Plantronics Unveils AudioIQ Technology for Brilliant Sound On Both Sides of a Call
08 Enero 2007 - 10:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
New Plantronics Discovery 665 Bluetooth Headset with AudioIQ
Reduces Background Noise Up To 50 Percent LAS VEGAS, Consumer
Electronics Show, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Plantronics
today introduced the new Discovery(TM) 665 Bluetooth(R) Headset
with AudioIQ(R), the industry's first DSP (digital signal
processing) sound technology to automatically optimize audio levels
on both sides of every call -- significantly increasing clarity for
mobile phone callers, as well as for the listener on the other end
of conversations. (Photo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070108/SFM012 ) Plantronics
will demonstrate its new AudioIQ technology and complete headset
portfolio during the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) at the Las
Vegas Convention Center, January 8-11, 2007 at the Plantronics
Booth #30333, South Hall. Leveraging Plantronics' 40-plus years of
sound innovation, AudioIQ makes wireless conversations effortless
and pleasant, regardless of the environment. For incoming calls,
AudioIQ automatically adapts to background noise levels - from a
quiet taxi to a noisy city street - and intelligently improves the
receive quality, clarity and volume level. For outgoing calls,
AudioIQ reduces background noise for listeners up to 7-8 decibels,
or by approximately 50 percent. It also minimizes interference from
artifacts such as speech distortions to maintain exceptionally
clear voice intelligibility. "AudioIQ goes beyond making
conversations sound great -- it's about making communications
easier and more natural for people on both sides of a call. Long
gone are the days when mobile phones users are forced to seek out a
quiet location to answer an important call," said Renee Niemi,
general manager & vice president of Mobile & Entertainment
for Plantronics. "By incorporating AudioIQ into Plantronics' new
Bluetooth headsets, we are delivering optimal communications
capabilities alongside our incomparable style and comfort."
Plantronics Discovery 665: The Road Warrior Companion The new
Plantronics Discovery 665 Bluetooth headset with AudioIQ, based on
the Plantronics Discovery 655, is ideally suited for road warriors
and in-car use. After conducting extensive research focused on
headset usage in the car and while traveling, Plantronics developed
a unique charging and storage system for automobiles that also
includes a new visual indicator for incoming calls. In addition,
the Discovery 665 includes Plantronics' new QuickPair(TM)
technology, which greatly simplifies the Bluetooth setup process
for consumers by automatically initiating pairing mode (when
powered) if no device history is present. Once paired successfully,
the Bluetooth headset stays on for instant use. If not paired
successfully, the headset automatically shuts off after 10 minutes;
when powered again automatically goes into pairing mode until
successfully paired with a Bluetooth capable phone. To further
ensure a 'painless' pairing process for consumers, Plantronics
recently launched its interactive online pairing guide:
http://www.plantronics.com/easytopair. "Personal technology should
be intuitive and help consumers simplify their lives," added Niemi.
"Plantronics is taking steps towards this with QuickPair and other
technologies innovations that make headset setup and use extremely
easy." The Plantronics Discovery 665 will be available for $149.95
(msrp) at major retailers and http://www.plantronics.com/ in
February 2007. Features and accessories include: -- AudioIQ, which
clarifies incoming speech and reduces outgoing background noise by
up to 50% -- Convenient charging and storage system targeted for
use in the automobile -- Visual call indicator and low battery
indicator -- Ultra-light, sophisticated design and customizable
eartips for complete wearing comfort In addition, the Plantronics
Discovery 655, introduced in July 2006, will now also feature both
AudioIQ and QuickPair technology. The Discovery 655 has an MSRP of
$149.95 and is available at major retailers and
http://www.plantronics.com/. To experience and learn more about
AudioIQ technology and Plantronics Bluetooth headsets, please
visit: http://www.plantronics.com/ces2007. Highlights of the
Plantronics booth #30333 at CES will also include: -- Plantronics
Discovery 640E: Combining cutting-edge technology and design, this
wireless headset provides great comfort and convenience and
includes an innovative charging system. With multipoint technology,
you can seamlessly switch between two Bluetooth audio devices. --
Plantronics Explorer(TM) 330: Enjoy comfortable, simple wireless
freedom with the Plantronics Explorer 330 Bluetooth headset. Easy
to use and easy to wear, the Explorer 330 lets you talk all day
with a comfortable fit. -- Plantronics Explorer 340/350: Designed
for comfortable all-day wear, both of the headsets provide up to
eight hours of use and offer versatile charging accessories to fit
every lifestyle. A single button provides one-touch access to call
control features for a true hands- free experience. -- Plantronics
Pulsar(R) 590E: The Plantronics Pulsar 590E Bluetooth Stereo
Headset builds on the success of the Pulsar 590A to deliver the
ultimate in wireless stereo sound. Users can seamlessly switch
between conversations and music on a Bluetooth enabled phone that
utilizes the A2DP profile. About Plantronics In 1969, a Plantronics
headset carried the historic first words from the moon: "That's one
small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Since then,
Plantronics has become the headset of choice for mission-critical
applications such as air traffic control, 911 dispatch, and the New
York Stock Exchange. Today, this history of Sound Innovation(TM) is
the basis for every product we build for the office, contact
center, personal mobile, entertainment and residential markets. The
Plantronics family of brands includes Plantronics, Altec Lansing,
Clarity, and Volume Logic. For more information, go to
http://www.plantronics.com/ or call (800) 544-4660. NOTE: Altec
Lansing, AudioIQ, Clarity, Plantronics, Plantronics Discovery,
Plantronics Explorer, Pulsar, QuickPair, Sound Innovation, and
Volume Logic are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Plantronics, Inc. The Bluetooth(R) word mark and logos are owned by
the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Plantronics,
Inc. is under license. All other trademarks are the property of
their respective owners. Press Contacts: Jennifer Shanks Kristin
Bleier Plantronics, Inc. The Hoffman Agency 831-458-7084
408-975-3031 http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070108/SFM012
http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: Plantronics, Inc. CONTACT:
Jennifer Shanks of Plantronics, Inc., +1-831-458-7084, or ; or
Kristin Bleier of The Hoffman Agency, +1-408-975-3031, or Web site:
http://www.plantronics.com/
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