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AMD further details next-generation devices partnership with Microsoft
Published in Gaming


AMD's CEO, Dr. Lisa Su, releases a brief video statement

Following the Microsoft announcement detailing an expanded partnership with AMD to make next-generation devices, AMD has now released a short video statement, giving more details about the extent of that partnership.

AMD gets the Xbox gig
Published in Gaming
Wednesday, 18 June 2025 11:25

AMD gets the Xbox gig


Next-gen Xbox could get a Windows makeover

AMD and Microsoft have joined forces to cook up the next generation of Xbox consoles, but the latest teaser video suggests this time it might not just be about silicon.

Microsoft's new Xbox handhelds aim at the Switch and Steam Deck
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Takes aim at the portable gaming throne with Windows 

Microsoft just waded into handheld gaming with both feet, taking direct aim at the Nintendo Switch 2 and Valve’s Steam Deck.

Apple blocking Microsoft's Xbox store attempts
Published in Mobiles


Vole backs Epic in its scrap with the Fruity Cargo Cult

The software king of the world Microsoft has complained to a court that the fruity cargo cult Apple has been doing its best to stop it launching an Xbox-branded mobile game store.

Qualcomm listing sparks Xbox on Arm rumours
Published in Gaming


Next-gen Xbox won’t dump AMD for Snapdragon just yet

Speculation's swirling after a Qualcomm job listing hinted that Xbox might be dabbling with Snapdragon silicon. But insiders reckon you can stop panicking about your game library just yet, the next-gen Xbox isn't going Arm-native.

Xbox buttoned up in black
Published in Gaming
Wednesday, 07 May 2025 12:54

Xbox buttoned up in black


Two versions, one secret handshake with Vole

Images from certification agencies have prematurely unboxed the Asus ROG Ally 2. The surprise is that one of them appears to be Vole's long-rumoured Xbox handheld.

Vole eyes further gaming acquisitions
Published in Gaming
Thursday, 14 November 2024 10:04

Vole eyes further gaming acquisitions


New devices a few years off

Software King of the World Microsoft’s video-gaming Tsar, Phil Spencer, is still exploring acquisitions and strategies to stay competitive in the handheld game devices and mobile stores market despite a challenging year.

Vole sees a boost in software gaming revenues
Published in News
Thursday, 31 October 2024 09:44

Vole sees a boost in software gaming revenues


Hardware declines

Software King of the world, Microsoft, has released its first quarter 2025 earnings, revealing a significant rise in software gaming revenues despite declining Xbox hardware sales.

Three new enhanced Xboxes out
Published in Gaming
Wednesday, 16 October 2024 11:03

Three new enhanced Xboxes out


New 6 nm chips, and reduced energy consumption

Software king of the world, Microsoft, has launched three new Xbox consoles: the special edition 2 TB Xbox Series X, the disk-less white 1 TB Xbox Series X, and the 1 TB Xbox Series S.

Microsoft schedules next Xbox Partner Preview for October 17
Published in Gaming


Remedy Entertainment, Sega, 505 Games, and many more

Microsoft and Xbox have scheduled the next Xbox Partner Preview, promising some great game announcements and updates from partners like Remedy Entertainment, Sega, 505 Games, and others.