Philips’s claim that its new SHB9000 headset offers the best-ever music and conversation quality from a Bluetooth headset  might be a bit optimistic, but it’s their PR, so we’ll let ‘em say what they want. The over-the-ear headphones offer native MP3 decoding for loss-less streaming, 40mm neodymium speakers and can automatically switch between calls and music. There’s a digital signal processor to filter out background noise and echo when on the phone, and you can connect to your phone wirelessly or via a provided cord. We’re not quite sure what the difference in SKUs is, but Philips is offering this one in the Spring for $99 and $129 “respectively.”

“The new wave of advanced mobile phones now allow music lovers to listen to their favorite tunes and stay connected to friends through one single, high-performance device,” said Glenn McIlmail, vice president, customer marketing Peripherals and Accessories, Philips Consumer Lifestyle North America. “Our latest Bluetooth wireless headset is perfect for audiophiles that want to enjoy both music and calls from the phone, without compromising on sound or freedom of movement. The Philips SHB9000 provides our most advanced features to date, designed from the ground-up for best-possible comfort and quality!”

Designed for comfort with a soft leatherette cushion and adjustable headband, the SHB9000 incorporates Philips SwitchStream allowing listeners to automatically move between music and incoming calls without missing a beat. The wireless headset also delivers enhanced call quality through a digital signal processor that filters out background noise and echo, automatically adjusts volume in response to outside noise and offers a subtle side-tone into the headphone speaker so users can accurately hear their voice for best conversations at natural volume.