Xbox Accessories
The latest Xbox Accessories coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Xbox controller drift on Windows 11? Microsoft’s self-repair tool can fix it—but only sometimes
Microsoft shipped a long-awaited self-calibration feature for Xbox controllers back in February 2024, and by mid-2026 it remains the most direct, manufacturer-approved way for Windows users to tackle...
How a Simple USB Test Can Save Hours: Fixing the Xbox Controller That Won’t Respond Despite Being Connected
Your Xbox Wireless Controller glows with a solid Xbox button. Windows, your Xbox, or your phone insists it’s paired. Yet no game, no dashboard, no app sees a single button press. It’s a maddening...
Windows 11 Gamepad Setup Covers Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, and USB Options
Windows 11 has transformed PC gaming into a seamless, console-like experience with its robust gamepad support, making it easier than ever to connect, configure, and optimize controllers for...
Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot Review: The Transformative Xbox Controller for 3D and 2D Gaming
The gaming controller landscape has remained remarkably static for decades, with the basic dual-analog stick layout becoming the universal standard for 3D gaming. Turtle Beach, primarily known for...
8BitDo Debuts First Xbox-Licensed Controller With Swappable Magnetic Joysticks at CES 2026
The gaming peripheral landscape witnessed a significant evolution at CES 2026, as 8BitDo unveiled its most ambitious Xbox-licensed controller to date: the Ultimate 3E. This premium controller...
Xbox Controllers on Windows 11 Gain Task View With a Long Press in New Preview Build
A new Windows 11 preview build is giving Xbox controllers a long-press shortcut to Task View, addressing a key gap in gamepad navigation as Microsoft gears up for a wave of handheld gaming PCs. Build...