Laurent Giret
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Google reportedly to license Stadia Technology as "Google Stream"
Google is currently interested in licensing its cloud gaming technology under a new ‘Google Stream’ brand, and companies like Bungie and Peloton may be willing to bet on it. → Read More
Microsoft details what to expect from the Windows Insider Program this year
Amanda Langowski, the head of the Windows Insider Program penned a long blog post to detail what to expect from the program in 2022. → Read More
PSA: There won't be a new Windows 11 Dev Channel build until next week
The Windows Insider team announced that it won’t have a new build ready until next week, as the latest build candidate didn't meet the team's quality standards. → Read More
Nintendo opts for careful approach regarding acquisitions as the Switch cross 100 million sales
Nintendo announced today that sales of the Nintendo Switch have now crossed the 100 million milestone, with 103.54 million units sold since the launch of the handheld console back in 2017 → Read More
Sony has now shipped 17.3 million PlayStation 5 consoles despite supply issues
Sony has just announced that PlayStation 5 shipments have now crossed 17.3 million units as of December 31, 2021, but supply issues continue to be a problem for the company. → Read More
Why is Microsoft Teams not on Xbox? Blame Skype and Kinect
Bringing A Microsoft Teams app to Xbox consoles is not worth the effort for the company, which now sees very low usage for Skype and Kinect. → Read More
Microsoft Teams is getting a new Compact mode for chats
The Microsoft Teams desktop app is getting a new Compact mode that will let users see 50 percent more messages on their screen. → Read More
CrossfireX, Ark: Ultimate Survivor Edition are coming to Xbox Game Pass in February
Microsoft has just revealed the ten new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in February, and the headliner is the much-anticipated CrossfireX. → Read More
The US Federal Trade Commission will reportedly investigate Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal
The US Federal Trade Commission, which is known for its harder stance regarding acquisitions will reportedly investigate Microsoft's Activisiion Blizzard deal. → Read More
MLB The Show 22 is coming day one on Xbox Game Pass on April 5
MLB The Show 22, the latest episode in the popular baseball video games series will be available on Xbox Game Pass on its launch day, April 5. → Read More
Microsoft Lists adds support for personal Microsoft accounts in preview
Microsoft Lists, one of the company’s latest additions to the Microsoft 365 ecosystem is adding support for personal Microsoft accounts in preview today. → Read More
Microsoft designer says Windows 11 3D emoji are still being worked on
After teasing 3D emoji last year, a Microsoft designer confirmed that the company is still working on bringing 3D emoji to Windows 11. → Read More
Xbox may be working on new co-op game inspired by Capcom's Monster Hunter series
Microsoft may be working with developer Certain Affinity on an unannounced co-op game inspired by Capcom’s popular Monster Hunter series. → Read More
AdDuplex: Windows 11 reaches 16.1% market share in January
Windows 11 usage is growing steadily according to AdDuplex’s latest report for January 2022, which sees the new OS claim a 16.1% market share. → Read More
Windows 11 Insider build 22543 is out with Lock Screen and Snap Layout improvements
The Windows 11 Insider build 22543 introduces updated media controls on the Lock Screen and a smoother experience when resizing app windows in snap layouts. → Read More
Microsoft reveals February 2022 Games with Gold lineup
Microsoft has revealed today the new Games with Gold titles that will be free to grab for Xbox Live Gold subscribers next month. → Read More
Microsoft is making its Xbox subscription practices more transparent for consumers
Following an investigation from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Microsoft has agreed to change its Xbox subscription practices to increase transparency for consumers → Read More
Valve's Steam Deck handheld gaming device will start shipping on February 28
Valve’s Steam Deck, the company’s first handheld gaming device will start shipping on February 28 for customers who pre-ordered it. → Read More
Windows 11 Insiders on the Release Preview channel can now test Android apps
Microsoft is now letting Windows 11 Insiders on the Release Preview channel test Android apps, which have been available in preview on the Dev and Beta channel for a couple of months now. → Read More
Crusader Kings III is coming to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 on March 29, 2022
Crusader Kings III, the latest installment in the popular PC grand strategy RPG franchise is coming to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 consoles on March 29, 2022. → Read More