Plantronics Introduces New M2500 Bluetooth Headset for Consumers

March 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Plantronics just launched its M2500 Bluetooth headset, bringing the benefits of wireless freedom to consumers in a new, feature rich, stylish design. The M2500 rounds out Plantronics' family of mobile wireless products by giving personal and professional users a lower priced, hands-free, Bluetooth headset. Plantronics will showcase the M2500 along with its full suite of wireless headset solutions in Hall B-5, Booth #5147, at the CTIA Wireless 2004 trade show, March 22-24.

The M2500 continues Plantronics' legacy of superior sound quality, while delivering up to five hours of talk time and 120 hours of standby time, matching the times supported by most Bluetooth mobile phones and devices. The headset's new design is lightweight and balanced for superior comfort, even during extended wear. It features Plantronics' SoundGuide earpiece, which enhances the sound by providing users with a more secure fit so that incoming conversation is heard more clearly.

The M2500 also features a convenient, intuitive call control button design that gives users the freedom to answer and end calls with one touch and to access voice dialing. Users with a Bluetooth phone that supports the hands-free profile can also call the last number dialed and reject an incoming call -- all directly from the headset.

"Demand for Bluetooth devices and hands-free wireless communication tools is growing among all market segments, including the consumer. The M2500 fills the need for a lower-priced Bluetooth headset that bridges the gap between corded and wireless products," said Lori Langona, product marketing manager for Plantronics. "This new headset adds to our already sizable family of Bluetooth offerings and allows us to provide a comprehensive range of quality headset solutions that match the mobile lifestyle and workstyle of a variety of users."

"The awareness level of Bluetooth for the average U.S. consumer is rapidly increasing," said Joyce Putscher, research director, In-Stat/MDR. "We expect U.S. demand for hands-free Bluetooth solutions, like headsets, to rise due to more laws that encourage the use of hands-free devices. Plantronics is a strong, well-known player in the headset market and is in a position to offer value to the general consumer market."

Plantronics' Family of Bluetooth Products
The addition of the M2500 Bluetooth headset provides a complete range of wireless solutions, each of which is tailored to match the needs of a variety of mobile users:

-- The M2500 is an excellent choice for price-conscious consumers and for professionals who prefer a lightweight, stylish design;

-- The award-winning M3000 headset is designed for users who require maximum talk and standby time; and

-- The M3500 headset is ideal for the mobile professional who requires superior audio quality, even in noisy environments.

Plantronics' family of Bluetooth products work with any Bluetooth device that supports a headset or hands-free profile, including computers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), PCs, smartphones and automotive telematics.

Specifications, Pricing and Availability
The M2500 includes a status indicator to apprise users of power status, and is equipped for in-car charging(1). The product will be available worldwide this summer through retail outlets and at www.plantronics.com. The M2500 will have an MSRP of US$89.95.

The Plantronics M3000 is currently available worldwide through select retail outlets, and has an MSRP of US$139.95, and the M3500 will be available worldwide in April 2004 through select outlets and have an MSRP of US$169.95. All products include a one-year warranty with Plantronics' world-class service and support.

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