![]() And the XWH handles this nimbly, at least in my initial testing. It's certainly more convenient than having to tap the "Xbox" button, joystick through menus, and adjust headset volume and chat balance that way.īut the best reason for this option is that you can have one Bluetooth device and one Xbox device connected simultaneously. Both dials feel robust to turn on the fly, and the chat dial offers a clicky, nicely engineered "equal balance" position in the center. The left-hand dial controls "chat balance" to either emphasize in-game audio or voice chat. The right-hand dial offers "master" volume control as synced with your Xbox. Once synced this way, XWH users get access to two convenient volume dials, as braced on its outer earcups. Unlike many of those, the XWH adds a nifty hardware option. You'll find the same built-in 2.4GHz option in other Xbox-compatible headsets. Otherwise, you'll sync via Bluetooth, which works identically, and MS does a clever job having its sync button hunt for 2.4GHz signals and Bluetooth ones simultaneously.) (Same goes for Windows 10 PCs, should you own an Xbox Wireless Adapter. If you own any Xbox console dating from 2013's Xbox One to today's Xbox Series X/S, you can sync this headset the same way you sync a wireless controller. The XWH includes built-in compatibility with the 2.4GHz wireless protocol exclusive to Xbox consoles and accessories-arguably a clearer and more stable connection option than Bluetooth, depending on your ideal gaming room. I'll start with the Xbox-specific stuff, because this $99 headset isn't just a matter of repurposing existing headphones with neon-green accents. Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.(Ars Technica may earn compensation for sales from links on this post through affiliate programs.).These conditions for Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset are when 100% of usage is muted, and both the red and white LEDs are lit at the same time. ![]() Voice: Testing conducted by Microsoft on March 2021 using Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset at peak power consumption (mA) conditions on a Microsoft Teams call.Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors. Testing consisted of full Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset battery discharge while playing audio until the Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset disconnected from the host device. Playlist consisted of 44 songs transmitted using SBC encoding. Music: Testing conducted by Microsoft on March 2021 using Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset with firmware update 1.37.129 paired with Surface Pro 3. *Compatible with Windows 11 Home/Pro and Windows 10 with latest updates.Microsoft Store return policy applies to extended returns. See applicable Microsoft Terms of Sale for more information. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. ![]() Extended return offer period limited to 5 device returns total per eligible customer. ![]() Not available for purchases by reseller customers. Return process must be started within 60 days after customer received the device. ![]()
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