Did you know you can use your Xbox controller with a PC, Mac, smartphone, and more? Microsoft’s controllers work wirelessly with a range of additional devices—no cables required. Here’s how to pair your Xbox controller with more than just an Xbox. How to Pair Your Controller with an Xbox To pair a new controller with your Xbox Series X or S, or an older Xbox One console (including the One S and One X), put two AA batteries or a rechargeable battery pack in the controller. Microsoft provides a set of disposable batteries in the box, but you can grab a play and charge kit for around $20. Press the power button on the front to turn on your Xbox console. Locate and press the pairing button on your console; on Xbox Series X and S, it’s the small round button next to the front USB ports, as shown below. On an Xbox One X or S, the pairing button is on the front of the console, near the USB port on the right, as shown below. On an original Xbox One, you’ll find the pairing … [Read more...] about How to Put Your Xbox Controller Into Pairing Mode
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Everything You Need to Know Before Buying an Xbox Series X|S
So, you’re thinking about buying an Xbox. Do you want a Series X or S? Is your existing TV good enough, or do you need to upgrade? And will you have to stand the console up like some sort of monolith? Let’s answer the most pressing Xbox Series X and S questions. What’s the Difference Between Series X and S? The Xbox Series X costs $499, while the Series S retails for $299. Beyond price, the main difference between the two consoles is graphical power. They have similar CPUs, but the GPU on the Series S has about one-third of the raw power the Series X has. The Series X sets a target of 4K resolution at 60 frames per second (fps), while the Series S settles for a more modest 1440p, also at 60 fps. On paper, this should be the only difference. However, in practice, we’ve seen games like Assassin’s Creed Valhalla also cut back on features like ray tracing in the Series S version. The Series X has a 1TB SSD, while the Series S only comes with 512GB. The Series S is an … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know Before Buying an Xbox Series X|S