Plantronics Voyager 855: Is it Voice, is it Music? It’s Neither

Design & Looks

Plantronics launches the new Voyager 855, the industry’s first mono-to-stereo convertible Bluetooth® headset with AudioIQ DSP noise reduction technology for MP3 mobile phones.
The new Plantronics Voyager 855 headset offers a convertible design with immersive sound experience for calls and listening to music on Bluetooth enabled mobile phones with stereo A2DP. The lightest stereo headset available to date, the new Voyager 855 includes intelligent features that offer unparalleled audio clarity --if your Bluetooth signal is working well, that is.

Performance

Customizable for either mono or stereo use, the Plantronics Voyager 855 features a detachable stereo cable so consumers can tailor the wearing style to their communication and entertainment preferences. With specially designed, form-fitting earbuds, the Voyager 855 fits snugly and securely to seal out unwanted background distractions.

It’s an innovative idea, for sure, but it remains to be seen if it works well. I have asked Plantronics for a test unit, and so will be able to tell you how well it actually sounds in a week or two. Meanwhile, keep listening to your ordinary headphones.