It actually is. Basic Royal Kludge RK61 with some various keycaps I had from other builds.

$40 for a wireless (Bluetooth) clicky mechanical that feels good to type on - plus one that has a simple backlight with different lighting modes was just the deal for me, as the most duty this bad boy sees is controlling the PC I have running on my living room TV. Probably going to make another one for the Surface Pro I use for DMing DnD campaigns.

EDIT:

Since there's some interest in this, here are the exact pieces I used for this setup and links to buy them:

-Keycap Set 1 - Almost Everything

-Keycap Set 2 - Blank Green Shift Keys

-Base Keyboard Model

-Mouse

-Mousepad

-Bluetooth Adapter for PC


BONUS:

-It's not the one I have, but here's a cool artificial succulent

if your pc does not have built-in Bluetooth, you're going to have to get an adaptor. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Use rechargeable batteries that have more than 1.5 V. Avoid 1.2 V if you can, controllers will occasionally read them as 'low' and turn off, even though they are fine. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQ7QV7W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

free games to keep you busy: google earth, vrchat, and rec room.

Why not just get one from Amazon?

You'll be able to pick it up in the library by tomorrow.

Here: https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R

Or just look up "USB Bluetooth adapter" on Amazon/eBay. I actually bought some from eBay (generic Chinese brands tho) for like $1-2 each a few years ago. They actually worked fine.

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EDIT: There are also adapters that connect to an audio jack, but they require a separate cable for power, which will be a USB cable anyway, so you should just get a USB adapter like I mentioned above.

Thank you for your reply. I am currently using this one. I just ordered the one you linked me too though so hopefully I'll have luck with it. Thank you for your reply.

k just did this:

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• (Latest SC firmware, steam closed [this doesn't appear to matter.])
  
  
• Removed Steam Controller via Device Manager just to be sure (its using the standard Windows BT LE drivers, fwiw. Nothing special.)
  
  
• Bluetooth & Other Device Settings
  
  
• Removed Steam Controller from BT saved devices
  
  
• (SC is now listed nowhere.)
  
  
• Steam+Y on SC
  
  
• Add Bluetooth ..
  
  
• Click SteamController (has mouse icon)
  
  
• (No prompt for a bluetooth code or anything.)
  
  
• Connects and works.
  
  ---
  
  Maybe there is some issue with your BT radio and the SC? If you google both terms you might find if other people are having similar issues.
  
  Windows identifies mine as "Generic Bluetooth Radio", made by Cambridge Silicon Radio Ltd., ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ )

This is the one that I just got for my Wii guitar and I couldn't be any happier, feels like there's very little delay.

Bluetooth Adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Software/Drivers for the Wii Guitar:
https://www.julianloehr.de/educational-work/hid-wiimote/

Does anyone know how well these USB Bluetooth adapters work on switch? How is the audio quality/delay? I wanted to use a headphones, so i don't make a lot of noise. We'll still playing on my TV.

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521057781&sr=8-1&keywords=bluetooth+usb

I wanted to use headphones with my Switch docked, but Nintendo Switch Pro controller doesn't have a Headphone jack. On PS4/XB1 the controller all have one built in which sounds great with no delay. Luckily my headphones have both audio jack and blue tooth.

No. Just no. That is to feed audio from Bluetooth into an aux jack, and happens to use USB for power.

You need an actual USB interface adapter.

Like this.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor | $165.99 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler | Noctua - NH-D9L 46.4 CFM CPU Cooler | $51.89 @ Newegg
Motherboard | MSI - B450 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard | $99.99 @ Amazon
Memory | G.Skill - Aegis 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory | $135.98 @ Newegg
Memory | G.Skill - Aegis 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory | $135.98 @ Newegg
Storage | Crucial - MX500 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $98.89 @ OutletPC
Storage | Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $43.90 @ OutletPC
Video Card | Gigabyte - Radeon RX 580 8GB AORUS 8G Video Card | $229.99 @ Amazon
Case | Fractal Design - Focus G (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $62.98 @ Newegg
Power Supply | EVGA - SuperNOVA G3 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $69.88 @ OutletPC
Optical Drive | Asus - DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer | $18.39 @ OutletPC
Wireless Network Adapter | TP-Link - TL-WN881ND PCI-Express x1 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Adapter | $17.99 @ Newegg Business
Monitor | LG - 29WK600-W 29.0" 2560x1080 60Hz Monitor | $243.90 @ Amazon
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $1395.75
| Mail-in rebates | -$20.00
| Total | $1375.75
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-09-05 22:45 EDT-0400 |

Webcam: https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-LifeCam-HD-3000-for-Business/dp/B005BZNEKM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536201556&sr=8-1&keywords=lifecam+hd-3000&dpID=31S7L1sv1cL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Bluetooth: https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1536201601&sr=1-3&keywords=bluetooth+adapter&dpID=41gXomRdk7L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

A case with more than 3 USB ports will cost more than 100$ extra, so if it's not a necessity, I would just deal with the 2. The LG UltraWide is one of the best color reproducing monitor at a resonable price, and not curved. A RX580 is plenty for the games you listed and frees up budget for 32GB RAM, so you can have those 90 chrome tabs open. I would recommend buying Win10 and MS Office from eBay, just make sure the seller is reputable.

