New BlueAnt Interphone System For Riders

Tuesday, December 08, 2009

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BlueAnt Wireless today announced the release of the new Interphone F4 hands-free communication system specifically designed for motorcycle riders to talk hands-free on their mobile phones. Easily attached to either full-faced or open-faced helmets, the fully weatherproof, water-resistant Interphone F4 incorporates stereo capability and differentiating voice technology so bikers can enjoy wireless entertainment and mobile phone communication on the road.

BlueAnt is committed to providing ease-of-use and true hands-free functionality in its products through simple voice interfaces. With its voice-answer capability, bikers can take calls by simply saying “Hello”. To further increase usability

BlueAnt F4 Wireless Communication System

BlueAnt Wireless has released the F4, a new Interphone Communication System for motorcycle riders.

and maximize safety, the F4 also offers automatic voice dialing and redial functionality when supported by the user’s mobile phone. Stereo music streaming is another key feature of the F4 allowing riders to listen to music from their A2DP Bluetooth phone and music players.

“We are excited to delight yet another group of drivers with the value of voice functionality,” said Taisen Maddern, Executive Chairman of BlueAnt Wireless. “All features are included with the motorcycle enthusiast in mind such as A2DP for wireless music enjoyment, technology to minimize external noise and the ability to withstand exposure from the elements, particularly rain. Whether using the F4 on a solo ride or conversing with other F4 users on a group ride, your trip is going to be that much safer and enjoyable with this communications system.”

With an automatic volume adjustment feature that fine-tunes to environmental noise caused by speed and a world-class Digital Signal Processor (DSP), the F4 enables excellent clarity of sound in speeds of up to 110 mph. The F4’s intercom capability can be used between other F4 units used by either pillion riders or bikers cruising in close proximity to each other (up to 1,640 feet).

The F4 will pair with up to eight Bluetooth devices and multipoint technology allows the F4 to connect to two phones at once. Additionally, bikers can listen to turn-by-turn directions from “motorcycle-friendly” Bluetooth GPS devices and enjoy up to 10 hours talk-time and up to 700 hours of standby time.

The Interphone F4 communication system is supported by BlueAnt’s committed customer service program and 2-year warranty. Visit www.blueantwireless.com for detailed product information and specifications as well as information regarding Bluetooth wireless technology, BlueAnt and its entire range of wireless products. The Interphone F4 communication system is available for purchase on the BlueAnt Wireless web site at an MSRP of $225.00.

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Comments

kailash -no no no March 17, 2010 10:57 AM
I looked also at BlueAnt last night. I wouldn't mind if the life was projected at 10 years, but when they said as short as two years depending on use, that was just too little for me. Having had many cell phone batteries go TU in the 2-3 year time frame, I'm not buying an intercom for that kind of money with a battery type with a 2-3 year lifespan and then have to throw out the entire unit. That is just insane in my opinion, but apparently enough people are buying them to keep the makers in business.

cool_rider -agreed with smith March 6, 2010 12:54 AM
I am facing the same problem kailash.I have the Blue ant interphone system and have been told the scalar system is much better. The blueant disconnects from the Missus when she gets more than a kilometer behind and it doesn't reconnect aparently the scalar system will still reconnect and battery life lasts a hell of a lot longer.

smith -I dont like the product February 27, 2010 03:11 AM
hello I have bought it recently from australia, and Its not like the one, I was thinking to be. I am quite disappointed after wasting alot of money. The voice quality at high speeds sucks. People I spoke to couldn’t hear me when travelling above 60

Tim -My F4 Review January 15, 2010 12:45 PM
I wrote the review on MajestyUsa.com. I tried it with an iPod using the external Bluetooth, and the music does return after intercom. My guess is that there will be the same problem with any phone that doubles as your music device (like the iPhone). If you use separate devices, you should be good.
Distractions: I do NOT use the phone when riding: ever (as it says in the review). While answering a phone call is totally hands-free, I still think it is a bad idea. Music distracting? Get off it. Radios were put back into Federal vehicles 20 years ago when they found they had MORE accidents in cars without radios (sleeping). I have been in many group rides where collisions have occurred from idiots trying to hand-signal, or worse, YELL bike-to-bike about an upcoming turn. Bike-to-bike coms on a long ride is a life saver. This one works, and works well....if you aren't using the iPhone!

Frankie -Interphone F4 review December 26, 2009 01:10 AM
Just as I complained about not being able to find a decent review for the F4, I find one on MajestyUsa.com the link to the article is below. http://majestyusa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=6252 In general the only complaint from the reviewer is that the headset will not resume playing music after the intercom mode is initiated. Happens only with intercom mode. Maybe it happens only with iPhones? Ending a phone call will take you back to the music you were listening to. I'm not an iphone user anyway so I don't care. The good audio quality was mentioned which is a major selling point to me. I think I'll give it a buy.

Frankie -Distractions December 26, 2009 12:40 AM
You could argue that it's not that much more of a distraction. I wear a full face helmet when I ride. Once you've accelerated to 40 mph or so the wind noise becomes the dominant sound you hear anyway. Why not have the convenience of GPS directions in your ear or even some music? I've been looking everywhere on the internet for reviews of the interphone f4 but haven't been able to find any that provided enough detail. I've used blue ant products in the past for strictly in office use. Based on that I would like to try this, but I haven't seen any review for the F4 that say the product has great audio quality or great call connectivity. As of right today (26-Dec-2009) they're selling on Amazon.com for $245. I would be willing to pay that price if I knew the product was solid. There are currently a lot of reviews for Scala products on Amazon which seem to be good, but I'd like to know this one is good too since I've had good luck with their products in the past.

Djfargo -It's good but needs to be better... December 15, 2009 03:02 PM
The talk time is improving and so is the range but the overall problem is clarity and volume. If they made one that worked perfectly I would gladly spend over 500$ to get it. As for less distractions remove the flashing truck stop signs. 4 wheelers aka. cars tend to be many times more distracted than even a novice motorcyclist. Ever tried to text and ride a sportbike? how about drink a cup of coffee? makeup, change clothes, shave? WTF indeed. How about designing this stuff into a helmet...aka weather radio maybe...power interface with bikes charging system?

hellishhorses -WTF??? December 11, 2009 01:14 PM
NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. NO. We need LESS distractions on the road, not more!!! These people aren't trying to make motorcycling and communications easier, they're trying to make money. Quit falling for this crap.