Xbox Series X / S Controllers Have New Colors But How Come They Still Use AA Batteries

Xbox Series S / X Controllers (Microsoft)

JAKARTA - In the midst of competition between Xbox and PlayStation 5, Microsoft announced a new color choice, namely Pulse Red for Xbox Series S / X controllers. This new color complements the three existing color choices, namely Carbon Black, Shock Blue and Robot White.

The top of the new controller is bright red with black and red buttons and the bottom is white. Plus the four action buttons are colored black combined with the red letters to make them stand out.

The D-Pad which functions as a directional button is black while the joystick is red. Another button that stands out is the red and white Xbox button.

Just like the other color variants, the trigger and bumper have a textured dot pattern for better grip. Dynamic Latency Input enables a more responsive gaming experience.

The Xbox Wireless Controller can be used with the Xbox Series S and Series X as well as the Xbox One. It can also be connected wirelessly to Windows 10 PCs and Android devices via Bluetooth Low Energy.

Unfortunately, this new controller still uses AA batteries as its main power. Although it can be recharged, changing the battery is quite a hassle for Xbox users.

The reason is, other controllers such as PS5 and Nintendo have used lithium batteries as their main power. Moreover, the two controller sticks already support USB connections for charging.

The Xbox Pulse Red Wireless Controller will go on sale for the first time in China starting tomorrow and in other countries where the Xbox controller sells for $ 64.99, the same as other variants of the Xbox Series controller.

In select markets, controllers will come with a 2 week free trial of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.