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Jawbone Era™
Simply the best headset on the planet. NoiseAssassin® 3.0, HD music & audio, motion controls, and works with MyTALK — all for $129.99
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The world's best-selling intelligent headset just got better. Now includes HD audio. Only $99.99.
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Talk hands-free, listen in HD, and easily connect to any Mac or PC — all for $139.99
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World's best-selling intelligent headset. NoiseAssassin® 2.5, streaming music & audio, and works with MyTALK — all for $79.99
Compare Headsets | Jawbone Era™ | Icon HD | Icon HD + The NERD | Jawbone Icon |
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| Calls | ||||
| NoiseAssassin®Original and most lethal noise canceling technology on the market. Developed for use by tank commanders and helicopter pilots. Works in tandem with a patented voice activity sensor that rests on your jawbone and literally feels your speech vibrations. | 3.0 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Wind ReductionReduces the annoyance of wind noise and interference when talking through your Jawbone headset. NoiseAssassin blocks wind up to 10 mph. | True | True | True | True |
| Automatic Volume ControlHear clearly and comfortably in any environment. Jawbone ERA will adjust your call volume to your noise environment. Volume automatically increases in noisy places and decreases when you enter a quiet place. | True | False | False | False |
| Caller ID by Name (via MyTALK)Program your Jawbone headset to speak the name of the person calling. Sign up for MyTALK, plug in your headset, and personalize your MyTALK address book custom caller ID names. You'll never need to look at your phone before answering a call. | True | Phone Numbers Only | Phone Numbers Only | Phone Numbers Only |
| Simultaneous MultipointConnect with and actively switch between calls from two different phones or Bluetooth devices. You can also stream wireless audio from one device and take incoming calls from another. Multipoint (not simultaneous) means that you can connect with and accept a call from two different phones, but not answer a second phone call from the other device. | True | True | True | True |
| Audio | ||||
| Audio Quality | HD (16KHz) | HD (16KHz) | HD (16KHz) | Standard (8KHz) |
| Listen to Music & More (A2DP) | True | True | True | True |
| Listen in HD (wideband speaker) | True | True | True | False |
| Simultaneous A2DP Multipoint | False | True | True | False |
| Media Player Play/Pause Control | False | True | True | False |
| Voice AnnouncementsHear spoken updates and alerts whispered in your ear. Your Jawbone headset will tell you everything from how much battery life you have left, the status of your headset (pairing mode, waiting for a connection, connected), to caller ID & more. | True | True | True | True |
| Technology | ||||
| Motion ControlsMagically control your headset with a ShakeShake® to enter pairing mode or a TapTap® of the outer surface to answer phone calls. Built-in motion sensors unlock new interactions and levels of intelligence. | True | False | False | False |
| Built-in AccelerometerMotion sensor that measures and responds to the movement and orientation of your headset. | True | False | False | False |
| Serial FlashHeadset memory that stores personalized settings and speeds up MyTALK sync times when download new apps or software updates to your headset. | True | False | False | False |
| Micro-processors | 2 processors | 1 processor | 1 processor | 1 processor |
| Wireless USB AudioThe NERD (Wireless USB Audio Adapter) is used to instantly connect a Jawbone device with any Mac or PC to enable streaming music and voice from your computer. | False | False | True | False |
| MyTALK | ||||
| Updateable at MyTALKMyTALK is Jawbone's industry-first online platform that let's you personalize and update your Jawbone products. You can change the voice you hear, download apps and voice services, personalize settings, and get the latest features and software improvements. Sign up, sign in and plug in your headset. It's free. | True | True | True | True |
| Download Audio & DialAppsChoose from a wide selection of custom apps for your Jawbone headset at MyTALK. Download different voices or languages, even program your Jawbone headset to send emails and text messages using your voice. | True | True | True | True |
| Supports Software UpdatesStay current with the latest and greatest software updates for your Jawbone headset. Plug into MyTALK and download the newest features and software improvement. | True | True | True | True |
| Design | ||||
| Style | sophisticated, architectural | contemporary, jewelry-like | contemporary, jewelry-like | contemporary, jewelry-like |
| Number of Designs | 4 Designs | 1 Designs | 1 Designs | 10 Designs |
| Fit Options | 8 earbud + optional binaural earloop | 7 earbud + optional binaural earloop | 7 earbud + optional binaural earloop | 7 earbud + optional binaural earloop |
| Carrying Case Included | True | False | False | False |
| Specs | ||||
| Talk Time / Standby Time | 5.5 hours / 10 days | 4.5 hours / 10 days | 4.5 hours / 10 days | 4.5 hours / 10 days |
| On/Off Switch | True | True | True | True |
| Charging Connection | Micro USB | Micro USB | Micro USB | Micro USB |
| Weight | 10.2 grams | 8.2 grams | 8.2 grams | 8.2 grams |
| Dimensions (LxWxD) | 51.3 mm x 14.5 mm x 24.1 mm (2.02 in x 0.57 in x 0.95 in) | 45 mm x 18.25 mm x 26 mm (1.77 in x 0.72 in x 1.02 in) | 45 mm x 18.25 mm x 26 mm (1.77 in x 0.72 in x 1.02 in) | 45 mm x 18.25 mm x 24 mm (1.77 in x 0.72 in x 0.94 in) |