Even if you like playing games on your phone, a regular gaming headset is likely to be too bulky for you to take with you wherever you go. The good news is that, as the popularity of mobile gaming has risen, more earbuds and in-ear headphones are being developed specifically for this purpose. A PXN TWS gaming Sense Buds X2 with a powerful microphone, a comfortable fit, and a well-balanced sound profile will guarantee that all explosions and conversations sound as they should while playing the game. Delay is also important since many Bluetooth headphones have a significant amount of latency, which might be an issue when playing with other people on the internet.
As much as gaming earbuds are popular, PUBG has kept everyone glued to their phones at all times. I have tried on a few game earbuds for PUBG and PXN TWS, and they have worked beyond my expectations for something at such a price.
At this price, PXN Sense Buds X2 is a pretty decent earbud for gaming. Its 1805 noise reduction Bluetooth 5.1 chip significantly affects the sound you hear with 35dB of active noise cancellation. In addition, it efficiently suppresses around 85% of the background noise during two-way communication.
In hybrid active noise cancellation, feedback noise cancellation (FF) and feedforward noise cancellation (FNC) work together. This is accomplished by using a doubly-fed microphone, which distinguishes external noise from in-ear noise. The moving coil balances this noise with reverse sound waves, totally eradicating ambient and low-frequency noise.
These earbuds are available in two colours: blue and white. My PXN Sense Buds X2 are in blue. The case interior is a contrasting yellow colour that gives it a quality yet fun outlook for gaming. They are sleek, portable, and very light in weight. They easily fit into my pocket while on the go.
PXN Sense Buds X2 game earbuds come with a unique packing design. You'll see a Nordic-style product photo on the left side and a product on the right when you open the box. I highly appreciate how perfectly the PXN concept, "Soulmate to Gamer," is kept intact in the TWS packaging.
The PXN TWS are decent earbuds for gaming. Good sound and good audio matter for a realistic sound experience in games like Mobile games. These games are all about footsteps, weapon sounds, people speaking, instructions, and communication.
The tweeters are made of PU composite membranes that help restore middle, high, and low-frequency sounds for clearer output. In addition, its FPC touch control is simple to operate. With a gentle tapping off of the earphones with your fingers, you are good to go.
The longer the battery, the better the experience. For example, PXN game earbuds have a total battery life of 22 hours mentioned, but I observed it has a total battery life of 20 hours, which is considered a very good battery life. It stays for me 3 hours in ANC mode. 4 hours in ordinary mode, and four charges from the charging box. In addition, on the charging box, you can choose between dual charging, wireless charging, and Type-c cable charging, among other options.
However, I face the battery percentage in the user app has some bugs that show the wrong battery health. For instance, the app shows the full battery percentage even if it is low. It can be misleading and ruin the fun in-between games. However, try to keep the batteries charged before playing the game.
These gaming earbuds, PXN Sense Buds X2, feature dual music modes for games. You can choose between 60MS and more from the app. The PXN App has a simple interface to use. For Free Fire 60MS, with minimal latency, it gives a crisp and clear sound.
Fast-paced games like PUBG or Free Fire require quick controls within hand reach and do not lag. PXN SENSE BUDS X2 sounds are controlled with a touch. The sound increases and plays with a double-tap with a single touch on the right earbud. However, it takes a little time to get used to the controls, though, unlike regular earbuds, all the controls like play, pause, and volume are integrated into the plugs. It eliminates the need to leave the game to change or adjust settings.
What I like best about the PXN TWS gaming earbuds is their compatibility with various platforms, including Mac, Laptop, iPad, iOS, and Android devices.
These are a new generation of TWS(True Wireless Stereo) earphones from PXN that are wireless Bluetooth earbuds with a microphone and an accompanying charging case. You may choose between two modes on the earbuds: game mode and music mode. When you hear the prompt tone, push the earbuds (L) for 2 seconds; the mode changes to the mode you choose.
The PXN TWS earbuds feature multi-layer waterproof technology. They can withstand water pressure up to IPX4. Although the product is waterproof, helps in withstanding rain or sweat, it is not recommended to put them directly in the water. Therefore, when it comes to rain and sweat, the design is effective, enabling you to enjoy the game and music from any location or at any time. I have tested it in water and got a great result.
In the app, it gives the option to personalize the touch control. There is a QR code on the packaging box. Simply scanning the QR code mentioned on the box makes it convenient to download the app. There are variable settings in the APP's function settings for different modes like music and gaming.
