Poly Headsets

Look at the USB ports you actually have available and pick whichever are on your device.

Many office PCs still run USB-A, while newer laptops may be USB-C only. If you use docks, check what type of USB ports are available on the dock as well as the laptop. Adaptors are readily available to switch between USB types, but they’re easy to lose and can become the weak link in a team rollout. If you’re buying for a department, standardising the connector where possible will save time and support headaches.

Both technologies can work in tandem with each other. A noise reducing microphone is designed in a way to help reduce background noise by employing good design and engineering such as physical foam shielding to help block background frequencies, or making the microphone point towards the user's mouth, whilst shielding the rear.

ANC is a hardware and software technology that includes extra built in microphones usually within the headset’s ear cups - these microphones pick up ambient background noise, then using software built-in to the headset, equalize out that background sound from the sound picked up from the main microphone near the user's mouth so that sounds of keyboards tapping, traffic, colleagues chattering, washing machines etc, should all be completely mitigated with the Active Noise Cancellation tech built into your wireless headset.

The only minor downside with ANC is that if you're super specific on the quality of your voice, for example, a broadcaster or singer - when ANC is actively working it can flatten out some of your own speech in some situations, so this is worth bearing in mind for those edge cases, however ANC is a phenomenal technology for the rest of us!

Both technologies can work in tandem with each other. A noise reducing microphone is designed in a way to help reduce background noise by employing good design and engineering such as physical foam shielding to help block background frequencies, or making the microphone point towards the user’s mouth, whilst shielding the rear.

ANC is a hardware and software technology that includes extra built in microphones usually within the headset’s ear cups - these microphones pick up ambient background noise, then using software built-in to the headset, equalize out that background sound from the sound picked up from the main microphone near the user’s mouth so that sounds of keyboards tapping, traffic, colleagues chattering, washing machines etc, should all be completely mitigated with the Active Noise Cancellation tech built into your wireless headset.

The only minor downside with ANC is that if you’re super specific on the quality of your voice, for example, a broadcaster or singer - when ANC is actively working it can flatten out some of your own speech in some situations, so this is worth bearing in mind for those edge cases, however ANC is a phenomenal technology for the rest of us!

The Poly Voyager Focus 2 is widely considered the best all-rounder for UK offices. It combines elite noise-cancelling technology with a comfortable "slingshot" headband, making it ideal for both concentration and collaboration.

A poly bluetooth headset (like the Voyager series) allows you to connect to mobile phones and laptops, offering great versatility for hybrid work. DECT headsets (like the Savi series) offer a much larger wireless range (up to 180m) and are more secure, making them better for dense office environments where many people are using wireless devices simultaneously.

Yes. Most modern Poly headsets and HP headsets come in dedicated "Teams" versions. These include a physical Teams button and integrated call control that syncs your mute status across the headset and the software, ensuring you never "speak while on mute" again.

While many laptops have built-in Bluetooth, we highly recommend using the included Poly BT700 USB adapter. It provides a more stable connection, better range, and allows for remote call control (answering/ending calls) through the headset.

For a poly bluetooth headset, simply put the headset into pairing mode (usually by holding the power button toward the Bluetooth icon) and select the device in your smartphone or laptop’s Bluetooth settings. If using the USB dongle, it is usually pre-paired out of the box.

Yes, most poly wireless headset models feature "Multipoint Technology." This allows you to stay connected to your laptop for a Zoom call and your smartphone for incoming mobile calls simultaneously, switching between them automatically.

The Poly EncorePro series (such as the 500 or 700 series) is the gold standard for call centres. These are corded headsets designed for durability and long-term comfort, featuring Quick Disconnect (QD) cables that allow users to walk away from their desks without removing the headset.

In 2022, HP acquired Poly. While you may start to see HP headsets branding on newer packaging, the technology, build quality, and industry-leading audio remain exactly the same. Whether it’s branded Poly or HP, you are getting the same premium professional equipment.