I didn't appreciate the volume control because I don't see it (but it's on the laptop). I didn't rate gaming because I don't use it for that. This is a very small profile and comes with a plastic cap to protect it. Ideal for stowing in your laptop bag. It works - don't know why some reviewers had issues.
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