I am using Platronics Head Phones for about 3 yrs now. Truly speaking there is not deterioration in its performance and audio quality. Very good and Crystal clear sound quality and easy to use. Goes well with any laptop with USB 2.0 port in it. It would auto install the software by itself. There is a volume control and mute option provided on the wire itself, which is very cool feature that allows us to have flexibility to take calls with ergonomics in mind. The sponge used that contacts with eyers are of good and hygienic quality that discharges very good sound.