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Bluetooth geeks

Bluetooth geeks

Kent German Former senior managing editor / features
Kent was a senior managing editor at CNET News. A veteran of CNET since 2003, he reviewed the first iPhone and worked in both the London and San Francisco offices. When not working, he's planning his next vacation, walking his dog or watching planes land at the airport (yes, really).
Kent German
I admit I have a love-hate relationship with Bluetooth headsets. I love them because they're practical gadgets that can improve your calling experience. But I hate how they look when worn. Even the smallest headsets, such as the , just make a person look like a geek. This is especially true when people wear their headsets in public when they're not on the phone. I've seen headsets--molded to ears--in restaurants and bars, on the subway, at parties, and even at jury duty. Come on, people, you're not in a sci-fi film! Is it really that hard to keep it in your pocket before you make a call? Yet, the worst was last weekend when I saw a couple walking hand in hand while wearing matching Jabra BT500s. That was just too much. So like I said, Bluetooth headsets undoubtedly serve a purpose. But they're not meant to be worn like earrings.