The Xbox Nano has a hidden cloud secret
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Microsoft will launch its Xbox Nano controller tomorrow with an unannounced feature that connects directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming over Wi-Fi to reduce latency, similar to Google's discontinued Stadia controllers. The cloud-connect capability is being privately tested on the new Xbox Cloud Gaming website and requires pairing the controller over Wi-Fi. Microsoft has not officially confirmed the feature, which was anticipated since the Xbox Nano leaked earlier this year. The direct-to-cloud connection matters because latency is a key barrier to cloud gaming adoption, and a first-party controller with built-in Wi-Fi could differentiate Xbox Cloud Gaming from rivals. Watch for Microsoft's official confirmation of the feature and details on pricing, availability, and which games and regions support the Wi-Fi pairing at launch.
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