Connection issues with the Bluetooth feature of a new Xbox controller

I have the same problem. I think it was caused by a controller update (version from 17.11.2021). I enjoyed the new fast switching feature between Xbox and Bluetooth devices (double click pairing button).

Switching controller between Xbox/Bluetooth devices - OK

Xbox connection - OK

Android mobile connection (bluetooth) - OK

PC Win10 USB connection - OK

PC Win10 Bluetooth connection - does not work. the pairing will be fine but controller does not work.

Xbox One S, 2pcs XboxOne controller, Windows 10 completely updated.

EDIT:

resolved issue - update Windows 10 21H2.

I have two xbox one controllers but neither of them support the direct bluetooth connection since its a relatively new controller feature.

Hi ViperMagma, I hope you're doing great out there despite the issue that you're experiencing. I am an Independent advisor and I am here to help you in regards to your concern.

The Xbox Wireless Controller that comes with Xbox Series X|S includes a feature that allows for quickly switching between a paired Bluetooth device and an Xbox console. If the controller is connected to a Bluetooth device, double-press the Pair button, and the controller will immediately switch its connection to the last Xbox console it was paired to. Then, to switch back to the paired Bluetooth device, press and hold the Pair button to start pairing mode. The controller will automatically connect to the Bluetooth device you were just using while it also searches for new devices – just in case you want to connect a different Bluetooth device or Xbox. If it doesn’t find a new device nearby in pairing mode, it will remain connected to the previous Bluetooth device.

As of the moment, the said feature is not yet available on Xbox Elite Series 2. But what I always do is make sure that when you turn on your devices such as PC or Laptop, the Bluetooth is turned off then turn the controller on first before turning on the Bluetooth for it to automatically reconnect.

"Theory of Game" is correct on the matter. Let my post add a little more clarification.

The latest Xbox One controllers (the white ones that come with the Xbox One S) have Bluetooth functionality, yes, but they still connect to the Xbox One console through the proprietary RF protocol as all Xbox One controllers do.

The Bluetooth functionality on the controller is only designed to interface with a Bluetooth-enabled Windows 10 PC, as Windows 10 already has a preinstalled driver (given by the Anniversary update). It's merely treated as a secondary feature if you happen
to have a gaming PC with Bluetooth, likely implemented in the first place to coincide with the "Play Anywhere" feature they recently released for certain Xbox One games.

Even as of now, there is no Bluetooth functionality whatsoever on the new Xbox One S console. Spec sheets and online disassemblies of the Xbox One S do not show a bluetooth chipset within. There are also no onscreen settings to connect a Bluetooth headset
to the controller. Any Bluetooth headset or Bluetooth device you may have is currently
incompatible with the Xbox One.

Hope this helps!

Connecting an Xbox One controller to the Samsung Gear VR or Galaxy S7 requires that your controller have Bluetooth.

The
Xbox One Copper Shadow controller does not feature Bluetooth.