The FTC vs. Microsoft trial revealed an exclusive detail for Xbox fans. Recently, this court trial brought documents containing some mind-blogging details, which are amusing enough to blow fans’ minds. Right when Nintendo fans were digesting the news of an upcoming Switch 2, Microsoft’s documents revealed enthusiastic conversations between Xbox executives about another upcoming next-generation console. But this time from Xbox.
Now following the Sony vs. Microsoft rivalry, fans were waiting for Xbox after Sony announced a brand-new accessibility controller. Previously, Xbox threw some hints at fans while talking about a stream-centric future for gamers, which added to Xbox’s further motive to bring a dedicated device for that. Now this trial document not only adds fuel to fans’ hopes but gives a timeline for its release. Can you believe it?
Xbox’s next-generation console is on the way
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Many Xbox fans noted when Xbox executives referred to an upcoming device while speaking about Streaming-Only Game Pass Hardware. In an interview, Xbox spoke about making an Xbox Ecosystem going beyond the traditional console’s horizon. Not only that, they planned to combine it with both Game Pass and Game Streaming flawlessly. his is when Xbox’s hint about a capable device tickled fans about an upcoming Xbox console. Now, Microsoft’s documents during their trial against FTC brought information that Microsoft is scheduled to release their improvised Xbox X Series.
Microsoft intends to launch the next-generation Xbox console in 2028, per internal emails revealed in the Microsoft vs FTC case
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Not just that, this document further gave a glimpse into this device’s initial specs. Xbox’s upcoming X Series console will likely be shipped without a disc drive and 2TB storage capacity. mentioned as an “all-new more immersive controller”, this new Xbox X series will feature a C front USB port for charging. Crazy right?
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However, hold on your breath, because the news is not over yet. Microsoft’s new Xbox Series X will probably be released in 2024. Yes, those waiting for Xbox to unleash their magic after winning the Activision deal, can truly hope for a brand-new Xbox controller without worrying about heartbreak.
Specifications of Xbox’s new Series X console
Microsoft’s upcoming refreshed edition of the Xbox X Series is codenamed Sebille. This next-gen device will offer an accelerometer. This means players’ vision will be aligned properly with the monitor as long as they hold the controller steady. Apart from direct cloud networking, Sebille will likely have 5.2 Bluetooth and a dual color scheme. Additionally, with silent buttons and smooth thumb sticks, it is all Xbox users ever dreamt of in their lives.
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Not just that, Sebille will offer swappable and rechargeable batteries with modular thumbsticks that can lift up. With 6E Wi-Fi and reduced power needs, Microsoft looked like a true champion. And this device will likely be launched at the same $499. Unbelievable? Maybe! but Microsoft trial documents revealed almost unbelievable info about Xbox’s refreshed X Series console. Now that it will be launched next year, Xbox fans should start saving up already.
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