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Next Xbox One update will address parties

By Andrew Yoon, Jan 09, 2014 1:00pm PST

While the new Xbox One Dashboard does a lot of things right, some things aren't quite as easy to access as they were on Xbox 360. Primarily, parties. That's going to be one of the big focuses for the next system update from Microsoft.

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"I just want someone from Microsoft who can speak to the press without saying the word EXPERIENCE ..."

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Xbox Games with Gold for January: Sleeping Dogs and Lara Croft

By Andrew Yoon, Dec 30, 2013 9:45am PST

Microsoft has announced its next two "Games with Gold" offerings for

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""it's yours to keep whether you continue your Gold subscription or not." Oh damn. So PSN with ..."

- iamcuddles see all 21 comments

Xbox One indie games expected to launch around March

By Andrew Yoon, Dec 16, 2013 2:30pm PST

Although Sony has taken the lead in courting smaller developers this generation, Microsoft's ID@Xbox program has been winning back indies. The fruits of their labors will be seen starting March.

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World of Tanks Xbox 360 goes open beta this weekend

By Andrew Yoon, Dec 13, 2013 2:30pm PST

World of Tanks is nearly ready for release on Xbox 360. But before Wargaming's free-to-play action game goes fully live, they need to do one more beta.

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"This game is awesome. Been playing for months and is about the most addictive a game gets. "

- Kartman013 see all 4 comments

Report: Intelligence agencies spied on Xbox Live, World of Warcraft, and Second Life

By Steve Watts, Dec 09, 2013 8:15am PST

A set of documents leaked by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden reveal that intelligence agencies like the NSA and British GCHQ created characters and obtained communications data on Xbox Live, World of Warcraft, and Second Life to keep tabs on possible terrorist and crimi...

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"I think the guy who had to pull duty on Second Life had it worse. On a related note, I'm going ..."

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Over 30 developers signed up to make indie games on Xbox One

By Andrew Yoon, Dec 04, 2013 10:00am PST

Microsoft has been aggressively pursuing indie talent through its ID@Xbox program. Today, Microsoft revealed exactly who's on board. Unsurprisingly, there are some big names interested in self-publishing on Xbox One.

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"And Crytek and Double Fine have had no outside funding? You guys are delusional..."

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Xbox Live goes down on eve of Xbox One launch

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 21, 2013 3:55pm PST

With just a few hours to go before Xbox One officially launches, it appears Xbox Live service has gone down. At the time of publishing, the...

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"its almost like they had these things that look like boxes and can connect to the internet to ..."

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Xbox One SmartGlass app now available to download

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 19, 2013 2:40pm PST

Xbox One may not be available until this Friday, but that doesn't mean you can't pretend to own one. You can get your mind and body ready for...

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"Psh, typing in your codes at all was so last gen. Kinect will scan them for you now! But yea, ..."

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Bing for Xbox One promises to be more 'conversational'

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 19, 2013 2:15pm PST

Major Nelson believes you'll use Bing on Xbox One because it's far more "conversational" than before. It'll be particularly helpful if you're looking for certain media--say, "romantic comedies starring Julia Roberts."

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"I used to love him on Just Shoot Me. He didn't get enough screen time."

- AxeMan808 see all 13 comments

Free Games with Gold coming to Xbox One in 2014

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 14, 2013 11:50am PST

Microsoft's Games with Gold program is coming to Xbox One. Currently available to Gold subscribers on Xbox 360, the program offers two free downloadable games every month.

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"Thank you Linday for coming to give us news of wonderful employment opportunities. I am sure no ..."

- Dolemite see all 10 comments

Cloud-based streaming of Xbox games too 'problematic'

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 08, 2013 3:00pm PST

"It's really cool and really problematic, all at the same time, insofar as it's really super cool if you happen to have the world's most awesome internet connection," Microsoft said of cloud-based streaming of games.

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"Anyone who thinks that replication of 3D processing is possible with this is fooling themselves, ..."

- Mr Milquetoast see all 11 comments

Yes, you can get achievements for watching TV on Xbox One

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 08, 2013 5:00am PST

Yes, you'll be able to unlock an achievement for watching TV with Xbox One.

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"ROFL now this is funny. They should add a prosthetic arm to the side so it can high five you ..."

- bloodreviara see all 34 comments

Xbox One video explains why it's 'all-in-one'

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 08, 2013 4:00am PST

What can you do with your Xbox One? A new video from Microsoft finally goes over what you can do with the OS.

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"Game suspension won't work through sleep mode at launch, but the PS4 is still fully ..."

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Xbox One entertainment apps detailed

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 08, 2013 3:00am PST

For many, a console's ability to stream entertainment apps is just as important as the ability to play games. PS4 already has a number of apps...

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"I hope it is not a casualty of the MS/Google pissing match they've had as of late."

- Dolemite see all 6 comments

Xbox Music will offer 15 song trial on Xbox One

By Andrew Yoon, Nov 06, 2013 11:30am PST

One way you'll be able to stream music to your Xbox One is through Xbox Music, Microsoft's music streaming service. And while the PC version does offer a free ad-supported option, Xbox One won't support that feature.

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"Ya it boggles the mind to think you cannot play an mp3 on a next gen box, wtf... it's such an ..."

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