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Jabra BT530

PCWorld Rating

4.0
4.0 / 5 - PCWorld, Dec 22, 2008

Pros

  • Comfortable fit, sleek design
  • Hook and no-hook options

Cons

  • Inconsistent call quality
  • Call button hard to reach initially

Bottom Line

Wearing the Jabra BT530 with or without the earhook provides a secure fit, but its audio quality isn't consistent.

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