It took me the longest to find one that has a good playtime and crisp and clear sound. The major issue with most earbuds is the delay in sound that causes issues during gameplay. Unlike other earbuds that I have tried, PXN TWS has a delay as low as 60 ms, which brings the fastest sound feedback to the game. These sense buds give me fantastic results when I use them in PUBG MOBILE with a very low delay rate, as well as I pointed out the enemy's location with the help of great footsteps sound.
These earphones have a rich gaming sound with deep bass and a mid-rich sound signature, and a reliable in-line microphone, which adds to the thrill of online interaction with friends. In addition, the PXN TWS gives me a five-hour battery life in a single use, making it one of the best PUBG mobile earbuds available on the market.
In addition, it is light in weight in terms of the build, easy portability, and excellent voice response, making it the perfect companion for PUBG Mobile enthusiasts, and it simply fits the budget as a pair of gaming earbuds.
Moreover, its multiple platform compatibility with practically any device on the market enhances the versatility of the earbuds.
PXN TWS Earbuds Sense Buds X2 game earbuds are equipped with the most up-to-date Bluetooth 5.1 technology and stereo sound during calls. In addition to being very stable, it features a lightning-fast transmission speed, offers incredible bass, and has excellent noise reduction capabilities. It also boasts handy quick-access features as well as a clean and beautiful design, making it one of the best earbuds for gaming on the market today.
The PC racing wheel has brought a revolutionary change in racing games like the Euro Truck Simulator, Asphalt, Forza, and more. These setups are connected to compatible devices to experience a virtual, real-life driving experience. PXN V9 RACING WHEEL is a beginner’s steering wheel for PC, Xbox One, PS4, PS3, and Nintendo Switch. It comes with a wheel, shifter, and pedals, which seems like a pretty good deal to me. I got V9 for the Euro Truck Simulator and have been experiencing the closest thing to life-like driving.
Let’s see how the V9 racing game wheel has been working out, along with what I like the most about it and what improvements could have been made.
PXN V9 RACING WHEEL comes in a sturdy box with a handle on the top for carrying. With grey and orange packaging, it gives a very hard-core first impression. On the front is the name of the product, along with its model and image. On the other hand, the components of the box and specifications are listed on the side to give a fair view of the product. On the back, you will see an overview image of the whole set with labeled buttons and controls for the pedals, shifter, and wheel.
When I opened the box, every component is neatly packed in separate boxes, along with a steering wheel wrapped in a plastic bag. There are extra suction cups in the box that can replace if needed for the wheel.
A smartphone application is necessary to make full use of the PXN V9 RACING WHEEL Racing Wheel. While there are several shortcuts for button programming and sensitivity adjustments on the wheel itself, using the PXN “v9 Tools” app makes the process considerably easier and less time-consuming.
The app or Bluetooth connection to the wheel is straightforward, and the wheel can produce a large number of presets for games as soon as it is switched on. Angle, sensitivity, and vibration adjustments may all be made on the fly using the user interface. A few existing settings are available for testing, but I found that I need to make a few adjustments to the ones I tested in order for them to function effectively for ETS 2. Furthermore, there’s an input-testing website where can see real-time wheel input and debug any issues that arise.
One of the most impressive aspects of the PXN V9 RACING WHEEL is the variety of compatibility options available. It is compatible with all of the current console generations, including the Nintendo Switch, as well as with the PC and other devices. When I attach the wheel configuration with my system, it is linked in the same way that any other controller is connected. Connect the USB ports to the USB ports on the console, then press the center console button to activate the console.
On the face of the wheel, the traditional gaming pad arrangement is present, with the four cardinal buttons on the right, a D-pad on the left for navigating menus, and L and R trigger on the sides. The function bar extends the whole length of the steering wheel, and a red LED light shows that the controller has been successfully connected to the vehicle’s computer system. There are an additional six buttons across the top of the face that may be programmed with macros, albeit they are ineffective if you’re using a console to play the game.
The dual-feedback motors provide traction and resistance to the wheel for a more authentic experience. The V9 features vibrate for a more authentic experience. The racing wheel has a genuine “competition” design with traction and resistance that simulates the sensation of friction while rotating a vehicle wheel.
A USB-A cable is inserted into the back of the wheel in order to connect it to the computer. Right next to it, there’s an auxiliary connector for attaching headphones, as well as RJ-11 and RJ-12 phone jack connectors for connecting the shifter and pedals. If you want to use a wired gaming controller, a USB-A connection is also available for you to connect to.
