The Steelseries Arctis GameBuds. Photo: Steelseries
Steelseries’ first true wireless earbuds are called the Arctis GameBuds and it’s finally available in Singapore.
One unique feature of the Arctis GameBuds is that it works with gaming consoles. The PlayStation version works with the PS5, PS4, and PS4 Pro, while the Xbox version works with the Xbox Series X, Series S, and Xbox One.
Interestingly, and this is important to note, the PlayStation version only works with PlayStation consoles and not the Xbox One, while the Xbox version works with the abovementioned Xbox consoles and PlayStation consoles. Needless to say, owners of both consoles should therefore get the Xbox version.
The earbuds work with gaming consoles by means of a special USB-C dongle that functions as a 2.4GHz wireless transmitter. A USB-C to USB-A dongle is provided for convenience.
The PlayStation version is available in black and white, whereas the Xbox version is only available in black.
The Arctis GameBuds support Bluetooth 5.3 connections too, so you can pair them with the Nintendo Switch, Android smartphones, iPhones, tablets, PCs, and Macs.
The Arctis GameBuds features over 100 game presets that are specially tuned to give gamers the edge in games. For example, there are presets that accentuate the sound of footsteps, which can be immensely helpful in FPS games.
Like any high-end earbuds, the Arctis GameBuds feature active noise cancellation and a transparency mode that lets you hear what’s around you so you can stay aware of your surroundings. The earbuds also have an IP55 water and dust resistance rating.
Claimed battery life is up to 10 hours on a single charge and up to 40 hours total with the case – though this is with ANC off. The charging case can be juiced up via USB-C or Qi wireless charging.
Availability and pricing
The Steelseries Arctis GameBuds are S$299 and are available now on Lazada, Shopee, and the Steelseries online store.
The PlayStation version is available in black and white. The Xbox version is only available in black.
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