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Xbox One pre-order notification is live: here's where to sign up

# 2013-05-21 10:50:00, Engadget
How much? When? Where? Who cares? If you aren't exactly interested in knowing how much the impending Xbox One will cost you -- let alone when it'll actually hit your doorstep -- you can sign up to be notified of your opportunity to pre-order the console right now. To be clear, this isn't a sign-...

Will You Buy an Xbox One?

# 2013-05-21 10:28:18, Gizmodo
The Xbox One: a totally new control that listens to your voice, gives you an immersive TV watching experience, Skype while you're playing games, and major multitasking. From the looks of it, Microsoft's new console is a nice version of the entertainment future. But will you buy one? Read more...

Xbox One installs discs to the HDD, friends list capped at 1,000

# 2013-05-21 10:21:00, Engadget
The Xbox One's 50GB Blu-ray discs will automatically rip to your 500GB hard drive, Microsoft tells us, and it looks like you won't have to wait til they're done to get going. That's according to the Xbox One landing page on Xbox.com, spotted by our friends at Joystiq, which says, "With Xbox One,...

With the Xbox One, Microsoft’s vision for conquering the living room takes shape

# 2013-05-21 09:55:44, BGR: The Three Biggest Letters In Tech
It’s taken a while, but Microsoft’s big plan for conquering consumers’ living rooms is now finally coming together. For years, major tech companies have been obsessed with getting their software and applications onto television screens and have mostly employed a series of set-top boxes that ha...

Microsoft ends up “scroogling” itself by reading Skype messages

# 2013-05-21 09:54:19, Pocketables
Lots of people are sick of Microsoft’s “scroogled” campaign, which attempts to demonize Google’s long-standing practice of using automated machines to serve you targeted advertising based on your email. That’s why some Google fans have created the MicroShafted website that details some of ...

Xbox One event roundup: Microsoft reveals its next-gen gaming console

# 2013-05-21 09:28:00, Engadget
Will Microsoft's Xbox One be the one gaming console to purchase over the Wii U and PS4? That's a question we'll have to wait until later this year to answer, so let's stick to the present. Redmond made a huge showing across both the software and hardware fronts today, ensuring gamers will have l...

Xbox One will not play Xbox 360 games; used game policy still unclear

# 2013-05-21 09:20:24, BGR: The Three Biggest Letters In Tech
Bad news, Xbox fans: Your current collection of Xbox 360 games will not work on Microsoft’s new Xbox One, and the company’s used games policy is very unclear. The company finally took the wraps off its next-generation video game console on Tuesday and while there was plenty of good news to be ha...

Xbox One architecture panel liveblog!

# 2013-05-21 09:00:00, Engadget
We're not done from Redmond, folks. Microsoft's Major Nelson is hosting a panel of Xbox One architects, and we're going to bring it to you. Join us for the liveblog! Filed under: Gaming, Microsoft Comments

Relive the Xbox One unveiling with this video

# 2013-05-21 08:52:00, Engadget
Couldn't catch the live stream of Microsof't on-campus, in-tent Xbox One reveal event? And our liveblog simply wasn't enough to satisfy your hunger for more information, straight from Microsoft executives? We might call you crazy, but we'd rather just provide you a way to relive that experience ...

Good News! Xbox One (Kind of) Doesn't Require Internet Connection (Maybe)

# 2013-05-21 08:41:00, Gizmodo
Much to the dismay of practically everyone, rumors that the Xbox One would require a constant internet connection—and a good one, at that—had been running rampant. You can officially put those fears to rest, for the most part. Even though there was no official statement today, by all accounts, ...

Xbox One controller vs. Xbox 360 controller, fight!

# 2013-05-21 08:37:00, Engadget
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it" is as useful a phrase as it is folksy, and though the Xbox One is a complete reinvention compared to the Xbox 360, the controller is in many ways little changed. It's a bit more rounded, a bit softer to the touch and features redesigned trigger buttons with thei...

Microsoft Xbox One FAQ responds to always-on DRM, used games rumors

# 2013-05-21 08:33:00, Engadget
One of the more contentious rumors surrounding next-gen consoles has been potential changes to DRM and while Microsoft hasn't answered all our questions when it comes to the Xbox One, it took a few head on. The official FAQ starts off with the "always-on" DRM issue and also addresses used games,...

Hands-on with prototypes of the Xbox One and new Kinect sensor

# 2013-05-21 08:20:00, Engadget
We gasped our way through the liveblog. We brought you news of the specs and the software and everything else. But now it's time to take a deep dive into the Xbox One, Microsoft's next-gen console, and what it might mean for Earth's living rooms. Engadget was given exclusive access to the hallow...

Microsoft Confirms That The Xbox One Will Come With An Incredibly Sensitive New Kinect

# 2013-05-21 08:01:21, TechCrunch
The Xbox One was just unveiled at Microsoft's Redmond campus and, true to multiple reports that circulated before the official reveal, the new console will indeed come with a Kinect. And what a Kinect it is! The rumors of a vastly improved Kinect sensor array were right on the money -- this next-ge...

Building Xbox One: An inside look at Microsoft's play for the next generation of gaming

# 2013-05-21 08:00:00, Engadget
The engineers in Microsoft's windowless next-gen Xbox silicon lab are rattled. And understandably so. We're in their office, after all, and we have a mess of cameras in the one place you're not allowed to have cameras (or even cellphones). We're obviously outsiders on Microsoft's multi-building,...

