New drive laws show record sales for Bluetooth headsets

As we all know there are now new driving laws out, which means that if you are found to be talking on your cell phone while driving, there will be heavy penalties to pay.

This new law has seen an increase on Bluetooth headset sales, especially from Plantronics, as drivers are going made trying to snap up one of these Bluetooth headsets, just to comply with the new laws which came into effect in California and Washington State on July 1.

As sales have now increased, Verizon Wireless store in San Mateo, Calif. has had to add a whole new section just for these headsets. Aari Jethmal, Verizon Wireless store manager has said “The shelves have been cleared and restocked and cleared and restocked.”

The new law which stipulates if you drive while talking on your handheld cell phone, you will then face stiff penalties.

Plantronics along with other Bluetooth headset makers has welcomed this new law, this headsets used to be in low demand but it just shows how one law can change the fortunes of a gadget.

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Bluetooth Microphone for Your Tooth

I don’t know what you think but this has to be the ultimate Bluetooth hands free device around.

It is basically a durable composite resin filling that is designed to fit in a hole 2.2mm in diameter and 1.7 mm deep which will then pick up vibrations and sound from your mouth. It’s said that this device is compatible with all Bluetooth capable phones with Hands free.

Warning: All dental work should be performed by a qualified dentist.

Would you have this done?

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Jabra’s BT3030 dog tag Bluetooth headset

Jabra’s brand new model of Bluetooth headset the BT3030 is said to be due for release on the 23rd April 2008.

As you can see from above the headset was designed to mimic the traditional dog tag.

On this headset you will find six buttons useful for sending and ending calls and controlling music playback, and yes, it will lower the volume when detecting an incoming call.

The power supply is a built in lithium polymer rechargeable battery that will last up to seven hours on one charge.

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Xlink Bluetooth Gateway: convert home phones into a multi-line cell phone system

Grace Digital Inc., a leading manufacturer of audio and telephony consumer electronics, is now shipping their new line of XLINK CELLULAR GATEWAY allowing consumers to integrate their cellular phone service with their home phones via a cell phone’s built in Bluetooth connection.

Never miss a cell phone call again! Connect XLink to your home cordless phone. Turn on your bluetooth cell phone and wirelessly connect to XLink. It is as simple as connecting a bluetooth headset or car kit to your cell phone. Now, all the phones in your house will ring when your cell phone rings.

Do you want to make an outbound phone call using your cell phone minutes? Simply pick up your cordless phone, and dial like a regular phone call. XLink will connect your call to your cell phone and automatically use your cell phone minutes.

Do you have poor cell coverage in your home? Place your cell phone and XLink in a location in your home where there is good cell phone coverage (upstairs office, kitchen, or bedroom). Now any phone in your home, even in your basement, can receive and place cell phone calls on your regular home cordless phone system.

The XLink is available in two models. The ITC-BTTN (MSRP $169) which connects up to 3 cell phones and 1 phone line. Or if you want to get rid of your monthly home phone service completely and only use your cell phone service, the ITC-BT (MSRP $159) is perfect for you. Both models connect to any Bluetooth enabled cell phone and any cordless or corded telephone.
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Bluetooth Mini Phone

This Bluetooth Phone is a miniature handset and as the name suggests connects to your mobile device via Bluetooth wireless technology.

This phone allows you to make or receive calls on the move or in the office.

The wireless mini phone may be pretty small but it has a good selection of features including Indicator light, volume keys and a charging socket.

With crystal clear sound, cute looks and simple setup, the Bluetooth Mini Phone can be conveniently carried.

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purCushion CeBIT 2008: Pillow with microphone and Bluetooth connectivity for chat

One thing I do well when my head is on a pillow is sleep, so combining a microphone and Bluetooth connectivity for chat into a pillow might not work well with me. The purCushion was on show at CeBIT 2008, this innovative gadget lets you rest your head on the pillow before you can chat but I am still sure I would fall asleep in many conversations.

The purCushion will be priced at €350 ($500), view the product page via the link below.

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