The first Focus 2 review in the world. The mic quality is super compare to the first generation. It not too compress the voice more natural. The problem is I just buy the Focus 1 very soon and that's my favourite. I will waiting for your review Focus 1 vs Focus 2. Thank you.
I was just watching Neil Fluester’s impromptu video on this new headset as well. While I’ve primarily used Cisco headsets in the past, I may have to take a look at this one…especially if I get to drive over to Brevard (from Orlando) for some beach testing 🏖
@@CallOneInc Thanks for the clarification! The 330 USD version would do fine in my case :) Price tag still way above average, but if quality is also way above average, I'm okay with that. Price in EU will most likely 1:1, so 330 EUR. Looking forward to the several comparison videos. Greatly appreciated!
Thanks for the video. Wanted to check with you on the sidetone. Is the sidetone zero latency, or there'll be a delay when you hear your own voice, sort of like hearing an echo of your voice?
Thanks for sharing your feedback. More importantly, please share your experience with the Poly Voyager Focus 2 when you receive and start using it! We love hearing from actual end-users! Contact us directly if you have more questions! Mention our RUclips Channel for discounts! M-F, 8 am-5 pm ET (except holidays). 📞 1-800-749-3160 📨 sales@calloneonline.com 💻 www.calloneinc.com/solutions/ 😃 Follow Danny Hayasaka on LinkedIn 👉 www.linkedin.com/in/danny-hayasaka/
@@CallOneInc 1000 times better then jabra evolve 2 65 wow! Microphone is amazing even when connected with BT, dont find a difference between using the dongle and the on board bt
Hi, great video! Can anyone tell me when you have the ANC on, does it give you the negative pressure in the ears? This is what puts me off about new headsets. Thanks. :) Also How well does the office version work?
Hi Digital Diva! There are three types of ANC. Jabra has a nice brief article explaining the differences: www.jabra.com/blog/anc-headsets-arent-all-the-same-three-types-of-anc/ Unlike ANC headphones and headsets with speakers that completely cover your ears, the Voyager Focus 2 speakers are on-ear speakers. You can adjust noise canceling level for your personal preference with three options of Advanced Digital Hybrid active noise canceling (ANC)-high, low and off. When I tested, I didn't get the pressure like I do with some of the other ANC headphones with circumaural speakers like the Bose, Sony and Microsoft models. When Poly uses "Office" in their nomenclature, they are referring to the the inclusion of a "base" that supports multi-connectivity. In most cases a desk phone and computer. However, you dp have the option to purchase the Voyager Focus 2 UC which is the headset + dongle. Your personal connectivity needs will determine which model is best for you. Hope this helps.
@@CallOneInc Hi. This is great advice. Thank you for replying. I have Jabra Evolve 65 and the negative pressure was too much of some apps, felt like the air got sucked out of my ears! :)
I've used Plantronics headsets for many years, I'm on my 3rd focus uc, I have an 8200 and several Voyager Edges and 5200's. I just received the office 2 way version with the connectivity base. I'm praying I have a bad unit, but this is terrible. The ANC is broken, as soon as I turn it on it's sounds like electrical interference of some kind/static. Then when I'm on a call, or when the headset is active it sounds like the Hear-Through tech on the 8200 is engaged. Super sensitive, I can hear myself breathe and it just sounds artificial like hear-through tech sounds like piping in outside sounds. I'm not sure if again I have a defective unit or perhaps they went too far with this acoustic fence stuff. But for almost $500 I'm devastated. I'll try to get a replacement unit, but might be time for a new brand.
@@CallOneInc I'm super bummed, I need a headset I can plug directly into the vvx601, the bluetooth keeps dropping. Maybe I'll look at the jabra engage75. I don't think it does music as well or has anc, but looks like it has the features I need
Is the stand the same as for the original Voyager Focus? What Codecs does it support? Does sound quality improve when using it in wired mode? Will wired mode connect to iPhone/iPad?
@@CallOneInc The common codecs are SBC, AAC, and Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD, aptX adaptive, aptX LL. SBC is the most basic one found everywhere. AAC is used by Apple since they don't license Qualcomm's Codecs. aptX is commonly found on Android phones. I've always been puzzled as to why this critical piece of information is not in the specs.
@@CallOneInc Bummer that they didn't get AAC used in iPhone & iPads. Not surprising that they support mSBC since it provides HD Voice. Thanks for the update. I've been using the original Voyager Focus for years. It has the best microphone of any other headset I've used. I would regularly use it while walking around Midtown Manhattan with the people I would speak to barely noticing the background noise. It's always a pain to have two headphones and switch between them. Had it had AAC would have given it the optimal compromise for my needs. I'll have to settle for SBC. I look forward to seeing how well six years of product development have done with the microphone.
quisiera saber si afecta el funcionamiento de los audífonos el no instalar el software de Poly en la PC?, pregunto esto debido a que la PC en la que utilizaré los audífonos no puedo instalar drivers ni software. Y la siguiente pregunta es si el dispositivo USB A es plug and Play?
