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Plantronics Backbeat 500 Series Headphones Make Wireless Your New Standard With Up to 18 Hours of Deep, Rich Sound - for MSRP Under $80SANTA CRUZ, Calif., March 21, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plantronics (NYSE:PLT), a pioneer in audio and wearable technology, today announced the new BackBeat 500 Series[1]. The on-ear Bluetooth® stereo headphones incorporate Plantronics signature audio, a lightweight design and up to 18 hours of listening and talk time on a single charge. With an MSRP of $79.99 USD, BackBeat 500 Series helps make the transition to wireless listening simple without sacrificing quality, comfort and affordability. Plantronics BackBeat 500 Series is now available worldwide.
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at //www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ab1ec6db-c582-406a-8622-576a3c6cc23b //www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/274c8a16-2ce5-48d4-86cf-73207f3b3ab6 //www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/b8983912-6528-4d42-9130-7d6aafc51b23 “Your first great pair of headphones is something special – it’s an extension of your style, and a constant companion that provides the soundtrack to your life. These days, more and more consumers are choosing to ditch the cord for the first time, but aren’t willing to make any compromises,” said Greg Miller, director of Portfolio Business Management at Plantronics. “BackBeat 500 Series is that perfect first pair of over-the-head wireless headphones, offering the longest listening time in its price range, along with premium design touches and Plantronics signature high-quality audio.” Whether you’re racing to class or sitting in a packed coffee shop, BackBeat 500 Series brings your music to life without weighing you down. It features 40 mm drivers and a bass tube design for deep, rich sound. Comfortable memory foam ear cushions help isolate sound, while on-ear controls provide easy access for calls and music. Take calls with a wideband-enabled mic and access Siri, Google Now, or Cortana straight from the headphones. Additional BackBeat 500 Series features and benefits:
Pricing and Availability Plantronics Award-Winning BackBeat Family About Plantronics Plantronics, BackBeat and DeepSleep are trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. registered in the US and other countries. The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of the mark by Plantronics, Inc. is under license. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. [1] BackBeat 500 Series includes BackBeat 505 and BackBeat 500, differentiated by regional markets and channels in which the products are sold. [2] Waterproof in fresh water up to one meter (3.28 ft.) for 30 minutes (IP57). However, Bluetooth® technology does not transmit underwater. Plantronics.com/waterproof.
Press Contact: Lerin O’Neill Plantronics Senior Manager, Public Relations (831) 458-7595 [email protected] |