Thankfully, Microsoft has finally added Bluetooth functionality to the controller. This won’t be a big deal to Xbox users but will be a godsend for PC gamers looking for a decent gaming pad. Now PC gamers can use Xbox controllers without shelling out for an Xbox USB Wireless Controller Adapter. Xbox One S – Specifications

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As far as connections are concerned, the rear of the Xbox One S is almost identical to the Xbox One: HDMI out, HDMI in, two USB ports, IR out, optical audio out and Ethernet. You won't need an Xbox to play Microsoft's next generation of games". CNET. March 1, 2016 . Retrieved August 5, 2018. HDR is the next big thing in video. Basically, it offers greater contrast and a wider range of colours. We’re starting to see it in films and TV shows, but now it’s coming to games. The first HDR games are Forza Horizon 3 , and Gears of War 4 . For a report on HDR gaming, hit the link below Xbox One S – Features Nichols, Scott (May 21, 2013). "Xbox One to expand friend lists to 1,000 friends". Digital Spy . Retrieved June 24, 2013. Veloria, Lorenzo (November 3, 2015). "Everything that's changed in the new Xbox One user interface". GamesRadar. Future plc . Retrieved November 11, 2015.Farokhmaneshon, Megan (May 21, 2013). "Xbox One uses HDMI output, doesn't support component connections". Polygon. Vox Media . Retrieved May 21, 2013. Hussain, Tamoor (November 10, 2018). "Xbox One Keyboard And Mouse Supported By Fortnite, Feature Launches Next Week". GameSpot . Retrieved December 18, 2018.