What is Multipoint?

Friday 15th August 2008 by Andy Simpson in Mobile Technology.

Multipoint is a new development in Bluetooth technology that allows your Bluetooth Headset to be connected to two Bluetooth devices at the same time. When a call comes in, the headset knows which handset is ringing and will connect to the phone automatically.

Multipoint can benefit most Bluetooth Headset users. It is ideal if you have to carry around a work phone and a personal phone but don’t want the hassle of having two separate headsets. If you use VOIP telephony at home, but don’t want to be tied down to sitting in front of your PC, Multipoint means you can pair your compatible Bluetooth Headset to your PC and your mobile and no matter which phone rings, the call will come through to your headset.

It’s not just business user that can benefit though, with more MP3 and music systems streaming music via Bluetooth, Multipoint means you can be listening to music on your Stereo Bluetooth Headset or Bluetooth Headphones from your stereo or MP3 player, and when a call comes in, the music will pause/mute allowing you to answer the call on your mobile phone. Music playback will automatically resume once you end your call.

What Multipoint Devices are available?

The range of Multipoint enabled devices is growing quickly, with most new Bluetooth Headsets now supporting multipoint. More recently we’ve seen Multipoint technology find its way into Bluetooth Simple Car Kits, great if both driver and passenger need to go handsfree in the car.

Listed below are some of the latest Multipoint devices. View all Multipoint Bluetooth devices.

Multipoint Bluetooth Headsets

i-Tech Arrow X Multi-Point Bluetooth Headset

The i-Tech Arrow X is the state-of- the-art in-ear type Bluetooth headset. It is the perfect combination of function and form. It’s super light weight at 9.4 grams lets you wear comfortably for the duration of the day. Comes with the latest Bluetooth technology v2.0 and noise reduction microphone. Arrow X offers you a stable connection and exceptional clarity at an unbeatable price.

Intelligent, versatile, and elegant. The Nokia BH-904 is an ideal handsfree solution for those who demand quality, style, and
clarity. With the latest technology, including digital signal
processing (DSP) and a sliding boom microphone, this headset delivers
superior performance. A longer lasting battery enables you to talk up to 5 hours with only 15 minutes of charging.

The new Motopure H15 features an exclusive flip design, with an open to talk and a close to save battery function, and has a dual-microphone design. It will automatically enhance frequencies to improve call clarity in both loud and quiet environments. Motopure H15 converts 15 minutes of charging time to over
an hour of talk time.

Multipoint Bluetooth Headphones

The Jabra Halo supports Noise Blackout technology that removes ambient
sound. The headset also features dual microphones, which ensure premium
quality sound while intelligently filtering background clutter. It also
sports advanced DSP technology and Audio Shock Protection to provide
balanced sound removing background noise. Read our Jabra Halo hands on review.

The Sony Ericsson HBH-DS980 allows you to wirelessly connect to your phone, PDA or laptop – wherever you’ve saved the music you want to hear. You still won’t miss a call, unless you want to. High quality components, technology and design make for high quality sound. Pop in the headphones and enjoy music and conversations in superb clarity.

Bluetooth just got cool thanks to the Jabra BT3030. Not only does it look good, it sounds great. Finally a product that lets you listen to music from your mobile – without damaging your style! Plus the ability to use your own 3.5mm headphones too. The BT3030 plays music from any enabled device such as mobile phone and Mp3 player. Play, pause, skip – remote control your music without touching your mobile.

Multipoint Bluetooth Simple Carkits

You’re in control at all times with the Supertooth Visor One. Its vocal recognition system means you only have to say “OK” to answer the call. The Supertooth One is portable and easy to install, simply attach it with the magnetic clip to any vehicles sun visor and it’s ready to use. Supports voice dialing and music streaming from compatible mobile phones.

The new slim and stylish Movon MK30 requires no installation, it simply clips to the sun visor. It features superior sound quality and noise reduction, with and excellent standby time and up to 12 hours talk time. The Movon MK30 features a high definition OLED screen for caller ID and text to speech technology that reads out the name of the caller.

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