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Customer Reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Model: B4Y-00035
SKU: 8267733
UPC: 885370114805
Learn more about Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit. (Flash demo) From communications equipment to undersea exploration, wireless is the gold standard. Xbox 360 takes wireless technology to the next level, and you can experience continuous wireless gameplay thanks to the Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit. Don't get caught without the juice you need. The Play & Charge cable enables continuous gameplay because it recharges your wireless controller while you play, and more than 30 hours of play per charge will keep you fully engaged in gaming action. Keep on top of remaining power through the Xbox 360 dashboard. It's the next generation of gaming and entertainment. Free yourself and leave those wires in the past where they belong.
Average Customer Rating:
4.3
out of 5
(40 Reviews) 40
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4 stars
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82% of customers would recommend this product to a friend
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Customer Reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Review 1 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Very happy with it
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: money saving
Much better than buying 2AA batteries all the time
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Good Battery Life
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: easy to put in
This is a good battery and has a long life after a charge.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Controller charger
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
4.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Saves buying batteries.
What's not so great: Nothing.
Easy to use and install. Lasts a LONG time. Saves tons on batteries.
I would recommend this to a friend!
-1point
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Review 4 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Great product if the problems were fixed.
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from Tonawanda
on 01/30/2012
Value for Price
3.0
Quality
1.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: It's good for what it is.
What's not so great: Dies quickly if not treated correctly.
The product works great you can play without ever having to buy new batteries and you can remove the coord when even you'd like to work off of battery power.
However there's many problems that can happen to this charger if certain things aren't done properly.
1. Turning your xbox off you must unplug this coord or the xbox will stay on and continue charging your controller along with overheating your xbox.
2. The coord must be unplug when battery life is full otherwise this could cause the coord to become unusable and you'll begin getting a flicker of red.
There's other problems but as long as you make sure to always unplug this coord even when your not using it your coord should easily last for a very long time.
Unfortunately I never unplugged my coord from the xbox so it only lasted 1 month.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-2points
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Review 5 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Far better than AA's
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: JeremyC3S
from Tucson, AZ
on 01/26/2012
Value for Price
4.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Brainless to install, great battery life, saving the environment from disposable batteries
What's not so great: Should be part of the controller from the factory.
Since purchase, I've only had to recharge one controller out of the pair. Use between the two has been somewhere in the 90-100 hour range so far, and when the one needed charged it was as simple as plugging in the charging cable and continue playing. Simplicity works best.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+3points
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Review 6 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
really needed for max use of xbox games Good buy
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: saves from purchasing batteries all the time
reviewed many site and read multi reviews of this item before I purchased it - this was the best place for the money to purchase this item - better than buying batteries all the time
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 7 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Microsoft: Quantity Over Quality
Customer Rating
4.0
Value for Price
4.0
Quality
3.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
3.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: alternative to AA batteries
What's not so great: poorly made, battery life, price
Don't get me wrong, the product when i first obtained it worked perfectly. i got 30 hours in from a full charge. After a few weeks of owning it my battery lasts for about 10 hours. the cord itself works great. I wish Microsoft had just the battery packs for sale instead of the off brand Rocketfish or NYKO brands. Microsoft seems to be making a lot of poorly made items and selling them for what they aren't really worth. my controller is 2 months old and the joysticks don't work. i have countless friends whose mics don't work.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+6points
