Microsoft Xbox executive Shane Kim to retire after 19 yearsSeptember 15th, 2009 Xbox exec Shane Kim to retire after 19 yearsNEW YORK — Shane Kim, the Microsoft Corp. executive who oversaw the growth of its video game business from the original Xbox and through such hits as "Halo" and "Gears of War," is retiring after 19 years with the software maker.
Microsoft cutting price of high-end Xbox 360 by $100August 27th, 2009 Microsoft cutting price of high-end Xbox 360NEW YORK — Microsoft Corp. is slashing the price of the high-end Xbox 360 console by $100, matching Sony's $100 price cut for the PlayStation 3 last week.
Steven Spielberg unveils motion-control camera for Xbox 360 at E3June 1st, 2009 Spielberg unveils motion control for Xbox 360LOS ANGELES — Gamers, get ready for your close-up. Steven Spielberg was on hand to introduce a prototype camera Monday that can be used as a controller for the Xbox 360.
Microsoft, Sony take aim at gaming leader Nintendo at Electronic Entertainment ExpoJune 3rd, 2009 Microsoft, Sony take aim at Nintendo during E3LOS ANGELES — Both Microsoft and Sony debuted prototype motion controllers for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, while the only gadget that gaming leader Nintendo unveiled was a device that Wii users can use to check their pulse. "I wasn't surprised to see Microsoft and Sony copying Nintendo," said Forrester analyst Paul Jackson.
Microsoft X-box sold 30 Million Copies! Where are you PS3?May 29th, 2009 Microsoft's latest sales number for the game console now officially top 30 million worldwide which means the sales amount to be a whopping $14.5 billion across all Xbox 360 categories. The Xbox LIVE has seen a 136% increase in new members making a total of 20 million active members after the launch of New Xbox Experience last year.
Top 10 Differences Between Sony PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Xbox 360March 30th, 2009 Both PS3 and Xbox 360 come from two major brand names who are indisputable leaders in their own fields. Deciding and choosing one of them over another would be a biased act if you don't know about your need and as both of them has their pros and cons.
Microsoft proposes (Project Natal) but Sony PS 3 exposes the real motion controller first! Game on buddiesJune 3rd, 2009 The Game is on. After Microsoft demoed their Project Natal concept for Xbox 360, Sony showed off a real prototype of their motion controller which looks like a wand with a color changing ball on top.
Porsche Steering wheel for The Mad Gamers!November 4th, 2008 Are you a pro in racing games? More importantly are you looking forward to accessories that will make you absolutely unbeatable? Then Porsche Steering wheel for the Xbox 360 is for you. Its available in three different versions 911 Turbo S Edition, Clubsport Edition, and Pure Edition.
E3 2009 Round UpJune 5th, 2009 The Electronic Entertainment Expo, commonly known as E3 - the world's largest convention for video games - has ended this Thursday with a total of 40,000 attendees compared to about 5,000 over the past two years. We have to wait till June 15th to 17th, 2010 for the next E3 to be held at Los Angeles Convention Center.
Microsoft to launch two new bluetrack wireless mouse in JuneMay 20th, 2009 Microsoft has come out with yet another pair of wireless mice named Wireless Mobile Mouse 6000 and Wireless Mouse 5000. Mobile Mouse 6000 comes with Microsoft's first nano transceiver, which is just 0.8 cm larger than the USB port.
Microsoft 'Project Natal' will Make Current Game Controllers ObsoleteJune 2nd, 2009 At the E3 conference today, Microsoft stole the show with their "No Controller" Natal Project. Literally the project will make 'you' the controller as you see in some sci-fi movies.
60GB Xbox Live starter pack - Too Bad A Deal?October 29th, 2008 1. Three months of Live Gold
A wired headset and
A 60GB hard drive - that is what the new Xbox Live starter pack is gonna come up with. The price is $99 which already has got steep reactions like, is this a deal? , where is the discount part sonny and etc.
Startup Spawn Labs begins selling box for playing console video games on a laptopSeptember 14th, 2009 Startup lets you play console video games remotelySAN FRANCISCO — As any a video game aficionado knows, it's easy to pop a game into your Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 and spend hours working your way from one level to the next. Without the hefty console, though, you're out of luck if you want to keep blasting those aliens while away from home.
Use Your Original Nintendo Controllers on Wii with the new Komodo Retro AdapterMay 22nd, 2009 If you like to use your Nintendo Controller for classic games on Wii here is a nice way to do that. The Komodo Retro Adapter conects to the Wii via one of the Game Cube Ports and you can attach a choice of Nintendo Controllers to it including an NES, SNES and N64 Controller.
Microsoft's Narcissistic T-shirts Go For Sale from Laid Off Employeees!February 6th, 2009 After a massive layoff by Microsoft of nearly 1,400 employees, the Seattle Thrift Stores are filled with Microsoft t-Shirts more than ever. Its like the strangest jokes of all times.
Microsoft’s XBOX 360, the already award winning entertainment gaming experience, goes one step ahead with its new wireless controller and a very cool red and black interface. The time of launching has really been perfect as just before the holidays they are introducing cordless gaming experience upto 30 feet (as claimed) and with 25 hours of uninterrupted gaming once the recharchable battery is fully charged. Again, if the battery runs low, you are given ample warning about it so that you can save and then quit. Being a gamer I know, how important that is.
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March 30th, 2009 at 4:39 pm
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