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We Got a Look at a New Xbox Controller, Thanks to a Microsoft Leak

This new Xbox controller will reportedly be released next year.

In some of my past posts, I’ve chatted about all sorts of Xbox stuff, and you can find those linked down below.

But right now, I wanna spill the beans on the latest gossip: there’s a hot new Xbox controller that just got leaked!

So, check this out, folks! You won’t believe what happened. Microsoft accidentally spilled the beans on some super cool stuff during its trial with the FTC. Thanks to a slip-up noticed by The Verge, we got a sneak peek at what Xbox has up its sleeve for the future. It’s like they dropped a treasure chest full of gaming secrets!

First up, let’s talk about this sleek and futuristic Xbox controller they’re cooking up, codenamed Sebile. It’s got all the bells and whistles you could ask for, including Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. That’s right, it’s ready to sync up with your devices in the blink of an eye. No more fussing around with complicated setups.

And hold onto your seats because here’s the kicker — “Direct-to-Cloud” pairing. Now, I’m not entirely sure what that means, but it sounds like some next-level stuff. It’s like the controller will talk to the cloud or something. Maybe it’s a super-fast way to get your gaming going.

Oh, and did I mention it’s got a rechargeable, swappable battery? No more wasting money on disposable batteries. Just pop in a fresh one, and you’re good to go. But here’s the real kicker — a new modular thumbstick.

Now, we’re not sure if that means you can swap out the thumbsticks or if you can rip out the entire joystick module like you can with that fancy $200 PlayStation DualSense Edge wireless controller. Imagine customizing your controller to fit your gaming style. It’s like a dream come true.

Inside the Sebile, there’s an accelerometer, which is probably the fancy tech behind its “lift to wake” feature. It’s like magic — pick up your controller, and it comes to life. And speaking of magic, the controller will have PlayStation DualSense-like haptics that “double as speakers.” That’s right, it’s not just a controller; it’s a mini sound system too!

And guess what? The battery is rechargeable too, just like the PlayStation one, but here’s the twist — it’s swappable. So, if you’re in the middle of an epic gaming session and your battery runs out, no worries, just swap it out and keep on playing.

But that’s not all, my friends. They’re also making the buttons and thumbsticks quieter, so you can game in peace without waking up the whole house. And guess what? They’re doing their bit for Mother Earth too by using recycled materials. Way to go, Xbox!

Now, here’s the kicker — it looks like they’re using the same D-pad as the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. So, if you loved that, you’re in for a treat.

Now, the big question on everyone’s mind — when can we get our hands on this bad boy? Well, it’s expected to hit the shelves next year, and the price tag? A cool $70. But, keep in mind, this info is based on the leak, so fingers crossed it’s still accurate.

Final Words

But that’s not all the juicy info we got from the leak. Hold on to your seats for this one.

Microsoft has plans for a 2TB digital-only Xbox Series X console, and they’re calling it Brooklin.

And guess what? It doesn’t look like your typical console anymore; it seems more like a router! Talk about a design shift.

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References

FTC v. Microsoft: all the news from the big Xbox courtroom battle.

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