Cartel's CT-2000 in-car Bluetooth handset adds music control, can't shake the retro

by Darren Murph Nov 2nd 2009 @ 9:16AM

Cartel's CT-1000 brought about lots of laughs here at Engadget HQ, and frankly, we're shocked and amazed (and glad) these guys are still hanging tough two years later. The newest in-car handset system is the predictably titled CT-2000, which includes a Bluetooth-enabled handset that's meant to be permanently installed within your vehicle and wired to your audio system. Once installed, all of your mobile calls can be routed to this -- because, you know, chatting on a corded phone circa 1992 is entirely more safe than chatting on your mobile or using a handsfree solution. The only difference we can spot between the new guy and the aged sibling is the addition of music control, a "slimmer" (albeit wider) design, room for your phone contacts and one-touch speed dialing. There's no mention of a price, but trust us, you're better off in the dark.

[Thanks, Martin]

Filed under: Handsets, Peripherals

Tags: bluetooth, car phone, CarPhone, cartel, cartel ct-2000, CartelCt-2000, ct-2000, hands free, hands-free, handsfree, in-car, old school, OldSchool, peripherals, retro, safety, ugly, vintage

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Xristo @ Nov 2nd 2009 9:41AM

Better have glass coverage on your ride. (looks like a good candidate for a thief magnet,)

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