Hola José, gran pregunta. La respuesta es que puede usar cualquier auricular Poly USB listo para usar sin descargar el software apropiado; sin embargo, es posible que no obtenga un rendimiento óptimo según la plataforma de colaboración que esté usando. Algunas plataformas requieren el software para utilizar las funciones de control de llamadas a través de los auriculares. Por ejemplo: Responder/Terminar llamada, Silenciar, Subir/Bajar volumen. Entonces sí, puede, pero el rendimiento puede no ser óptimo.
@@CallOneInc Estimado, de veras estoy muy agradecido por tu respuesta. La verdad estos audífonos no son baratos,. Por lo cual antes de comprarlos estoy haciendo todas las preguntas necesarias. Muchas gracias. Saludos cordiales.
Entiendo completamente. La buena noticia es que Poly Voyager Focus 2 se puede actualizar a través de la aplicación PLT Hub desde su teléfono móvil. Sin embargo, esto no actualizará el dongle. ¡Déjame saber si tienes más preguntas! Aquí hay un enlace: www.poly.com/us/en/support/downloads-apps/hub-mobile
Does it charge while you're using it hardwired (I assume yes)? Does it have multipoint (I assume yes)? I'm still waiting for my dream headset that connects to a cordless phone (via BT), my cell phone (via BT), and my laptop (via I don't care how as long as it is wireless - or maybe it would be okay if it was wired and I can just unplug the cord when I want to take a break.)
@@jsfbay1 I appreciate this question is a year old and so too late for you. But it may be useful to others. I don't have the Focus 2 (I have a Focus 1), but the Focus 2 manual states it can pair to 8 devices but maintain a connection to only 2. So in your use case above it would not work because it can maintain only 2 of those 3 connections.
@@tnetroP - Thanks for the reply :-) I think the simultaneous connection limit of 2 must be a BT limit as I've still (in the past year) not found a headset that does what I need. Thanks again.
@@CallOneInc From watching your videos i ended up getting the Evolve 75 which is great and light and walk all over the house and garden and no drop outs. 50m might not cut it but i love the dock so 91m with the office variant might be better. But will look out for your video on the comparison. I had upgraded from the original focus which i have had for many years and great. But distance was not good enough for home.
Thanks for sharing, @myjpkl! And thanks for watching! Contact us directly if you have more questions! Mention our RUclips Channel for discounts! M-F, 8 am-5 pm ET (except holidays). 📞 1-800-749-3160 📨 sales@calloneonline.com 💻 www.calloneinc.com/solutions/ 😃 Follow Danny Hayasaka on LinkedIn for Exclusive Content 👉 www.linkedin.com/in/danny-hayasaka/
Wow, the mic sounds shockingly bad. Why is the voice audio clipping so hard and hopelessly distorted? How do you justify charging people $300+ for this?
Hi Paul! Appreciate you watching and sharing your feedback! We don’t manufacture these devices or set pricing. We test them so people and businesses can make more informed purchasing decisions.
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Finally!!! I’ve been dying for this update thank you for this.
The first Focus 2 review in the world. The mic quality is super compare to the first generation. It not too compress the voice more natural. The problem is I just buy the Focus 1 very soon and that's my favourite. I will waiting for your review Focus 1 vs Focus 2. Thank you.
Loved the demos, thanks for the informative video!
Thanks. Will you please do a comparison video between the first focus and the second one? And the 4220 vs. this one?
Wow!!! Cord & cordless!
Does the Poly Lens app / software require admin rights to install / operate?
I was just watching Neil Fluester’s impromptu video on this new headset as well. While I’ve primarily used Cisco headsets in the past, I may have to take a look at this one…especially if I get to drive over to Brevard (from Orlando) for some beach testing 🏖
Thanks Danny for the excellent video
@@CallOneInc Cool, I can't wait to see it
Amazing headset at first sight. Looks promising for sure.
Hefty price tag. 460 USD for the Teams version with charging stand. Ouch...
@@CallOneInc Thanks for the clarification! The 330 USD version would do fine in my case :)
Price tag still way above average, but if quality is also way above average, I'm okay with that. Price in EU will most likely 1:1, so 330 EUR.
Looking forward to the several comparison videos. Greatly appreciated!
