When it comes to shopping for cool, new electronics, there are two types of people: the early adopters and the late-comers. Early adopters spend hours online poring over press releases and product announcements - gathering information about when and where they can be the first on their block to pick up a new gizmo. Late comers wait until they've had a chance to review all the pros and cons of a product, and only jump in to the fray when they feel there's value to be had

In the hands-free year of 2009, we're at the stage that late-comers love - a great product with an awesome selection and much lower prices than ever before. Yes, it is time to buy a Bluetooth.

Five reasons why it's time to buy a Bluetooth

Reason #1: It's the law

Many states (including California and New York) have now passed laws that ban handset use for cell phone calls made and received while driving. Rather than risk getting a ticket (or more, importantly putting lives in danger) it is time to make a small investment in the best way to use a cell phone while in the car. There was a rush to Bluetooth sellers on the day these laws were enacted, and the rush has showed no signs of slowing down ever since (especially when individuals began to see their fellow drivers pulled over and ticketed for not using one).

Reason #2: Selection

Now, there are more makes and models of Bluetooth compatible headsets available than ever before. From the large line of Motorola hands-free units to the cutting edge design of the Jawbone 2, consumers have a number of choices in terms of features, style and size.

Reason #3: The Price

With the sheer number of options available, the price of Bluetooth headsets has come way down as well. In an effort to clear room for this year's latest models, online cell phone accessories dealers are offering some of the lowest price ever seen on even the highest-end units. In particular, shoppers who go online for their Bluetooth headsets are able to find resellers offering low prices on many of the top brands. These devices have all the cool features consumers want, but are overstocked and need to be marked down considerably in order to move product.

Reason #4: The Technology

When the first families of hands-free headsets were releases to the public, the quality was spotty at best, with dropped calls and poor reception reported often by consumers. The latest Bluetooth headsets, however, offer crystal clear reception - and give individuals the power to make hands-free calls in noisy traffic or busy restaurants alike.

Reason #5: The Style

At first, many people were hesitant to place a large black earpiece in their ear and walk around seemingly talking to themselves. But the look and feel of hands-free headsets has advanced right along with the technology. Now, companies like Jawbone are making headset devices that are as much of a fashion statement as any accessory picked up down at the mall.