Gaming News
Xbox Section Removed from Costco Websites
Shoppers are baffled as the Xbox section vanishes from Costco's online platforms in the US and UK, raising questions about potential sales declines.
Gaming News
Former Blizzard President Criticizes Microsoft's Xbox Price Hikes
A stern critique of Microsoft's recent price increases for Xbox consoles was voiced by the former president of Blizzard Entertainment.
Operating Systems
Microsoft Resurrects DreamScene: Video Wallpapers Return to Windows
Microsoft is reviving its video wallpaper feature DreamScene, which was previously part of Windows Vista but was dropped in later releases. This new capability will allow users to choose video files as their desktop background in Windows 11.
Game News
Microsoft to Increase Prices for Xbox Consoles Again
Gamers in the US will face higher prices for Xbox consoles due to ongoing tariffs, with changes set to take effect soon.
AI
Microsoft's Gaming Copilot AI: A Promising Assistant or Just Bloatware?
Microsoft introduces its Gaming Copilot AI, but can it truly enhance the gaming experience or is it just a fancy search tool?
Operating Systems
Microsoft Paint's New Layered File Feature Enhances Project Handling
Microsoft has added a new feature to Paint allowing users to save projects as layered files, making the image editor more versatile and user-friendly.
Productivity
Microsoft's Copilot AI App to Be Installed Automatically with 365 Suite
Starting this October, Microsoft will install the Copilot AI app alongside its desktop versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, impacting personal user options.
Gaming
Rumors Suggest Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 May Launch on PS5
Recent rumors indicate that Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 might be the next Xbox exclusive to be made available on PlayStation 5, potentially expanding its player base.
Gaming Industry
Head of Elder Scrolls Online Studio Reflects on Microsoft’s Recent Layoffs: A Tough Time for the Team
The aftermath of Microsoft's severe layoffs impacted Zenimax Online Studios, raising emotional challenges for the team.
News
'Microsoft is akin to an arsonist profiting from selling firefighting services,' asserts US senator directing FTC to probe cybersecurity gaps, while Microsoft insists it has solutions
US Senator Ron Wyden brings attention to potential cybersecurity negligence at Microsoft, believing its outdated encryption practices are vulnerable to ransomware attacks.
Operating Systems
Microsoft Releases Windows 11 25H2 Update, But It's Mostly Unremarkable
Microsoft's annual Windows update is out, but it lacks any significant new features.
Operating Systems
Impending UK Court Case Could End Second-Hand Windows Licensing
The outcome of an ongoing UK court case between Microsoft and a software reseller could alter the landscape of the second-hand software market significantly.
News
Latency Issues Affect Microsoft Azure Services Due to Undersea Cable Damage
Microsoft's Azure Cloud services are currently experiencing latency problems as a result of damaged undersea cables in the Red Sea, impacting connectivity across the Middle East.
Gaming
Ex-Microsoft Engineer Reveals Pinball's Unexpected Frame Rate Craze on Windows NT
Dave Plummer shares an amusing story about how he accidentally optimized Pinball to run at an astonishing rate on Windows NT.
Game News
Potential for More Affordable ROG Xbox Ally Pricing
Reports indicate that discussions were held to reduce the costs of the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X models, but these negotiations did not succeed.
Operating Systems
Microsoft Revives the Source Code of Bill Gates' First Operating System
Microsoft has released the source code for a version of its first-ever operating system, emphasizing its significance in tech history.
Gaming
Ex-ZeniMax Developer Describes Canceled MMO as Extraordinary
A former developer from ZeniMax praises the potential of the recently canceled MMORPG known as Project BlackBird, sharing regrets over its shutdown.
Gaming Industry
Negotiations Fail to Save the Perfect Dark Reboot Amid Ownership Dispute
Attempts to save the Perfect Dark reboot collapse as Take-Two and Microsoft couldn't finalize IP ownership.
Gaming
Obsidian Asserts Independence in Creating The Outer Worlds 2 Despite Microsoft Oversight
Obsidian Entertainment's development of The Outer Worlds 2 continues, highlighting the irony of their situation under Microsoft while promising creative freedom.
Gaming
Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 with Stereo Bluetooth LE Audio for Gaming
Microsoft finally supports stereo audio for gaming on Windows 11, moving past the limitations of mono audio.
