Your Xbox One isn't ghostly, but it can turn itself on when you don't want it to.
How to Fix Xbox One Turning On by Itself Issue! (2023)
If you want to stop your Xbox One from turning on by itself so you can enjoy some peace and quiet without the console suddenly turning on at the most inopportune time, you should investigate all of the possibilities below until you find the cause.
The original Xbox One has a capacitive power button instead of a physical button. Instead of pressing the button to turn the Xbox One on and off, it detects your finger using the same basic technology as your touchscreen phone, tablet or laptop.
Capacitive power buttons are fun, but dust, dirt, food particles, and other materials can prevent them from working properly. It’s also very easy for a small child to accidentally turn an original Xbox One on or off by running their hand across the front of the console. Pets can also turn an original Xbox One on or off by running their nose over the power button.
