Tag: microsoft
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Microsoft Announces Launch Date, Pricing, Subscription Plans for Next-Gen Xbox Consoles
Microsoft confirmed even more Xbox rumors today after it revealed pricing and launch info for its Xbox Series X and Series S game consoles. In short: The higher-end Series X will retail for $499, while the less-powerful Series S gets the previously announced $299 price tag. Both launch on November 10th and preorders start on…
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Xbox Leaks Point to $299 Launch Price for Cheaper Series S Console, $499 for Series X
Featured image: Thurrott.com Editor’s Note (09/08/20): Story has been updated to include further official confirmation from Microsoft about the Xbox Series S and its launch date of November 10th. The latest rumors surrounding Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox consoles offer what could be our first real look at the cheaper Series S, along with potential price points…
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Ex-Disney Exec Leaves TikTok, Walmart Teams Up with Microsoft for Potential Purchase
Kevin Mayer, a former Disney exec who took a leadership role in launching Disney+, has stepped down as CEO of TikTok. Mayer has been in the role for just three months. “In recent weeks, as the political environment has sharply changed, I have done significant reflection on what the corporate structural changes will require, and…
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Sony Now Accepting Registrations for Invite-Only PlayStation 5 Preorders
Specific launch details for next-generation game consoles from Microsoft and Sony have trickled out at a slow pace so far. Microsoft recently pinpointed a launch month (November), but no exact date or price for its Xbox Series X. Meanwhile, Sony’s latest move includes posting a registration page for early adopters to sign up for a…
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Sony Plans to Discuss PlayStation 5 Details in March 18 Video Stream
It’s certainly shaping up to be a big week for anyone interested in next-generation gaming consoles. Following quickly after Microsoft released details on its upcoming Xbox Series X console, Sony sent out a tweet today announcing a “deep dive” into its PlayStation 5. You can tune in at the company’s official blog on March 18th…
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For Cord Cutters Eyeing New TVs, Next-Gen Xbox Leverages High-Tech Features
This week, Microsoft offered some in the gaming press in-depth previews of its upcoming Xbox Series X games console. And while the focus is naturally on games, improved graphics, and fancy hardware, cord cutters may want to keep an eye on the console if they’re considering a new TV purchase in the near-future. The Xbox…
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T-Mobile and Microsoft Have Partnered for Project xCloud Game Streaming
Microsoft and T-Mobile will be teaming up for Project xCloud which will optimize mobile game streaming starting next month. “Mobile game streaming is the future and has the potential to unlock console-quality game play anywhere. I for one want to be at the forefront of that revolution driving it forward,” said Neville Ray, Chief Technology…
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Microsoft, Nokia, C Spire, & More Team Up to Promote Rural Broadband
Today C Spire, Airspan Networks, Microsoft, Nokia, and Siklu, announced a collaboration that will test and deploy a variety of broadband technologies in combination with a new service to promote broadband connectivity in rural America. This will combine efforts for both wired and wireless internet services that will help bring broadband internet to rural America. “Our…
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Comcast Just Made Cord Cutting Easier
Are you a Comcast customer with a lot of movies you purchased through their service? Worried about losing them when you cut the cord? Now Comcast has teamed up with Movies Anywhere to let move many of your movies and watch them on multiple devices. Now you can take your movies with you even if…
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Microsoft Plans to Bring Broadband Internet to 3 Million Rural Americans
Do you live in a rural area with limited internet options? Yesterday Microsoft announced plans to expand their wireless internet service to 3 million rural Americans over the next three years. Microsoft is hoping they can close the gap between urban American internet and rural American internet. “At Microsoft we believe this is an urgent…