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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.