NBC TODAY: Hands Free Phone Gadgets for the Car

This week New York became the first state to legally ban the use of handheld cell phones by drivers. While a strong majority of voters approve of the ban, most drivers say they'll continue to use their cell phones on the road. BestStuff?s own Corey Greenberg shows us some high-tech gadgets that allow safe - and LEGAL - car phone use.



JABRA EarSet
The JABRA EarSet is the only all-in-the-ear speaker and microphone that lets you keep both hands free to drive, write, type and talk on your cellular phone or multi-task at your computer. More safely, more productively, more privately. With the EarSet, there is nothing over your head, over your ear, or in front of your face. Smaller and lighter than a quarter, the EarSet is a comfortable and stylish alternative to bulky headsets or noisy car speakerphones. The JABRA EarSet comes with a selection of six EarGels in different colors and 3 sizes for the left and right ear. Also available in clear and black. $49.95 www.jabra.com




Plantronics M130 Headset
The M130 is an over-the-ear headset with a comfort adjust ear loop for optimal fit and comfort. It features a noise-canceling microphone for crystal clear phone calls, and allows you to drive more safely with both hands on the wheel. The M130 headset is compatible with telecoil-equipped hearing aids - 8000 Series M206-N1M133-N1M143-N1. $30 to $75 depending on cell phone model. www.plantronics.com




CCM The Navigator Hands-Free Kit
CCM?s The Navigatior Hands-Free Kit turns your cellphone into a car speakerphone. Now you can talk with both hands on the wheel using your cellphone! It is the safer way to carry on conversations and much more convenient. $59.95 to $99.95 depending on cell phone model. www.ccmcellular.com




Sharper Image Car Cell Phone System
The Car Cell Phone System plugs into your dash and turns your cell phone into a superior quality hands-free car speakerphone. Best of all, it features exclusive, patented continuous digital recording Hear It AgainT technology so you can instantly "capture the past" and store the prior 20 seconds of any conversation or message - at any point - just by pressing a button.

The Car Cell Phone System's built-in 2 1/4-inch speaker and adjustable boom microphone offer superior sound clarity. When not in use, the system continuously and automatically charges your cell phone's battery. Works with EarHugger earpiece (SU001). Available for two system models: for any Nokia model starting with 51 or 61, or for Motorola Star-Tac. $130 www.sharperimage.com