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July 8, 2009 7:01 AM PDT

Altec Lansing BackBeat 903 knows how to multitask

by Donald Bell
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Are you looking for a stereo Bluetooth headset that works as well for music as it does for calls? After spending a week with Altec Lansing's $99 BackBeat 903, I think I've finally hit on a Bluetooth headset that can successfully juggle both tasks without breaking the bank or making me cringe.

It's hard not to be picky when it comes to technology you wear on your head. Some people can't stand headsets that pinch their ears or rub against the neck, or they hate designs that make them look like blinking Bluetooth cyborgs. There's no perfect stereo headset for everyone, but so far, the BackBeat is one of the all-around best-sounding, best-fitting models we've tested in this price range.

To read the full review on the Altec Lansing Backbeat 903, head over to CNET Reviews.

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Donald Bell is CNET Reviews' senior editor for MP3 players and portable audio, and one half of the MP3 Insider blog and weekly podcast. He also likes getting his hands dirty with digital audio tools for musicians and DJs.
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by cdxskier6 July 8, 2009 1:35 PM PDT
I'm still waiting for a stereo bluetooth solution that doesn't make the wearer look like a tool.
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