Had to install this app which then made me sign in (using my work PC) to update the firmware on my damn controller. Wish there was a way to do this in Linux. I’m so over Microsoft’s crap.
Why does a game controller need updates??? I’m stuck on PS3 knowledge, someome help me out here.
Well, I can tell you trying to use the Xbox controllers I have on Linux, with Bluetooth was a nightmare until their firmware was updated.
Absolute pain in the ass. Had to spin up a Win10 VM to get my controllers working.
You can avoid that by not using MS controllers in Linux, or using old controllers with a cable. My Retropie has xbox 360 controller support compiled in and every controller works OOB.
Its called surveillance capitalism.
Microsoft is first and foremost a company that aims to profit on the data it can gather.
Please insert controller into rectum and drink verification can for authorization
Mine worked under Linux without hassle
If you keep hitting cancel, it’ll eventually error out and let you access the firmware update page without signing in.
Thats what I noticed as well. I think it was about three cancels at every menu point.
Why would a controller need firmware that needs updating to begin with? Its a controller
I can’t speak to Bluetooth as I don’t know much about it from a software development perspective, but when I first started working with USB I was surprised to find that the hardware is really simple but there’s a ton of software that makes it work. Specifications evolve over time to add features or improve efficiency. This neccesitates code changes, and those code changes have to be made at both ends of the connection if you want the devices to continue to be able to talk to each other. Aside from maintaining the interface code, there are probably also changes and improvements to the device itself. Thus, firmware updates. Make sense?
it sure does, it also explains something i had with win 7 a long time ago
thanks foe the detailed info
You should be able to press cancel on the login screen and then update without it. At least a few months back that still worked.
Nvidia does the same shit for GPU drivers, it’s obnoxious
I downloaded new drivers today without an account, but there’s dark pattern bullshit trying to get you to install GeForce Experience. I didn’t need to sign in to download drivers though.
You can download the Nvidia app (not GeForce Experience) that doesn’t require signing in
Wait for real??? You make an NVIDIA account now? I haven’t had an NVIDIA card since my 980Ti… Is this account insanity true for the proprietary Linux driver too?
No, you can download the proprietary drivers with a package manager
I just went through this exact thing (even having to install on my work computer). As others said, if you hit cancel like three times it lets you proceed.
Hopefully you didn’t have to then do what I did: spin up a VM so the controller sees the exact bluetooth controller in windows, then go back and pair in Linux. It’s extra work sometimes, but totally worth it to not be using windows.
why not spin up a qemu/kvm vm passthrough the controller and update it?
I’ve had my Razer Wolverine Ultimate for over 5 years, maybe even close to a decade now and have never had any issues. It’s wired but comes with a very long detachable usb to mini usb. The original wore out but replacement was super cheap. The thumb sticks are magnetic so you can just pop them off for cleaning or replacement.
It has all the features of an Xbox elite controller and once you rebind keys it stays on the controller so no need to keep a program around.
If this gets annoying enough for you or you want the extra paddles I highly recommend.
Don’t use your work machine for this. It is a misuse of resources and you are giving your work access to your account.
Good advice on balance, but we’re a small company. In addition to being SSE I’m also what passes for IT. 😆
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