X360 Wireless Headset and Wireless Steering Wheel Discussion

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Wireless Headset (MSRP: $59.99):

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The smallest item, but also one of the most anticipated, is the Xbox 360 Wireless Headset. This little wonder looks like a Bluetooth headset you might use with your mobile phone, but it does its magic in connection with your Xbox 360. A small elastic loop comfortably holds it to your ear, though not so tightly that you feel a constant squeeze—sort of like the way the arm of your sunglasses feels around the back of your ear. A fairly large bulb then sits on the front of your ear (two different sizes of earpiece come with the unit), directing the sound toward your ear, but without causing pain during long-term use by being inside your ear (much like “ear buds” that are popular but often uncomfortable after a while).

The mic extends toward your mouth, but not being as long as the wired headset’s mic arm. This one is on a short piece of flexible rubber (the same material as the loop that holds it on your ear), so it won’t poke you or push against your face.

While we weren’t able to test its sound quality, Albert Penello, Microsoft’s group marketing manager on Xbox hardware, indicated that this diminutive wireless unit provides better sound quality than a wired headset. Best of all, there’s no system-side plug-in, because the wireless headset is designed to “bind” into your Xbox 360’s network with a push of a button, much like the wireless controllers. In fact, Penello told us that the Xbox 360 supports up to more than 40 devices, so it’d be possible to have four gamers playing with wireless controller and each with a wireless headset without conflict. Also, the headset offers eight hours of battery life, and comes with a wall adapter for recharging.

http://hardware.teamxbox.com/articles/xbox/1702/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Accessories-Impressions/p1/
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The Wireless Steering Wheel Bundled with a Force Feedback version of PGR3 (MSRP: $149.99):


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The wheel has dual configurations. It comes with a table mount to anchor the controller to a nearby flat surface. However, it also features a base that’s quite comfortable across the tops of your legs, if you want to use it as a “laptop.” The weighting seems to be balanced so it doesn’t tip away or toward you as you use it. Not too many steering wheels are designed like that, though most gamers would like to be able to just sit down to play without the fuss of moving furniture and cranking the device down onto a tabletop.

The pedal system is also nicely designed, with a cutaway in front of the pedals, where you rest your feet. It’s a surprise that more wheel/pedal combos haven’t come out with this simple change—as Penello noted, during play the user’s heels keep the pedal unit from sliding around the floor uncontrollably.

As we noted before, the wheel is wireless—and it uses the same battery packs as the wireless controllers, so if you’re already using them, it’s just a matter of slapping a charged one into the unit. The wheel unit has rumble on all the time, and it also offers force feedback, though if you use it you’ll need to plug it into the wall. As a result of the extra power-draining features, battery life in the wheel is less than a controller (about 20 hours), but it should still be good for long driving sessions.

Penello noted that Project Gotham Racing 3 will work with the wheel, but Forza Motorsport 2 will be the first game that’ll really show off what the wheel unit can do.

http://hardware.teamxbox.com/articles/xbox/1702/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Accessories-Impressions/p2/
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These accessories Look and sound great, but both for about $200 :wall:.
 
Yea, here's the breakdown on prices:

Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel. For true racing enthusiasts who demand unparalleled driving realism at home, this innovatively designed wheel combines form and function with the latest technology in wireless and force feedback. Consumers who purchase the wheel will also get a limited-edition force feedback version of “Project Gotham Racing® 3” while supplies last (ERP $149.99 U.S.**, available in November).

Xbox 360 Wireless Headset. Providing the ultimate wireless experience, this headset integrates seamlessly with the Xbox 360 console to provide wireless voice chat capabilities, stylish design and superior voice quality over the Xbox Live network (ERP $59.99 U.S.**, available in November).
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Crazy, I wanted the wireless headset but $60? No way.
 
That wheel is tempting, but im a steering wheel nut anyways. (i own both the driving force and driving force pro for ps2, the speedster 3 forceshock for xbox, the speed force for GC and the MC2 for dreamcast)
 
[quote name='Roufuss']Yea, here's the breakdown on prices:



Crazy, I wanted the wireless headset but $60? No way.[/QUOTE]

Really? $60 sounds like a pretty reasonable price. Of course I would've liked to see it at around $40, but at $60, I'd still get one. The logitech wireless headsets launched at around $70 didn't they? Considering this is first party gear, it seems like an OK price.

I don't play a lot of racing games so IDK if $150 would be worth it.
 
I agree....$39.99 seems more reasonable, but I have been anticipating that mic since I first heard about it. I love my bluetooth headset for my phone, it is like it isn't there. Although I won't buy it, the table mount for the wireless wheel is a great idea.
 
