Tired of having to deal with all the tangled cords and cables when you just want to have a gaming session? Today we'll be covering four battery-powered gaming accessories that let you keep the fun going without being tethered by wires. From wireless mice and keyboards to VR headsets and controllers, read on to find out more about these battery-powered accessories that grant you a more immersive and convenient gaming experience!
1. Wireless Keyboards and Mice
For PC gamers, the main weapons in your arsenal will be a mouse and keyboard. To enjoy a seamless gaming experience without having to deal with tangled cables and wires, try using a wireless mouse and keyboard! This not only declutters your gaming space but also ensures uninterrupted gameplay without the hassle of having to constantly plug in cables.
Most wireless keyboards and mice work by using Bluetooth connection and come with a small USB dongle or wireless receiver, so all you have to do is plug that into a USB port on your computer, and you’re good to go! Both wireless mouse and wireless keyboards are powered by rechargeable AA or AAA NiMH batteries.
2. Wireless Console Controllers and Gamepads
If you’re a console gamer with wired controllers, you’re limited by the length of the USB cable that connects your controller to the console. With wireless controllers and gamepads, you have greater freedom of movement, which is convenient if you prefer playing at a distance or if you’re playing on a huge widescreen TV in the living room, for example.
Aside from console gaming, some wireless controllers can also be used on your computer to play PC games that support controller-based controls and button layouts. This is super helpful with movement-based games like platformers or fighting games, where the joysticks give you an advantage.
Some wireless controllers have built-in lithium-ion or lithium-polymer rechargeable batteries, but most use rechargeable AA or AAA batteries. Using wireless controllers on your PC is simple: just turn on Bluetooth and make sure your controller and PC are connected, and that’s it!
3. Wireless headphones
Fully immerse yourself in the world of gaming with wireless headphones that offer both comfort and convenience. Whether you're just jamming out to your favourite music, diving into intense multiplayer battles or exploring vast open worlds, wireless headphones bring you a more engaging experience without being restricted by cables.
Most wireless headphones run on lithium-ion and lithium-polymer rechargeable batteries, but some models also use AA or AAA rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. There are two ways to connect wireless headphones to your computer, either by plugging in its USB dongle or just connecting the two devices through Bluetooth.
4. Virtual Reality Headsets And Controllers
VR or virtual reality gaming lets us feel like the simulated environment is real by engaging our senses of vision, hearing and touch. Players can do anything: walk around, dance, and sing in virtual reality, and VR games make you feel like you are truly the characters themselves in the world of the game!
Most VR setups consist of a VR headset and handheld controllers. VR headsets connect to your PC or console and use their processing power to render the game and images. However, some headsets are stand-alone, which means they do not need to be connected to a PC or console to run games. VR handheld controllers and other VR accessories connect to the corresponding headset for movement tracking.
Wireless VR headsets allow users complete freedom of movement and mobility to fully experience the virtual environment. VR handheld controllers are usually wireless as well, with hand straps or grips to prevent dropping them.
VR headsets use rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries, while VR handheld controllers use AA or AAA rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. Browse and shop from our range of rechargeable batteries, and read on for another great power solution you’ll need!
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Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a newcomer to the world of interactive entertainment, the era of battery-powered gaming devices brings you a future where wires are replaced by seamless connections and where the only limits are the boundaries of your imagination. So charge up your controllers, put on your wireless headsets, and step into a gaming experience where the power is quite literally in your hands! To keep your rechargeable batteries running, take a look at our range of battery chargers and charging docks at GP Batteries today!
