If you enjoy texting via XBLive or want to use MSN support, this chat panel is a must. The keyboard feels comfortably firm when you press the keys. Backlit block, letters facing east. Works very well, you can type pretty fast without any problems. This is especially useful when you need to fill out forms or make settings and the like. I would give it 5 stars but it's not supported in many games yet (like the chat lobby). It works with the EA skateboard (if you see the virtual assistant) so it's pretty cool. For the cheap price it's worth it. It also comes with an extra headset (that only works with the chatpad), but then you can use an old headset for the 2P controller to get things working. All in all a fun little accessory, even just to make your controller look fancy.