ZEXMTE Bluetooth USB Adapter CSR... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share this is what i have. havent had any issues, works well and cheap

Any bluetooth adapter will work. I use this one
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0IOJDbSVZW7RG

That is a mediocre deal for $550. Building it new would cost $600.

I would ask him to lower the price to $500 at least. You're giving up a lot of quality and all the warranties you would get from a new PC.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 2700 3.2 GHz 8-Core Processor | $186.43 @ OutletPC
Motherboard | ASRock B450M-HDV R4.0 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $64.88 @ OutletPC
Memory | *Crucial 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-2666 Memory | $63.99 @ Adorama
Storage | ADATA SU800 128 GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive | $22.03 @ Amazon
Storage | *Hitachi Ultrastar 1 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $33.03 @ Amazon
Video Card | Gigabyte Radeon RX 580 4 GB AORUS 4G Video Card | $169.99 @ Amazon
Case | DIYPC MA01 MicroATX Mini Tower Case | $25.97 @ Newegg
Power Supply | EVGA 400 W ATX Power Supply | $34.99 @ ModMyMods
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $601.31
| *Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-08-05 14:19 EDT-0400 |

• Downsides
  
• Memory is a horribly slow 2666mhz CL19 according to the reviews. This will lower cpu performance by ~15% compared to the 3000mhz CL16 memory we would normally pair with a Ryzen 2000 series cpu.
  
• SSD. Smaller than you want.
  
• PSU: One of the reviews said the PSU is only 400W so you have absolutely no room for future upgrades since this PC is ~351W according to PCPartpicker.
  
• Video Card: The video card is a 4GB version of the RX 580 instead of 8GB. This is somewhat disappointing since we can get 8GB cards for the same price now, but it will only affect some games and the performance difference would only be ~10fps.
  
• No warranty. Buying new would give you warranties on all of the parts.
  
• Note: I didn't include wifi+bluetooth in the comparison build because you probably don't need them. If you do, you can get a wifi adapter for $15 and a bluetooth adapter for $7.
  
  

  Superior $600 New PC
  

  
  

• Improvements: 500GB SSD, a reliable PSU with a 5 year warranty, better video card, faster RAM (so a faster cpu).
  
• Downgrades: We lost the 8 core cpu in favor of a 6 core cpu. However this has no impact on gaming, and the 6 core cpu will actually be better for gaming because it is paired with 3000mhz CL 16 RAM.
  
  PCPartPicker Part List
  
  Type|Item|Price
  :----|:----|:----
  CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor | $132.90 @ OutletPC
  Motherboard | ASRock B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $69.99 @ Amazon
  Memory | *Team T-FORCE VULCAN Z 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory | $59.99 @ Newegg
  Storage | Team L5 LITE 3D 480 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $52.99 @ Amazon
  Storage | Western Digital Caviar Blue 1 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $42.85 @ OutletPC
  Video Card | Sapphire Radeon RX 580 8 GB PULSE Video Card | $169.99 @ Newegg
  Case | DIYPC MA01 MicroATX Mini Tower Case | $25.97 @ Newegg
  Power Supply | *Corsair CX (2017) 450 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply | $44.99 @ Newegg
  | Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
  | Total | $599.67
  | *Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria |
  | Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-08-05 14:08 EDT-0400 |

Yes, there are two versions of the Xbox One controller. One works with bluetooth, one does not.

https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/connect-and-troubleshoot-xbox-one-bluetooth-issues-windows-10

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Im just using this cheap Bluetooth dongle

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought a bluetooth USB adapter so I can listen to music from my work pc without tying up my phone or using my data.

AFAIK, Hotspot refers to WiFi, so you would need a WiFi adapter. I found an inexpensive one on Amazon. The faster the adapter the more expensive. You can also go Bluetooth. The ones I found that work with XP were https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003MTTJOY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 edit>grammar

Hey, sorry for just stepping in but the little USB bluetooth receiver you linked makes Airdrop work? if it does, then that means AirDrop only needs bluetooth and nothing else, right? it doesnt need wifi?

