Choice of two Headset designs in New Line: GN 6110 Headset With Foldable
Design is Coolest Headset To Use Both at Work and on the Road; GN 6210 Headset
Uses Popular JABRA FreeSpeak(TM) Design for Comfort and Great Sound
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Today from booth #21410 at Consumer
Electronics Show 2004, GN Netcom, the worldwide leader in wireless hands-free
communications, unveils a new line of DuoLink(TM) Bluetooth headsets that
finally allow the use of a single headset with both desktop and mobile phones
-- eliminating the hassle of juggling multiple headsets for different phones
while offering innovative wearing styles inspired by the professional mobile
market.
The first two headsets in the new product line are the GN 6110 (available
Q1 2004), which utilizes an incredibly tiny and light fold-out form factor and
the GN 6210 (available Q2 2004), which utilizes the comfortable behind-the-ear
form factor first made popular by GN Netcom's enormously successful JABRA
FreeSpeak headset. Both headsets will be available through GN Netcom's
worldwide range of distributors and resellers.
Seamless and Intuitive
GN Netcom -- the world's largest manufacturer of Bluetooth wireless
headsets through its GN Netcom and JABRA brands and various OEM manufacturing
arrangements -- developed the innovative dual-use technology known as DuoLink
at its R&D facilities in its world headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark.
DuoLink technology builds upon the Bluetooth wireless protocol -- previously
only capable of linking a headset to a single device at a time -- by adding an
additional software layer to the headset.
The software enables the headset to pair concurrently with both a desk
phone (either digital or analog) and a mobile phone. An included base station,
which incorporates a Bluetooth transceiver as well as the headset's charger,
is connected to the landline phone. Users can then simply press the
"answer/call" button on the GN 6110 or GN 6210 headset if either the mobile
phone OR the desk phone rings -- no awkward wires, no fumbling with two
headsets.
Similarly, users can initiate an outgoing call by simply pressing the same
button. If the headset detects the base station nearby, it will initiate a
connection to the desk phone, ready for dialing. If not, it opens a connection
to the mobile phone, which can be dialed manually, or if supported by the
phone, by voice command. The user can also initiate a mobile call from the
mobile phone as they normally would.
GN Netcom's market research illustrated that today's business professional
has dramatically increased the percentage of work calls outside of his or her
office. Whether traveling, commuting or working from home, today's
professional doesn't stop working at the office door. The result is an
increasing dependence on both an office phone and a mobile phone. GN Netcom is
meeting a market need by allowing the same headset to be used for all calls,
whether through a mobile phone, or a landline phone, simplifying
communications for today's professional. Since the base station is attached to
the phone through the standard handset, the GN 6110 and GN 6210 can work with
literally any landline phone on the market -- whether digital or analog.
"The GN 6110 and GN 6210 with new dual-use DuoLink technology represent
another first for GN Netcom, the first to provide a Bluetooth hands-free
device in 2000," said Tobe Cohen, Senior Vice President, Marketing, GN Netcom,
Inc. "Being the global leader in both mobile and office wireless products
allowed us to identify a growing trend in the convergence of mobile and office
headset usage. Our market research identified a strong desire to have a single
headset that can follow the mobile professional anywhere he or she works and
offers the wearing styles popularized among mobile users."
Both headsets provide the Bluetooth-standard 30 feet of range. The
headsets are fully compatible with GN Netcom's optional GN 1000 remote handset
lifter, providing the ultimate in flexibility by raising and lowering a
desktop telephone's handset automatically. A travel charger is bundled with
the headsets allowing users to conveniently recharge their headset when on the
road, without needing to unplug the transceiver from the landline phone.
"I'm extremely impressed with what GN Netcom has accomplished with this
new dual-use technology," said Eddie Hold, Vice President of Telecom Services
for Current Analysis, Inc. "These new devices finally manifest the real
promise of Bluetooth technology - products that make our lives easier by
linking seamlessly and without wires to other devices. We feel that the GN
6110 and GN 6210 have the potential to spur Bluetooth adoption in the U.S. and
continue the momentum for Bluetooth's already significant penetration in
Europe."
GN 6110 - Tiny, Light and Eye-Catching
The GN 6110 boasts an incredibly tiny form factor weighing under one ounce
and with a diameter of only 50 mm (under two inches) when closed - perfect for
dropping into a shirt pocket. When in use, a foldable silver boom arm extends
out of the device providing excellent sound quality and an unmistakable "wow"
factor.
The unit is designed for maximum comfort -- it can be left on all day
without fatigue. The GN 6110 features a talk time of four hours with a standby
time of one week. Also, the headset features a reversible earhook allowing it
to work on either ear -- but an imbedded tilt sensor ensures that the button
orientation remains the same regardless of which way the headset is worn.
GN 6210 - Comfortable and Superior Sound
The GN 6210 uses a "behind-the-ear" form factor already popularized by GN
Netcom's hugely successful JABRA FreeSpeak Bluetooth headset. The headset is
made of a soft, sound-absorbing elastomer material that reduces distortions,
resulting in crisp sound quality. The earpiece and microphone boom fit behind
either ear for a comfortable, secure fit. The earpiece also features the JABRA
MiniGel(TM). This soft, ergonomic gel tip channels sound directly into the
user's ear for better reception and improved ability to hear conversations
clearly even in noisy environments. The GN 6210 weighs under an ounce and
measures 1 1/4" d x 2" w x 2 1/4" h. It features a talk time up to four hours
with a standby time of up to 100 hours.
GN 6110 will list at $299 in North America. GN 6210 pricing has not yet
been set. For high-resolution images please visit http://imageweb.gnnetcom.dk.
About GN Netcom Group
GN Netcom is a world leader in hands-free communication technologies. The
company develops, manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of corded as well
as wireless headsets and related products through its two market focused
divisions: Contact Center & Office Division and Mobile Division. The Contact
Center & Office Division, under the GN Netcom brand, provides solutions
covering the hands-free communication needs of professionals working in
contact centres and offices. The Mobile Division provides innovative
hands-free solutions under the JABRA brand for users of mobile devices.
Founded in 1987, GN Netcom is part of GN Store Nord, an international
group of companies focusing on intelligent technology solutions for personal
Communication. GN Store Nord is traded on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange
(Reuters: GN.CO; Bloomberg: GGNDF). For further company information please
visit http://www.gnnetcom.com. For information about products please visit
http://www.gnnetcom.com/usa or call 1-800-826-4656
The Bluetooth(R) word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by GN Netcom is under license. Other trademarks and
trade names are those of their respective owners.
SOURCE GN Netcom
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Related links:
http://www.gnnetcom.com
CONTACT:
Ethan Rasiel of Edelman, +1-212-704-4521, or
ethan.rasiel@edelman.com, for GN Netcom
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