HANNOVER, Germany – CEBIT – Mar. 4, 2008 — Today at CeBIT, Logitech (SWX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) unveiled the company’s first wireless stereo headset designed for Internet calling with a PC: the Logitech® ClearChat PC Wireless™ headset. The ClearChat PC Wireless headset combines high-performance stereo audio with 2.4 GHz wireless technology, allowing people the freedom to move around when they make VoIP calls – no wires attached.

“More and more people are making voice calls over the Internet, but until now, they have had to choose between wired headsets that keep them tethered to their PCs or wireless headsets that offer poor audio and voice quality,” said Gina Clark, general manager and vice president of Logitech’s Internet Communications business unit. “With the Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless headset, people can make a PC call while grabbing a snack, sitting on the couch or leaning back in their chair – PC calling has never been so convenient and never sounded so good.”

The Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless enables people to move freely up to 33 feet (10 meters) from their computer. With the included USB transmitter, the headset effortlessly connects to a PC or Mac computer right out of the box – no software or pairing required. And to help ensure no call gets interrupted, the ClearChat PC Wireless headset’s 2.4 GHz wireless technology features both crisp, uncompressed stereo audio and an advanced algorithm that minimizes interference –even in the busiest wireless environments, such as an airport, office or hotel.

The ClearChat PC Wireless delivers rich, high-quality stereo audio through proprietary laser-tuned audio drivers. For optimal voice clarity, the headset features a noise-canceling microphone on a flexible boom that adjusts to the desired distance from the mouth. Additionally, volume and microphone mute controls are located on the right earpiece and the microphone automatically mutes when rotated to an upright position. As an added convenience, the microphone emits a soft, red glow when muted.

Designed with comfort in mind, the ClearChat PC Wireless headset features a padded headband and plush ear pads. The headset works with popular Internet calling applications, including Skype®, Windows Live™, Yahoo!®, Google Talk® and AIM®.

In addition to Internet calling, the ClearChat PC Wireless headset provides high-performance audio and a comfortable design that make it ideal for listening to music, watching movies or playing games on the PC.

Pricing and Availability
The Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless headset is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in May for a suggested retail price of $99.99 (U.S.).

Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset Press Release

Killing me softly with your music…, originally uploaded by rabataller.

Are you a music lover and looking for ways to enhance your music? Cnet.com.au has created a list of 7 ways to make your music sound better and they don’t all point towards getting a pair of $1000 audiophile headphones.

In summary, 7 tips to make your music sound better are:
1. In-ear headphones
2. Noise-cancelling headphones
3. An MP3 player with great sound
4. A better sound card
5. iPod speaker dock
6. Clean-up old recordings
7. Tweak your software preferences

For more details visit this Cnet link

Got an email from Australia’s Sennheiser distributor with a PDF file showcasing 2 of their latest gadgets. One was the Sennheiser PC350 Gaming Headset which is quite honestly one of the best I’ve seen. Its large ear cups give it emphasis on quality sound which is bound to take your gaming experience further, but it also means that it’ll be harder for Mum / Wife to get your attention for dinner…

Here’s a the cool Sennheiser PC350 trailer that I found on YouTube:

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The Sennheiser PC350 Gaming Headset marks the beginning of a new era in the gaming headset technology, by adding a never before experienced dimension of reality to gaming providing the most accurate sound positioning and sound quality available in the market. Thanks to Sennheiser’s expertise as a global leader in electro-acoustics, PC 350’s sound perception is so precise, that you will literally feel like you’re in the game.

Features of the Sennheiser PC350 Gaming Headset

- Closed type, circumaural PC gaming headset
- Superior passive attenuation of ambient noise
- Frequency response optimized for Binaural Perception
- Large size ear cups for comfortable wearing during long gaming sessions
- Large size microphone for highest intelligibility
- Optimized for Binaural Perception
- Passive attenuation of up to 32 dB
- Patented Duofol Diaphragm technology
- Adaptive baffle damping
- Collapsible for easy transport
- Volume Control with microphone mute
- Connects to virtually any PC sound card

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Want to differentiate yourself from the rest of the music-listening-world? Check out the V-Mode Vibe Earphones!