This means that you can entirely spin the steering wheel twice, replicating the movement of a true car steering wheel. The steering wheel has a turning radius of 900 degrees, which means it can be completely spun twice. You may switch from 270-degree turning to 900-degree turning by switching a switch if that seems more natural. The steering function on these controllers serves the objective of making driving simulations as realistic as possible, which is exactly what they are designed to do. The V9 features a few additional steering options and is a little more versatile than its PXN V3II counterpart.
The pedals are of the traditional design. The accelerator is on the right, with an additional clutch on the left and a brake in the middle. In addition, they have a smooth ABS plastic surface with a nice sheen to them, and they complement the wheel arrangement nicely. While seated, the pedals are easier to use since their bases are slightly angled so that they face you when pressed down. Due to the fact that they are not adjustable, you may need to experiment with pedal positions before finding a suitable configuration for yourself.
There is an RJ-11 connection at the back of the pedal base to connect to the main steering wheel, that’s all there is to it. I love the “plug and play” experience when it comes to connectivity.
Traction is provided by little rubber rings on the bottom of each pedal. The pedals are very good at providing resistance. When I first press the accelerator, it is softer and simpler to push, but as I press it more, I feel the greater resistance. When I hit the brake pedal, it feels like I was pressing an actual brake pedal, which is exactly how it should feel for racing games.
While playing Euro Truck Simulator 2, all three pedals, including the brake, need the same amount of effort to be pushed down. According to what I think, this drastically diminishes the sense and reality of them while also making it more difficult to adjust to and maintain consistency.
The shifter has a pleasing visual look as well as a realistic feel to it. It’s a six-plus-one shifter with a pleather base that hides the hinge mechanism from view when not in use. The top of the vehicle has two rocker switches for low and high gears, as well as a handbrake. The joystick-type shifter is a six-in-one H pattern gearbox that enables quick and smooth gear changes while on the road without the need for a dedicated controller.
It connects to the main wheel unit through an RJ-12, standard phone jack connection, which is similar to the one found on the pedals. It is as simple as need to plug in and play.
Overall, the V9 racing wheel is a decent racing wheel for beginners at such a price. Its purpose is to replicate the experience of holding a real steering wheel, and it does so extremely well. With a beautiful black ABS plastic finish and powerful haptic feedback mechanisms that imitate friction and drag in real-world driving, it is a stunning piece of technology. As well as a clutch pedal to further enhance immersion, there is also a linear pedal system that delivers actual resistance to the player. As a result of all of these traits, it is an excellent match for almost any racing game. Finally, if you don’t want to switch between controllers when playing games, you may use the gamepad on the wheel as a conventional controller instead of the wheel itself.
]]>Racing games come in many flavours, and I have enjoyed playing them ever since popping in my Gran Turismo disc into my PS1 many years ago. Racing simulators, arcade racers, kart racing and so much more have created a circuit of variety that provides differing styles of fun and accuracy. Picking up a controller to play has been the norm for me but over the years I’ve invested in numerous gaming peripherals to enhance my gameplay experience. Arcade sticks, rhythm game controllers and now racing wheels have all transformed gameplay immersion and enjoyment. After visiting the arcade a few times this year to play some Wangan Midnight Maximum Tune/Initial D Arcade Stage, I was reminded how awesome racing wheels can be. As a casual arcade racer, I’m sharing my thoughts on the PXN-V9 multi-system racing wheel.
Wheel The PXN-V9 racing wheel supports multiple gaming consoles and PC. Right out of the box we have a full-size racing wheel built sporting a metal finish. The rest of the body is made from plastic, lightweight, and well-constructed. The base of the wheel has replaceable suction pads that allow temporary fixing to a stable surface. Two plastic clamps are provided, they slot into the base of the wheel, allowing a stable fixing.
The Gear shifter that comes with the V9 wheel is surprisingly well made and comes with a clamp mount. Constructed from plastic, the shifter supports 6 gears and there is a high/low gear for gears 7-12. A parking switch is also mounted on the top.
The PXN V9 features racing clutch, brake and accelerator pedals made from metal and features a plastic base. The base folds out an additional layer that provides extra grip if required.
Both pedals and shifter connect to the wheel with their respective data cables. An additional USB extender cable is provided to allow easy plugging in of console controllers that are used to authenticate/proxy input from the wheel.
PXN provide a setup guide booklet with multiple languages included. There is also a link to download their app, more about this later. Registration/warranty information is on a card too.
