Xbox Elite 3 prototype pad leaks with tiny built-in screen
A prototype Xbox Elite Series 3 controller with a built-in screen has surfaced, sparking interest among gamers.
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The brief
A prototype Xbox Elite Series 3 controller has leaked, featuring a tiny built-in LCD screen and a replaceable battery. The controller was accidentally sold to a customer on OfferUp, a marketplace app. The customer posted images of the controller online, leading to speculation and confirmation from gaming communities that it is indeed a prototype.
The Verge, IGN, and Notebookcheck have all covered the leak, with IGN noting that Reddit users were quick to identify the controller. Wolfs Gaming Blog and Resell Calendar also covered the story, focusing on how the prototype ended up in a customer's hands. The controller's features and design have been the focus of discussion.
However, details about its functionality and official release plans are scarce. The Verge and Notebookcheck mention the LCD screen and replaceable battery, but do not specify their purposes or capabilities. The customer who purchased the controller has not publicly shared additional information about its performance or any unique features beyond the built-in screen.
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Who reported it (5)
- A Prototype Xbox Elite Controller Was Sold on OfferUp Resell Calendar · 3h ago
- Xbox Elite Series 3 controller sample leaks with LCD screen and replaceable battery Notebookcheck · 3h ago
- Xbox Elite Series 3 Controller Ends Up In A Customer’s Hands By Accident wolfsgamingblog.com · 3h ago
- Gamer Posts Pic of New Controller They Bought and Reddit Is Convinced It's a Leaked Xbox Elite Series 3 Prototype IGN · 3h ago
- Xbox Elite 3 prototype pad leaks with tiny built-in screen The Verge · 3h ago
Quick answers
What is the Xbox Elite Series 3 controller?
The Xbox Elite Series 3 controller is a prototype gaming controller that features a built-in LCD screen and a replaceable battery.
How did the prototype controller leak?
The prototype was accidentally sold to a customer on OfferUp, a marketplace app. The customer then shared images of the controller online, leading to its identification as a prototype.
What are the key features of the leaked controller?
The leaked controller includes a tiny built-in LCD screen and a replaceable battery. Specific details about the screen's functionality and other features are not yet clear.
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