New Xbox Wireless Headset features multi-device connection

Microsoft has unveiled its new wireless gaming headset and, aside from what you might expect, one of its surprise features is a godsend.

Simultaneously pair your phone and console to Xbox Wireless Headsets

That's right, according to a post on

Xbox Thread

, which details the new wireless headphones, you can:

Aside from those who work in the video game industry, it's hard to imagine anyone's employer being so happy if you're sitting around playing Warzone while trying to handle a major customer call.

However, this feature means you can converse with family and friends on your phone while you chop heads in Assassin's Creed Valhalla or race around dirt tracks in Wreckfest.

Currently, there are other models on the market that can technically do this, such as the Turtle Beach Stealth 700. However, this requires a dongle. The official Xbox headset does not.

What else can the new Xbox Wireless Headset do?

Obviously, the above is quite a "back" feature compared to the usual attributes of a wireless gaming headset, but it's worth the fuss nonetheless.

Of course, the headset seems ideal for everything you want from a gaming headset. Obviously, it's wireless, so there won't be any fussy cables to annoy you while you're aiming for a touchdown in Madden '21. .

The headset also features an immersive, full spatial sound setup. This is compatible with various technologies including Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X.

The cups that cover your ears act like rotary controls, allowing you to adjust the balance between your game and a phone conversation.

Microsoft also takes care of the battery life. You get 15 hours of juice in these game boxes which is perfect even for long gaming sessions. That doesn't quite match the battery life of the battery

other wireless gaming headsets on the market

, but you may be able to extend this by changing the settings.

Be aware that this 15 hour value is subject to headphone optimization. It won't last as long at full volume and if you're chatting and listening to music all the time too.

Microsoft has scheduled the headset to launch on March 16, 2021. They will be available from multiple retailers for $99.99. It looks like the Microsoft store has already sold out of pre-order stock.

Can you use the new Xbox Wireless Headset with other devices?

You certainly can. The headset is compatible with Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, any PC running Windows 10, and Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices (including tablets).

This means that you can use the Xbox Wireless Gaming Headset with xCloud Games. If you are currently

access xCloud through your Android device

, the headset will work fine.

A pleasant surprise from Microsoft

New Xbox Wireless Headset features multi-device connection

The Xbox Wireless Headset was a pleasant surprise to many (although eagle-eyed fans spotted them in Xbox Series X/S promo footage). devices is a significant advantage.

If you're unsure of the $99.99 price Microsoft is pricing its new headset, there are plenty of other options available. However, you'd expect the best quality and compatibility from a proprietary device.

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