After doing some cable management and clamping the wheel in place, I was happy that I still had some room on my desk. I have a relatively cramped desk right now and the easy clamps make setup and removal quick and easy.
PXN’s V9 model is a 900/270-degree racing wheel. A switch on the rear of the wheel allows switching between the two modes. My current racing game preferences don’t require the 900-degree mode, so I exclusively play using the 270-degree mode.
Connection to PC is via USB-A and the wheel supports both DirectInput and XInput. To summarise, DInput is legacy and XInput is the current API standard. If one doesn’t work for you in a game, try the other mode. Toggling between both is done using the ‘Mode’ button for 3 seconds, a brief disconnection and reconnection will indicate the change and can be confirmed in device properties.
I appreciate plug and play experiences and the racing wheel worked right out of the box without having to mess with drivers. I decided to give Forza Horizon 5 a spin first and this is where I had to spend a little time configuring things. XInput had steering issues, I may revisit it at some point later but switching to DInput worked with some remapping. Racing through the world of Forza on the PXN V9 wheel is a different experience compared to controller and takes some calibration to get just right, but it’s worth the effort once tuned. Shifting through gears worked in addition to rumble, albeit some personal adjustment to rumble strength may be needed depending on preference.
It’s worth noting here that PXN’s racing wheel does not feature force feedback. As someone who is into arcade style racing, this does not matter much to me. The wheel grips on either side of the wheel feels great and doesn’t introduce discomfort over extended play sessions. On the front of the wheel, we have various controls that are all mapped for various systems. The D-Pad is mostly used for navigation within most games and works just fine. The rear of the wheel has various connection ports, audio/communication passthrough and paddles on either side.
The pedals remained stable even on my wooden flooring and were comfortable to use. I did notice that there is little compression/resistance change on these pedals in use, making them feel a little linear but they work perfectly fine for arcade style racing if you’re flooring it most of the time. After playing for a few hours on Forza, I felt minimal fatigue and I felt the enhancement in gameplay when using the wheel, pedals, and gear shifter. A great experience overall.
I moved on to play some Need for Speed: Heat and wanted to fast track my configuration process. Using the PXN V9 Racing Wheel to its full potential requires a mobile app. While there are multiple shortcuts to use for button programming and sensitivity adjustments on the wheel itself, life is much easier when using the “v9 Tools” app from PXN.
When the wheel is powered on, it’s easy to connect to the wheel via the app/Bluetooth and create multiple pre-sets for games. The GUI provides on the fly angle, sensitivity and vibration tuning. There are a few existing configurations to try but I had to change a few things in the ones I tested to make things work correctly. There is also a testing page where you can see live input from the wheel to diagnose any issues.
I’m not normally fond of using apps to configure my hardware but in this instance, it is optional and also a massive boost to quality of life. This level of configuration is especially important when considering the racing wheels works on so many consoles and games.
After having some time with my PC, I wanted to go back and play some titles on my Switch. The charm of Mario Kart GP DX in the arcade is something I had been wanting to replicate at home. I first tried the wheel in docked mode.
After enabling wired Pro Controller communication, buttons were functional. I did notice however, that some of the pedals and buttons needed to be remapped. I attempted to do this through the Switch’s settings but saving remapping’s failed. Fortunately, the app allows remapping and I was able to save multiple configs for my games.
I have not played Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch for a while but it was great to revisit the game with fresh controls. After adjusting to using a wheel and pedals for fast-paced turns, drifting and shell hurling, I found myself greatly satisfied with the Mario Kart Arcade experience at home. I also played through some Burnout Paradise and Crash Team Racing without issue.
The world of sim racing is deep and the PXN V9 is referred to as the ideal entry level wheel for those who want to get a glimpse of racing at home. For me however, the PXN V9 Wheel stands out as an outstanding value accessory for console racing games and general arcade racers.
Aside from working with multiple systems, the mobile app is the perfect companion to save/load configurations on demand. This is something I highly value when playing through various titles on my consoles and PC. I would love it if there was a desktop version of V9 Tools. Perhaps in the future PXN will allow users to upload and categorise their configurations to share. The existing configurations within the app are limited and having the ability to search and download from a collection of users around the world would be a great feature.
Overall, the PXN plays wonderfully and is a highly attractive entry to racing games at home. At a current price of $199.99 from PXN’s Official Store , It’s the perfect time to pick up a racing wheel up to enjoy during the festive season of Christmas and the New Year.
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