LG TONE Ultra α Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headset (HSB-830)
- Advanced Quad-Layer Speaker Technology for balanced audio and less distortion
- Dual MEMS Microphones – two microphones deliver voice clarity for clear conversation
- Retractable Wire Management – slim and sleek design with retractable wire management technology
- Modest and Timeless Design – embodies sophistication and simplicity
LG TONE Ultra α – All Day Comfort & Productivity
Enjoy high quality audio and remarkable voice clarity with the new LG TONE Ultra α. As a premium Bluetooth wireless stereo headset, the new LG TONE Ultra α is perfect for on-the-go listening with retractable earbuds, dual MEMS microphones and Advanced Quad-Layer Speaker Technology..
LG TONE neckbands offer complete comfort and versatility when working from home. The around-the-neck design stays with you at all times so you’ll never miss a call.
Form Factor Neckband Neckband Neckband Neckband Neckband Retractable Ear Buds Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Talk Time/ Play Time / Standby Time 13 Hours / 15 Hours /15 Days 8 Hours / 10 Hours / 18 Days 8 Hours / 8 Hours / 18 Days (3 Hours Time / 3 Hours Play Time with External Speaker) 8 Hours / 8 Hours / 10 Days 14 Hours / 13 Hours /22 Days Charging Time / Fast Charging Time – Fast Charge Less Than 2 Hours 10 Minutes Charging = 3 Hours Play Time 10 Minutes Charging = 3 Hours Play Time 10 Minutes Charging = 3 Hours Play Time Less Than 2 Hours Google Assistant Built-In No Yes No No No Sound Solution Quad Layer Speaker Technology Meridian Audio Technology Meridian Audio Technology with 32-bit HiFi DAC Meridian Audio Technology Meridian Audio Technology Quad Layer Speaker Technology Dual Microphones Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes External Speaker No No Yes No Yes Product Weight 1.4 oz 1.55 oz 1.6 oz 1.5 oz 1.06 oz
Amanda –
I really like this headset. I got it because my boyfriend has the same one and told me it was great. Very lightweight. My favorite part is that the ear buds retract when you don’t need them. My previous headset was similar, but the cords and ear buds kept getting tangled in my long hair. I haven’t had that problem with this product. I do wish the cord was a slight bit longer, but it’s pretty good. The sound quality is good, and I haven’t had anyone complain about hearing me. Easy to use as well. Overall, it’s a great product and I would recommend it.
crf450r111 –
Ive had loads of different headsets. I work in the weather outside, freezing temps, rain, hot weather, sweat. Never had any issues. The ear buds get ripped out of my ear by curtain strips after 3 yrs of 5day work weeks getting used all night daily i get about 2-2.5yr life span from these and i put them under extreme conditions at McLane Foodservice. Getting soaked in water or sweat no issues, same with the tiny cord breaking no issues and they get pulled on hard when getting caught on stuff. Battery life is typically 12-14hrs for mine. Im on my 3rd one now after 6yrs of using these headsets. Me and my wife bought 2 pairs of samsung ear bud pros and they lasted 4months before her speaker quit and one of my mics died and put ear piercing sounds into who ever i was talking to. Had a sony pair around the neck and it died at work after 2 months. These are superior!
Brian P. –
3rd one of these I purchased, my favorite Bluetooth. Whether it’s watching a movie, playing poker, or mowing the lawn LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT. Down side while talking on phone if move head to right or left it covers the mic so communication can be frustrating for those on the other end.
Elwood –
I have an earlier version to the Tone Control headphones which I use when working outdoors. I bought another pair for indoor use. My only concern is with the cables going to the earbuds. They are smaller wires and they are on a reel. The reel prevents to wire from getting caught on something. I hope they hold up as good as to older bigger wire. Time will tell. I will update this review when I’ve had more time with the new headphones.
MomOfTwo –
My favorite Bluetooth headphones! This is my second pair as my first needed to be replaced. After time they do wear with the cord retracting so much. My first ones lasted me almost three years! I’ve tried the ear bud ones in the past and they are annoying to find where to put them while your not using them. If u need to take these headphones out of your ear they just retract and sit on our neck. Easy to turn off/on and pair. I can also pair these to my Apple Watch for music. Not ideal for cardio/CrossFit because they do bounce around so that is a downside but I just put one side thru my sports bra strap and it stays in place.
Reader from California –
This is a replacement for a similar model which I used for 8 or 9 years until I lost some pieces and the retracting mechanism didn’t work. That one was good, this one is even better. It seems to charge faster.I prefer it to traditional ear buds since if you need to take them out when you walk into a store or something they retract into the neckband, so you don’t have to find a place for them. Also, great value for the money.If there is noise cancellation it isn’t claimed on the package. That’s okay for me, I walk in a quiet neighborhood.
Rita Thomas –
This LG product performs as expected and that’s why I keep buying LG!!The design is perfect and it sits on my neck without any bother – lightweight, too.Sound quality is excellent.Buttons are placed in convenient locations.Call quality is good (not excellent) because callers tell me it’s muffled or garbled sometimes, but mostly good.The one key feature it doesn’t have (and past headsets have had it) is the button to fast forward/rewind an audio file. I really miss that.
Roger R. Bennett –
Other posters have complained that the headphone set does not have as many buttons as previous models. I have long been a believer in keeping things as simple as possible. I like fewer buttons; things are easier to operate. The sound quality is excellent and the headphones lightweight. I wear these when cutting my grass on my tractor and they block most of the engine sound. No distortion in the sound from the engine, either – I had another set that the engine caused static when running. These are nice, folks!
Amazon Customer –
This is a great blue tooth headset, I have used these kind for years, and this is a little different than the older ones but seams to be really great so far.One thing that I have noticed for years with this headset is that I can make sales really good because when you have good communication, where you can hear them good and they can hear you good, then I can get them to buy my services.I have been using it for u tube videos and the sound quality is great, alsoThe loop It’s great because it dosen’t get lost, and with hands free calling I can be on the phone talking to people, while looking up stuff instantly on the net in my phone.I have used this blue tooth LG LOOP for years and the 800 models are better than the bigger models and with the retractable ears buds are best in this modle.LG WARRANTIES this product for like a year and that’s great but if you buy the extended warranty with it you might get to use the product for like 10 dollars for the cost of the extra warranty, because after they go bad in a year plus, the warranty company will just send you back a check for the money you paid, because they don’t want to keep warranting it for 2 more years, if you don’t mind dealing with warranty paperwork.THIS IS A REALLY GREAT PRODUCT SO FAR
Dana W. –
Well, since I accidentally left a previous version of this headset in a decorative box I had, and sent it to the thrift store, I HAD to buy the newest version LG SB830.It has great sound quality and rockin’ base for those of you who like bump in your music – I listen almost exclusively to R&B and Rap… perfect!The headset is very lightweight – I forget it’s dangling around my neck, I LOVE the retractable earbuds, and because they are attached, I won’t lose them: BONUS!FYI, there’s a downloadable app for the headset, but it doesn’t really have squat except for an equalizer (if that isn’t enough, you can use the sound settings on your phone for more sound tweaks).It was super-simple to pair with my phone: as long as you have the headset turned on, a pop-up should show immediately on your phone so you can connect. There’s also a user’s manual, so can you see visually, how the buttons work (in case they’re not intuitive to you).I’m biased..I LOVE this headset! It also rated higher than other LG Bluetooth headsets..for good reason! Also, Amazon had the best price: I paid $65-ish. At Best buy they were on sale for $76. Happy camper here!!!