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Review 8 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Great accessory for a great price!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Navoria
from Dallas, TX
on 10/15/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
4.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Everything, if used correctly
What's not so great: Charge time can take quite awhile, but doesn't contribute too being a "bad" thing necessarily
First, the price alone is fantastic! $20 for a battery saver is an awesome deal, rather than shelling out tons of money for batteries; especially if you play as much as I do (close to $20 a week in batteries). I bought 2 of these charge & play kits too use with both of my controllers so that when one goes down I can charge it while still playing with the other one, or if it happens in the middle of a game I can just attach it too the charger and keep kicking FPS n00b butt. I always keep the chargers hooked into my front USB ports, although I have noticed that wen attached too the rear USB ports they seem to charge faster for some reason. With Best Buy offering them now at $15 bucks, it's an even better deal than anywhere else, even a used specialty shop(you know who I'm talking about) or a bargain retailer. Contrary too some of the other reviews on here, it is extremely easy to use, they last quite a long time (i've used the same one for the past 3 years, and another one for a little over a year), I've never had to replace the batteries, never had a problem with them not charging, and never had problems with shorting. I also have 3 small children a dangerous situation for any gamer, and I keep all my gaming stuff put up and safe from dust, children's demented ideas with electronic devices, and from dogs trying too chew on them. I had also read review about people having a hard time understanding the instructions on how too properly charge the batteries and how too use it while the console is off, so I will briefly explain these "issues". First; in order too first use the charging kit, the battery comes already partially if not fully charged so go ahead and insert it into your controller and just play until the battery is fully depleted. Second; once the battery is FULLY DEAD, as in it won't even allow the controller to be turned on, connect the charging cable too your Xbox 360 FIRST then connect it too your controller. Third; wait until the indicator light turns RED indicating it is currently charging, then hold down the center "Xbox" button on the controller until a dialogue box pops up and asks you if you want too turn off your console, turn off only your connected controllers, or cancel and go back too the dashboard. Select the option too turn off your console (NOTE: DO NOT TURN OFF THE CONSOLE BY USING THE FRONT CONSOLE ON/OFF SENSOR BUTTON!) once your console is of set down your controller and wait for the rings to briefly light up and the chargers RED indicator light too come on indicating it is currently charging your controller WHILE the console is off. LEAVE THE CONTROLLER AND CONSOLE ALONE DURING THIS FIRST TIME CHARGE! With the console being off it allows the power supply to dedicate its power too one device instead of powering the entire console AND charging the controller which in my experience stimulates a quicker more complete charge. After the indicator light turns green to indicate it is through charging your controller first disconnect the controller from the device and leave the charging cable connected too your console at your discretion . It is better too use your controller until your battery is close too dying and then plug your controller into your charger and keep it plugged in until the indicator light turns green and then immediately unplug it from the charging cable. If you follow those simple steps, barring a defect in your charging kit, your batteries should last for a lot of game plays to come
and make your purchase well worth it. However, like any rechargeable battery pack known too man, the batteries do degrade and hold less of a charge as time goes on but the speed at which it degrades is also determined by how well you treat your device and utilize it properly. I have no complaints about this fine Microsoft product, and cheers too Best Buy for making such an awesome inexpensive gaming accessory even less expensive.
and make your purchase well worth it. However, like any rechargeable battery pack known too man, the batteries do degrade and hold less of a charge as time goes on but the speed at which it degrades is also determined by how well you treat your device and utilize it properly. I have no complaints about this fine Microsoft product, and cheers too Best Buy for making such an awesome inexpensive gaming accessory even less expensive.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+14points
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Review 9 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Battery will not work past 1 year.
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: Bearclawsyoursheep
from Michigan
on 06/29/2011
Value for Price
3.0
Quality
1.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
1.0
Ease of Use
4.0
What's great about it: Simple
What's not so great: It WILL fail.
I have had experience using these since 2005 when the Xbox 360 debuted. When I upgraded my xbox twice I got brand new chargers and it has been my experience that these will fail everytime after about a year. The batteries will stop holding a charge or simply won't charge.
