version I can throw on my ear and get a perfect comfortable fit instantaneously.

I find it odd that the light indicated on or off and other things is at the same location as the button itself. makes it difficult to know when you have turned it on or off.

Also, if i turn it on in the vicinity of the iphone 3G it is always connected nicely. but if I leave and come back without turning it on and off, the phone does not realize it is there when I place a call. anyone have that problem?

By: R. Johns

R. Johns — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:09:09 +0000

I own both versions of the Jawbone. The original I was very pleased wth. The “new” version 2 is extremely difficult to keep fitted to your ear. The slightest head movement and out it pops. The actual ear loop is far too small and simple. I don’t have huge ears, but none of the four loops that come with it do anything but hang on you at best. Just not a good design. The original was great, why fix it if it is not broke! Mine is going back to the dealer.

By: Dustin

Dustin — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:50:27 +0000

They are great bluetooth headsets. Their commercials are pretty crazy. Really some of the best commercials for a bluetooth/cell phone I have seen in a long time. Highlight the noise cancelling feature in a really twisted, sick, gruesome way.

http://handsfreelawinfo.com/jawbone-bluetooth-headset-commercials

By: Aron Clark

Aron Clark — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:26:29 +0000

Niiccee.. if I had an iPhone (which hopefully I will soon!), this would probably be my headset of choice.

Well, either this or some cheap one that I bought somewhere and still does the job (just about) but doesn’t do a quarter of as many features. Simply because I’m a cheapskate like that.. ;)

http://DarJon.co.nr

By: Elliot

Elliot — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:54:41 +0000

wow, 1000 blog posts.

By: Michael Strutton

Michael Strutton — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 05:13:29 +0000

Good review. I’m in the market for another headset for the wife. I personally have a Plantronics 520 and love it. Its noise reduction feature is great. I can carry a conversation with the windows down at 60-70 MPH. Battery life is more than enough. I think I paid around $80-90 and just noticed they are only $42.99 on Amazon. Guess I’ll stick with what I know.

By: Tom

Tom — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:36:19 +0000

If anyones interested in reading my full review on the Jawbone, I’m including a link below:

http://www.handsfreed.com/new-jawbone-2-review/

By: Patrice

Patrice — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:08:01 +0000

Great review Paul. I use the Apple iPhone Bluetooth Headset and I like it a lot.
Small: May be too small
Light: I don’t feel it – i am always scared to loose it.
Easy to charge on the same plug than the iphone : one less cable and charger to carry when I travel.
Like you I was not (really not) a big fan of bluetooth headset, so I surprised myself switching to it during a long phone call (hey mum!).
The only problem is when I speak with someone who is also on a bluetooth headset. Then the communication is really loosing quality.

By: Stephen

Stephen — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:30:19 +0000

I own a Jawbone 1 and a Jawbne 2. I was never happy with the fit. So I bought a Blueant z9i, it is better than my Jawbone in fit and ease of use. It also allows you to use it on two phones at once and have up to 5 devices paired with it. It is more than loud enough and has excellent noise cancellation.

By: Nicholas

Nicholas — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 23:00:06 +0000

I use a Motorola H681. It rocks: great call quality, good battery life, good Bluetooth signal, and it’s tiny.

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By: Tom

Tom — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:20:49 +0000

I totally agree with you, although mine didn’t disconnect yet at all. Range doesn’t count as a valid reason for disconnection.

I did some sound tests for the Jawbone while driving with windows open on the highway and some other stuff like that. I’ll be posting my review soon too. :)

Go jawbone!!

By: Dave Zatz

Dave Zatz — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:00:26 +0000

I got rid of my v1 Jawbone – was too bulky and uncomfortable. Picked up a Jabra BT8040 which resolves both of those issues and cost much less than the pricey Jawbone 2. Call quality on both ends was decent while passing through Times Square on foot. No complaints. Regarding Jawbone 2, for that price point I expect a few more bells and whistles starting with multipoint pairing.

By: Adrian

Adrian — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 11:20:38 +0000

Good, honest review Paul, I’ve always had the impression the quality of the Jawbone has been exaggerated a bit by some owner, at least I’ve never been too impressed speaking to people with it on.

But did you get a chance to test it out on the street much? That’s where I think its main advantage lies: Being able to walk down a busy road and still hear the other person…