This headset is exactly what I was looking for. I use it like an MP3 player sometimes since the music sounds good when I'm using the internet on my phone. However, when I first unplugged it from my phone, I couldn't hear my calls on the other line. This can be fixed by going to 'Calls' under the 'Settings' menu and turning off the proximity sensor. I reset my phone afterwards just in case. (This solution was used for an Android phone, by the way.) I found this idea on another site; so there might be different solutions depending on the person.One headphone cord is longer than the other so you can talk. The mic has to be by your mouth for people to hear you speak. The distinctive design isn't an inconvenience that some reviewers made it out to be. I'm very much satisfied this product and recommend it.