If you ever tried to listen to music with Bluetooth headphones on the previous version of Mac OS X (Tiger), you would get low non-stereo sound quality. This is because Tiger doesn’t support Bluetooth headphones (to be more specific, Tiger doesn’t support A2DP).
On the other hand, the latest version of Mac OS X Leopard does support Bluetooth headphones, which means you can listen to your music in good stereo quality. In addition, if the Bluetooth headphones come with remote controls, chances are you can use them to control iTunes as well. (To make sure your headphones do work, make sure they’re compatible with A2DP and AVRCP.)
As for me, I use the mLink R (MPX3000R) from Mobilecast, a Japanese maker. When compared to the latest iPod Shuffle, it’s a little bit bulky. In addition to being white and clippable, what’s good with mLink R is that it has a 3.5mm stereo jack allowing you hook it up to your favorite earphones or home / car stereo.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Mac Tip: Using Bluetooth Headphones with Mac OS X Leopard
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
3 comments:
But, isn't a 3.5 jack can be easily switched to with an adapter with any earphone?
Good and informative, Thanks SWG!
Yup, you're correct. However, some or most Bluetooth headsets have the earphones built in, so you can't use the earphones of your choice with them.
Comes to think of it, you are right. My Bluetooth ear set has no plug at all. Good Point SWG!
Post a Comment