Microsoft released their new console, the Xbox Series X, their most impressive and powerful console. Many features make this console stand out, including super-fast loading speeds and fantastic graphics. In addition to these attractive qualities, the Xbox Series X boasts some surprising features you may need to learn about. Below we will go through some of the more unique features of this console which elevate the gaming experience to another level.
Energy saving mode
The first feature new to the Xbox Series X is the energy-saving mode that helps you save money on your electricity bill. You can activate this mode to turn your console off after a certain amount of time that you have chosen, which stops you from having the console running for long periods when you aren’t using it. In addition, you can also use what is known as “Shutdown Mode,” which saves the most energy by completely shutting down the console. This comes with a price, as it will take around 45 seconds to boot up the Xbox Series X the next time you want to use it; however, using this feature will save a lot of energy.
To activate the energy-saving mode, you must open the menu, go to Profile & Systems, go into settings, then General, and finally, Power, where you can choose what energy-saving mode you would like. Energy saving mode follows other current technology trends that aim to reduce the amount of electricity we use to keep costs down, especially when electricity bills are rising. Among these trends are updates to the consoles and controllers of the gaming world.
Controller Mapping
The new Xbox Series X controllers are more expensive than previous Xbox controllers. However, many fans of the console franchise don’t realize that they can customize them through settings. You don’t have to buy custom controllers to play games using the controls the way you want. All you have to do is access the controller remapping features by pressing the Xbox button in the center of your controller. Go into My Games & Apps and find the Xbox Accessories App.
Now you can create a New Profile option and customize the controls to your preferences. You can change the layout of the buttons on your controller, and then once you have it configured the way you want, simply press B on your controller to save the layout of your controls. This is super useful if you want to change your controls for each game you play, as you can easily switch between the control profiles you have made.
Link profile to controller
If you live in a household with others using your Xbox Series X console, you will understand the frustration of having to sign out of a profile and sign back into your own. With this new console, you can now link your profile to specific controllers, which will sign you in automatically to your account when that controller is turned on.
To do this, all you need to do is press the Xbox button and go to Profile & Systems, Settings, Devices & Connections. Once you are here, click on accessories and find the controller to which you want to link your profile. After this, the next time you press the Xbox button to turn on the controller, you will automatically be signed into your own account so you can start playing your favorite games and track your progress immediately.
Xbox mobile app
The Xbox Mobile App is something that many people don’t utilize, and they are most definitely missing out. The app can be downloaded on both iOS and Android mobile devices and allows you to download games so you can play them as soon as you get home and message friends to let them know how long you will be. The Xbox Mobile app also allows you to use your smartphone as a remote control to browse streaming services to watch the latest movie or tv show released. Finally, the Xbox Mobile app allows you to customize your profile and browse the newest game releases.
So there you have it! Now that you know about some of the more exciting and surprising features available with the Xbox Series X console, you can set up your console exactly how you like it. Your new knowledge can now help improve your overall gaming experience, and you can enjoy everything this fantastic console offers. With eco-friendly updates and more personalizable experiences, any player can enjoy this excellent technology. Happy gaming!
