Blueant update q1

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We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. There was I able to update the Q1 to the latest firmware the first time with no install issues whatsoever. It connects quickly and streaming audio is not a hassle. Simply pressing play on your phone starts it immediately. The only downside it seems is the very low audio volume even at the maximum setting.

Voice commands are very clear and understandable. Using the voice command feature on the iPhone via the Q1 also worked well. Battery life is decent as I was able to listen to music and podcasts continuously for roughly 4. Charge time is about 1. It comes with 2 sizes of ear buds and an ear hook. The included USB cord is very short making it easy to carry in a pocket. Should BlueAnt release a new firmware update I and other current users of Vista and Windows 7 will be left out in the cold.

We are also left stranded if we needed to purchase a new Q1 or even receive one as a gift due to lose, theft, or damage. A tech enthusiast who has something to say every now and then. View all posts by Wyatt. I was looking for something new and good. We wouldn't be going through the contortions of trying to update the firmware if it wasn't necessary to use the Q1 with VoiceOver, since, unless you get the version of the updater that Geoff uploaded to SendSpace, you have to register your product at the BlueAnt web site in order to get the software updater.

By the way, I still don't know how the BlueAnt Q1 sounds with an iPhone, since I set this up for someone who uses a different mobile phone, and I myself have an iPod Touch that can't currently use the BlueAnt Q1 device. It does pair with my MacBook, though. When Robert first posted to the list about the BlueAnt Q1, and the availability of upgrading the firmware so that VoiceOver could be heard, you mentioned that you had bought the V1 on eBay.

Yes, the V1 does have voice control. It is the earlier model that first supported voice control. It does not have a firmware upgrade that will support A2DP.

I'm not sure what happens if you apply the wrong firmware update. What version of the firmware do you presently have? Usually, you can check this if you look for more details once the device is connected. The Q1 headset is slightly curved, while the V1 is straight apart from the rounded corners. One of the features of making you register your BlueAnt device, I think, is that you can't download the firmware update for another device.

Since Geoff has placed the firmware updater for the Q1 on SendSpace, it's possible that you could apply the wrong updater for you headset. I don't know what happens if that is the case.

Current functions could stop working. If, after waiting a bit, you don't hear this chime, and the "Continue" button for the updater program remains undimmed, detach the BlueAnt Q1 from the end of the cable, hold down the volume up switch at the side of the device, and try connecting it to the mini-USB port again.

Perhaps if you describe what's happening? Does the updater crash on you? Are you plugging in the headset while holding down the up button but the Q1 is still not recognized? Are you holding down the volume up button as you're plugging in the set? If you are and its still not seeing it I'm out of suggestions. I got caught there too and then finally read all the instructions on the screen. Take care. Reply to author.

Report message as abuse. Show original message. Either email addresses are anonymous for this group or you need the view member email addresses permission to view the original message. HI all, I am considering the blueant q1 headset for my IPhone. Paul and Tammy. Hi, I'm not familiar with these headsets however a quick google reveals that they are over the ear hook with earbuds so yes they hook over your ear and are inserted into the ear.

There are large and small earbuds in the box. As for answering calls, they are voice controled. Try googling: blueant q1 then click on the first result then when you get to the blueant page for the headset, click on features and you can see all this and more.

Bernard Hemmings. I too am after good set of bluetooth headphones for my iphone. I know they should be confortable to where in ed while lying on my back. A good top end or lots of trebble is important and that they work well with voiceover.

May McDonald. Mine doesn't hook over my ear. It goes in my ear. If there's a hook, I didn't see one in the box. Geoff Waaler.

Hi May, You must be running the 64 bit W7 hence haven't been able to apply the firmware yet. Nope, my windows 7 is definitely the 32 not 64, smile. Ah well, I'm going to use my bf's computer to try and update it and hope his computer will pick up the blueant.

Hi Geoff and May, In the BlueAnt Q1 package there was a flat trapezoidal box, about the thickness of your iPhone and maybe 3 inches long on one side; slightly longer on the other. Firstly there are a couple of pedestrian modes including walk, faster stride and one or two others.

I used voxtrek today on a 4 kilometre walk. I did not input a root but wanted to see whwhat feedback I would get as I am trying to compare it with wayfinder access. I had set my home location and downloaded my map area a few days ago when I first purchased the software. On the front is large multifunction call button with the BlueAnt logo on it, while the volume keys are on the right side.

All buttons are easy to press, though the volume increase key is a bit on the small side. On the back of the Q1 is an earpiece covered in a soft silicone ear bud.

The ear bud is slightly tapered toward the bottom to fit snugly in the ear. The Q1 comes with two different size ear buds for different size ears. There's also an optional ear hook for additional stability. We found the ear bud to fit quite comfortably, but we admit that it does take a bit of fiddling so that it fits just right.

This is especially important since the dual microphones on the Q1 needs to line up with your mouth for the best performance. Wearing the right size ear bud is quite crucial to this--wearing one that is too small or too large might result in the Q1 shifting ever so slightly away from this alignment.

When the alignment is off, the voice controls won't work as well. Like with the V1, there was no need to refer to the manual to know how to pair the devices. Just wear the Q1, turn it on, and follow the voice prompt tutorial to pair and connect your phone.

When you first turn it on, the Q1 automatically goes into pairing mode. However, if you want to do it manually, just say "Pair Me" as a voice command. The BlueAnt Q1 has multipoint technology, which means we could connect to both the iPhone and the Blackjack at the same time.