The V-MODA Vibe noise isolating in-earphones deliver luxurious style, rich bass, and full-range audio clarity.

V-Moda Vibe earphones unites the pinnacle elements of fashion, comfort, and sculpted sound.

Fashion-conscious style and audio enthusiast sound unite to form the most sophisticated electronics accessory in the world. Vibe’s metal craftsmanship delivers the perfect balance of rich bass, superior audio clarity, and luxurious design. Unlike other uncomfortable and obtrusive in-ear headphones, Vibe presents essential active lifestyle comfort, security, and noise isolation for the discerning music enthusiast.

Features of the V-Moda Vibe Earphones

alluring alloy elegance
• sophisticated design accentuates the modern individual
• handmade premium metal craftsmanship

hi-definition sound
• vibrant bass, vivid mid-range, and vivacious highs
• alloy metal enables sculpted sound curve fashioned for discerning music enthusiasts
• rich and precise bass levels accentuate bass-enhanced music
• V-MASQUE dynamic driver provides natural and warm soundstage

essential sport ergonomics
• three sizes of ultra-soft silicon fittings (S,M,L) provide comfortable, quick, and secure fit
• weighs only 12 grams, world’s lightest earphone in its class
• micro-size and flush-fit for active lifestyles and relaxation
• durable even-length cables optimized for sport

noise isolating bliss
• bass level isolating soft silicon (BLISS) technology comfortably reduces noise and enables deep bass
• unlike bulky active noise cancellation, BLISS introduces no artificial sound into your music and requires no batteries

leather pouch and modawrap cable manager
• gold leather pouch and provides effortless storage
• modawrap provides convenient cable management
• VIP card access to exclusive “V-MODA modcasts”, music and gear

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Slip this DJ style headset over your ears and immerse yourself in music. The Nokia Bluetooth Stereo Headset BH604 features clear Hi-Fi sound, from deep bass to lively treble. Smart music and call control buttons let you make calls or listen to music, and the headset can be used with a wide range of mobile phones and other compatible Bluetooth devices.

Features of the Nokia BH604 Bluetooth Stereo Headphones:

• Connect to your device wirelessly with this comfortable DJ style Bluetooth headset.
• Hear your music as it was meant to be heard – in clear Hi-Fi sound .
• Play your tunes with smart music controls: play,pause, stop, forward, next track, rewind, and previous track.
• Take and make calls with practical call controls: answer, end, and reject calls, voice dial*, redial, and mute.
• Go from grooves to incoming calls in an instant with automatic switching from music to call mode.
• Use the headset with your phone, PDA, PC, music player, or other compatible Bluetooth devices.
• Charge up fast! Get up to 18 hours of talk time from less than 1.5 hours of charging
• LIsten to music longer with up to 19 hours of music time and up to 2 weeks standby

* With a compatible device

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Our friends at CNet.com.au have reviewed the Sennheiser CX95 headphones and have given it a above average 8.3/10! In summary:

It’s hard to pick out any significant downfall for these ‘phones, as they’re comfy, affordable and capable of a decent performance. Perhaps as we noted above, the high-end could be tweaked to highlight the more crystalline properties of some songs, but this is certainly something that will only annoy someone who has the money to buy something more expensive but chose the CX 95s.

We have no problem recommending these earphones. With good sound isolation, great performance and comfort for even the pickiest ears, the CX 95s stand as an absolute must-hear option.

Cnet Sennheiser CX95 Review Link.

The Sennheiser CX95 Style Headphones are high quality, noise-isolating ear-canal-headphones with a very balanced sound and the highest possible sound resolution. They feature a short cable, perfect for using with a mobile phone or MP3 player with a remote-control and/or microphone. With the included 1 m extension cable the CX 95 can also be used with a player carried in your pocket. The unique shape of the housing ensures that these ear-canal-headphones are always positioned optimally in the ear.

