Newegg has the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (Black/Glossy Black) for $28 with free shipping. Controller lets you enjoy a 30-foot range and up to 40 hours of life on two AA batteries.
^ "up to" 30' range, meaning you may not actually achieve 30' distance in any particular environment but with all else equal including truth in advertising, you should be able to use it further away or in worse (same frequency noise) situations as one spec'd for a shorter distance.
30' range. who can see and play game from 30' away from the TV?
^ "up to" 30' range, meaning you may not actually achieve 30' distance in any particular environment but with all else equal including truth in advertising, you should be able to use it further away or in worse (same frequency noise) situations as one spec'd for a shorter distance.
#1, I have seen people play Xbox in huge conf rooms using a projector. That 30' range is useful.
It's so you can go outside during a game to smoke and play through the window.
Also, if you need to relieve yourself while using controller
\\disinfect others' controllers before touching