This is done by either connecting the dongle to a device’s USB-C port directly or by using the USB-A adapter cable. The PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Android devices – sans Samsung phones prior to the Galaxy Note 10, which lack voice functionality via USB-C – utilize the Arctis 1 wireless dongle. This is thanks to that the aforementioned tweaks and multiple connecting cables. Connecting wirelessly to various devices is also a breeze. A short press will answer/end calls or play/pause music skipping between the next and previous track requires double and triple presses, respectively. Long pressing the power button (on the right cup) turns the headset off and on. It only takes a second or two to raise the speaker volume and/or mute via the left cup. Thankfully, the Arctis 1 is all about comfort its extremely soft ear cushions can attest to that. No one wants to wear an uncomfortable pair of cans. As someone who’s sensitive to that sort of thing, I can’t stress enough how important this is. And while the steel headband isn’t very flexible, the pressure it places on the ears is reasonable. Built with durability in mind, it feels solid enough to survive a fall from a computer desk or short table. Again, these basic design elements can be found in the previous model. The right cup houses the power button and LED that indicates connectivity and overall battery life. They include a Micro-USB jack for charging, a standard 3.5 mm audio jack, the volume wheel and a microphone mute switch. A detachable mic extends from the left cup, connecting right above several important features. The frame applies slight pressure for a snug fit while the soft, padded cushions hug the ears for extra stability. It still has a steel-based headband wrapped in plastic and foam. Design and FeaturesSteelSeries’ Arctis 1 Wireless Xbox headset is similar to the one we reviewed last year. That said, some slight tweaks to its design make it more compatible with Microsoft’s console this time around – including compatibility with the upcoming Xbox Series X. At first glance, it offers more of the same this limited model features all the bells and whistles we’ve come to expect from the Arctis line. Take the Arctis 1 Wireless Xbox Johnny Silverhand Edition headset for example.

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