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Report: Microsoft’s Xbox-Like Set-Top Box Is Coming Next Year

The Verge reports today that Microsoft will release a set-top box next year alongside its next generation Xbox. The “Xbox TV” will deliver the popular Xbox Live streaming entertainment services currently available on the Xbox as well as some basic gaming. In other words, it’ll bring you streaming videos and Angry Birds but not Call of Duty.


Yes, Microsoft Paid To Make This Terrible Xbox Live Ad 10 Years Ago

Once upon a time, online console gaming was a novel thing. And a singular, cohesive, online community built around a console was downright mindblowing. Enter Xbox Live, which turns 10 this week.


Get Internet Explorer For Xbox Before Anyone Else [Updated]

Major Nelson just announced that Microsoft is accepting beta testers for the next version of Xbox Live which includes new features like Internet Explorer for Xbox, better search and discovery, an updated dashboard and more. Here’s how to get it.

Update: Aaaaaaand it’s closed. Sorry about that, readers.

If you’re interested and of course you are, you can sign up right here. It’s that easy. [Major Nelson]


Is Microsoft Killing Zune And Windows Live Apps In Windows 8?

Microsoft Zune and Windows Live apps may not be included in the upcoming preview of Windows 8 — at least not the way we’re used to seeing them. Though the brands and apps will be gone, their functionality will be included in other parts of the OS.


This Was The Xbox Problem. Here Is The Solution.

No one ever thinks they will be the victim of a phishing scam or account hacking until it finally happens to them. A hacked Xbox LIVE account is an inconvenience at the very least, but how bad can it get and what should you do if you’re a victim? Read more to find out.


Lunchtime Deal: 14 Month Xbox Live Subscription For $50

Only suckers pay RRP for Xbox Live. Or so a commenter told me the other day, anyway… So why not take advantage of this deal – 14 months of Gold Xbox Live for just $50. It’s a Gears of War 3 promotion, but doesn’t require the game in order for you to take advantage of the great price (although if you haven’t played it yet, you should probably give it a go… [GameCard via OzBargain]


My Xbox Live iOS App Is Surprisingly Official

Ever since Windows Phone 7 launched with Xbox Live integration, our hopes for an official Xbox Live app for iOS died a miserably lonely death. But it was all in vain, because Microsoft this morning snuck out an official iOS app for Xbox Live users.


Microsoft Needs More On Xbox Live For Windows Phone 7

Windows Phone 7 – it’s the platform we hate to love. Why? Because despite being a fantastic example of what Redmond can achieve when it innovates, it’s been let down by slow reaction times and average hardware. And while the partnership with Nokia will help on the hardware front, the slow reaction times are still hanging around, as exemplified by Xbox Live.


Xbox Live Users Are Being Hacked For Virtual FIFA Gear

Xbox Live users are under attack on two levels: hackers are targeting them at an alarming rate and using their MS points on FIFA ’11 and ’12 in-game gear; and Microsoft is then shutting down their accounts to investigate for up to 25 days.


Windows Phone Will Soon Get Xbox Live TV-Controlling Powers

Coupled with the news that the Xbox 360 is getting TV (including in Australia), WP7 Phones will join in with a new Xbox Companion app. Everything you’ll want to watch will be controllable right from your smartphone.


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