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Mobile phones are certainly capable devices in their own right, but when paired with a handy Bluetooth accessory they become even more useful. From advanced Bluetooth headsets to awesome wireless speakers, this list of our favorite wireless gadgets will help you get the most out of your handset.
Brian Bennett
Brian Bennett is a former senior writer for the home and outdoor section at CNET.
Mobile phones are certainly capable devices in their own right, but when paired with a handy Bluetooth accessory they become even more useful. From advanced Bluetooth headsets to awesome wireless speakers, this list of our favorite wireless gadgets will help you get the most out of your handset.
For $99.99, the Plantronics Voyager Legend sports a big boom microphone, but it's the trimmest headset of its kind yet. The Legend also offers superb call audio quality and a comfortable fit even for folks who wear glasses.
The Parrot Ziks are quite frankly the most advanced pair of headphones we've ever seen. These wireless Bluetooth earphones feature a high-end, extremely comfortable design, plus they have active noise cancellation. The futuristic device even sports touch-sensitive controls.
The wireless speaker category is exploding like gangbusters, which makes choosing one tricky. Not to worry, Logitech's UE Boombox is thoughtfully designed, with an easy-to-use Bluetooth connection plus impressive sound output.
Bose SoundLink Wireless Mobile speaker: Tiny speaker, tremendous sound
It's not cheap, but the Bose SoundLink Wireless Mobile speaker is the best portable Bluetooth speaker on the market. Not only does it sound great, the SoundLink also sports a rugged design and you can swap out protective covers.
Hands-free chatting isn't just for mobile phones anymore. Many people use headsets in the office too. Why not use one gadget to chat over your cell phone and work line? That's where the Jabra Supreme UC comes in. It provides a way to talk over mobile and PC telephone systems, with excellent noise cancellation.
If you don't want to fork out a ton of cash for a headset, the $49.99 Plantronics M55 Bluetooth earpiece is worth a look. It's compact, attractively styled, and affordable. The M55 also supports basic voice prompts and vocal commands.