BlueAnt V1 World’s First Voice Controlled BT Headset
If you are like me, you are always looking for a way to become better hands free, especially while driving. So when I saw the new BlueAnt V1 BlueTooth headset, it got my attention. The BlueAnt V1 is the World’s First Voice Command BlueTooth Headset. using technology called “BlueGenie” from Sensory, Inc. BlueAnt are known for high end headsets, but the V1 could launch them to whole new level of BlueTooth Headset Superiority that could rival the likes of even Jawbone. Check out these features in the BlueAnt V1:
- Voice control, using the ‘BlueGenie (TM) Voice Interface(1)’
- Dual microphones for pure speech
- Voice Isolation Technology(TM) for extreme noise, wind and
echo cancellation - Bluetooth v2.1
- Multi-point technology – connects two phones at once allowing
you to answer the phone that rings - Incorporates ‘Voice Isolation’ Standard & Max settings
adjustable to surrounding noise environments - Multi-function car & desk charger
- USB Charger
- Innovative tie clip for attaching to shirt or cuff, when not
in use - Inner ear & outer ear speaker gels
- Small and lightweight
- Up to 6 hrs talk-time or 200 hrs standby
- 2 year replacement warranty
With the BlueAnt V1 you will now be able to control your headsets functions using your voice, and eliminate the need for third party software like Microsoft Voice Command. You know the software we are supposed to be getting free in the AT&T ROM update tomorrow! 
The BlueAnt V1 is a little pricey at $129.99, and it is set to be released sometime this week.
For more information, head over to BlueAnt.com after the release or CLICK HERE. This link is where more information will be located after the release.
To read the CES 2008 Press Release, read more after the break.
Source: Ubergizmo.com
LAS VEGAS–(Business Wire)–BlueAnt Wireless today announced that CES Las Vegas 2008 will be the launch-pad for its latest and most innovative Bluetooth Headset – the BlueAnt V1. The world’s first voice controlled Bluetooth headset, the BlueAnt V1 is destined to appeal to those looking for something a little more sophisticated from their Bluetooth device. The BlueAnt V1 Voice Controlled Headset allows users to easily control most functions of their headset using the revolutionary ‘BlueGenie(TM) Voice Interface(1)’ from Sensory, Inc. Talk to it – and it will talk to you. Ask it for assistance – and it will assist you in getting the right command. This headset eliminates the combinations of button pushes, button holds and flashing lights synonymous with advanced Bluetooth devices. One activation button provides you with total control of the V1’s entire function menu system via an easy to use voice interface. The ‘BlueGenie(TM) Voice Interface(1)’ uses advanced Voice Recognition and Voice Synthesis technology to allow users to easily control the functions of their headset using their voice rather than multiple button presses. The V1 also incorporates dual microphones allowing for BlueAnt’s patented ‘Voice Isolation Technology(TM)’, a revolutionary proprietary Digital Signal Processor (DSP) software solution. Voice Isolation Technology(TM) uses advanced techniques to separate the user’s voice signal from all other sounds, enhancing and isolating all frequencies that affect voices coming into and out of the headset resulting in outstanding environmental noise reduction, echo cancellation and wind noise protection. Fitting into BlueAnt’s premium headset range, the V1 is small and lightweight and clips neatly onto a tie, shirt or jacket when not in use. BlueAnt CEO, Taisen Maddern, says, “BlueAnt’s success is a result of development and focus that goes into every aspect of each of our products. We have used the BlueAnt Z9 as our foundation for the V1, and then taken our development process one step further. The products may look slightly similar but the technology is more advanced. It is a sophisticated product offering unlike any other headset that is currently on the market. The V1 will lead the way in Voice Controlled Headset technology providing consumers with the kind of functionality that they have been waiting for.” The BlueAnt V1 Bluetooth Headset offers a range of advanced specifications making it the most innovative Bluetooth headset on the market today. Its features include: — Voice control, using the ‘BlueGenie(TM) Voice Interface(1)’ — Dual microphones for pure speech — Voice Isolation Technology(TM) for extreme noise, wind and echo cancellation — Bluetooth v2.1 — Multi-point technology – connects two phones at once allowing you to answer the phone that rings — Incorporates ‘Voice Isolation’ Standard & Max settings adjustable to surrounding noise environments — Multi-function car & desk charger — USB Charger — Innovative tie clip for attaching to shirt or cuff, when not in use — Inner ear & outer ear speaker gels — Small and lightweight — Up to 6 hrs talk-time or 200 hrs standby — 2 year replacement warranty MSRP: $119.00 USD For further information and product images, please visit our image gallery at www.blueantwireless.com. About BlueAnt Wireless BlueAnt Wireless is a leading supplier of Bluetooth peripheral devices worldwide. BlueAnt’s product portfolio includes hands-free, stereo audio streaming and wireless communication products offering cutting-edge technology, design and features. With its Global Head Office in Melbourne, Australia, BlueAnt has offices in San Francisco and London. About Sensory, Inc. Sensory, Inc. is the leader in speech technologies for consumer products. Sensory is a profitable private company offering a complete line of IC and software-only solutions for speech recognition, speech synthesis, speaker verification, music synthesis and more. The company’s products are widely deployed in consumer electronics applications including telephones, home automation, toys, remote controls, automotive, security, and learning aids. Sensory’s customers represent the leaders in consumer electronics, including such companies as Hasbro, JVC, Kenwood, Mattel, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, Uniden and Sony. Sensory, Inc. is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, with additional offices in Portland, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Vienna. Visit www.sensoryinc.com for more information.
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Nice Voice Control feature. Really DUMB non-removable presets.
Voice Control feature works well, yet BlueAnt (or Sensory) sadly chose to pre-populate the first five voice-activated speed dial positions with voicemail/home/office/favorite/GOOG-411… meaning you have to speak those very phrases to dial your first four calling favorites… and the fifth GOOG-411 entry overrides your phone’s fifth favorite and *cannot* be changed. This setup meshes poorly with the new iPhone 3G.
The decision to configure the V1 presets this way seems like a marketing choice and not a very well thought out one at that. Simply configuring Speed Dial 1, Speed Dial 2, Speed Dial 3, etc, would have been far more functional and adaptable for most users. Plopping the GOOG-411 present at #5 is completely presumptuous… they should have used slot #9, if at all.
Hopefully idiocy won’t prevail and BlueAnt will provide a firmware update the sets the matter straight.
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besides for the voice stuff is this supposed to be any better clear wise or other improvements i dont go for talking stuff and i was about to get the z9i untill i saw this!