Latest 6 Reviews Here is what people are saying about the Nokia HDS-3 FM Stereo Headset with On/off Switch for 3200, 3300, 6230, 6820, 7210 Handsets
"I can't believe some of the reviewers are so thick.."
2006-07-12
- Reviewed By User: A5R0Y7845GIYH
The design is obvious! It took my 9 year old daughter exactly 15 seconds to work them out. :-) the microphone is as good as anything I have used. I don't listen to radio, but I have used them as handsfree. Only problem I find (but then I find it with all 'buds') is they are a little too big for my petite, delicate, little ear holes.
My cord has the straight connector instead of the 90 degree one that this one has but is otherwise identical. Works great except that it gets loose at times and the sound will only work in one ear until you snugly plug it back in again. I wish it had a 2.5mm or 3.5mm plug, but blame Nokia for that. Sound quality is pretty good. Better than a lot of stereo ear buds out there. All this time I have been using it incorrectly as the reviews have pointed out. It still picks up the sound well even with the mic way down in my lap and flipped over. Now that I know how to use it (duh), it should work even better. I gave it 4 stars because of the loose connection issue.
"You've Been Using It Wrong"
2006-01-21
- Reviewed By User: A3ENMSJLGRQXSE
The guy is correct. You all have been using the headset wrong. Its a common mistake. I even wore it that way a few months before I realized there was a mic integrated inside.
You adjust the position of the white clip that is located between the earbuds and the microphone. Seperate the clip into two halves. Reconnect the clip in the back so that your neck is between the mic and the clip. Then plug the earbuds in your ears.
I have to say that the mic is extremely sensitive. Even if you dont wrap the so that the mic is closer to your mouth you will still be heard. I have had complaints about being too loud when I wear it how it is designed to be worn. I even have conversations with it through my winter coat without a problem.
"Mike's right... you just have to put it on correctly"
I put the earbuds in, slide the little plastic piece down to my waist, pull it apart and reassemble it behind my neck. That brings the microphone up to the perfect location, and the cords are kind of "hidden" behind your back. Then I turn on the radio, put the phone in my pocket and go. I think it's a pretty ingenious design, and I really like that you can change your FM presets by pushing the rubber button on the microphone.
On the downside, the stereo effect can be intermittent. I often lose FM stereo entirely while walking, or it comes in and out. I don't know if it's just a faulty cord design or what, but that could really be improved upon, as it's really annoying when it happens.
Mike, thanks for the review and the photo! Hopefully everyone can look at it and rediscover this fun headset.
I have been the recipient of the following comments while "using" this headset - and experimenting with the mic held at various distances, even NEXT TO my mouth: "You sound like you're talking over a 1970s school PA system" "You sound like you're calling from Europe... in the 1950s" "I can't hear a word you're saying" "Speak up!!!" "Are you in a tunnel?" "GET A NEW HEADSET!!!!" ...let it be said I wish for this product there were negative stars; because of this "headset" I now have radiating pain from my neck to my hand due to being forced to cradle my tiny cell phone between my ear and shoulder. I'm still trying to find a better headset that will fit this crazy Nokia jack and also work with the radio on my 7280!! Help is welcome!
"You all are wearing it wrong."
2005-11-11
- Reviewed By User: A30DB7GCJX7QMW
The little adjustable plastic piece between the mic and earpieces slides up and down. Then you pull it apart and put it back together behind your neck (like a necklace) then the mic can be wherever you like.
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"I can't believe some of the reviewers are so thick.."
"You've Been Using It Wrong"
"WORST DESIGNED HEADSET EVER"