Face the Elements with Plantronics’ Durable Explorer 370, the First Bluetooth Headset To Combine Water, Dust and Shock Resistance with Windscreen Technology
Mobile World Congress – Plantronics, Inc. (NYSE: PLT) today
introduced the Plantronics Explorer 370, a new Bluetooth® headset
tailored for the adventurer in all of us – or at least those requiring
their communication tools stand up to the elements. Durability tested to
meet military-grade specifications, the Explorer™ 370 is water, dust and
shock resistant and features windscreen technology to ensure users
experience clear calls no matter what the environment.
“Everyday life can be rough on electronics, so Plantronics developed a
headset that can be tossed around, dropped repeatedly, worn in the rain
and still work properly,” said Ron Vitale, category director for Mobile
at Plantronics, Inc. “The Explorer 370 delivers a quality headset in a
durable package that can withstand tough environments, including windy
and dusty work conditions, rugged outdoor adventures or anything life
throws at you.”
The Explorer 370 is certified to MIL-STD 810 standards issued by the
United States Army’s Developmental Test Command to prove that equipment
qualified to the standard will survive in the field. The first Bluetooth
headset to boast a “ruggedized” design plus Plantronics’ wind screen
technology to effectively filter wind noise, the Explorer 370 also
features QuickPair™ technology to simplify headset-to-mobile phone
pairing. The Explorer 370 provides up to seven hours of talk time and up
to eight days of standby time and is equipped with a lanyard, ideal for
outdoor workers and sports enthusiasts.
Plantronics Explorer 360: A Smart Choice for Simple Setup
With an increasing number of mobile phones featuring Bluetooth, the need
for entry-level products for first-time users is growing. To answer this
demand, Plantronics has also introduced the Explorer 360, a lightweight,
reliable and simple-to-use headset.
Weighing less than an ounce, the compact new Explorer 360 incorporates
excellent call clarity with multiple control features, including volume,
answer and end call, last-number redial, and voice-activated dialing,
with the touch of a button. Plantronics QuickPair technology allows easy
pairing. A universal Micro USB adaptor provides quick charging
convenience for up to seven hours of talk time and eight days of standby
time.
Plantronics Explorer 360A: Enhancing Driver Safety
With an increasing number of U.S. states and municipalities enacting
legislation that requires drivers use a hands-free device while driving,
Plantronics is also bundling the Explorer 360 with a unique “elbow” car
charger that fits within most car cigarette lighters. The Explorer 360A
with car charger delivers a continuously charged Bluetooth headset that
is always within easy reach and line-of-sight for the driver.
Pricing and Availability
The new Plantronics Explorer 370 Bluetooth headset (MSRP $79.95),
Explorer 360 Bluetooth headset (MSRP $69.95), and Explorer 360A
Bluetooth headset with car charger (MSRP $79.95) will be available in
March at major electronic retailers and www.plantronics.com.
About Plantronics
In 1969, a Plantronics headset carried the historic first words from the
moon: “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Since
then, Plantronics has become the headset of choice for mission-critical
applications such as air traffic control, 911 dispatch and the New York
Stock Exchange. Today, this history of Sound Innovation® is the basis
for every product we build for the office, contact center, personal
mobile, entertainment and residential markets. The Plantronics family of
brands includes Plantronics, Altec Lansing and Clarity. For more
information, go to www.plantronics.com
or call (800) 544-4660.
Plantronics, Plantronics Explorer, QuickPair, Sound Innovation, Altec
Lansing and Clarity are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Plantronics, Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by Plantronics, Inc. is under license.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
