New Xbox controller colors including lovely pink with pearlescent white are available at Xbox Design Lab

What you need to know Xbox Design Lab allows people to customize Xbox controllers with specific colors and features.  Today, four additional colors in the Shift Series have become available for Xbox controllers: Cosmic Shift, Aqua Shift, Lunar Shift, and Stellar Shift. Shift Series controllers are named so for their color-shifting top casing, which shimmers […]

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DEAL: The Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 Core falls under $100 for the first time

If you’re in need of a new Xbox gamepad, you’ll find no shortage of options from Microsoft and its partners. Everything from the basic controllers that ship with Xbox consoles themselves to limited edition ones with custom designs are readily available, and at the peak of the accessory mountain, there’s the premium $179.99 Xbox Elite […]

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Hyperkin’s ‘Competitor’ controller eliminates stick drift and features impulse triggers

What you need to know Hyperkin announced a new competitive controller called Competitor. Hall effect sensors use magnets in their design to detect movement, meaning high precision gameplay without risk of deterioration from stick drift. The Competitor will feature these, as well as Hall effect impulse triggers. Hall effect triggers allow for more realistic and […]

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Xbox Edition of the Razer Kishi V2 Pro controller is now available for Android and iPhone

What you need to know Today, Razer released the Xbox Edition of its Kishi V2 Pro mobile gaming controller. This new version comes in white, has a design that’s more like an Xbox controller, and has an Xbox button on the right side. It also features HyperSense haptic feedback for a more immersive gaming experience. […]

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The new 8BitDo Micro looks like a perfect controller for kids

What you need to know The newly announced 8BitDo Micro is a tiny game controller you can fit in your pocket. The 8BitDo Micro is smaller than a standalone Switch Joy-con and only weighs 25 grams. You can preorder the 8BitDo Micro for $25 and the device will start shipping on August 24, 2023. Carrying […]

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This is what it looks like when you customize your Xbox controller for just $22 (and muster up some bravery)

Xbox certainly knows how to make an array of wild and wonderful controllers with dazzling colors and designs. However, if their current line-up isn’t enough for you, there’s always the Design Lab to create your own. But at a base price of $69.99 to customize a standard Xbox Series S|X controller, is there a more […]

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Netflix releases Gaming Controller app on App Store

Netflix has a new Gaming Controller app on the App Store for iOS and iPadOS devices. The app will allow users to play supported gaming titles from Netflix on their TV by pairing their phone or tablet. The app is not yet functional as we await for Netflix to put the final touches. The controller […]

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Netflix Launches New Controller App for iPhone in Preparation for TV Game Expansion

Netflix today released a Netflix Game Controller app, which is designed to allow users to play Netflix games on their TV sets. The App Store description says the Game Controller app will pair with a TV for playing Netflix games using an iPhone. As of right now, Netflix games are limited to the ‌iPhone‌ and […]

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Xbox’s new Stormcloud Vapor controller is wicked cool, and you can preorder it now

What you need to know Microsoft has announced the Stormcloud Vapor Xbox controller. It’s scheduled to release on August 8, 2023, with preorders available now. The controller features a dark navy blue colorway with dynamic swirls, along with textured and rubberized grips. Each purchase also comes with a dynamic background for your Xbox dashboard that […]

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Your favorite Xbox controller can get a second life thanks to replacement parts from Microsoft

What you need to know Microsoft recently launched an Xbox repair and replacements store on its website. You can purchase replacement cases, buttons, and other parts to extend the life of your Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 or Xbox Wireless Controller. Since Xbox controllers start at $59.99 and range up to $179.99, it’s cheaper […]

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PS5 beta firmware brings Dolby Atmos, second controller for assistance

Sony has released a new beta firmware for the PlayStation 5 console that brings with IT a whole host of new accessibility as well as social features, along with the inclusion of Dolby Atmos. The PS5 can now output audio to Dolby Atmos compatible devices. Previously, this was only available for Blu-ray playback, that too […]

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Microsoft News Roundup: Surface Laptop Studio 2 specs, the end of Xbox Live Gold, and an Xbox controller without stick drift

From Surface leaks to Xbox controllers without stick drift, we saw a wide range of news stories pass our desk this week. With so much going on, it’s easy to miss a few stories, so we gather together all of the biggest news into one bite-size piece. Toss in a healthy heaping of reviews and […]

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Deal alert: Razer’s stylish Xbox controller and charging stand is over $100 off

If you ask me, one of the best-looking Limited Edition Xbox controllers available right now is Razer’s Universal Wireless Controller. The manufacturer’s iconic black and green colorway is a perfect fit for the Xbox brand, and the transparent exterior of the gamepad echoes the beauty of the fan-favorite Phantom Black controller Microsoft made in 2020. […]

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My favorite controller of 2023 is the GameSir T4 Kaleid – and it’s on sale

Prime Day is the perfect time to score some of the best deals on Windows, Xbox, and more, particularly the almost-perfectly reviewed GameSir T4 Kaleid. This controller combines a gorgeous retro design with a powerful performance. I was blown away by its features and the customizable RGB lighting, and it was already a steal at […]

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The excellent Razer Wolverine V2 Xbox and PC game controller has a solid sale

When it comes to high-quality laptops, gaming accessories, and controllers, Razer products are regarded as some of the best in the business. One such highly- acclaimed item from Razer’s product line-up is the Razer Wolverine V2, a wired controller that’s fully compatible with Xbox consoles and PC.   This controller usually goes for a huge […]

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Samsung might add Expert RAW to Galaxy Watch Camera Controller app

Samsung’s Galaxy Watches and Galaxy phones communicate in many ways. And arguably, one of the most unique outcomes of this cross-device syncing is made possible by the Camera Controller app. The app lets Galaxy Watch users turn their smartwatches into remote controllers and shutter buttons for their smartphone cameras. It’s a neat idea, and it […]

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Starfield Xbox controller and headset: Where to buy, Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and more

Without a doubt, the highlight of the 2023 Xbox Games Showcase on June 11 was Starfield. With Bethesda’s segment showing off nearly an hour’s worth of raw gameplay footage, overviews, and demonstrations, hype for the gargantuan sci-fi RPG is higher than it’s ever been.  Aside from details about the game itself, though, one of the […]

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PowerA FUSION Pro 3 Wired Controller for Xbox & PC review: A balanced option, if you need the extras

If you’re in the market for an affordable Xbox accessory, chances are you’ll come across PowerA sooner rather than later. The company has been known for its quality controllers and other Xbox accessories for years, and the latest one to land in my hands is the premium FUSION Pro 3 Wired Controller for Xbox and […]

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The new PowerA FUSION Pro 3 Xbox controller gives you Elite features for less

What you need to know The PowerA FUSION Pro 3 Wired Controller for Xbox is now available to purchase. It improves over its predecessor with integrated rear buttons and a more compact carrying case. The FUSION Pro 3 is also cheaper than the Pro 2, with a retail price tag of USD $79.99. Designed for […]

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The Limited Edition Razer Xbox controller and charging stand is over half price

When the Razer Wireless Controller and Quick Charging stand was released last October, I quickly pointed out that this Limited Edition controller looked great but was definitely for gamers with money to burn at $200. Today, however, I’m pleased to have found it at an incredible discount, $80, at GameStop. That’s more than half off […]

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