Plantronics Pulsar 590 A

377 reviews

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 377 reviews of Plantronics Pulsar 590 A. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the size and price. The portability and usability are also mentioned favorably, but many are critical about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Plantronics Pulsar 590 A is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Plantronics Pulsar 590 A

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Plantronics Pulsar 590 A from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 2.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the usability. The sound also gets good feedback. There are some negative reviews about the price.

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50% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

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Amazon.com review summary for Plantronics Pulsar 590 A

alaTest has collected and analyzed 229 user reviews of Plantronics Pulsar 590 A from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the comfort and price. The usability and portability are also appreciated, whereas many are negative about the reliability.

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79% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : PCMag Staff (pcmag.com)

Plantronics Pulsar 590A

This trendy metallic headset weighs just 3.5 ounces, but when you make the Bluetooth connection, you'll instantly notice improved fidelity.

This trendy metallic headset weighs just 3.5 ounces, but when you make the Bluetooth connection, you'll instantly notice improved fidelity. Only newer phones such as the Motorola 680i support the Bluetooth AD2P stereo profile, although older phones...

Dec, 2005

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Expert review by : CDRinfo (cdrinfo.com)

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Conclusions As I said earlier, Bluetooth Stereo is still an emerging technology. I am convinced that it will get better in time. While not the finest sounding Stereo Headphones, much of the limitation in sound quality is due to the technology of...

Apr, 2008

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Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Stereo Headphones

The more technologically advanced our BlackBerry devices get, the more we can begin to replace other gadgets and eliminate the need for multiple devices. Now, I'm not yet ready to ditch my iPod - but I am getting closer. Now that I have a 4GB Memory...

The Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Stereo Headphones are available for $129.95 to $249.00 at various web resellers.

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by : tjchan (justanothermobilemonday.com)

Review: Plantronics Pulsar 590a

I am a newcomer to the world of Bluetooth (BT) and I marvel at what devices BT can connect. From mice and keyboards to headphones and headsets, BT is certainly taking the world by storm adding capabilities with each new version.

What can I say? As a short time user of Bluetooth devices, I now see the power of blue. The Plantronics Pulsar 590a has most certainly become my headset of choice when I am at home or on the go – as long as I’m not driving. I have fallen in love with...

Jan, 2008

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With Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Headset, weight and mounting will never be a problem. It is carefully designed to be weightless but still clamber up, so your comfort will never be compromised.

Having a Bluetooth headset will make your life easier, and not to mention neater! No need to worry about the wires hanging up your neck or wires all over your desk! A great buy for users of ipods, mp3 players, mobile, laptops and computers. This device...

Jun, 2007

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Expert review by : Lisa Gade (mobiletechreview.com)

Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Stereo Headset Review - Mobile Tech Review

Plantronics has a group of industrial designers in house who oversee the design and usability of headsets they make. Their late Bluetooth headset series such as the Discovery models show both elegance and very functional design. The Pulsar 590 has a...

Great looking headset that's comfortable to wear. Solid Bluetooth implementation that works with a wide range of mobile devices. Very good sound quality and good range. Good battery life and ample charging options. The in-flight cable is a nice touch...

The volume up/down and the Track Forward/Back buttons are a bit hard to find when you are not looking at them.

The Plantronics Pulsar 590A has a great feature set that can take care of your phone and music needs. It looks uber-cool and sleek too-and looks do count when you're talking about something you wear on your head. We've reviewed several Bluetooth stereo...

Mar, 2007

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Expert review by : Jerome Pearce (mrgadget.com.au)

Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Stereo Headset with Adapter Review

This one is really excellent. Pricey, but delivers everything. My PDA does not support streaming Aud...

Feb, 2007

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Expert review by : Nathan Kirsch (legitreviews.com)

Plantronics Pulsar 590A Bluetooth Headset Review

The Plantronics Pulsar 590 Series Bluetooth Stereo Headsets are said to deliver the ultimate in wireless freedom. With up to 12 hours of talk time and 10 hours of listen time, you can enjoy wireless stereo listening on laptops, PCs, TVs, DVD and MP3...

With a street price of $140, the Plantronics Pulsar 590A is the most versatile Bluetooth headset we have tested. If you are looking for the most complete stereo wireless headset system to work seamlessly between your cell phone, AV system, or portable...

May, 2006

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Pulsar 590A

Choosing a good Bluetooth headset is difficult. Light weight versions are so light that having them securely mounted to/on your ear is a problem, and heavy duty headsets include secure mounting as part of their structure. With Plantronics Pulsar 590A...

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Expert review by : Stuff.tv (stuff.tv)

Plantronics Pulsar 590A review

As long as you're not the littlest hobo, you'll love the Pulsar 590A's stylish desktop charging stand, a great reminder to charge your cans as you come through the door. The natty stereo dongle charges from it, too, although the 590As can be paired...

Oct, 2006

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