The desire to get rid of those pesky wires which connect to our phones and high-tech gadgets is something most people understand. Increasingly, people are cutting the cord to their headset and making the switch to a Bluetooth wireless headset.

The stereo audio industry is quickly beginning to experience this same trend, and electronics manufacturers are stepping up their efforts to develop Bluetooth audio devices which utilize A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) technology. Many of the leading consumer electronics companies have either already released, or are planning to release a model of Bluetooth stereo headphones.

Bluetooth stereo headphones allow music lovers to truly move to their music. With a wireless connection to audio players, Bluetooth stereo headphones provide users with a completely unrestricted listening experience. So, it should come as no surprise that the popularity of Bluetooth stereo headphones has skyrocketed and will continue to grow, especially as the technology further evolves and improves.

If you are interested in buying a pair of Bluetooth stereo headphones, please consider these important tips:

• In addition to Bluetooth stereo headphones, make sure your audio player supports Bluetooth A2DP; which is necessary to transmit music to your headphones. If your audio device is not A2DP compatible, you can purchase a Bluetooth stereo adapter (if not included with the headphones) or Bluetooth USB adapter, which essentially turns your iPod, MP3 player, CD player, cell phone or desktop/laptop into a Bluetooth device.



• Stereo headphones come in a variety of designs, sizes and styles. Depending on your lifestyle, you should decide what pair of headphones best suits your needs. More active users will most likely prefer a lighter, less restrictive pair of stereo headphones, while a traditional music listener may opt for a casual style. Do you want the traditional over-the-head style or ones that rest behind your neck? Do you want headphones that fit over your ears or ones with individual ear clips? These are just some of the different features to consider.



• Take the time to learn which Bluetooth profiles each pair of stereo headphones support. Besides A2DP, most Bluetooth stereo headphones support the hands-free profile, which allows you to make and take phone calls on your cell phone directly from the headphones. Another Bluetooth profile to look for is AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile). Bluetooth AVRCP allows you to start, stop, pause, change tracks and control volume levels directly from the stereo headphones if used with a compatible device.

Now that you’re equipped with this additional information, below is a real-time price comparison list of some of the latest Bluetooth stereo headphones:

Posted November 07, 2006 by BlueTomorrow.com Editorial Staff