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Microsoft Denies Cloud Controller Cancellation as Xbox Gaming Service Faces Hardware and Access Restrictions
technology7 days ago

Microsoft Denies Cloud Controller Cancellation as Xbox Gaming Service Faces Hardware and Access Restrictions

Microsoft is facing a series of setbacks regarding its cloud gaming strategy, including the discontinuation of support for older Samsung TVs and new usage caps for subscribers. While The New York Times claims a dedicated cloud controller was canceled due to regulatory pressures from the Activision Blizzard acquisition, Microsoft denies this, stating the project remains in development. These developments follow a broader shift away from unlimited cloud access, driven by high infrastructure costs and AI-driven resource demands.

via GameSpot|
#activision-blizzard#game-pass#microsoft
Xbox Cloud Gaming Retreats: Samsung TV Support Ends as Service Costs Mount
gaming8 days ago

Xbox Cloud Gaming Retreats: Samsung TV Support Ends as Service Costs Mount

Microsoft is ending Xbox Cloud Gaming support for 2020 Samsung Smart TVs on November 3, 2026, citing compatibility issues with the TV operating system. This move coincides with new monthly hour caps for Game Pass subscribers and a broader strategic retreat from the 'everything is an Xbox' cloud-first vision. While Microsoft denies abandoning its cloud controller project, critics argue these changes signal a shift away from unlimited cloud access due to high infrastructure costs and regulatory pressures from the Activision Blizzard acquisition.

via TrueAchievements|
#cloud-controller#game-pass#gaming
Xbox Cloud Gaming Retreats as Microsoft Scrubs Samsung Support and Caps Playtime
technology8 days ago

Xbox Cloud Gaming Retreats as Microsoft Scrubs Samsung Support and Caps Playtime

Microsoft is scaling back its cloud gaming ambitions, ending support for 2020 Samsung TVs in November and capping Game Pass Ultimate streaming at 15 hours weekly. While a dedicated cloud controller remains in development, the service faces criticism for poor value and technical limitations, signaling a shift away from its previous 'everything is an Xbox' strategy.

via Kotaku|
#activision-blizzard#game-pass#microsoft
Samsung to Integrate Google Photos into TVs by 2026
technology9 months ago

Samsung to Integrate Google Photos into TVs by 2026

Samsung plans to integrate Google Photos into its TVs starting in early 2026, initially offering exclusive 'Memories' features for six months, with broader support expected later. This partnership aims to deeply embed Google Photos into the TV experience, similar to existing Google TV integrations, enhancing user access to personalized photo content and AI-driven features.

via 9to5Google|
#2026#google-photos#integration
Microsoft’s Copilot AI Now Embedded in Samsung TVs and Monitors
technology1 year ago

Microsoft’s Copilot AI Now Embedded in Samsung TVs and Monitors

Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant is now integrated into Samsung’s 2025 lineup of TVs and smart monitors, offering features like movie suggestions, episode recaps, and general questions through a friendly, animated presence that can be accessed via voice or remote control. The AI can personalize experiences when signed in and is available on various Samsung models, with plans to expand to LG TVs.

via The Verge|
#ai-assistant#copilot-ai#microsoft