Editorial Review
The Motorola HS850 is the company's update to their HS810 headset, one of my personal favorites. The changes made to produce the new HS850 are few, but the effect is relatively substantial. But first, let's start with what is the same.
Like the HS810, the HS850 makes use of a body design that employs a folding microphone boom. The folding microphone boom acts as the on and off switch, as well as just providing a convenient way to make the headset smaller and more pocketable when not in use. When a call comes into your phone, you can turn on and answer the phone at the same time just by unfolding the microphone boom. You can end the call and turn it off by removing the headset and re-folding it. Using the headset in this way conserves battery power, since no battery juice is wasted on standby time - time where the headset sits around waiting to be contacted by a mobile phone or other compatible device. The physical design of the HS850 and the battery savings it imparts is my favorite aspect of the Motorola HS850.
Of course you don't have to remove and turn off the headset between calls. If the headset is already on when an inbound call comes, you will hear the ringing come through on the headset and can answer it by pressing on the main multi-function call control button. You can end the call with this same button, and adjust volume levels with the two volume buttons. If you are using a phone that supports the Hands Free Bluetooth profile, then you can also use the call control button to reject an inbound call or redial the last number.
The HS850's audio properties are also like those of the HS810 before it. The audio quality in both directions is very clear and understandable, but sounds a bit thin. You and the party on the other end of the call will both be able to understand each other easily, it just doesn't sound as full and natural as it might with some other headsets. The HS850 makes up for this small lacking by having great resistance to wind noise, though. That makes the headset perfect for people that enjoy driving with their windows down, or those that work outside. Most headsets are very susceptible to wind noise, the HS850 bucks that trend.
And now for the new stuff. First up, a more powerful battery. The HS850 I tested managed an amazing 7 hours and 50 minutes of talk time. That is a full two thirds improvement over the older model. The truly amazing part is that this new battery life didn't come at the expense of added weight. Like the HS810 before it, the HS850 weighs only .7oz (19.9g).
The next major change perhaps sounds more important than it worked out to be in reality. The HS850 supports the newer Bluetooth v1.2 spec, whereas most headsets support v1.1 only. Motorola claims that when used with a v1.2 compatible phone (there are still relatively few available at the time I write this), the HS850 will be able to connect faster, use less battery power, and offer improved audio quality. While I can see what appears to be a slight improvement in connection speed, I haven't really noticed much of a change in battery life or audio quality.
The last major change is purely cosmetic. The new HS850 headset is blue-gray in color, like a darker version of the HS810's color. I find it more attractive than the light silver found on the HS810.
But regardless of the color, you can't go wrong with Motorola's HS850, which I consider to be perhaps the best value on the market.
--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com
Pros:
- Small, light
- Comfortable
- Nearly 8 hours of talk time
- No wind noise
- Can be worn on both ears
Cons:
- A bit unusual looking
- Audio lacks bass
What's in the box: Motorola HS850 Bluetooth Headset, User Manual, and Quick Start Guide.
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Customer Reviews
Motorola 850 Bluetooth 
2008-07-05
I received the product very quickly. It has worked very well. No problem with staying on the ear as some reviewers have noted. The clarity is excellent.
Headset for Elephants 
2008-07-05
I had a cute little H700 and it served its purpose until I lost it.
I had to buy another one as the two states I spend 99% of my time now require drivers to be handsfree when taking on the cell. I looked through the reviews and bought this version thinking that it is a newer more robust model. To my dismay the hs850 is freakishly large, cheap plastic looking and will not stay on my ear. The wide ear hook in addition to the size/weight of the earpiece only make the matters worse. And forget about wearing sunglasess and the earpiece at the same time. There is just no room behind the ear for both.
If I pressed the earpiece against my ear, the sound quality is not to bad. But that would defeat the whole purpose of "hands-free"
If you are a woman with normal sized ears -- try something else.
Terrible Product 
2008-07-01
I had a bluetooth just like this one for several years and loved it. I dropped it and broke it and wanted to replace it with the same model. I found this on Amazon and ordered. It never did work right: it automatically dialed the last number I had called with I turned it on and it kept hanging up calls that I was in the middle of. I had to return it to Amazon and received a full refund.
Not that great 2008-07-01
I had this bluetooth for a week, then I started having issues. It would disconnect from my phone on its own and then stopped connecting all together. In addition, it isn't that comfortable to wear for a long period of time.
Good sound, great design 2008-06-27
I bought these for my dad to use while driving. He loves them. He says that they're very comfortable, and he loves the ease of use, flip open to use, flip closed to turn off. He sounds fine when I talk to him over it.