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Anyway, did you end up buying anything else to have full continuity, Airdrop, handoff, etc?

I have this one. I didn't do any research or anything, but it said "Amazon's choice" which seemed reassuring. It's worked well for me out of the box, with no configuration or fiddling necessary. There are probably better ones, but it works well enough that I haven't had any reason to comparison shop.

This one works, at least in my limited testing. Everything connected up immediately. I have only tested the "stable version" not the "updated version". Not sure what the difference is. Just so happened to be the one I had sitting in a drawer.

I got this one and its working fine so far.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use this one and it works fine, everything as expected - though there might be better options.

I have two of these dongles on two different systems without a single issue. For the cheap $7, I had to try it - I'm glad that I did.

I'll give it a try, thanks

P.s. Bought a Bluetooth USB dongle, problem solved.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I was also looking to use a NUC as a Hackintosh (to replace a Mac Mini). I ended up using an HP 8300 USDT. But I did see that almost all NUCs have Intel Wifi cards that are soldered to the board. I started to use USB wifi for my HP 8300 but then got a $20 refubished AC1200 Wifi Extender (at a MicroCenter store) with an ethernet port and now I use that. The USB wifi did work but it was unstable with sleep/wake. Now my connection is faster and very stable. The USB bluetooth I got was a $7 CSR 4.0 dongle and it's working great - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So - if you're still working on Wifi and Bluetooth for your NUC, I would recommend a wifi extender with ethernet and a cheap CSR 4.0 bluetooth dongle.

The one you posted should be fine. I use this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0775YF36R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

$7

Bluetooth USB Adapter CSR 4.0 USB Dongle Bluetooth Receiver Transfer Wireless Adapter for Laptop PC Support Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP,Mouse and Keyboard,Headset https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TEqcBbN83X5CB

it's just a little USB dongle


https://www.amazon.com/ZEXMTE-Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1C328O99OY4F8&keywords=bluetooth+usb+dongle&qid=1571570291&sprefix=bluetooth+usb%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-7

This isn't compatible with my windows 7 sadly but I found one that works with it

will this one work?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=psdc_3015437011_t2_B004LNXO28

You also have the option to buy a usb Bluetooth adapter that works on Win7.

ZEXMTE Bluetooth USB Adapter CSR 4.0 USB Dongle Bluetooth Receiver Transfer Wireless Adapter for Laptop PC Support Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP,Mouse and Keyboard,Headset https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_q-9ADbMVW25YB

I use this one, it's half the price of the one linked above and works fine.

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R?keywords=usb+bluetooth&qid=1537594919&sr=8-5&ref=sr_1_5

https://smile.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1549325224&sr=1-4&keywords=bluetooth+dongle

Easy answer: No.

Technical answer: Yes, but you'll have to find the schematics for the module, figure out what pin does what, and then pin it out so you could mate it to a USB header. The amount of time and work required to do something like this could easily be offset by buying a USB Bluetooth adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/Shure-PGA27-LC-Large-Diaphragm-Side-Address-Shock-Mount/dp/B00TTQLKVY/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=shure+pg&qid=1557771370&s=gateway&sr=8-6

This is the one I use and I swear by it.

It handles high input easilymeaning it doesn’t distort when you yell.

And it has a low sound floor to reduce background noise.

As for pop filters any will do. there are plenty of opinions and all of them are realistically cheap.

And you might want to pick up a Rhode desk boom arm.

And also maybe an XLR to usb preamp like the blu icicle

For headphones I recommend Skullcandy crusher headphones.

https://www.amazon.com/Skullcandy-Bluetooth-Headphone-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B01DWH77GC/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=skullcandy+crusher&qid=1557771728&s=gateway&sr=8-3

They are Bluetooth if you ever want that and they can be directly wired to your pc when you want that.

They have zero latency even with being untethered.

If you get these headphones you might want to grab a Bluetooth dongle if your pc doesn’t have built in Bluetooth.

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=bluetooth+dongle&qid=1557771778&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Hello /r/MrBaseball77 , I am not the op but I also bought a USB bluetooth for my earbuds, which, just like the op, I wanted to use for my Laptop.


However, it does not receive my earbuds at all. Have I bought the wrong one?

Don't know if they have it in the UK but something like this should do. It's what I got and has no problem.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_clV-Bb6K7YA7F

> All PS4 controllers do come with a USB cable.

