Trending Now - Tiny Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller Leaked Ahead of Release
WHO:
Engadget - Microsoft is the manufacturer of the new Xbox Cloud Gaming controller.
The Verge - Tecnoblog published the leaked images of the controller.
WHAT:
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will feature two new scroll wheels at the bottom, which could be used for controller adjustments or as a new input method for games.
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will have a smaller removable battery of 1,528mAh, compared to the Elite 2's 2,050mAh battery.
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will include a new pair button that can switch between local mode or cloud mode to connect directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers.
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will feature two new scroll wheels at the bottom, which may be related to controller adjustments or a new input method for games like Microsoft Flight Simulator.
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will have a smaller removable battery of 1,528mAh, compared to the Elite 2's 2,050mAh battery.
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will feature a new pair button that can switch between local mode or cloud mode to connect directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers.
The Verge - The Xbox Elite 3 controller will have a smaller removable battery of 1,528mAh, compared to the Elite 2's 2,050mAh battery.
The Verge - The new Xbox Cloud Gaming controller is described as looking similar to third-party options from 8BitDo and HyperX.
The Verge - The leaked images show both white and black models of the new controller.
The Verge - The controller features a pairing button at the top, a D-Pad, bumpers, and triggers.
Engadget - The controller reportedly uses Wi-Fi to connect directly to the Xbox Cloud Gaming service for lower latency.
The Verge - The new controller features 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth 5.3, and a USB-C port.
The Verge - The controller includes a rechargeable 500mAh battery, differing from existing Xbox controllers that use AA batteries or removable rechargeable battery packs.
The Verge - The controller is designed to complement Microsoft’s expanded cloud gaming efforts with Game Pass.
WHERE:
The Verge - The leaked images were published by Tecnoblog and originated from Brazil’s Anatel regulator.
WHEN:
The Verge - The Xbox showcase is scheduled for the 7th of June, where the new controllers may be announced.
The Verge - Microsoft is expected to announce the new Xbox controllers at the upcoming Xbox showcase in June.
The Verge - The upcoming Xbox showcase is scheduled for June, where the new controllers may be announced.
The Verge - Microsoft is rumored to be preparing to launch the Xbox Elite Controller Series 3 later this year.
The Verge - A new Xbox controller was originally planned for 2024, alongside a canceled Xbox Series X refresh.
The Verge - Microsoft is rumored to be preparing to launch the Xbox Elite Controller Series 3 later this year.
WHY:
The Verge - The new controller is designed to reduce latency by connecting directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers, similar to how Google’s Stadia controllers function.
HOW:
The Verge - The controller connects to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers using Wi-Fi technology.
(UPDATED May 15, 2026 17:26 UTC)
The upcoming Xbox Elite 3 controller will introduce two new scroll wheels at the bottom, allowing for controller adjustments or serving as a new input method for games. It will also feature a smaller removable battery of 1,528mAh, down from the Elite 2's 2,050mAh, and include a new pair button for switching between local mode and cloud mode to connect directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers. Fans can expect to hear more about these exciting features during the Xbox showcase on June 7.
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(UPDATED May 15, 2026 11:39 UTC)
Microsoft is set to unveil the new Xbox Elite 3 controller at the upcoming Xbox showcase in June, featuring two new scroll wheels at the bottom that could enhance controller adjustments or provide a new input method for games like Microsoft Flight Simulator. Additionally, the Elite 3 will come with a smaller removable battery of 1,528mAh, a reduction from the Elite 2's 2,050mAh battery. This announcement is highly anticipated by gamers looking for the latest advancements in gaming technology.
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(UPDATED May 15, 2026 06:13 UTC)
The highly anticipated Xbox Elite 3 controller will introduce a new pair button that allows users to switch between local mode and cloud mode for direct connectivity to Xbox Cloud Gaming servers. Additionally, this controller will feature a smaller removable battery with a capacity of 1,528mAh, down from the Elite 2's 2,050mAh. Fans can look forward to the upcoming Xbox showcase in June, where these new controllers may be officially announced.
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(UPDATED May 14, 2026 21:30 UTC)
Microsoft is reportedly gearing up to launch the Xbox Elite Controller Series 3 later this year, and leaked images reveal that the new Xbox Cloud Gaming controller resembles third-party options from brands like 8BitDo and HyperX. The images showcase both white and black models of the controller, which includes a pairing button at the top, along with a D-Pad, bumpers, and triggers. This new addition to the gaming lineup is generating excitement as fans await its official release.
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(UPDATED May 14, 2026 19:35 UTC)
Microsoft has unveiled a new Xbox Cloud Gaming controller, which is designed to connect directly to the Xbox Cloud Gaming service for lower latency, similar to Google’s Stadia controllers. Leaked images of the controller, which features both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth 5.3, and a USB-C port, were published by Tecnoblog and originated from Brazil’s Anatel regulator. This innovative controller includes a rechargeable 500mAh battery, marking a departure from the traditional AA batteries used in existing Xbox controllers, and is expected to complement Microsoft's expanded cloud gaming efforts with Game Pass.