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Xbox previews two new ways to control cloud games

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Microsoft is testing direct Wi-Fi cloud connections and phone controllers to reduce lag and improve the Xbox Cloud Gaming experience.

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I revealed yesterday that the new Xbox Nano controller supports a Wi-Fi connection directly to Xbox Cloud Gaming, and now Microsoft is making it official today. Two new Xbox previews will let players try out using a phone as a controller on smart TVs, as well as cloud connect on the Xbox Nano to connect directly to cloud servers. "Instead of a Bluetooth connection to your TV, cloud connect uses your Wi-Fi to connect directly to the cloud server running your game," says the Xbox team. "That can help reduce input latency, so gameplay may feel more responsive." Players in the US will be able to preview the new cloud connect option for the Xbo … Read the full story at The Verge.

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