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Headset - Skype, etc

  • 09-03-2012 10:49PM
    #1
    The Black Oil
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    Is there a particular type of headset you need for Mac? When I try to use Skype invariably people find it hard to hear even if I'm close to the mic. The internet says Bluetooth is the way to go, yeah?

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  • #2
    Talisman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,098 ✭✭✭Talisman


    As far as I know, Bluetooth and WiFi still use the same chip and when there is high use of the wireless connection the Bluetooth device gets disconnected.

    I use a Logitech Laptop Headset H555, it uses a USB connection and in three years of use I can't fault it.


  • #3
    Liameter
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 898 ✭✭✭Liameter


    But it states: "You’ll experience clear, digital sound with the simplicity of a single USB plug-and-play connection."

    I don't want to hear digital sound. My ears are designed for analogue sound.

    I use a C-Media USB Audio-Input/Output adapter with a cheapie pair of earphones with microphone off eBay.


  • #4
    The Black Oil
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    Thanks both. Do you've an adapter in mind/link, Liameter?

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  • #5
    ZENER
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    Any bluetooth handsfree ear-piece will do. I use a Jaba one for out and about. I also use a USB Logitech Headset when at home.

    Ken


  • #6
    The Black Oil
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    Thanks, I thought it might. I borrowed one, it seemed to pair OK, but I couldn't hear the sound in the earpiece. Is there anything extra you've to do? I didn't have Skype open to test it, so I might need to try that.

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