Since it's such a dead ringer for Microsoft's console controller, it's a shame that Microsoft and Logitech couldn't work things out so this controller could be dual-platform compatible--as it is, only Microsoft has a PC/Xbox 360 controller on the market. We tried plugging the USB-enabled controller into the Xbox 360 and were met with continually flashing lights, but the system and controller couldn't properly sync. If anything, it makes us hopeful that a future hardware update for the console could remedy this. (Logitech has announced a PlayStation 3 version of the ChillStream, which is scheduled to debut once Sony's console hits store shelves.)
Ultimately, while the ChillStream's advertised feature may be useless for most, the controller's superior design and performance still make it one of the better PC controllers on the market. If you're a PC gamer with a need for a gamepad, the ChillStream is an attractive option, though we wish it were priced a little lower than Microsoft's similar controller that boasts PC and Xbox 360 compatibility.
