- Stylish, lightweight Bluetooth 2.0 communication headset in chocolate provides maximum comfort for long wear
- High digital signal processing (DSP) produces crystal clear sound via noise reduction and echo cancellation
- Flexible earloop can be rotated and adjusted to fit on either the left or the right ear
- Voice dialing capabiltiy enables you to make a phone call with your voice, not your hands (requires compatible handset)
- Up to 5 hours of talk time and 170 hours of standby time
Product Description
Do not be tied down by wires! The Latte Bluetooth headset Latte Mocha Series provides hands-free and wireless mobile communication by blending a stylish and compact design with the latest Bluetooth technology. Latte’s high DSP technology produces crystal clear sound via noise reduction and echo cancellation. The Latte Mocha is super lightweight that not only provides maximum comfort even for long wearing periods, but also facilitates easy storage when the device is not in use. It allows you to talk freely even when your phone is in your pocket or across the room. – DSP Technology: Noise Reduction & Echo Cacellation – Bluetooth v2.0 – CSR Chipset – Crystal clear sound – Ergonomic design: Shape Memory Alloy ear-loop material allows to reshape the loop to fit the ear shape – Voice dialing, call waiting, last number redialing capable – Long operation time: up to 7 talk time and 170 hours standby time – 33ft distance rangeAmazon.com Product DescriptionMore >>
Latte Communications Bluetooth Headset with Noise Reduction
May 9th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
This is a wonderful bluetooth headset to use with the iPhone 3G. The clarity of the calls and the quality from both ends is not only impressive, it is invaluable. My friend thought I was calling from a landline when I first called him using the Latte Mocha headset. Even in noisy settings, callers can hear what I am saying clearly without asking me to repeat myself.
The battery life is really impressive as it’s lasted in upwards of 3-4 days from a full charge, using the headset several hours at a time. The headset seamlessly connects right in the middle of a call wherein the bluetooth function was not previously set up on the iPhone 3G. Several times I’ve called people the regular way, put them on speakerphone, navigated to the settings, turned on bluetooth and then the headset to see it effortlessly move the conversation to the Latte Mocha from the phone itself. This is one of my favorite capabilities of this headset, though it may also be related more to the ability of the iPhone 3G.
Initially the headset may feel uncomfortable on the ears but the bendable wire can be shaped to adjust specifically to the curve of your ear. Be very careful rotating this earpiece because it does appear that it can be broken with mild force. You can effectively rotate the earpiece to safely use in the left or the right ear so you can rest assured no matter what side you prefer.
There are a slew of shortcuts to be learned on the Latte Mocha like redialing, call waiting, muting, pausing, etc. that I will probably never use but it is a delight to have a variety of options. I would highly recommend this bluetooth headset to iPhone 3G users because this is what I’ve tested it on. I can’t in good conscience recommend it to users of other phones as I have not personally tested it with other mobile devices. I firmly believe experience to be the best judge and I will leave it to other reviewers to share their personal experience with other cellphones.
Rating: 5 / 5
May 9th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
I don’t usually do reviews but as this product only has a few I though I should help it along. I’ve owned and been exposed to several types of bluetooth products over the past few years and this is the best one to date. The price is great, the sound quality is better, and the volume is fantastic. What’s more, all of the features work as advertised. Well worth the money.
Rating: 5 / 5
May 9th, 2010 at 4:42 pm
I purchased the Latte Bluetooth Headset to replace my old Jabra BT135 (w/c came free with my phone). I was receiving static problems and would lose connectivity with my old headset even if my phone was just in my pocket.
I had thought that the issue was with the Jabra BT135 since I figured it was cheap and free and not meant to last very long. Also, the earhook of my Jabra was starting to break off so it was the perfect excuse to buy a new headset.
The Latte Mocha Bluetooth Headset did not correct the issue. I experienced the same problems with static and lose of connectivity. I discovered that the problem was with my phone (SE W580i) which had poor bluetooth capability. And so, I got another phone which seems to have remedied both the Jabra BT135 and the Latte Mocha connectivity issues.
I am quite disappointed though with the Latte Mocha since I expected (and wanted) it to perform much better than the Jabra BT135 (which looks like a free piece of plastic). The only thing that the Latte Mocha had going for itself when compared against my free headset was the fact that it was smaller and looked better. Unfortunately, when it came down to performance, the Latter Mocha fell short of expectations that were not very high to begin with considering that I was comparing it against an old headset that I got absolutely free.
Here is my comparison:
1. Look – The Latte Mocha takes this category hands down.
2. Feel – The rectangular shape of the Latte Mocha is a nuisance since the corner eats into your ear and starts hurting if you have it on for more than 5 minutes. The Jabra had a better fit and was more comfortable as well. For the Latte Mocha to stay in your ear, you have to make several adjustments.
3. Pairing – equal performance. Simply turn the Latte Mocha on, have your phone bluetooth detect on. Enter the code and you’re connected.
4. Signal Strength – both devices performed almost equally. Although the Latte Mocha did have a bit of a better signal, it wasn’t much of a difference since distance wise, or with an obstruction such as a sliding glass door between the phone and headset would still produce static from just 5-7 feet away.
5. Sound Quality – Now here’s where my biggest problem lies. My old bluetooth headset kills the Latte Mocha in this category. Voice on the Latte Mocha sounds high-pitched and muffled. Although there is clarity in the signal, and the volume is adequate, sound quality is poor compared to my old bluetooth. It’s like listening in to an old transistor radio with really bad speakers. Although the signal is clear, you can’t quite make out what the other person is saying because the sound is too flat. Another issue I have with the Latte Mocha is that when you answer a call, you have to wait 1-2 seconds before speaking or until you hear a short beep. It’s like there is a connection delay which reminds me of 2-way radio. This only happens during initial connection but the rest of the conversation goes smoothly for the most part. I never had that problem with my old headset. One thing the Latte Mocha had going for itself (which is why I decided to keep it) in this category was the background noise filter. In an outdoor setting with slight wind, it would be impossible for me to use my old headset. The Latte Mocha makes outdoor calling slightly more tolerable though I wouldn’t say the quality is great either.
6. Battery Life – The Latte Mocha battery life is fairly decent though not spectacular. I use my bluetooth headset constantly throughout the day. I still keep my old Jabra around as backup since the Latte Mocha, on a full charge, will only last me about a day and a half before the battery runs out on me (average of 2 hrs talk time throughout the day while on standby the rest of the time). When doing a comparison, I found the Jabra battery life to be slightly better since I could get at least 2 days out of it without worrying that the device will go dead.
In conclusion, I would say that the performance of the Latte Mocha was “Just OK.” Considering that I only paid 35 bucks for it, a fair deal it is despite the disappointing performance.
I have tried several bluetooth headsets in the past but have yet to find a mid-cost model with the perfect balance of look, feel and sound quality. I think the best bluetooth headset I have used to date is the Plantronics Voyager 510. But since I don’t want to look like a lost extra from the set of Star Trek, the Latte Mocha will have to do for now.
Rating: 3 / 5
May 9th, 2010 at 5:35 pm
Feels great on the ear. Stays in place fairly well. The noise cancelling works great. You do not hear the background at all.
Recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
May 9th, 2010 at 7:35 pm
Small, comfortable, very clean on both ends of the conversation, simple to use. Syncs up easily with multiple phones. Have had zero problems with it. Love it!
Rating: 5 / 5