While those of us who are interested in purchasing the device have to wait until "later this year", the pre-order page for the device is already live on Amazon.com and Microsoft Store online.
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Along with the announcement of the Xbox One, it appears the new console will not be able to play older Xbox 360 or Xbox Arcade games. Yes, this means everything you play on todays Xbox will not work... keep reading
During the next-gen Xbox reveal on the Xbox campus today, Microsoft revealed that the Xbox One will finally allow your TV to be truly personalized for once.
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With the announcement of the new Xbox One console, Kinect has undoubtedly also received an update. Kinect now supports a 1080p HD wide view sensor for Kinect games and video calling on Skype. This... keep reading
During the next-gen Xbox reveal on the Xbox campus today, Microsoft revealed that the Xbox One features an 'elegant design with raw power.'
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Microsoft, at the Xbox Reveal event has today revealed Skype for the Xbox One, which works in snap mode which was introduced with the Xbox One today.
The app works much like its Windows 8... keep reading
During the big Xbox reveal on the Xbox campus today, Microsoft revealed that the new Xbox is called "Xbox One." Microsoft even showcased the Xbox One's voice recognition capabilities during the... keep reading
Nokia recently revealed the Lumia 928 device, exclusive to Verizon, while featuring PureView imaging technology. Now, Microsoft has put up a new video advertisement showcasing the device and touting... keep reading
Microsoft has rolled out a new update to its Skype application for Linux users. Skype for Linux 4.2 addresses a few issues from the prior release, as well as increased the stability when logging in... keep reading
It is that time everyone. Microsoft is set to announce the next-gen Xbox in about one hour (10AM Pacific or 1PM Eastern, May 21st) and we have your live stream right here.
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In an official blog post, Microsoft has revealed some interesting statistics when it comes to gaming. Microsoft is obviously excited, and so are we, about the launch of the next gen Xbox console set... keep reading
Microsoft has already implemented a picture password feature in Windows 8, allowing users to pick a picture and draw on it to unlock their computer. This method adds a more personal touch to Windows... keep reading
Unable to watch tomorrow's (May 21st) big next-gen Xbox reveal? Have no fear! Microsoft has released an official app for Windows Phone 8 that lets you stream tomorrows Xbox Next event and you can... keep reading
In partnership with Stack Overflow, a contest has been taking place offering winners a chance to visit the sold-out Build 2013 developer conference, or win a Surface Pro or even an Office 365... keep reading
For those who recall, Nokia switched to Microsoft's Windows Phone platform back in 2011 and had shut down its MeeGo software team as a result. Now, that team is back from the dead with a new... keep reading
Microsoft has apparently filed for a patent that allows you to control your smartphone's camera by using your voice. For example, one can state a command such as "Camera, take photo" and the... keep reading
Microsoft has recently updated the official Microsoft Store app for Windows Phone, bumping the version number to v2.02 and adding support for specialty stores and other minor bug fixes. But on top... keep reading
Microsoft has uploaded a short video tutorial showcasing Windows 8 for those who are new to the operating system. For those of you who have been using Windows 8 for a while, this video pretty much... keep reading
Microsoft recently released a UEFI firmware update that enhances the Surface RT speaker volume and improves system stability, as part of May 2013 Patch Tuesday. Unfortunately, this update is giving... keep reading
During a an earnings conference call, Dell CFO Brian Gladden are just now upgrading to Windows 7, an operating system that is nearly four years old. Thanks to this, Dell has seen an increase in PC... keep reading
Microsoft has launched a new blog for its Xbox platform, called Xbox Wire. Before the launch of this new blog, Microsoft has used Xbox’s Director of Xbox Live Larry Hyrb and his blog called Major... keep reading
While everyone eagerly awaits for Windows Blue, an update for Windows 8 and Windows RT, as well as the upcoming next-gen Xbox reveal, Microsoft is working on an update for Xbox 360 owners. Microsoft... keep reading
Microsoft's latest 30 second video commercial for its Surface RT product is not quite the same as the first video advertisement that was showcased when the device launched. In this new video,... keep reading
Want to be a developer at Bing? Microsoft is apparently offering a job to Internet Explorer users who visit Bing.com with their browser debug settings enabled.
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For the past few weeks, we have been working hard on the next WinBeta.org design. Our goal is to create a cleaner experience that places content first. But, for the first time, we are going to have... keep reading
Back in 2007, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates was the richest man in the world. He lost that title to Carlos Slim, who has holdings in telecommunications, minings, and other businesses. Gates has... keep reading
Microsoft's Xbox 360 entertainment console remains the top-selling gaming console in the United States for another month, marking 28 consecutive months of success for the company. This trend of... keep reading
For those of you in Europe who are eagerly awaiting to get your hands on your very own Surface Pro device, you won't have to wait much longer. Microsoft has revealed the exact dates on when the... keep reading
An internal Scoogled ad from Microsoft has leaked online today, revealing that Microsoft has plans to take a jab at Google Chrome's 'Now Everywhere' feature. The leaked ad is very similar to the... keep reading
According to a new report, Microsoft is set to announce its next-gen Surface RT tablet this June, for a price tag between $249 and $299. On top of that, the next-gen Surface RT will feature an 8... keep reading
Those of you in Australia eagerly waiting for the Surface Pro to arrive, there is finally some great news. In just two weeks, on May 30th, Microsoft will make available its flagship Surface Pro... keep reading
Rovio’s Angry Birds Rio, a popular gaming title, has finally arrived on the Windows Phone platform. Available for both Windows Phone 7.5 and Windows Phone 8, one can easily snag this game for a... keep reading
Last week, Microsoft announced the availability of the updated YouTube app for Windows Phone 8, which featured a complete redesign as well as the ability to skip ads and download videos. We all knew... keep reading
According to a new report, Microsoft is killing off its Xbox Points system for cash and gift cards. The Xbox Points system has been used mainly for the Xbox console, but this new system involving... keep reading
As the United Kingdom awaits the launch of Microsoft's flagship Surface Pro device, Microsoft is offering a deal for those who wish to purchase a Surface RT. Microsoft is offering a free Touch or... keep reading
It appears that one Windows RT based tablet from Dell has dropped in price, possibly due to a lack of demand for Windows RT tablets. Dell's XPS 10 RT tablet is now priced at $299.99, down from its... keep reading
There are several choices out there for those who wish to bring back the Start button/menu for Windows 8, even though it is rumored that Microsoft will be bringint it back with the upcoming Windows... keep reading
Have you ever been in a situation where you either lose your files, erase them permanently on accident, or find your hard drive fried? Microsoft knows what you have gone through. In a new video... keep reading
Finally, we have an official name, and an official date for the Windows 8.1 Preview. It's set to launch on June 26th and will be available as a FREE download from the Windows Store for all Windows 8... keep reading
During the past several months, the internet has been flooded with speculation about Windows Blue (now known as Windows 8.1). When will it come? Will it be free? What will it contain? Now, Microsoft... keep reading