HS850 Review 
2008-06-27
The Motorola HS850 is the company's update to their HS810 headset, one of my personal favorites. The changes made to produce the new HS850 are few, but the effect is relatively substantial. But first, let's start with what is the same.
Like the HS810, the HS850 makes use of a body design that employs a folding microphone boom. The folding microphone boom acts as the on and off switch, as well as just providing a convenient way to make the headset smaller and more pocketable when not in use. When a call comes into your phone, you can turn on and answer the phone at the same time just by unfolding the microphone boom. You can end the call and turn it off by removing the headset and re-folding it. Using the headset in this way conserves battery power, since no battery juice is wasted on standby time - time where the headset sits around waiting to be contacted by a mobile phone or other compatible device. The physical design of the HS850 and the battery savings it imparts is my favorite aspect of the Motorola HS850.
Of course you don't have to remove and turn off the headset between calls. If the headset is already on when an inbound call comes, you will hear the ringing come through on the headset and can answer it by pressing on the main multi-function call control button. You can end the call with this same button, and adjust volume levels with the two volume buttons. If you are using a phone that supports the Hands Free Bluetooth profile, then you can also use the call control button to reject an inbound call or redial the last number.
The HS850's audio properties are also like those of the HS810 before it. The audio quality in both directions is very clear and understandable, but sounds a bit thin. You and the party on the other end of the call will both be able to understand each other easily, it just doesn't sound as full and natural as it might with some other headsets. The HS850 makes up for this small lacking by having great resistance to wind noise, though. That makes the headset perfect for people that enjoy driving with their windows down, or those that work outside. Most headsets are very susceptible to wind noise, the HS850 bucks that trend.
And now for the new stuff. First up, a more powerful battery. The HS850 I tested managed an amazing 7 hours and 50 minutes of talk time. That is a full two thirds improvement over the older model. The truly amazing part is that this new battery life didn't come at the expense of added weight. Like the HS810 before it, the HS850 weighs only .7oz (19.9g).
The next major change perhaps sounds more important than it worked out to be in reality. The HS850 supports the newer Bluetooth v1.2 spec, whereas most headsets support v1.1 only. Motorola claims that when used with a v1.2 compatible phone (there are still relatively few available at the time I write this), the HS850 will be able to connect faster, use less battery power, and offer improved audio quality. While I can see what appears to be a slight improvement in connection speed, I haven't really noticed much of a change in battery life or audio quality.
The last major change is purely cosmetic. The new HS850 headset is blue-gray in color, like a darker version of the HS810's color. I find it more attractive than the light silver found on the HS810.
But regardless of the color, you can't go wrong with Motorola's HS850, which I consider to be perhaps the best value on the market.
--Reviewed by Michael Oryl, editor in chief of www.MobileBurn.com
Pros:
- Small, light
- Comfortable
- Nearly 8 hours of talk time
- No wind noise
- Can be worn on both ears
Cons:
- A bit unusual looking
- Audio lacks bass
What's in the box: Motorola HS850 Bluetooth Headset, User Manual, and Quick Start Guide.
Adequate for the price 2008-06-26
I bought this because it was the cheapest BlueTooth Headset available for my BB Curve. It's pretty good. People have told me that it sounds a bit distant when I'm outside... but others can't tell the difference between the phone and the earpiece (inside)
I don't know that I would highly recommend it.. but it does the job... so I would simply recommend it based on the price.
Sure the $100 ones will be better... but for $20 bucks...
Overjoyed 
2008-06-24
The Motorola HS850 really is a powerhouse when it comes to loud and clear audio, plus a lenghthy talk time. I am able to here clearly despite noise and I can be heard as well. I enjoy having to recharge it only every three or four days on average because it has 8 hours of talk time and 200 hours of standby time. I love the convenience of simply unfolding the microphone to answer calls when it's turned off and pushing the button when it's on standby. It's easy to plug in and recharge. It is attractive in appearance and a definite improvement over the old earpiece with the chord attatched. I would recommend this Bluetooth to anyone looking for high quality sound, talk time, and convenience. I love my HS850 Bluetooth! Thankyou
Excellent 2008-06-23
This is an excellent bluetooth headset.Good value for money.
I'm using it with Nokia handset and the results have been pretty good till now. No issues.Go for it.
Love the savings on this Bluetooth 2008-06-23
This is a wonderful bluetooth. I love the fact that it connects as soon as I open the mic. It's easier to use than my last bluetooth and the saving because of the bulk packaging was awesome. I would recommend this product to anyone interested in buying a new bluetooth.
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