The BT500 comes in a new, improved over the ear design which weighs just 0.67 ounces. This is 20 percent lighter and 30 percent slimmer than previous generations which translates to a more comfortable user experience while talking on the phone. Speaking of talking, the BT500 has a remarkable 8 hour talk time and 240 hours of standby time - which means you'll easily talk your friends ears off if you wanted to.

One of the biggest complaints that most Bluetooth headsets suffer from is how hard it usually is to setup a headset. With the BT500, you can easily pair the headset to another device at the touch of a single button. There are also multi-colored LEDs that light up to indicate connection and battery charging status. One of the best new options is the ability to charge the headset either via the included AC adapter or via a USB adapter. This means you won't necessarily have to carry an AC adapter on the road if you already have a laptop with you.