Microsoft’s latest update for the Xbox Series S and X consoles lets you mute their startup sound, control your TV’s volume through the console, and more.

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From the PlayStation to the Steam Deck, plenty of game systems have given us memorable startup sounds. But which one is the best?

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The PlayStation from Sony Group Corp. and the Xbox from Microsoft Corp. are the two biggest players in console gaming. The PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S launched in 2020 ...

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What is the Xbox start-up sound? The Xbox start-up sound is a short audio clip that plays when the console is powered on, and it varies depending on the generation of the Xbox console.

Xbox One (2013): The Xbox One start-up sound was subtle and minimalistic—a gentle electronic chime that matched the console's modern and streamlined design.