It is a waste of money. Don't buy this product from Microsoft. Nyko has better options or use batteries.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-14points
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Review 10 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Not bad for price
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: Baller27
from Lexington, Kentucky
on 06/20/2011
Value for Price
3.0
Quality
2.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
2.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: It works great when it works
What's not so great: you have to pull on the cord to detatch from controller
I like the product, but would like to see some changes made to it so that it might hold up longer. When you detatch from the controller you have to pull the cord, and over a short period of time the charger ends up shorting out. I would like to see them a small handle on them that would let you pull against the plastic instead of the cord. other than that it is a good product for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+5points
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Review 11 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Stopped working after a few months
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: Shaddarak
on 05/03/2011
Value for Price
2.0
Quality
1.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
1.0
Ease of Use
4.0
What's not so great: Short battery life
The concept of play and charge is very convenient and save money on batteries. However, my battery stopped working shortly after purchase and I ended up replacing with a generic (non-microsoft) battery pack which seems to work fine. Will go with the generic the first time around next time. Microsoft customer support was not helpful at all.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 12 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
convenient for gamers
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: vanman221
from san francisco ca
on 03/23/2011
Value for Price
3.0
Quality
4.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
it's essential to get so you wont waste money buying batteries all the time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+3points
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Review 13 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
No more AA batteries!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: RictalRiver2113
from Altadena, CA
on 02/18/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Charge while you play
What's not so great: Console must be turned on to charge
Great battery life, easy charging system, 9-foot cord let's you charge while you play.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
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Review 14 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Exactly what was requested
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from Kokomo, IN
on 01/21/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: I can charge my Xbox batterys now
What's not so great: It took me too long to get it, lol
This was my grandson's Christmas gift. He specified what and where to get it. He is a 'happy camper', as the Y Gen say. That is what is important. Grandma
I would recommend this to a friend!
+3points
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Review 15 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
New look
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Jester808
from Austin, TX
on 01/18/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Look and function
What's not so great: No negatives at this time
This is my second 'black' Play and Charge Kit. The first one i bought had a black battery with a gray cable and connector. This new one actually has a black connector so it looks like part of the controller and not some gray hunk of plastic on top. Adding an extra star for the look of this product.
In either case the battery worked well for me. I haven't had any problems with them. Holds a charge for an all weekend gaming run, so i'm happy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 16 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Practical
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: arobertson
from Bowling Green, KY
on 10/09/2010
Value for Price
3.0
Quality
4.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Convenient
What's not so great: Wires hanging all over the place
These are practical ways to keep your batteries charged while continuing to play.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+11points
12out of 13found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Great Product
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Synacious
from Brooklyn, NY
on 10/01/2010
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: everything
There really isn't a bad thing I can say about this product; this thing is awesome!
I would recommend this to a friend!
+6points
6out of 6found this review helpful.
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Review 18 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Horrible.
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: HardcoreGamer12
from Nj
on 09/22/2010
Value for Price
1.0
Quality
1.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
1.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Easy to Use
What's not so great: Doesn't work
It is easy to use and set up. But this is just another way Microsoft aims to make money on cheap products. Ps3 controller would last for days without a charge and no extra money. This accessory barely lasts more than 5 hours until it needs charging. Went through 2 that were faulty. Its poorly built in my opinion, yet the only option to not spend money on batteries. Since the new Xbox controller drains power so fast this item is practically useless.
This product is for those who want a wired gaming experience. Its great if you don't mind that.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-20points
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Review 19 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
Battery life sucks
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: Sean11751
from Islip, NY
on 04/14/2010
Value for Price
2.0
Quality
2.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
1.0
Ease of Use
4.0
What's great about it: easy to use, no need for batteries
What's not so great: Battery pack doesn't hold a charge
The Xbox controller is a hog on AA batteries. I thought that when I was buying this product I would be able to enjoy wireless gaming while only having to charge my controller once and a while. I was wrong. although it is good if you don;t mind being connected to the console with a wire, don't expect the battery pack to hold a charge even overnight. My battery pack was fully charged (indicator light was green) last night and was flat dead this morning (under 8 hours). don't buy this product if you expect it to be what it advertises. Very good if you don't mind being connected to console.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-18points
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Review 20 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black
one of the best things i bought
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: killasaini
from newyork,queens
on 03/14/2010
Value for Price
5.0
Quality
5.0
Battery Life/Charge Length
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: everything easy to use, a great price, quality is just so good
What's not so great: nothing
this is probably the best thing you will get its so easy to use and the price is good also so i recommend this to anyone
I would recommend this to a friend!
+9points
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