Duxxy3
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Couldn't pay me enough to use a DS4 over an XB1 controller.
OK, that's a lie. It would just be a lot of money.
microsoft announced new version of Xbox Wireless Adapter for PC
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Couldn't pay me enough to use a DS4 over an XB1 controller.
OK, that's a lie. It would just be a lot of money.
TheGamingBox
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no, the xbox one controller uses wifi direct to connect, the xbox one s controller does have bluetooth but can only connect 1 controller at a time to pc
Netherscourge
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why would people pay 25 dollars for this when you can just plug the controller via a usb cable?
or does this thing do something else?
The idea is for it to be WIRELESS.
Hence..."Xbox WIRELESS Adapter" for the PC.
TheMadMan007
Member
Good, that other one is far too large. I wish they offered a upgrade of some sort, I have four of these stupid large ones and would happily upgrade for a small fee, but buying them outsirgjt for $25 each kinda seems like a bummer.
Netherscourge
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Ah.. ok. That's pretty awesome.
We need more local-multiplayer games for the PC now.
Cookie Dough
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Doubt it. The more recent Xbox One controllers support standard bluetooth in addition to Microsoft's own proprietary connection. Older versions of the controller, including many (all?) elite controllers do not support bluetooth.
IMACOMPUTA
Member
The current one does send audio to your controllers. I had nothing but problems with a new bt dongle when trying to get rumble triggers and audio to work over wireless. The audio quality was terrible and rumble triggers did not work.
I about destroyed the USB port on the controller by using it wired. The port is cheap.
The official wireless adapter is by far the best solution for using a xb1 controller on PC.
I about destroyed the USB port on the controller by using it wired. The port is cheap.
The official wireless adapter is by far the best solution for using a xb1 controller on PC.
Abilidebob
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I don't have a Xbox1 controller, how does the audio works? Any headset will work with it? Even the microphone so I can talk with friends on PC?
The Xbox controller is pretty much the PC joypad standard. I wouldn't recommend someone use a Dualshock 4 instead with it dependent on third party software to work, and button prompts rarely having an option to match.
If you were just looking to save money, you could use Bluetooth for the XB1 pad anyway.
You also seem to be assuming people already just happen to own Dualshock controllers, but not XB1 controllers.
why would people pay 25 dollars for this when you can just plug the controller via a usb cable?
or does this thing do something else?
uh....
Dude, nobody wants to play with a wired controller anymore, even on pc for several reasons.
This is a simple solution for those who want to wirelessly connect up to 8 controllers on their pc (and with sound if they want to).
If you don't need audio and own a newer xbone controller you can connect it with bluetooth on pc which is neat.
But only one and no audio support.
Got the first post and ya blew it.
brunomartynhak
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franklyshankly
Member
It's amazing. The same company that made the garbage that is the Win10 Store also made this amazing little device that always works like it's supposed to.
BleedOrange
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yeah any 3.5mm connector stereo headset will work. its great.
franklyshankly
Member
Yeah it's one of those features on PS4 I've always thought PC was lacking. Guess I just didn't know since I never had any Xbox controllers. Might have to pick one up along with one of these dongles.
TheLegendOfCap
Member
I'm sick and tired of using my computer's built-in bluetooth for the Xbox controllers because they always desync and "rearrange" positions when i'm playing steam games with friends.
I heard to get the adapter over using built-in bluetooth so i'm really happy this came out before i bought one, because i was tired of spending 20+ minutes in windows settings trying to figure out why one of the controller won't connect or becoming Player 3 in the middle of a game with friends when i started as Player 1
I heard to get the adapter over using built-in bluetooth so i'm really happy this came out before i bought one, because i was tired of spending 20+ minutes in windows settings trying to figure out why one of the controller won't connect or becoming Player 3 in the middle of a game with friends when i started as Player 1
jediyoshi
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why would people pay 25 dollars for this when you can just plug the controller via a usb cable?
Why use wires when you can use wireless?
Haha, I have those same issues. Once you take batteries out, you have to remove the device and then re-install, and sometimes there's no vibration and you have to fiddle around the Bluetooth properties, and controller order mess-ups, etc.
The adapter solving that and having wireless headphone functionality (even if it's an old feature, it's news to me!) is the coolest news all day!
30 feet, according to the original adapter's webpage.
Shaunboy97
Member
The original dongle is pretty large... but the newer Xbox controllers support Blutooth right out the box, so these are only needed for the older controllers...
edit: Oh didn't realize audio doesn't work over blutooth
edit: Oh didn't realize audio doesn't work over blutooth
franklyshankly
Member
I have pretty awful luck with Bluetooth on Windows personally. It is never reliable with any device.
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
Will this have the desync issues that have made my old one a worthless piece of shit?
It does.
I have two elites hooked up to mine with no issues.
The original one is a long piece of shit that protrudes pretty far out. I've bent one pretty badly due to how far it sticks out.
No. Different adapter for those. I'll probably end up grabbing at least one of these, as the old style was absolutely terrible.
As much as I like the DS4, the elite controller is the most comfortable controller I've ever owned.
Gamezone
Gold Member
Might be useful with Steam Link then.
why would people pay 25 dollars for this when you can just plug the controller via a usb cable?
or does this thing do something else?
... to use a controller wirelessly?
You Can also use an Xbox One Controller with Bluetooth.
RadioactiveLobster
Member
I hot glued a powered USB 3.0 under my desk and stuck the old bulky wireless adapter down there due to its size and it's still too big since it almost hits the desktop above where I mounted the hub.
I had huge troubles getting the Xbox wireless adapter to work (included with my Oculus Rift last year). Actually took me a couple of hours of Internet searches to get it to work reliably. Probably something odd with it since they're changing it out. Also had to have direct line of (signal) sight between the gamepad and dongle.
AHA-Lambda
Member
Oh god no, I can't stand the PS4 controller >_<
Good thing it isnt Bluetooth then.
Seriously people. At least try to get facts straight before trying the witty remarks.
Sorry, didn't wanted to be a jerk, but you gotta admit your question was really... odd.
BeforeU
Oft hope is born when all is forlorn.
why would people pay 25 dollars for this when you can just plug the controller via a usb cable?
or does this thing do something else?
why would people pay extra to get a wireless charger when you can just plug in your phone?
MatrixMan.EXE
Member
I bought one of these today as well, so of course a new and improved revision is announced hours later. Typical. That said, it's being plugged into a desktop PC, so it being a little big shouldn't really be an issue.