Tag : Microsoft
Sony Working on New Emulation Technology that will Allow Gamers to Play PS2 Titles on PS4
Sony is currently working on a new PlayStation 4 feature that could rival Microsoft's Backwards Compatibility. According to various reports, the new emulation feature allows gamers to run PlayStation 2 games on Sony's next-gen console. Microsoft Using ‘Minecraft’ to Teach Kids Coding
Microsoft is getting ready to launch a program that will teach kids how to code through its "Minecraft" game. The project is part of the upcoming Hour of Code annual event that aims to show that coding can be easily learned by everyone. Microsoft Not Worried About ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 3’s’ Timed-Exclusive Deal with Sony
An executive of Microsoft's Xbox division said that the company is not worried despite losing the timed-exclusive deal for "Call of Duty: Black Ops 3" to Sony. He believes the upcoming shooter will still perform well on the Xbox One even though its future DLCs will arrive early for the PlayStation 4… Microsoft Believes Xbox Exclusive ‘Tomb Raider’ Game Can Withstand Launch of New ‘Fallout’ Title
Microsoft is confident that the Xbox timed-exclusive title "Rise of the Tomb Raider" can stand up to the upcoming "Fallout 4," despite both games coming out on the same date. But, aside from going up against the latest installment from the "Fallout" series, the new "Tomb Raider" game is also caught … Developer Confirms ‘Burnout Paradise’ Coming to Xbox One
U.K.-based development studio Criterion Games has officially confirmed that "Burnout Paradise" will debut for the Xbox One console through Microsoft's backwards compatibility program. The studio, however, noted that the arrival of the racing game for Microsoft's next-gen gaming system still does not… This Week’s Lineup of Deals with Gold Games for Xbox 360 and Xbox One Unveiled
Microsoft has unveiled the discounted games that are featured for this week's Deals with Gold program. The discounts being offered by the tech giant for its avid Xbox One and Xbox 360 gamers range from 15 to 75 percent. Microsoft Exec Admits PS4’s Superiority; Promises to Improve Xbox One for Gamers
Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft's Xbox division, said that instead of worrying about competitors, the company will focus on improving its services and products for gamers. The executive made the statement after admitting that Sony's PlayStation 4 console is currently beating the Xbox One in term… Microsoft Confirms Latest Version of OS Will Hit Mobile Devices in December
Microsoft has announced that it will begin to roll out the Windows 10 mobile OS as an over-the-air update to eligible devices starting in December of this year. The tech giant made the confirmation through a Facebook post in response to users' queries about the upcoming firmware. Microsoft Officially Unveils Latest Laptop-Tablet Hybrid
Microsoft has officially introduced the latest flagship device from its Surface Pro line. Although the latest iteration looks a bit like the Surface Pro 3 at first glance, the new device sports a few notable changes and improvements. New Bundle Comes with Three Games Including ‘Gears of War: Ultimate Edition’ for $399
Microsoft has unveiled another discount deal for its Xbox One console. For the entire month of October, gamers can get their hands on a brand new gaming system with 1TB of hard drive space as well as three new games including "Rare Replay," "Ori and the Blind Forest" and "Gears of War: Ultimate Edit… Lineup of Free Games for Xbox’s Games with Gold for October 2015 Unveiled
Microsoft has unveiled next month's complete lineup of games that will be released for free for the Games with Gold program for Xbox One and Xbox 360 gamers. As part of the rules for the Games with Gold, only those with active Xbox Live Gold memberships will be able to access and play the free games Microsoft Office 2016 Goes Live; Features Skype for Business and Collaborative Editing
Microsoft has officially unveiled the new Microsoft Office for the Windows and Mac platforms. Dubbed as the Microsoft Office 2016, it comes with various new features to enhance the overall user experience. Lumia 550 Specs & Release Date: New Leaks Show Off Microsoft’s Budget-Friendly Smartphone
Images of Microsoft's Lumia 550 handset have leaked online. Based on its appearance and rumored specs, the device could be released by Microsoft as a budget-friendly smartphone. ‘Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn’ Features & Game Play: Microsoft Exec Explains Why Game Did Not Arrive for Xbox Consoles
Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft's Xbox brand, came forward to explain why "Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn" didn't, and probably will never, arrive for the Xbox One or Xbox 360 consoles. According to the executive, the consoles were snubbed primarily due developer Square Enix's business strate… Xbox Maker Predicts Major Price Cut for PlayStation Consoles in the U.S.
Microsoft, not Sony, predicted that the price of the PlayStation 4 console could drop even more in the U.S. before this year ends. This is according to Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft's Xbox division.