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For those looking for something to groove with on the streets or ghettos, check out the Sennheiser CX55 Headphones. The Sennheiser CX55 Street Headphones are high quality, noise-isolating ear-canal-headphones with an outstanding, very bass-driven stereo sound. The special shape of their housings ensure that the CX 55 are always positioned optimally in the ear.

Features of the Sennheiser CX55 Street Headphones
- Ideal for use with all MP3, CD, DVD players and portable gaming systems
- Best bass experience and noise attenuation
- High-performance dynamic driver systems for powerful, bass-focused stereo sound
- Excellent passive attenuation of ambient noise
- Outstanding wearing comfort on the go
- Optimal fit in the ear canal due to ergonomic design and ear adapters in different sizes (supplied as standard)
- Extremely small and lightweight
- Cable clip and carrying pouch for convenient handling and storage
- 2-year warranty

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OLD LYME, Conn. — January 2008 — In professional office environments, headsets can be cumbersome if using the wrong style or model. With Sennheiser’s diverse line of lightweight and comfortable headsets, professionals won’t come down with a case of “ear fatigue” and can do away with the feeling of being “tied to the phone.” Sennheiser’s new ultra-light, single-sided SH 300 offers incredible sound and a low-profile look while allowing you to keep in touch with the surrounding work environment.

The sleek, ergonomic SH 300 is worn over the left or right ear for a discreet look and feel. It won’t muss your hair, and its lightweight design makes it virtually unnoticeable throughout the day. The SH 300 also withstands even the longest conversations thanks to its outstanding balance and precision microphone placement. Wearing and removing the SH 300 is simple, and its universal fit makes sure it fits comfortably in place on either side of the head.

Better yet, customers and contacts will hear your words clearly, and you can do the same. The laser-accurate noise cancelling microphone reduces such common office noises like the chatter of cubicle mates, ensuring that the people you speak with hear your voice—not your neighbor’s. The SH 300 also provides you with Sennheiser’s world renowned sound quality, making an immediate, professional impression that demands the listener’s attention.

The new SH 300 headset is in stores now with an MSRP of US$132.00. Each headset includes a carry bag, headset storage hook, clothing clip, and a microphone windscreen.

About Sennheiser Electronic Corporation
Established in 1945 in Wedemark, Germany, Sennheiser is the acknowledged world leader in headphone-transducer and microphone technology, RF-wireless and infrared sound transmission and, most recently, the development of active noise-cancellation. Sennheiser’s products and technologies support worldwide the aviation, telecommunications and professional recording industries, as well as the personal listening needs of consumers everywhere. Sennheiser Electronic Corporation is a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary, headquartered in Old Lyme, Connecticut.

About Sennheiser Communications
Sennheiser Communications A/S is a joint venture between the Danish company William Demant Holding A/S and the German company Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG. Based in Copenhagen, the joint venture develops telecommunications products for contact centers, office applications and private users, and markets them worldwide.

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Looking for quality stereo in-ear headphones that pumps out the bass? Sennheiser’s CX500 will definitely do the trick! The Sennheiser CX500 In-Ear Headphones (Titanium) also features a volume control integrated in the cable and equipped with a new, unique type of ear adapter for an improved fit and an even better passive noise attenuation.

Features of the Sennheiser CX500 In-Ear Headphones (Titanium)

* Ideal for use with all MP3, CD, DVD players and portable gaming systems
* Best bass experience and noise attenuation
* High-performance dynamic speaker systems for superior, bass-driven stereo sound
* Highest passive attenuation of ambient noise
* Outstanding wearing comfort on the go
* Superior fit in the ear canal due to enhanced ear adapters in different sizes (included in the delivery)
* Extremely small and lightweight
* Volume control integrated into the cable
* Cable clip, cable winder, and carrying pouch for convenient handling and storage
* Available in Black, Titanium and White
* 2-year warranty

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