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Microsoft Unveils 'Return of Xbox' with Cross-Compatible Console

New 'Project Helix' console will play both Xbox and PC games, countering claims Xbox is being 'sunsetted'

Microsoft Unveils 'Project Helix' as Next-Gen Xbox Console

New gaming chief Asha Sharma says the upcoming console will 'play your Xbox and PC games'

New York Sues Video Game Developer Valve Over 'Loot Box' Gambling

Attorney General alleges Valve's loot boxes violate state laws and threaten to addict children.

Anker Innovations Unveils Next-Generation Consumer Tech at MWC 2026

New products across charging, smart home, robotics and audio showcased at Mobile World Congress

Video Game Industry Leaders Commemorate Phil Spencer's Retirement

Over a dozen industry figures share stories and praise for the outgoing Xbox head as he enters retirement after 38 years at Microsoft.

New York Sues Video Game Developer Valve Over 'Loot Boxes'

Attorney General Letitia James alleges Valve's loot box system amounts to illegal gambling that threatens to addict children.

AR Menus Could Boost Restaurant Patronage

New research finds augmented reality menus can increase customer interest and positive word-of-mouth

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer Retires, Asha Sharma Takes Over Xbox

Major leadership shakeup at Microsoft's gaming division as Phil Spencer steps down after 38 years.

Xbox President Sarah Bond Resigns Amid Leadership Changes

Bond's departure follows the retirement of Xbox head Phil Spencer and the promotion of Asha Sharma to lead the gaming division.

Xbox CEO Phil Spencer Announces Retirement

President Sarah Bond also resigns as AI exec Asha Sharma takes over as new Xbox CEO

Steam Update Allows Users to Attach Hardware Specs to Reviews

The new feature aims to provide more context for game reviews.

Oceanhorn 3 Launches Exclusively on Apple Arcade

The highly anticipated new chapter in the popular action-RPG-adventure franchise arrives on March 5.

Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea launches March 5 on Apple Arcade

Pocket Love!+, Flow Free+, and Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story+ also arrive next month

Lancaster Hospital Offered Video Calls to Introduce Newborns in 1994

Before FaceTime, this was how families met new babies from afar.

LG's Award-Winning C5 OLED TV Delivers Stunning Super Bowl Viewing Experience

Tech reviewer raves about the TV's picture quality, contrast, and motion handling during the big game.

Microsoft's Next Xbox Rumored to Cost Around $1,000

The upcoming Xbox console is reportedly aiming for a more premium experience with PC-like capabilities.

1994 Video Phone Allowed New Moms to Virtually Meet Babies

Long before FaceTime, this early video tech helped new parents share their joy across the country.

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