No such problem with moto's latest headset the Motorola H500, this is an example of evolution and how headsets are getting smaller and lighter with each revision, the H500 is now more ergonomically designed and still manages to increase battery life. Weighing 17 grams it's certainly got lighter but compared to other headsets we have to admit it's still a bit bulbous.

Mobile phones have made huge leaps in battery performance from devices the size of bricks that lasted less time than an asthmatic ant marathon to pocket power houses that go a week before needing a charge and so it's only fitting that your headset should try and keep up. Motorola tell us that the H500 lasts 130 hours on standby (excluding calls) which is about 5.5 days, in our tests we actually got longer! This is very strange normally manufacturer claims are way over the real life performance but the H500 did last nearly a full 6 days on standby and a good 4 days with moderate use in making and receiving calls.

This latest moto headset works on both Bluetooth 1.1 and the newer 1.2 standard, when working in 1.2 with a compatible handset the signal is improved and there seems to be better performance on the edge of the 10 meter range. But the real improvements are in audio quality and comfort, the two are clearly linked as the ear loop makes the headset fit much better and be more comfortable and even the longest of journeys. This then means that the earpiece nestles nicely against the ear giving a very clear and warm sound blocking out a fair amount of background noise.

Operation is nice and easy with a single multifunction button for answering and initiating calls, plus you can put people on hold, the volume controls are within easy reach and the whole package is generally hassle free even when ploughing round the M25.

There are a few cool touches with the H500, first up if the flashing blue light is too conspicuous for you it can be switched off, then a rather natty touch is the ability of the headset to orientate the volume controls correctly so that volume up is always the upper button even when the headset is worn on the opposite ear.

You may expect this technological evolution to cost more but in fact for just £35 the Motorola H500 can be yours making this a headset which provides great value and keeps you mobile for longer.

Published - 22/09/2005

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