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Are you tired of that constantly nagging wire hanging from your headset to your wireless controller while playing on Xbox Live? If so, Microsoft has an alternative for you with the official Xbox 360 wireless headset. But this wireless freedom comes with a steep price of around $59.99, so read on to find out if this headset is worth the cost.

Introduction

Are you tired of that constantly nagging wire hanging from your headset to your wireless controller while playing on Xbox Live? If so, Microsoft has an alternative for you with the official Xbox 360 wireless headset. But this wireless freedom comes with a steep price of around $59.99, so read on to find out if this headset is worth the cost.

Product Features

- 2.4 GHz wireless technology
- 30ft range
- 8 hours of play per charge
- Low power warnings
- Built in volume and mute controls
- Battery gauge viewable through the Xbox Guide

Product Overview

The wireless headset comes packaged very similarly to all first party accessories from Microsoft. The contents of the package include the wireless headset, AC power adapter, a large and small earpiece, and user manual. I was surprised at how small the headset actually was once I picked it up. Like most first party accessories, it has a very sturdy feel to it and looks quite stylish. The difference in quality between the pack in headset and the wireless headset is huge.

The front of the headset contains the power button along with volume controls. Since the headset is so small, it does take some getting used to adjusting the volume while wearing it. At least the "+" has a raised feel to it while the "-"is recessed a bit to make it easier to make a quick adjustment while playing. Also, there is not a specifically labeled mute button. To mute the mic, all you need to do is tap the power button. Tap it again to turn the mic back on. You will hear two beeps to confirm mute on/off.

The back of the headset features 4 small numbered lights and the connect button. The numbered lights are associated with the ring of light on the front of the 360. Whatever number is lit will tell you what quadrant you are using on the system. And the connect button will allow you to sync the headset to the system; this has to be done when you use it for the first time.

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