Monday, September 11, 2017

PLAYSTATION 4 VR HEADSET Review



What is the PLAYSTATION 4 VR HEADSET?

In the gaming space you’ll discover a sea of ear pads, surround-sound and brightly coloured headsets that you’d be reluctant to showcase out on the open road. And it’s becoming increasingly difficult to pick out a model that will fit your needs – and your budget.

If you’re a PS4 gamer looking for a wireless headset with surround sound and a strong design, then you should seriously consider Sony’s own Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0. Built specifically for the PS4, they cost just £79.99, which is quite a bargain compared to other PS4 headsets on the market.


Although a black version of this headset has been around since early 2014, Sony has now released a Glacier White model to complement the two main iterations of the PS4 console. So, I thought I’d give them a second look.



Sony Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0 – Design

The Sony Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0 features a minimalistic design that apes its console counterpart, with an angular headband that rests upon over-ear cups. It’s simple and sleek, complemented by the lack of wires and the usual garish gaming headset detailing.

The set is available in black or white, both featuring a striking interior blue band. Made of a sturdy matte plastic, you won’t be afraid to throw them into a rucksack to cart around. The ear-cups themselves are finished in a faux-leather material, with a fabric mesh over the speakers. In addition, they fold flat for added portability.

Although a leatherette finish can occasionally lead to some sweaty ears after a long session, this isn’t something that I’ve experienced with the Sony Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0. Instead, I’ve found them incredibly comfortable to wear for long periods. My ears are well cushioned by the cups, but also free from any excessive pressure from the headset clamping to my head.



You can adjust the size of the headset by sliding the cups up and down the band, so both large and small head sizes are catered for.




Sony adds that the panels on the side of the headset are interchangeable, with customised plates available for personalisation. However, these plates are hard to come by, with the only ones we were able to track down available for InFamous: Second Son – released back in March, 2014.

What adds to the Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0’s svelte design is the lack of large buttons and garish branding. Both sides feature a simple PlayStation logo and the button symbols, while Sony has added some minimalistic buttons on the left cup for easy access to volume controls and other settings.

At the front of the left cup sits the power switch, which offers options of “off”, “preset 1” or “preset 2”. On preset 1, you’ll get the basic VSS settings, which we’ve found more than adequate for all our gaming and movie needs. Preset 2, on the other hand, can be customised with your own audio settings, or just adds a little more bass at factory settings. More on that later, though.

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