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How to Play PS3 Games Online With Bluetooth

Unlike its predecessors, the PlayStation 3 uses Bluetooth technology in its wireless controllers. It also uses the technology to pair up with Bluetooth headsets so that players can chat during multiplayer online games. The ability to communicate with your team is imperative to forming strategies to complete missions and defeat your enemies. Fortunately, pairing a Bluetooth headset with your PS3 is a fast and easy process that takes no longer than 10 minutes to complete.

Things You'll Need

Wired or wireless broadband Internet connection
Bluetooth headset
PS3 game with online play

Instructions

- 1
  Power on your PS3 and log on to your PlayStation Network account. While the system is loading, turn on your Bluetooth headset.
- 2
  Navigate the XMB dashboard to find the Settings menu and select "Accessory Settings." From this sub-menu, select "Manage Bluetooth Devices."
- 3
  Register your Bluetooth headset with the PS3 by selecting "Yes" when prompted with "The Bluetooth® device has not been registered. Do you want to register?" The PS3 then will scan your device.
- 4
  Enter your Bluetooth headset's pass key when prompted. Once the pairing is complete, you're ready to play online using your Bluetooth headset.
- 5
  Load a game that supports online play into your PS3 and enjoy chatting with your fellow players.

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