Thanks for the video. Wanted to check with you on the sidetone. Is the sidetone zero latency, or there'll be a delay when you hear your own voice, sort of like hearing an echo of your voice?
Really nice video brother. Just bought the unit after your review. Does the unit come with the BT700 dongle or do I have to buy it separate?
Thank you for watching, K9USA! 😃 Yes! The dongle is included with the purchase of the Poly Voyager Focus 2.
cant heare a difference between using the usb dongle and using it with BT and your phone. I ordered mine now and hope it works great with BT and a mac
Thanks for sharing your feedback. More importantly, please share your experience with the Poly Voyager Focus 2 when you receive and start using it! We love hearing from actual end-users!
Contact us directly if you have more questions! Mention our RUclips Channel for discounts! M-F, 8 am-5 pm ET (except holidays).
📞 1-800-749-3160
📨 sales@calloneonline.com
💻 www.calloneinc.com/solutions/
😃 Follow Danny Hayasaka on LinkedIn 👉 www.linkedin.com/in/danny-hayasaka/
@@CallOneInc 1000 times better then jabra evolve 2 65 wow! Microphone is amazing even when connected with BT, dont find a difference between using the dongle and the on board bt
@@Nico-ly7lh awesome! Thanks for sharing feedback from your experience!
Hi, can we get a comparison vid between Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC and the Jabra Evolve2 65.
Thanks.
Can the new Voyager Focus 2 use the charging stand for the original model?
Is this the only headset that offers corded and cordless functionality?
No, there are several. What is your use case?
can you pair the voyager focus 2 with a 3rd party bluetooth 5.1 adapter such as a Simplecom NB410 adapter?
Hi, great video! Can anyone tell me when you have the ANC on, does it give you the negative pressure in the ears? This is what puts me off about new headsets. Thanks. :) Also How well does the office version work?
Hi Digital Diva! There are three types of ANC. Jabra has a nice brief article explaining the differences: www.jabra.com/blog/anc-headsets-arent-all-the-same-three-types-of-anc/
Unlike ANC headphones and headsets with speakers that completely cover your ears, the Voyager Focus 2 speakers are on-ear speakers. You can adjust noise canceling level for your personal preference with three options of Advanced Digital Hybrid active noise canceling (ANC)-high, low and off. When I tested, I didn't get the pressure like I do with some of the other ANC headphones with circumaural speakers like the Bose, Sony and Microsoft models. When Poly uses "Office" in their nomenclature, they are referring to the the inclusion of a "base" that supports multi-connectivity. In most cases a desk phone and computer. However, you dp have the option to purchase the Voyager Focus 2 UC which is the headset + dongle. Your personal connectivity needs will determine which model is best for you. Hope this helps.
@@CallOneInc Hi. This is great advice. Thank you for replying. I have Jabra Evolve 65 and the negative pressure was too much of some apps, felt like the air got sucked out of my ears! :)
I've used Plantronics headsets for many years, I'm on my 3rd focus uc, I have an 8200 and several Voyager Edges and 5200's. I just received the office 2 way version with the connectivity base. I'm praying I have a bad unit, but this is terrible. The ANC is broken, as soon as I turn it on it's sounds like electrical interference of some kind/static. Then when I'm on a call, or when the headset is active it sounds like the Hear-Through tech on the 8200 is engaged. Super sensitive, I can hear myself breathe and it just sounds artificial like hear-through tech sounds like piping in outside sounds. I'm not sure if again I have a defective unit or perhaps they went too far with this acoustic fence stuff. But for almost $500 I'm devastated. I'll try to get a replacement unit, but might be time for a new brand.
@@CallOneInc I'm super bummed, I need a headset I can plug directly into the vvx601, the bluetooth keeps dropping. Maybe I'll look at the jabra engage75. I don't think it does music as well or has anc, but looks like it has the features I need
@@CallOneInc Cell phone, PC and Deskphone ideally.
Danny, can you say something of that hybrid ANC option...? It is supposed to eliminate negative pressure in the ears by bone conduction ...
@@CallOneInc Hmm... sounds promising :) But Focus 2 with that price have to wait maybe even a year... Too much :(
Hi Danny, Poly Lens a replacement for the Plantronics hub? Or Poly Lens is only for select headsets like the voyager focus 2?
@@CallOneInc Thanks Danny for the quick response. That clears everything :-)
Is this just my feeling or is it real, that Focus 2 mic style = Voyager 5200 mic in headphone styled?
@@CallOneInc What's the difference for the mic between Focus 2 and 5200?
Is the stand the same as for the original Voyager Focus?
What Codecs does it support?
Does sound quality improve when using it in wired mode?
Will wired mode connect to iPhone/iPad?
