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No, Microsoft isn't forced to use batteries in Xbox controllers because of a deal with Duracell | Eurogamer.net
![Xbox controllers still use AA batteries because of a long-standing agreement with Duracell | TechSpot Xbox controllers still use AA batteries because of a long-standing agreement with Duracell | TechSpot](https://www.techspot.com/images2/news/bigimage/2021/01/2021-01-07-image-17.jpg)
Xbox controllers still use AA batteries because of a long-standing agreement with Duracell | TechSpot
![Xbox controllers are still using AA batteries 'because of long-term Duracell deal', spokesperson claims | VGC Xbox controllers are still using AA batteries 'because of long-term Duracell deal', spokesperson claims | VGC](https://www.videogameschronicle.com/files/2021/01/Xbox-wireless-controller-a.jpg)
Xbox controllers are still using AA batteries 'because of long-term Duracell deal', spokesperson claims | VGC
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Xbox controllers still use AA batteries because of a long-standing agreement with Duracell | TechSpot
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Xbox Controllers Still Use AA Batteries Because Of A Duracell Deal, Suggests Spokesperson | Pure Xbox
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Duracell Official Suggests Xbox Controllers Use Of AA Batteries In Influenced By Deal With Battery Company
![Xbox controllers are still using AA batteries 'because of long-term Duracell deal', spokesperson claims | VGC Xbox controllers are still using AA batteries 'because of long-term Duracell deal', spokesperson claims | VGC](https://www.videogameschronicle.com/files/2021/01/Duracell-Xbox.jpg)
Xbox controllers are still using AA batteries 'because of long-term Duracell deal', spokesperson claims | VGC
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The batteries that came with my Xbox's new controller stated that they were not for retail sale : r/mildlyinteresting
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OEM XBOX ONE S wireless bluetooth controller, Video Gaming, Gaming Accessories, Controllers on Carousell
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Duracell spokesperson claims long-term deal is reason for Xbox Series X still using AA batteries - Consoles - MCV/DEVELOP
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Battery Cover for Xbox Core Controller, Replacement Battery Back Door Lid for Xbox Series X & Wireless Controller, Batteries Caps Shell Repair Part for Xbox Series S Remote Pack of 4 (
![Xbox and Duracell have "a constant agreement" regarding controllers and batteries, the battery company claims Xbox and Duracell have "a constant agreement" regarding controllers and batteries, the battery company claims](https://cdn.stealthoptional.com/images/ncavvykf/stealth/94e26c131758b0338b2f6ebd76c877a1c5a14c25-1280x720.jpg?rect=0,24,1280,672&w=1200&h=630&auto=format)