Xbox Wireless 7.1 Turtle Beach XP500 Headset

 

I have owned 2 sets of Turtle Beach headsets with my Xbox 360, both of these were the standard Turtle Beach X360 Earforce XLC. These basic headsets from Turtle Beach are head and shoulders above the default ones which are supplied by Microsoft with the console. There are various others available and Turtle Beach may have just taking wireless gaming headsets to a new level with their Xbox specific Turtle Beach XP500 headset.

Previously, Turtle Beach had provided a PS3 version of the headphones called the PX5 which has had good reviews from within gaming industry.  The Turtle Beach XP500 Wireless Headset is essentially the PX5 renamed with a similar design and with Dolby virtual 7.1 compatible.  The headset has been Xbox pimped out with a green trim and rechargeable Bluetooth Chat Adapter. This adapter plugs directly into the Xbox controller to allow chatting functions from the wireless headset.

    

Priced at $260 (and under) and available this fall it’s difficult to advertise this headset as a must have for gamers due to the price being similar to a new Xbox console. With cheaper headsets available with slightly less functionality I don’t think I will be buying one, however for the big gamers out there who must have the latest gaming gadgets then this is definitely something you will want. Also with the arrival of Modern Warfare 3, Battlefield 2 and other great games it could be an expensive few months for the gaming community.

Available: Amazon

Price: $249.99

AKG GHS-1 Gaming Headset

 

Want to have the best gaming experience with excellent audio effects? You will, when the AKG GHS-1 Gaming Headset hits your ears. The release of the latest gaming headset by Harman is definitely good news for those avid gamers. Looking to impress, it dons a variety of colour combos, including white/green, camouflage/blue and black/orange.

Although gamers tend to be attracted to wireless headsets, they will definitely be impressed by this Gaming gadget, despite its wires. It can be folded to be stored away easily, and ensures portability. It also eliminates the quality problems present in wireless headphones, giving you the best audio quality. The drivers in the headset have also been equipped with a passive noise reduction system, giving it the ability to drown out background noises and to deliver the most realistic and dynamic sound.

The AKG GHS-1 Gaming Headset also features a built-in cardioid or directional boom microphone, delivering your voice in extreme clarity, without any unwanted noise.

Harman has the gamers’ comfort in mind while designing this headset, hence resulting in an ultimate device that provides you with not excellent audio quality, but a good level of comfort throughout your gaming session. It also ensures you a long-term operation.

This audio gadget definitely stands out among the crowd of gaming-orientated headsets. There is no doubt in the fact that it is crowned the winner of the Red Dot Award for outstanding product design. With its affordable pricing, you only need to spend $80 to own such an awesome device. So, hurry and get one yourself now.

[Source: Geeky Gadgets]

SteelSeries releases Siberia v2 headsets at CeBIT 2011

 

The leading company of gaming peripherals, SteelSeries launched its Siberia v2 Gaming Headset for PS3 at CeBIT 2011 in Germany. In addition to the PC, the Siberia v2 Gaming Headset is compatible with the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Mac and Windows operating system. The headset is perfect for those users who are looking for multi-platform game sound as well as want to use the same headset for chatting.

The SteelSeries Siberia v2 headset provides superior comfort to the gamers due to its leather earcups and over-the-head. The Chief Executive Officer of SteelSeries, Bruce Hawver said, “Premium quality features and versatility for the multi-platform gamers is what distinguishes our new headset apart from all the rest.” The headset features noise reduction feature, impressive audio reproduction for optimal directional sounds, a retractable microphone and in-line volume control etc.

The SteelSeries Siberia v2 headset is a light weight product which has 50 mm driver units for excellent sound reproduction. It includes a suspended headband that helps users to adjust the shape of the headset to fit the head. The headset has in-line volume and mix control feature which permit quickly mute the microphone, boost the bass, and adjust the volume.

The SteelSeries Siberia v2 headset will be available to hit the stores in Q3 2011 with the price tag of $11.99 (about Rs. 9,000) or 199 Euro.

Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset: for Immaculate Audio

         

 

Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset is yet another perfect gadget from Philips targeting the Gen X. Although Philips Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset to be the smallest in-ear headset, yet its not so. Still its quite compact and beautiful. A perfect gift for all those who love small gizmos with striking looks. You can attach Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset with your smart phone or your MP3 player and get rolled out with its extraordinary audible quality. Its flawless audio clarity makes it out of the league. It has built in FullSound technology and also supports EverClear to enhance it further. Yet the best point about this amazing Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset is still to come. Its neither its amazing design nor the clear audibility we talked about. Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset has got touch sensitive controls. That means if you want to raise or lower the volume or change from music to another or in between music want to take a call; it would be really done easily by its touch controls. Now this is something extraordinary for such a small gadget!!!

Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset has been though announced yet there is no sure shot date given by company as to when it will hit the market shelves. Even nothing evident has been talked about its prices too. Only rumors and wild guesses are taking rounds all over. So if you really have lost your heart to Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset, which is likely a possibility looking at its design, then you have to wait patiently till there is another announcement from the company regarding its availability and rates.  Till then just chill out and imagine about this sleek and classy headset that not only promises for easy usability and immaculate audio transparency but will also be a handsome buy as far as your collection of latest and chic and fashionable gadgets are concerned. Indeed Philips Tapster Bluetooth Stereo Headset is a handsome gadget!!!

Bluetrek Touch-sensitive Bluetooth Headset

         

Bluetrek has launched its latest Bluetooth headset called the Sense.  Priced at £49 the Sense bluetooth headset weighs in at only 8 grams and 5 cm in length. Its black mirror finish, LED battery level indicator, along with impressive touch sensitive technology makes it a very attractive gadget compated with other available headsets.

Functions

- Switch on/off
- Making a call (support voice dialling)
- Pairing (in headset or handsfree profile)
- Take a call, end a call
- Call Redial
- Reject a call
- Call waiting
- Muting
- Transfer a call between the mobile phone and the headset
- Dedicated sound in the speaker for low battery, switch on and switch off
- Sensitive Key new! : Soft TALK button using the touch-sensitive technology
- Voice Alert new! : A built-in voice alert that reminds you of the actions in your headset such as: redial the last number, reject a call, if your headset is connected / disconnected from your headset and etc.
- Compatible with Bluetrek SurfaceSound Duo carkit adaptor new!

Specifications

- Up to 4 hrs talk time
- Stand-by up to 5 days
- Weight about 8.0 grams (including ear hook)
- Size: 49.6 mm (L) x 14.5 mm (W) x 23 mm (T)
- Operation range: Up to 10 meters
- Dual colour LED to state the status of charge, end of charge, low battery, stand-by and communication
- 2 size metal hooks & 4 pcs in-ear buds for perfect fit & maximum comfort
- Comfortable even when wearing glasses
- Luxurious piano glass finishing
- Simple & pure Design
- Best match with the latest touch sensitive mobile phones
- Compatible with Bluetooth enabled devices such as mobile phones,
PDAs & computers that support Headset and / or Hands-free profile
- Bluetooth specification: V1.2

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