@@CallOneInc The common codecs are SBC, AAC, and Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD, aptX adaptive, aptX LL.
SBC is the most basic one found everywhere. AAC is used by Apple since they don't license Qualcomm's Codecs. aptX is commonly found on Android phones.
I've always been puzzled as to why this critical piece of information is not in the specs.
@@CallOneInc Bummer that they didn't get AAC used in iPhone & iPads. Not surprising that they support mSBC since it provides HD Voice.
Thanks for the update. I've been using the original Voyager Focus for years. It has the best microphone of any other headset I've used. I would regularly use it while walking around Midtown Manhattan with the people I would speak to barely noticing the background noise.
It's always a pain to have two headphones and switch between them. Had it had AAC would have given it the optimal compromise for my needs. I'll have to settle for SBC.
I look forward to seeing how well six years of product development have done with the microphone.
Do I get it right - these are only possible to charge via a charger station? The USB port on the headset is only for audio and not for charging?
@@CallOneInc Thank you.
quisiera saber si afecta el funcionamiento de los audífonos el no instalar el software de Poly en la PC?, pregunto esto debido a que la PC en la que utilizaré los audífonos no puedo instalar drivers ni software. Y la siguiente pregunta es si el dispositivo USB A es plug and Play?
Hola José, gran pregunta. La respuesta es que puede usar cualquier auricular Poly USB listo para usar sin descargar el software apropiado; sin embargo, es posible que no obtenga un rendimiento óptimo según la plataforma de colaboración que esté usando. Algunas plataformas requieren el software para utilizar las funciones de control de llamadas a través de los auriculares. Por ejemplo: Responder/Terminar llamada, Silenciar, Subir/Bajar volumen. Entonces sí, puede, pero el rendimiento puede no ser óptimo.
@@CallOneInc Estimado, de veras estoy muy agradecido por tu respuesta. La verdad estos audífonos no son baratos,. Por lo cual antes de comprarlos estoy haciendo todas las preguntas necesarias. Muchas gracias. Saludos cordiales.
Entiendo completamente. La buena noticia es que Poly Voyager Focus 2 se puede actualizar a través de la aplicación PLT Hub desde su teléfono móvil. Sin embargo, esto no actualizará el dongle. ¡Déjame saber si tienes más preguntas! Aquí hay un enlace: www.poly.com/us/en/support/downloads-apps/hub-mobile
Does it charge while you're using it hardwired (I assume yes)? Does it have multipoint (I assume yes)?
I'm still waiting for my dream headset that connects to a cordless phone (via BT), my cell phone (via BT), and my laptop (via I don't care how as long as it is wireless - or maybe it would be okay if it was wired and I can just unplug the cord when I want to take a break.)
@@CallOneInc Thanks Danny. If the headset is plugged in via USB, can it then also connect to 2 Bluetooth devices? Does my question make sense?
@@jsfbay1 I appreciate this question is a year old and so too late for you. But it may be useful to others. I don't have the Focus 2 (I have a Focus 1), but the Focus 2 manual states it can pair to 8 devices but maintain a connection to only 2. So in your use case above it would not work because it can maintain only 2 of those 3 connections.
@@tnetroP - Thanks for the reply :-) I think the simultaneous connection limit of 2 must be a BT limit as I've still (in the past year) not found a headset that does what I need. Thanks again.
What is the range for this? I just bought the jabra evolve 75
@@CallOneInc From watching your videos i ended up getting the Evolve 75 which is great and light and walk all over the house and garden and no drop outs. 50m might not cut it but i love the dock so 91m with the office variant might be better. But will look out for your video on the comparison.
I had upgraded from the original focus which i have had for many years and great. But distance was not good enough for home.
Oh no! I just bought Focus 1 😭
@@CallOneInc Thank you Danny :)
What is cost and where to buy
Is this product available in India
I really want to buy this
uses micro usb cable?!!! WT*
@@CallOneInc Even when buying the USB-C version?
facemask reduce the db by 4
Thanks for sharing, @myjpkl! And thanks for watching!
Contact us directly if you have more questions! Mention our RUclips Channel for discounts! M-F, 8 am-5 pm ET (except holidays).
📞 1-800-749-3160
📨 sales@calloneonline.com
💻 www.calloneinc.com/solutions/
😃 Follow Danny Hayasaka on LinkedIn for Exclusive Content 👉 www.linkedin.com/in/danny-hayasaka/
Wow, the mic sounds shockingly bad. Why is the voice audio clipping so hard and hopelessly distorted? How do you justify charging people $300+ for this?
Hi Paul! Appreciate you watching and sharing your feedback! We don’t manufacture these devices or set pricing. We test them so people and businesses can make more informed purchasing decisions.