Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset

The Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset is a solid addition to the world of audio accessories. It combines style and functionality in a sleek package. The headset's modern design is visually appealing, making it a suitable choice for both professional and personal use. In terms of performance, the audio quality is commendable. The headset delivers clear sound, whether you're using it for work-related calls or leisurely listening to music. The noise-canceling feature helps to block out ambient noise, ensuring an immersive audio experience. One notable feature is its compatibility with Microsoft Teams. It seamlessly integrates with the platform, enhancing the communication experience for professionals. The built-in microphone is clear and ensures that your voice comes through crisply during calls. Comfort is key for long hours of use, and the Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset doesn't disappoint in this aspect. The ear cups are cushioned, and the adjustable headband provides a comfortable fit, even during extended wear. Battery life is impressive, with a single charge lasting for hours, reducing the need for frequent recharging. Additionally, the controls are intuitive and easy to use, adding to the overall convenience of the headset. In summary, the Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset offers a balance of style, performance, and comfort. It's a strong choice for professionals looking to enhance their audio experience, especially if they are integrated into the Microsoft ecosystem.

They function well. Connectivity is a breeze with the USB dongle. Audio quality is nice and clear, but very little bass, so they work well for calls and meetings but not media, if that is important to you. They will occasionally disconnect and I have to turn them off/on to reconnect, but other headsets do that as well. They could stand to be a little louder. I usually wear them just off my ear so I can hear my surroundings, then I pull them to my ear for a call. Even that close to my ear, I can barely hear when a call is coming in. Again, not a perfect headset, but they're comfortable, built well, have a quality feel, and function great for their purpose. Teams integration has been seamless so far.

I've been evaluating a few different wireless solutions to use with Teams and decided on the MS Modern Wireless Headset. I've tried the Jabra Evolve2 65 and the Jabra Elite 65t (paired with the Jabra link 380 that comes with the Evolve2 65). The MS Modern Wireless Headset works best with Teams (I've only tried on Windows). I think there must be some optimization going on because when I recorded samples using an audio recorder app, outside of Teams, the mic quality was not very good. But on a Teams call it sounded much better. The MS Modern Wireless Headset has many of the same features as the Jabra Evolve2 65 - status light on the usb receiver, raise mic to mute, on device controls for mute and volume. The volume wheel on the MS Modern headset is superior for me, as opposed to the buttons on the Jabra. The sound on the Jabra mic is superior in all ways (clarity and noise cancelling). Both are light and should be comfortable for most people to wear for extended meetings. But, I have a real problem with the fit of the Jabra. They do not sit well on my ears, and tend to turn in. This causes the mic to touch my face or glasses when lowering it. The Jabra headset does also not feel solid on my head, causing me to hold it on top when moving the mic up or down. I haven't had any problems with it, but the Jabra mic feels flimsy compared to the MS Modern Wireless Headset. The MS headset fits me perfectly, feels light, and rests on my ears at a perfect angle. The MS headset also looks a bit more professional to me, if that is important to you. It sits closer to my head than the Jabra and is slightly smaller. The battery on the Jabra Evolve2 65 will last longer, but the MS headset will easily get through 2 days for me. The Jabra has many setting in the Jabra Direct app, while there is nothing to adjust for the MS headset. The MS headset doesn't have the Sidetalk feature of the Jabra (where you can hear yourself a bit). That is fine for me because the MS headset doesn't completely isolate hearing for me - the ear cups let a little outside sound in so I can hear myself talking. Then, there is the cost difference. The Jabra Evolve2 65 is more than double the MS Modern Wireless Headset. Despite the fit issues, I don't feel the Jabra are worth double. I also tried using the Jabra Elite 65t paired to the Jabra link 380 that comes with the Evolve2 65. This is probably not "officially" supported by Jabra, but you can an official Teams certified version of the 65t that includes the Jabra link (that seems very very expensive to me, though so I thought I would try this set up). The problem I had with the 65t was I couldn't get a good balance of the Hear-Through feature and had that ear plug feeling while talking. The Jabra link can be purchased separately, but it seems really costly to me. The Elite 65t are rather old at this point and only have 5 hours of battery life, and charge the case over micro usb. However, the mics on the 65t do a great job, which was unexpected. The same 65t earbuds paired to bluetooth in Windows had worse range, sound, and mic quality, so the Jabra link does help a lot. One thing to note is the range. I was able to walk about 30 feet away with the Jabra (both the Evolve2 65and Elite 65t) before noticing any problems. The MS headphones seem to lose a bit of audio at about 20 feet (going through a couple of walls). I was able to heard just fine, but people on the calls noticed my audio getting choppy at those distances. This will be fine for my case, but might be an issue for others to consider. If you need a solid performing wired headset, I would go with the Jabra Evolve2 30. I found this had the best features for the price in a wired headset, and purchased one to use as a backup.

I purchased in September 2023 it is now Feb 2025. Pros: to mute just flip the mic up or hit the button Good clear calls This headset does work well for teams, Cisco/finesse, working from home Charges fast and works for a day or 2 between needing to charge again. Cons: The flip to mute glitches sometimes even within the first month of purchase The band on top separated about one month of use. I duct taped it and has been fine The ear cushion just popped off and no way to put it back on. If you’re looking for a cheap wah head set this is good. It lasted about 1.5 years for me even tho some glitches. It is now fallen apart tho so will be ordering a different one to try out.

Muy cómodos, se configura muy bien y rápido, el knob de volumen en la oreja es muy práctico. Lo usé con teams y otros software, todo excelente. Recomendado 100%.

The headset is as described and works good with MS teams and has some nice options, the only thing was that language was in spansih and to change it an App called Microsoft Accessory need to be downloaded in order to change it to English or any other language

Great headphones for teams calls, easy to use and at good price. Would buy it again if needed

Pros: - ultimate noise cancellation - fully compatible with the Microsoft Meet - perfectly made Cons: - does not isolate you from the office noise (you still can hear other workers which is very distractive)

The sound is great, and the features are worth the money but I had issues where the sound would constantly flip to 0%, and couldn't find any support or easy ways to fix this. In the end, it fixed itself but it's something I should have looked into more.