Ok, so this is the one I'm looking at...

https://www.amazon.com/DualShock-Wireless-Controller-PlayStation-Black-4/dp/B01LWVX2RG/ref=sr_1_2?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1542269275&sr=1-2&keywords=dualshock%2B4&th=1

The questions & answers section seems to indicate it doesn't come with a cord. So my plain old phone cable would work?(Galaxy S4, normal micro USB cable)

And if I wanted to go bluetooth, something like this would work?

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless-Keyboard/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1542269774&sr=1-4&keywords=usb+bluetooth+dongle

I do prefer wired for most things anyway, but just making sure I understand my options.

>Keep in mind that you do want a decently specced PC to do this though.

I assume you mean for PSNow? Actually, unless I'm gravely misunderstanding something, you can run this with pretty low specs as long as you have fast internet with low latency. Almost all the game/graphic processing is done on the other end because it's streamed. Also, I've tried it myself on the free trial and it runs beautifully and my rig is getting rather old(Phenon II, HD7770).

EDIT: Do you happen to know about the touchpad/gyro stuff working on PC?

It doesn't work that way. SATA is for memory storage only.

Any of the small USB adapters will do.
Example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/

You just need any standard USB Bluetooth adapter. Like this, for example.

> How reliable are the controllers compared to the Vive?

Fine, I've had no issues. Been playing Skyrim with my Odyssey+. Comfort wise about the same.

> Do you have a source for a cheap replacement controller?

Unfortunately the controllers aren't sold separately. Only option is new headset or eBay. YOu may be able to use standard WMR controllers, but same problem.

> Could you show me what extension cable I'll need to purchase?

You shouldn't need one, that said I've used these with my WMR headsets

> How about rechargeable batteries? Do you have a suggestion for a good set of rechargeable batteries and charger to use with the controllers?

Any AA batteries should do. I have no recommendations myself.

> Do you have a link for a reliable USB Bluetooth 4.0 that I should pickup?

Odyssey+ comes with built in BT. OG (Original Odyssey) does not, it will work with any dongle you have. Though its best to have it be line of side (and not under a desk or something. I used this dongle for my demo machines.

> I was told the Odyssey may require some kind of light blanket or cover??? What's the deal with this?

If its what I think you mean, there's a small gap on the side by your eyes for the O+. Which can let some light in. It's generally more noticable on the O+, the OG doesn't really have the gap. VR Cover makes face padding you can buy.

> Is there anything else I should know about this system prior to getting it?

In order to play SteamVR games you need the Windows Mixed Reality for SteamVR pluggin. Make sure that where ever your play area is has some things for the tracking cameras to see, along with adequate lighting and nothing to reflective. (Don't try and play in an empty room with nothing but beige carpet and walls and no light).

I'll assume you're using an Xbox ONE controller. First, you need to know if you have a new or old one. The new one has Bluetooth, while the old one doesn't. See this link.

https://www.reddit.com/r/xboxone/comments/5fr7r1/easy_way_to_tell_if_a_controller_supports/

If you have a new Bluetooth controller, and your PC has Bluetooth connectivity, then you should be able to pair up with normal procedures. If you don't have Bluetooth connectivity, then you'll need an adapter. This one is cheap but there are a bunch of brands you can use.

If you have an old controller, you'll probably need this.

Hope this helps!

So would this work? And if I may ask, why 4.0?

I actually meant Zwift, not Strava. Theoretically you could probably use Zwift running on an elliptical.

All you need in that case would be your computer or tablet, a run pod (which sends data to the game from your foot) and an ANT+ or Bluetooth receiver if the pod isn't compatible with your computer. Zwift Running is free to use (cycling is $15 a month)...so you'd actually move around the virtual world. I assume you'll be slower on an elliptical but should still move.

Actually just looked it up...looks like foot pods don't work well with it. Wonder if you can use a Garmin watch to simulate a run.

I'm actually using this one off Amazon, works pretty well!

And just in case you haven't already, I recommend SCP Toolkit to pair the controller with the dongle.

https://www.amazon.com/ZEXMTE-Bluetooth-Receiver-Transfer-Wireless/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=usb+bluetooth+adapter&qid=1566575771&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Once you plug it in all the drivers should install and you just need to go into bluetooth settings in windows to add your devices.

The older mice won't actually be using bluetooth, but it is a proprietary wireless connection instead. Your easiest solution would just to be buying a cheaper bluetooth adapter off amazon such as https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775YF36R/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_MLyxDbYB958Y1
or just returning and getting another mouse.

Uh oh. What kind of adapter specifically? Just anything that I can plug into my PC to allow Bluetooth connectivity like this one? or would I need something with better range/speed?

THIS
I own it and it’s great.