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It seems that Microsoft is experimenting with new hardware designs for its next generation of gaming consoles.

In a Microsoft Research article published in October, the company examined the technologies based on "A Versatile Controller Concept for Mobile Games." Eye catching name, no?

The document (initially spotted by WindowsCentral) describes the new technology as follows:

"Speculative research exploration motivated by the desire to enable traditional gaming experiences on mobile devices by incorporating touch-sensitive input controls."

What does it mean? Basically, it's a controller that can be split into two parts, like the Nintendo JoyCons, which has slot handles that can house your tablet or phone, essentially allowing your mobile device to become an all-in-one pad. and pocket console.

Microsoft says that the controller can be used as a standalone control solution with one side of the keyboard or can be connected to function as a more traditional gaming keyboard.

The fact that both controllers can be used individually, suggests Microsoft, means that the technology is ideal for use with "virtual or augmented reality".

It should be noted that Microsoft says that research in this technology is currently "speculative" – ​​that is, not expected so soon – but that's the kind of thing that would work with Microsoft's next generation gaming platform, Xbox Scarlett.

According to rumors, the Xbox Scarlett comes in two forms: one is a cloud-only broadcast box designed around a Netflix-type subscription service, the other a console more expensive, super powerful and more traditional. A pad like this would work with both – and would be able to attach to your phone to be used as a handheld device on the outside.

Xbox officially unveiled its cloud gaming service in October. The service – called xCloud – was first mentioned in E3 2018, but Microsoft has slowly raised the problem.

Microsoft announced that it has developed custom hardware in its datacenters to ensure xCloud service compatibility with all existing and future systems! – Xbox games.

What does this mean in real terms? This means that the future of the Xbox streaming platform is probably a reality and that many of the rumors that we have heard about Xbox Scarlett (or the Xbox Two) are true until now .

"Today, the games you play are strongly dictated by the device you use," written Kareem Choudry – Vice President, Gaming Cloud, at Microsoft.

"Project xCloud's state-of-the-art global gameplay technology will give you the freedom to play on the device of your choice without being locked by any particular device, allowing you, the players, to be in the center of the game. your gaming experience. "

This new tablet seems to be designed in tandem with this technology – we look forward to seeing how it will be integrated into future Microsoft projects.