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Leaked images show Microsoft’s new Xbox Cloud Gaming controller (www.theverge.com)
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[–] [S] 9 points 4 months ago (9 children)

If it's like the Stadia controller, stuff like user authentication is done by the controller's embedded system.

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  • [–] 4 points 4 months ago (2 children)

    If it's like the Stadia controller, it'll have a kickass D-pad but shitty battery life, featuring a battery that CAN'T be replaced.

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  • [–] 0 points 4 months ago (5 children)

    But we already know its not.

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  • [–] 2 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (2 children)

    The controller sends nput direct to the server via WiFi, rather than via Bluetooth through the viewing device. Removes some latency, which given how much latency cloud having introduces makes a difference.

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