Headset Recommendations

Table of Contents

You don’t need to have a physical desk phone to use your University of Utah phone service. If you have a role working remotely or hybrid schedule where you work in office and remote, a headset may be a good option for you.

Benefits of using a headset with your computer over an handset (desk phone)

• You can use your headset for clear audio on calls, Teams, Zoom, and other AV meeting solutions from your computer.

• Recommended headsets have noise cancelling microphones that reduce the amount of ambient sound (like your co-workers conversations) near you.

• Approximate $6 per month saving for not having a desk phone.

Drawbacks of using a headset with your computer

• If your computer screen is locked you can’t answer an incoming call until you sign in and unlock your screen.

• Stereo headsets that cover both ears commonly block your ability to hear how loud you may be talking.

Jabra Evolve 2 40 Stereo Available with USB-C and USB-A Works well with macOS and Windows. This is the best choice for macOS computers Easy to use controls on side of earpiece.	Jabra Evolve 2 40 Mono Available with USB-C and USB-A Works well with macOS and Windows. This is the best choice for macOS computers Easy to use controls on side of earpiece.
Open	Open
Jabra Evolve 40 Stereo Available in UBS-A only Works well with macOS and WIndows. Will need USB-A to USB-C adapter on macOS Easy to use controls on inline control puck.	Jabra Evolve 40 Mono Available in UBS-A only Works well with macOS and WIndows. Will need USB-A to USB-C adapter on macOS Easy to use controls on inline control puck.

Requesting a headset

Purchasing requests require supervisor approval and billing chartfield.

Headset Purchasing Request