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technology1 month ago•1 min saved

Xbox Price Surge Goes Global, Upping Costs in US, Europe, and UK

Microsoft has rolled out widespread Xbox price increases effective August 1, pushing US prices up by $100 on the 512GB Series S and $150 on 1TB models, with 2TB variants discontinued. In Europe, the 512GB Series S jumps to €500 and the 1TB Series S to €600, while the Series X editions rise to €750 (digital) and €800 (disc); in the UK, the 512GB S is £430 and the 1TB disc X is £670. The move follows prior 2025 hikes; Microsoft cites higher storage/memory costs and tariff refunds are due, though no consumer refunds are announced yet. Ongoing AI-driven shortages and a report that Microsoft lost about $150 per console are noted, with potential further hikes discussed for 2027. Microsoft is offering Buy Now, Pay Later and refurbished options; PS5 price hikes occurred in April and Switch 2 is set for September pricing.

via GameSpot|

#console-pricing #price-hike #series-x

gaming3 months ago•82 min saved

Xbox Reassesses Helix as Costs Rise and Supply Strains

Xbox says demand for the Series X|S consoles exceeds supply and rising production costs are forcing a rethink of Project Helix, the planned next‑gen console. Helix is described as a premium PC/console hybrid intended to be affordable and flexible to address a roughly 2–2.5 year crisis, with the company aiming to avoid exclusionary pricing as it adapts to market pressures.

via Windows Central|

#gaming #helix #project-helix

gaming4 months ago•11 min saved

Xbox Pledges Gen9 Comeback with First-Class Experience and Biweekly Updates

Xbox boss Asha Sharma says Gen9 will be treated as a first-class experience again, with a dedicated team delivering regular console features and updates to improve performance and the platform experience across Series X|S. The company plans biweekly console updates through 2026 as part of a broader Xbox OS reinvestment and Project Helix, aiming for growth in 2027 and a stronger emphasis on daily active players.

via Pure Xbox|

#asha-sharma #console-updates #gaming

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rumored All-Digital White Xbox Series X Set for 2024 Launch"

Microsoft is reportedly planning to release a cheaper all-digital white Xbox Series X between June and July this year, featuring 1TB storage, an improved heatsink, and an upgraded Nexus card, with no disc drive and a potential $50 to $100 price reduction compared to the current Xbox Series X. While leaks suggest this new variant, it's advisable to await official confirmation from Microsoft, which is expected to discuss new Xbox hardware around December.

via TrueAchievements|

#all-digital #gaming #microsoft

gaming3 years ago•6 min saved

Xbox's Leaked Controller Addresses Series X's Underwhelming Aspect

A leaked Xbox controller, codenamed Sebile, has the potential to fix the underwhelming aspect of the Xbox Series X. The controller includes features like cloud compatibility, haptic feedback, modular thumbsticks, and direct-to-cloud support, making it stand out from the competition. Other improvements include a rechargeable and swappable battery, accelerometer gyro support, and a lift-to-wake feature. If the leaked features are accurate, the Sebile controller could bring back the creativity and innovation that Microsoft's controllers have been lacking in recent generations.

via Digital Trends|

#controller #gaming #innovation

technology3 years ago•3 min saved

Apple Watch X Hype: Avoiding the Mistake of 8 Years Ago

Apple Watch Series 9 is expected to have improved battery life and a potential new pink color, while rumors about the 2024 Apple Watch X are stealing the spotlight with reports of blood pressure monitoring and design tweaks. However, wrist-worn blood pressure monitoring is still a challenging technology to develop, and it may not be a replacement for traditional measurements from a cuff. While the Series 9 upgrades are exciting, it's best to wait for official announcements from Apple before making a decision.

via CNET|

#apple-watch #blood-pressure-monitoring #rumors