Depending on which version of controller you have, you can update the device along with your stereo headset adapter – updating your Xbox One controller allows you to receive various improvements to the controller. In this post, we will show you 3 different ways to update your Xbox One controller.

3 ways to update Xbox One controller

These Xbox One controller firmware updates make various improvements to the controller, including enhancements for headset adapter capabilities and much more.

Microsoft has provided three different ways for Xbox One owners to update their controllers, as listed below:

1. Update your Xbox One controller wirelessly
2. Update your Xbox One controller using a USB
3. Update your Xbox One controller using a Windows 10 computer

Now, let’s delve into the methods in details.

1] Update your Xbox One controller wirelessly

If you want to update your Xbox One controller wirelessly, you will need a controller purchased during or after June 2015. If you aren’t sure when you bought your controller, check the bottom of it for a round 3.5-mm port; this indicates that your controller is able to update wirelessly.

If you want your headset to receive updates as well, be sure to connect your stereo headset adapter to your controller.

To update your Xbox One controller wirelessly, do the following:

• Power on your Xbox One controller and press the Xbox button. Select System > Settings.
• Click on Devices & streaming > Accessories.
• Select the controller that you wish to update.
• Click on Device info and select the Firmware version box.
• Click Update Now and your Xbox One controller will begin to update.

2] Update your Xbox One controller using a USB

To update your Xbox One controller using a USB, do the following:

• Connect your controller to your Xbox One using a USB cable.
• Instructions for automatically installing the update should appear.
• If the instructions don’t automatically appear, press the Xbox button on your controller.
• Select System > Settings.
• Click on Devices & streaming > Accessories.
• Select the controller that you wish to update.
• Click on Device info and select the Firmware version box.
• Click Continue.

3] Update your Xbox One controller using a Windows 10 computer

To update your Xbox One controller using a Windows 10 PC, do the following:

• Turn on your Windows 10 PC and launch the Xbox Accessories app. If you do not already have it installed, download the application from the Microsoft Store .
• Connect your Xbox One controller to your PC. If your controller is wireless, connect it to your PC by using a USB cable or the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows.
• With the Xbox Accessories app open, if a controller update is required, a message should pop up saying Update Required.
• Click Close once your controller has updated.

And that’s it folks! Indicate in the comment section below if you know any other method of updating Xbox One controller.