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[Q] bluetooth headphones

I'm conflicted on which bluetooth headphone to go with. I'm looking to spend less than $40 with good audio quality, comfort, and battery life. So far I'm debating between the motorola S305 and the rocketfish RF-MAB2. Anyone have experience with both of these? if so pros/cons? Thanks!

buy a samsung 3500. Find them online cheaper than retail. it is capable of playing youtube videos, music,etc. Great sound quality

markstibbyspot said:
buy a samsung 3500. Find them online cheaper than retail. it is capable of playing youtube videos, music,etc. Great sound quality
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He's talking about BT headphones... anyway,
I personally have both the Moto S9 and the Samsung WEP 870. I like the 870 because the buds that come with it are the sound isolating kinds and the sound quality is about 7.5/10, and that's pretty good considering its hard to find good quality stereo BT headphones...

thanks for the suggestions but i was looking to get the over the ear type (not the ones in ear since i plan to use them during running and i'd like to hear cars come up on me, feel safer than having the in ear plus i feel more comfortable wearing the over the ear too)

I bought the S305 when newegg had them on sale a few months back, 29.99 shipped. I love them, i use them all the time. I can be listening to music on my laptop while at work and if i get a call, it will switch over for me. I also use them when im working out, and they never move. Seem very comfortable to me, really good sound i think. I can get about 3 hours continuous use out of them. A couple days of sparatic on/off just watching videos at lunch or something.
Bonus: comes with a micro usb charger for them that just happens to fit my phone perfectly.

I have used the Motorola one and found it very uncomfortable.

Its more expensive then you wanted but it does allow you to use higher quality headphones or ones you already own.
Amazon link, sony bluetooth

Bluetooth Headset?

My old Jawbone Icon finally died. What's the best Bluetooth headset for the Galaxy S4?
I like the smaller ones, with the best audio quality, and also let you hear your movies, Google Navigation, etc.

its personal preference ... i personally bought the LG tone+ headset they work great for the gym & it tucks into my collar a bit, you barely notice it around your neck at all. verizon has them on sale til the end of the month for $60 but i got them for $52.50 with my 25% discount (25% off the original price @ $70)

im considering the Sony SBH20, don't really need the display of the mw600 and it's always nice with new gadgets

Best VR Headset?

Was wondering if anybody is using this device for VR and how is the experience? I have never used a VR headset but i would like to know what are some of the best/ most recommended headsets available. I've seen the Zeiss VR One headset but not really sure if there are any features or pros that would make this set a viable purchase over say a 15-40 dollar set off of amazon. Far as i know the only features any of them offer is adjusting focal length/distance? Nothing to spend an extra 60 bucks on.
PS: A large 5.7 QHD screen with stereo front facing speakers seemed perfect for VR hence one of the main reasons i decided to go with this phone over my other top picks. Might as well get the most out of the experience lol

Can the Gear VR games and software be used on other headsets

Deonta23 said:
Can the Gear VR games and software be used on other headsets
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No the Gear VR only works with very certain Samsung handsets such as the Galaxy S6 and S7 Family of Devices. But there are other VR Headsets under the name of Google Cardboard all over amazon etc that will work with Android phones as long as that VR Headset supports a screen size that your phone has.

The P2 from Dodo Case is a great starting VR Headset. It's currently at $18. I love it. As the market sits currently, there is no reason to purchase a $100+ VR Headset. The support is not all there, and the VR apps are just beginning to grow. I'd say purchase a cheap cardboard VR Headset so you can test it out, and later, once more support and more demanding applications are made, then purchase a real VR headset. It's been reported that Google themselves will create a more sophisticated VR Headset, and with LG's, HTC's, Sony's, Samsung's respective headsets, will create a hopefully amazing and demanding market for VR.

s3rgioru3las said:
The P2 from Dodo Case is a great starting VR Headset. It's currently at $18. I love it. As the market sits currently, there is no reason to purchase a $100+ VR Headset. The support is not all there, and the VR apps are just beginning to grow. I'd say purchase a cheap cardboard VR Headset so you can test it out, and later, once more support and more demanding applications are made, then purchase a real VR headset. It's been reported that Google themselves will create a more sophisticated VR Headset, and with LG's, HTC's, Sony's, Samsung's respective headsets, will create a hopefully amazing and demanding market for VR.
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the most reasonable ones ive seen were destek and vr box. there about 25 dollars and look to be pretty comfortable

I really like the design of this one.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B4DK0WO?m=A28UPC11K5E82V&ref_=v_sp_widget_detail_page
Pleasing to the eye and looks comfortable.

I am using google cardboard v2, very interesting project, and its good to get familiar with VR world.

Using the ViewMaster, got them for $15 from amazon warehouse. This phone just fits without much wiggle room but it fits. They feel very solid and my kids love them.

I have the FreeFly VR and that really has been very good.

currently i use a homido. the adjustability is ok since you can swap the lenses out easilly for near/far sighted. the main difference between them function wise is some allow for pupillary distance and focal length adjustments *look for dials on the side and top* and optics. the zeiss headset has a very high quality optics set. but you can get by with a cheaper one with a few mods very easilly. *you may have to custom make a headband or padding so you can wear it continuousely.
An option i would look into is a bluetooth controller. can get one for a couple bucks and will save you a lot of headaches from having to take the phone out of the headset to start an app or something.

