Review of Bluetooth-headset Samsung HM3100

Package Contents:

• Headset
• Nozzles
• Ear
• Credle
• Charger

As I said in the article about Samsung HM3200 Wave and other materials, the Samsung came up with an interesting scenario promoting accessories, tying several models of "hits" phone models. Were already Corby, Wave, it was the turn to give users the same name Samsung Star supplement. About him and talk.

Design

Since this device is tightly crossed with a series of phones Star, it is logical to use general notes in the design. In this case, the fringe of silvery plastic, narrow multi-function button, a rectangular shape. The front panel of black glossy plastic, can be fingerprinted. Podium speaker is quite long, the device may not like people, a cool relating to "pervasive" headphones. Credle lightweight, small size, equipped with a connector microUSB. On the inside of the headset are the contacts have to stand constantly carry with them, without charging the headset is not possible. This is less true of HM3100, and HM3200 Wave.

Dimensions - 29.2 x 17.4 x 6.5 mm, weight 8.2 grams. More than acceptable.

Appearance is universal, suitable both for office and to more than just clothing, I think, among the consumers will not only men but also women.

Wearing

The headset can be worn with a bow, and without it, even without the ear hook, it holds up well, with sharp movements is not falling. Bow made of transparent plastic, thin, hold tight. Nozzle is easy to choose the size of the ear canal, I was approached by the average.

Management

There is no power button, both on Wave (speech of the headset, of course), is responsible for this multi-function button. At the end there are volume control buttons. Pressed clearly, with a click, this is my special fad since the military era. And always nice when you realize that the button is pressed, and some action has occurred. Automatic entry into pairing mode works with any phone, you need not enter a password.

When you first turn the unit goes into pairing mode, next to the multifunction button is perched a small indicator light, it can burn blue or red depending on the situation.

Food

As stated by the manufacturer, talk HM3100 can work about 4.5 hours, standby time - 180 hours. The device is tiny, hence the so undistinguished results. True, the experience I can say that when buying a Bluetooth-headset most people are least concerned about this figure. Almost always more important than price, design, and any additional features.

However, when the price is not particularly care about and want to take something for a long time, here the user can begin to evaluate all the data coming purchase. But here lies the big and nasty pitfall: the active use of the life of the battery headset - a year or slightly more. No, no, down it will not leave, instead of just ten hours the device will work five. And then even less. While there is a guarantee you will replace a purchase without any issues (ideally) if the warranty has ended, will have to take something new. Replaceable battery in the headset to wait in the near future is not worth it, I'll guarantee you. However, there are examples - are some of the stereo Sony, my favorite two years ago. Yes, the case where one could easily discover and replace the battery, that's just seriously doubt that the Russian services received such parts.

Generally, I've touched on a topic for another article. I'll have to write it!

Communication with the phone

The headset was tested in conjunction with Samsung Wave, took the second connection is used profile Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR. During the operation there was no spontaneous shutdowns, lockups or glitches. Worked fine for last number redial and voice activated dialing. Installed in the phone call to. Mp3 fed into the headset, the approximate range of work is five to six meters.

Voice quality at a good level, especially in a quiet environment. This is quite normal for the average unit price. Stars from the sky HM3100 is not enough, but simply allows you to comfortably communicate. I repeat - in case if there is not works punch, is not firing, and you do not rush to meet the fate of the Ring Road with an open window.

An important feature: as a headset Wave, this device can work simultaneously with two phones. Or with a laptop and phone. I tried the last option. As always, I am not very pleased arising from the use of problem - may be interrupted communication with one of the vehicles. Or something like that.

Conclusions

In the retail price of the device is 1,690 rubles, maybe a little more. Enumerating the advantages:

• Design intersect with the same phone number, small size, good build and materials
• Good ergonomics
• Good voice quality (so far around the relatively quietly)
• Connecting directly to two devices simultaneously
• Automatic volume adjustment works fine

By cons I'll take the impossibility of charging without the cradle. On the other hand, consumers may well be like this way. A sort of chip. And, of course, useful when on a desk in an office is already on stand, and it remains only to put back the headset.