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Xbox Cloud Gaming tests phone-as-controller and Wi-Fi gamepad

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Microsoft is testing two new controller options for its Xbox Cloud Gaming service. One option allows users to use their Android phones as controllers on select smart TVs, a feature also seen with Google Stadia and Netflix. The other option enables the new Nano Controller to connect directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming via Wi-Fi to reduce latency, a capability previously offered by Google Stadia. AI

IMPACT Minor improvements to cloud gaming accessibility and latency, with limited direct impact on core AI development or deployment.

RANK_REASON This is a preview/testing phase for new controller options for an existing service, not a full product release or significant industry shift.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming tests phone-as-controller and Wi-Fi gamepad

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This is a preview/testing phase for new controller options for an existing service, not a full product release or significant industry shift.
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COVERAGE [1]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Kris Holt) ·

    Xbox is testing two new controller options for Cloud Gaming

    The Nano Controller is adopting a Google Stadia trick.

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