Deonta23 said:
Was wondering if anybody is using this device for VR and how is the experience? I have never used a VR headset but i would like to know what are some of the best/ most recommended headsets available. I've seen the Zeiss VR One headset but not really sure if there are any features or pros that would make this set a viable purchase over say a 15-40 dollar set off of amazon. Far as i know the only features any of them offer is adjusting focal length/distance? Nothing to spend an extra 60 bucks on.
PS: A large 5.7 QHD screen with stereo front facing speakers seemed perfect for VR hence one of the main reasons i decided to go with this phone over my other top picks. Might as well get the most out of the experience lol
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I use a Google cardboard which I bought for $3 on eBay and it works perfectly for me without a hitch

axelakerman said:
I use a Google cardboard which I bought for $3 on eBay and it works perfectly for me without a hitch
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I got a WeAreVR headset from amazon! Can't expect Gear VR quality from a 30 dollar headset but it ain't to bad for an early experience. Not really sure of too many worthwhile VR experiences yet outside of the big money ones, but as a cheap headset for youtube videos occasionally it's not half bad.

Any updated recommendations for VR headsets for my Moto X pure? I'm in the market. Thx!

I got fiit VR and it's pretty good imo

Anyone know if you can use the netflix VR app with moto x pure and a headset? I think i saw its only supported by the daydream product line?

I like a lot the BOBOVR Z4, a little pricier than the usual 18$ Chinese headset, but it has a good built and lens quality

I am using One Plus headset its pretty decent for the price.

Zeiss One plus.
Sorry to dredge up a slightly dead thread.. But..
Supposedly Zeiss are going to release a kit, which lets you connect the Zeiss VR One Plus to your computer, so the headset functions more as a Rift HMD, which will also allow compatibility with Steam VR.
This sounds pretty nice, since the VR One Plus, supposedly does not need any adjustments to lenses (I am constantly fidgeting with my 20€ china headset, and never getting a great image) and also the high resolution on the X-Style should make for decent sharpness.
And.. Supposedly a set with the VR One Plus and the connection kit, should cost about 150$, which isn't too bad, if it works.
Obviously still needs to be released, reviewed and available near me.. But I am a bit excited.
Question though.. The Seizz VR One Plus website, states that it works with phones up to 5.5", and the X-style/pure is 5,7".. It has a fairly small bezel, but still.. Anyone have any experience with this headset ?
Thank in advance.
(Edit.. What the hell.. 150$ in first article.. Next article states about 200€... That EU tax hits hard sometimes..)

Is there a compatible VR headset?

Did anyone find a compatible virtual reality headset that fits this phone?

I am considering this headset based on GSM specs Dimensions 179.8 x 88.6 x 10.7 mm (7.08 x 3.49 x 0.42 in):
https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Vi...7561&sr=8-16&keywords=vr+headset+7+inch+phone
I had one back with my S5 Active but they are not very comfortable. The sides can be removed if needed so this may be our solution till later in the year

So after many hours of looking for a compatible vr headset I have considered this product. this headset does not restrict the horizontal dimensions of the lenova when it's turned 90 degrees as it uses a front strap, allowing you to even put a wood plank in it if you so wished to look at. The con for these is the lack of a center "over the top strap"
Virtual Reality Headset for SmartPhones (Blue) by SmartTheater https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F7TS3A2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MWBgzbQZ6J3D0

I edited....every so slightly....a VR headset from Walmart
coman4 said:
Did anyone find a compatible virtual reality headset that fits this phone?
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/4musq97s33ropdp/PhotoGrid_1495221722571.jpg?dl=0
steps in pictures via dropbox file
works great :laugh:

Question The stereo speaker gyp- how to get around?

I'm sure I'm not the only one that upgraded to a new Motorola and discovered after-the-fact that they nixed the stereo speakers I was especially angry because the "Motorola Moto G Stylus" is listed everywhere as having stereo sound, but the 2021 version does not.
After it was delivered, my carrier and Motorola both basically told me thanks for your money, get lost.
The speaker on the 2021 is okay, though I had a Motorola Moto G 2nd Gen for almost a decade and was always proud of the fact that it had stereo, and certainly wanted it with the upgraded phone.
Aside from feeling I was deceived.... the speaker works except in games like Jackpot, where the sound most definitely only comes from one side of the phone, and it just ruins the experience.
I'm intrigued by one thing though- the 2nd earpiece speaker already on the Motorola, even in the 2021. Why can't that be turned on too? Surely that would make a difference, not true stereo like the older Motorola phones... but at least enough so some games don't sound so one-sided.
I believe people are calling the concept "Dolby Atmos Surround Sound", per an app I can't find a way to install......turning on the earpiece ALSO when playing videos and games (see video). But so far I haven't found a step-through for the Motorola Moto G Stylus 2021. Has anyone done this, and can they help?
I've found an app that will play music through the earpiece only, but no mod to turn on and use both speakers when playing media & games.

Use the Earpiece & Speaker Together for Surround Sound on Your Galaxy Note 3
Located at the bottom of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 lies the speaker from which music, notifications, and most other audio comes from, which provides warm and clear sound when needed. When you need the audio to be louder, that's where third-party speakers come in handy, which you could have at...
galaxy-note-3.gadgethacks.com
Solution for the Galaxy Note 3 only.
bummer

Here's how to do it on the OnePlus 6.
I'm surprised nobody knows how to do this for a Motorola Stylus?
But surely.....

Galaxy S8 stereo mod instructions. I guess I just bought the wrong freaking phone :/