Nokia HS-26W headset with OSX

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Nokia HS-26W headset with OSX

Before I go and buy this headset, I just wanted to hear from any users here if they've had experiences with this particular make and model - and specifically I'd be interested in whether it works with Skype or not.

Any experiences, good or bad?

15 PowerBook G4 1.5GHz Mac OS X (10.4.2) 1GB RAM, 80GB 5400rpm HD, 128MB VRAM

Posted on Apr 26, 2006 3:52 PM

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Answer 1

Apr 26, 2006 10:29 PM in response to Mika Inkinen

Go for the successor Nokia BH-200 if you do not miss the color options of the HS-26W (white, blac or pink). The BH-200 is smaller and has newer Bluetooth profiles. If your Nokia does not have the small power connector, better go for a Nokia HS-5xW like the HS-54W or HS-56W. No adapter for the power input required with one of those.

Personally, I do not like the HS-26W. It is easy scratch, its usability is 100% different from other headsets and it is Bluetooth visible all time. Do not like that. Someone like a neighbour could hijack the headset while not using it and listen to you all the time. Same applies for the Nokia BH-200. The HS-5xW are not affected by this.

If you do not have a Nokia mobile phone at all, please go for a Plantronics Bluetooth headset. The Nokia ones are just a bit more expensive, with a Nokia power input but bought by Nokia from other manufacturers anyway.

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Mika Inkinen Author

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Apr 28, 2006 12:31 PM in response to Alexander Traud

I would have gotten the BH-200, actually - except for one small snag. It isn't compatible with the Nokia N70. I've asked why on Nokia's discussion forums, but nobody seems to be able to give an anwer...

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Apr 28, 2006 2:40 PM in response to Mika Inkinen

Are you refering the Nokia compatibility chart on their accessories webpage? Forget it. Buggy. Forum Nokia is not for end-consumers, one reason you might got no answer.

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Mika Inkinen Author

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Apr 28, 2006 3:15 PM in response to Alexander Traud

I've been told by users who've bought it that it doesn't work - according to them, Nokia engineers have told them there's a compatibility problem. But that is second hand knowledge, so I'm not sure.

Also, I emailed the Nokia online store, and they did say they weren't compatible.

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Mika Inkinen Author

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May 6, 2006 9:41 AM in response to Mika Inkinen

I've got the HS-26W now, and it seems to be working fine both with my N70 and with Skype on my PB G4.

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