[quote name='Cryptosporidium-399']So it's $60 for a headset? That means I can either buy a new game or buy a new headset? I'm gonna have to go with the game.[/quote]For peole who actually have money, they don't have to choose between the headset and a game. They can get both and be perfectly happy. If you don't talk on Live very often, this headset definitely isn't aimed at you.

If the headset is rechargeable and you don't have to buy another battery pack (which the description makes it sound like you won't need to buy anything else), I'll definitely consider getting the wireless headset. I was hoping for $40 also, but if it's really high quality as in impossible to break and works to perfection with loud sound, it would be worth it for a constantly talking on Live person like myself.

I was only willing to pay about $100-120 for the wheel, and I already have PGR3, so I'll wait and see if I can get a used one or if they'll ever give it a price drop and drop the extra game or something. I do want the wheel, though, as I'm a big fan of PGR3.

Still, I'm glad I atleast know the details of these since the prices have been undecided for so long.
 
I could see why you'd need a wireless headset for the regular Xbox as all the wireless controllers I ever saw lacked a place to put the communicator piece. The 360 wireless controller has the headset port right on the bottom of it. I guess I just don't get it.
 
[quote name='Ziv']I could see why you'd need a wireless headset for the regular Xbox as all the wireless controllers I ever saw lacked a place to put the communicator piece. The 360 wireless controller has the headset port right on the bottom of it. I guess I just don't get it.[/quote]Why do so many people have wireless headsets for their cell phones? It's right there, why not just plug it in with a wired one? I think it's just to be easier and not have any ugly wires in a room. It just gives more freedom to move around.
 
I was hoping for a $100 MSRP on the steering wheel, but I guess $150 isn't too insane. Now I just need to decide if Forza 2 is worth spending that much money on.
 
I could of done the wheel at $100 that would be the absolute most I would pay for one. But at $150 they can kiss my ass. $60 is alright for the headset but I'll wait tell a sale or something so I can grab it around $40.
 
the wheel is definetly tempting for any PGR3 Fan. With this the In cockpit mode will become incredibly immersive. Good to hear that Force Feedback is included rather than just vibration.
 
[quote name='sj41']Why do so many people have wireless headsets for their cell phones? It's right there, why not just plug it in with a wired one? I think it's just to be easier and not have any ugly wires in a room. It just gives more freedom to move around.[/quote]

I can see it on a cell phone. It's for people who are "on the move" (though people shouldn't need to be on the move and on the phone at the same time, different topic. another day). If you're playing a game, you're not really going too far away. And if you did need to move, I wouldn't want to talk to you while you're taking care of business. To each his own I guess. It just seems like a lot of money for very little change.

If ya got it, blow it.
 
New headset info:

The headset will use the same 2.4GHz radio technology used by the Xbox 360 wireless controller, and will have a range of up to 30 feet from the console. An Xbox 360 can handle up to four headsets and four wireless controllers simultaneously. The battery life on the unit clocks in at eight hours, and each headset will come with an AC adapter for recharging.
Microsoft also says the voice quality on the wireless headset is a dramatic improvement over the wired headset that's currently available. The company also points out that the headset supports "Microsoft Voice Command for selected games," but did not specify which games will include the feature.
As previously noted, the headset will retail for $59.99 when it is launched this November.
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http://www.gamespot.com/news/6158899.html
 
I'm going to bet this comes out about the same time as Gears of War. Not to sure on the GoW Multiplayer but I'm sure this will help my experience. Hopefully the improved quality isn't just some marketing BS.
 
This sucks...the headset I mean.

I keep having people tell me there is static coming through, and it picks up on all the sounds in the room. I'm going to exchange it for another one at FYE, but I dont think it will make a difference, as it seems many people are getting the same problems.
 
Saw this on GameFaqs and thought it deserved a bump

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The guy claims this gets rid of all the backround noise....I will be trying this a little later tonight.
 
I ordered the wireless headset today from buy.com with Google checkout. I got it for 32.66 w/shipping. At that price I can take a chance on it.
 
I have the wireless headset, and in the limited amount of games I have played on gear of war with my brother and friends, I haven't heard to many complaints. I have been asked to turn down my surround sound, but I usually have it fairly loud when I am playing the single player. I haven't needed to use the mic cover from the above picture.
 
[quote name='seanr1221']Saw this on GameFaqs and thought it deserved a bump

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The guy claims this gets rid of all the backround noise....I will be trying this a little later tonight.[/QUOTE]
is that just from the normal mic?
 
Is it me or is the wireless headset hard to put on and keep it there? It seems like it's about to fall everytime its on.
 
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