How to Update Firmware on Xbox Controller
Just plug your controller into your Xbox with a USB cable. Go to 'Settings', pick 'Devices & accessories', find your controller, and hit 'Update'. Done and done!
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You can also update the firmware via a PC! Connect your controller with a USB cable, launch the Xbox Accessories app, and follow the instructions. You got this!
Honestly, I just plug my Xbox controller into my PC, open the Xbox Accessories app, and it updates automatically. Fast and painless!
Plug your controller into your Xbox using a USB cable, go to the 'Devices & connections' menu, and select 'Accessories' to start the update. Easy peasy!
Hot take: It's 2023! Your Xbox controller should be able to update itself wirelessly, just like your other smart devices!
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