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Xbox Surface 7-inch tablet rumors reappear ahead of Xbox 720

, Nov 6th 2012 Discuss [0]

Chatter of a 7-inch Xbox Surface tablet has reawakened, with sources claiming Microsoft is currently working in the initial hardware planning stages for a gaming-centric slate built on a custom Windows OS. The planned tablet is broadly in line with leaked specifications back in June, so insiders tell The Verge, though whether it runs a custom ARM processor or a new Intel SoC could depend on how well Intel can wow Microsoft. Unlike the first Surface tablet, which attempts a broad range of tasks, the Xbox Surface will be focused on gaming.

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Mad Catz Tritton Pro True 5.1 Surround Sound Headset now shipping

, Nov 2nd 2012 Discuss [0]

I think every gamer whether you play on a PC or console knows that sometimes you need a good set of headphones. Many professional gamers only use headphones because it makes it easier to hear all the little nuances of sound that can tell you where an enemy is. Mad Catz has a large array of headphones that it offers for gamers of all kinds and the company is now shipping a new set of headphones for console gamers. Read The Full Story

Xbox SmartGlass makes Android app debut on Windows 8 day

, Oct 26th 2012 Discuss [0]

It's time for the next generation for Microsoft in so many more ways than one, hitting right this moment on all cylinders with the first iteration of Xbox SmartGlass for Android. Of course this isn't related directly to Windows 8, but the release day - today, of all days - has us rather certain it wasn't a coincidence. Feel free to expect a continued barrage of news bits and releases from Microsoft as they keep their press boat afloat now that Windows 8 is rocking and rolling for real. Read The Full Story

Xbox SmartGlass hits October 26

, Oct 23rd 2012 Discuss [0]

Microsoft’s SmartGlass second-screen for Xbox 360 will launch on October 26 alongside Windows 8, turning tablets and smartphones into companion displays for gaming, entertainment, and more on the console. The free app will eventually be offered for Windows 8 and RT tablets and PCs, Windows Phone 8, iOS and Android devices, with the ability to control multimedia playback and web browsing from your gadget – working with the new Internet Explorer for Xbox arriving in the latest Xbox 360 dashboard update – in addition to showing stats and bios for sports games and movies, and of course integrating with games like Forza Horizon and Halo Waypoint.

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Xbox 360 “Entertainment for All” adds 250GB console to $99 deal

, Oct 23rd 2012 Discuss [0]

Microsoft has broadened its subsidized Xbox 360 deal, offering a 2506GB version of the console for $99 or with a Kinect for $149, for those signing up to its new Xbox 360 Entertainment for All plan. Initially launched earlier this year, following phone-style deals where upfront cost is offset by a monthly payment - in this case, a two year contract for Xbox LIVE Gold membership - the extended offer is "coming soon" Microsoft says. Read The Full Story

Microsoft giving the first 100 line sitters free Xbox Music for a year

, Oct 22nd 2012 Discuss [0]

If you were one of the unlucky ones to not get the chance to pre-order a fancy Surface tablet from Microsoft, you're only option is to wait in line at your local Microsoft Store. However, it seems Microsoft is expecting a dim crowd for the launch, so they're giving the first 100 people in line at every Microsoft Store one year of Xbox Music service. Read The Full Story

Gamestop offers BioShock Infinite: Industrial Revolution puzzler with pre-order

, Oct 22nd 2012 Discuss [0]

Fans of the BioShock franchise are undoubtedly waiting for the next game in the franchise to launch called BioShock Infinite. That game is up for pre-order now and gamers who place their order at Gamestop will get a second game free of charge. The pre-order get you BioShock Infinite when it launches and a copy of another BioShock game that you can play right now. Read The Full Story

Skylanders Giants hits stores on October 21

, Oct 19th 2012 Discuss [0]

Last Christmas my son was bonkers for the Skylanders game. I played the game with him on more than a few occasions, and it was really cool. I particularly liked how you could take a little statue figurines of the characters, place them on this round device that plugs into the game console, and the statue would turn into the character on the screen to use in the game. The game turned out to be impressively popular, and the sequel to the original game is set to launch this weekend. Read The Full Story

Xbox Kinect skateboard concept demos hand-gesture control

, Oct 17th 2012 Discuss [0]

Thanks to Microsoft's Xbox 360 Kinect motion-sensing device, hand gesturing is becoming more and more popular, and a lot of innovative companies are trying out the device themselves to come up with new ways to control things through hand gestures. Toyota has made a skateboard concept using a Kinect camera and a Windows 8 tablet to demonstrate some of the technology that the auto manufacturer may possibly implement into their vehicles in the future. Read The Full Story

Activision releases 007 Legends video game

, Oct 17th 2012 Discuss [0]

Activision has announced that its new video game 007 Legends is available to purchase. This is the latest video game in Activision's James Bond franchise, and the game sounds very cool. As the name implies, the game is based on five different classic Bond movies. Read The Full Story

Xbox 360 dashboard update rolling out today

, Oct 16th 2012 Discuss [0]

The Xbox 360 dashboard hasn't received much of a redesign or update in a while -- not that it really needs one, but I'm sure a lot of gamers are wanting something new and fresh with a console that's over seven years old. However, Microsoft is rolling out a dashboard update today with some new features and more apps. Read The Full Story

Microsoft favoring real currency over Points system in Windows 8

, Oct 8th 2012 Discuss [0]

It looks like Microsoft won't have a lot of faith in its Microsoft Points payment system -- at least in Windows 8. The company plans to make credit cards its default payment method for buying and renting stuff in the Windows 8 store. However, you'll still be able to select Microsoft Points as a payment method if you choose. Read The Full Story
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