Call of Duty: Ghosts DLC will launch first on Xbox One

# 2013-05-21 07:56:00, Engadget
Despite its multiplatform status, Call of Duty is almost synonymous with Xbox. It's no surprise then, that Microsoft's new platform, the Xbox One, will be the first next-gen system to digest Call of Duty: Ghosts' DLC. This isn't unprecedented, of course -- the Xbox 360 also boasted a first-out-t...

Microsoft lands NFL partnerships for Xbox One and the football field (video)

# 2013-05-21 07:53:00, Engadget
Microsoft is clearly determined to sew up some of the best content for the Xbox One: it just revealed a special, multi-year partnership with the NFL. The two are working on an optimized experience that better integrates fantasy football, including score displays, onscreen updates and Skype. They...

Xbox OneGuide brings HDMI in/out, overlays for live TV

# 2013-05-21 07:51:00, Engadget
Today Microsoft revealed the Xbox One, and confirmed rumors that its new game console is ready to take over as the heart of your home theater. The new box features HDMI in and out for passthrough with your cable or satellite box. It's even able to control connected devices with Kinect 2.0-detect...

Microsoft announces Halo live-action TV series created by 343 Industries and Steven Spielberg

# 2013-05-21 07:47:00, Engadget
The Xbox One is a big deal for consoles, but Microsoft just made a massive content announcement at today's reveal event -- a live-action Halo TV series. As if the existence of such a television show weren't enough, it turns out that 343 Industries is teaming up with renowned moviemaker Steven Sp...

Xbox Studios will release 15 exclusive One titles in the first year, eight new franchises

# 2013-05-21 07:45:00, Engadget
A number of launch titles have been mentioned at the Xbox One reveal event, but Microsoft Studios announced that it has more titles in development now than ever before. In fact, 15 exclusive Xbox One titles will launch in its first year and eight of those are brand-new franchises. Of course, we'...

Xbox One Could the Best Friend Your TV Ever Had

# 2013-05-21 07:44:00, Gizmodo
Xbox One is making TV watching awesome. It's an incredible multitasker that can do the things your regular old remote does better, along with voice and gesture controls. But that's just the beginning. Read more...

The New Xbox One Live Features Add Advanced Social Gaming Features That Could Lead To True MMORPG Ex...

# 2013-05-21 07:41:15, TechCrunch
While we don't have all of the details on the new Xbox Live features announced at today's Xbox One launch, it's clear that Microsoft is going all-in when it comes to social and multiplayer gaming. First, they are upping the number of dedicated servers for online play from 15,000 to 300,000 and nearl...

Max Payne creator Remedy Games crafting Quantum Break for Xbox One

# 2013-05-21 07:41:00, Engadget
The folks behind such games as the original Max Payne and Alan Wake are crafting a next-gen experience for the Xbox One in Quantum Break. The tease video we saw showed a young girl, in real life, with her parents -- she apparently sees through time, and is able to convey what she sees. She place...

A Look at How Microsoft Designed the Xbox of the Future

# 2013-05-21 07:40:06, Gizmodo
How do you build the next generation of an iconic gaming console—and controller? How do you create something that fans both recognize and are inspired by? Wired got some exclusive alone time with the people who brought Xbox One to life. If you like prototypes, you'll love this.Read more...

Forza Motorsport 5 coming to Xbox One at launch (update: video)

# 2013-05-21 07:40:00, Engadget
Phil Spencer just hopped on stage at Microsoft's Xbox Reveal event and has just unveiled Forza Motorsport 5 for the Xbox One. While there's no firm launch date for the console just yet, the next-gen racing title will arrive on launch day when Redmond's next gaming box arrives later this year. Mi...

Xbox One SmartGlass brings more control, content to companion devices

# 2013-05-21 07:38:00, Engadget
Microsoft's Xbox One is promising even more second-screen support than we saw on the Xbox 360. An improvement of the SmartGlass integration we've seen pop up on the Xbox 360, Microsoft says it can make your mobile device feel like it was "built" to work with your console. The current SmartGlass ...

EA shows first Xbox One games: FIFA, NBA Live, Madden and UFC

# 2013-05-21 07:32:00, Engadget
EA teased hours ago that FIFA 14 would be one of the first Xbox One games, but it just used Microsoft's event to unveil a considerably wider slate. FIFA 14, NBA Live 14, Madden 25 and EA Sports UFC are all coming to the new console within the next 12 months. All of them are using a new engine, E...

Microsoft debuts completely redesigned Kinect for Xbox One

# 2013-05-21 07:29:12, BGR: The Three Biggest Letters In Tech
Microsoft on Tuesday announced a redesigned Kinect motion sensor at its Xbox One press event in Redmond, Washington. The accessory comes bundled with the new gaming console and delivers faster performance, improved gestures and voice recognition, and more. The sensor will allow for gamers to use a v...

Microsoft updates Xbox Live to outfit Xbox One with 300,000 servers, game DVR and more

# 2013-05-21 07:26:00, Engadget
In addition to showing of its next-gen console, Microsoft also detailed changes that are coming to Xbox Live. The outfit has increased to 300,000 servers to power Xbox One users -- up from 15,000 that handle the Xbox 360. Skype and Trending features offer social interaction while the online soft...

Xbox One runs three operating systems, including cut-down Windows for apps

# 2013-05-21 07:26:00, Engadget
The latest update out of the currently unfolding announcement in Redmond: the next-generation Xbox will run three operating systems simultaneously. Complementing Windows 8 and RT on PCs and tablets, there'll be a third distinct version of Microsoft's operating system that has been pared down spe...