Typical price: £80
What is it: Wireless headphones with USB interface
What we think: A great little package, with good performance and a nice price
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 26 February 2008
Tags: Hauppauge, Hauppauge XFones PC-2400, lossless audio, wireless, desktops
We like:
Performance; pseudo-surround performance from the included software; price; comfort
We don't like:
Occasional interference from Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices; bundled software is Windows-only
Also known as:
XFones PC2400
You might also need:
Carrying case; three AAA batteries
CNET UK judgement:
A good pair of wireless headphones that are easy to use and come with decent software. Most people will be happy with the performance and with the included PowerDVD. This is a great package if you want to be watching movies on a PC
Full review:
Hauppauge's XFones PC-2400 rock in the 2.4GHz spectrum range, but they're not Bluetooth. Funny, since that's the same frequency Bluetooth uses. No, the XFones have nothing to do with the 'tooth standard. Instead, they operate alongside using their own proprietary USB dongle. Continue Reading...
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