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Chinese games giant Tencent one of several partners helping to roll out new OS in the East
Read More »Interview: ID@Xbox’s Agostino Simonetta on Microsoft’s evolving indie strategy
The ID@Xbox account manager discusses Windows 10, working with publishers and the new Xbox Live SDK
Read More »No subscription fees Xbox Live on Windows 10
Microsoft has said that it will not lock the Windows 10 Xbox Live app behind a Gold subscription paywall. The confirmation came from Major Nelson on Twitter, who told a fan that: Xbox Live Gold will not be required for online multiplayer gaming using our service on Windows 10 PCs …
Read More »Windows 10 can edit Xbox One video footage
The integration between Windows 10 and Xbox brings many benefits, and those who stream or watch video will not be left out. The Verge reports that the OS will include a number of features that will tap into the booming video sector. Windows 10 allows users to access their Xbox …
Read More »Microsoft confirms Xbox One and Windows 10 cross-buy
Windows 10’s foray into gaming has taken another step with the confirmation that Microsoft will offer cross-buy with Xbox One. The system will work in much the same way as it does on PSN, where some games allow buyers to purchase the game on one system (either PS4, PS3 or …
Read More »Xbox One could become dev kit this year
Microsoft to detail plans for console apps in April
Read More »Microsoft turning Xbox One consoles into dev kits this year – report
Microsoft will reportedly turn retail Xbox One hardware into development kits and open up app creation to all developers. Sources said to be familiar with Microsoft’s plans have tipped The Verge that the company will detail its strategy in April – during its upcoming developer-focused Build conference. The report adds …
Read More »Windows 10: ‘Microsoft’s aggressive bid to bridge PC and console’
IHS analyst and director of the firm’s games department Piers Harding Rolls shares his view on Microsoft’s newly unveiled video games plans for Windows 10 Microsoft holds a unique platform role and is best positioned to bridge the community divide between core PC and console gamers. With the ambition to …
Read More »Raspberry Pi sells 4.5m units, approaching UK sales record
Raspberry Pi is positioned to become the bestselling UK-made computer of all time, according to a new BBC report. Ahead of Raspberry Pi 2’s launch later this month, founder Ebon Upton tells BBC that lifetime sales for Raspberry Pi have reached 4.5m – just 500,000 shy of overtaking the ZX …
Read More »Windows 10 free for Raspberry Pi 2
Those who sign up to Microsoft's Windows Developer Program for the Internet of Things will also get access to tools and services at no charge
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