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Asha Sharma Takes Charge Of Xbox

Asha Sharma Takes Charge Of Xbox

Rediff.com3 days ago

Microsoft on Friday named Indian-origin Asha Sharma Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming, handing her control of the Xbox business.

The Microsoft Xbox One S is great, but...

The Microsoft Xbox One S is great, but...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Is it cutting-edge enough?

Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming in India

Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming in India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

Microsoft Entertainment and Devices Division on Tuesday launched Xbox 360 that, it claimed, would expose Indian videogame players to next generation gaming experience.\n\n

Zynga, seeking salvation, names Microsoft Xbox head as CEO

Zynga, seeking salvation, names Microsoft Xbox head as CEO

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

He replaces Mark Pincus, the founder of the company.

XBox to launch 'Cricket 2007'

XBox to launch 'Cricket 2007'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

Video game lovers have a busy summer ahead with Microsoft XBox 360 preparing to launch a slew of games in the next couple of months starting with 'Yuvraj Singh International Cricket 2007' on March 27.

Microsoft unveils Xbox One with Spielberg

Microsoft unveils Xbox One with Spielberg

Rediff.com22 May 2013

It's the first new gaming console in eight years.

5-year-old outsmarts Microsoft, discovers Xbox security flaw

5-year-old outsmarts Microsoft, discovers Xbox security flaw

Rediff.com8 Apr 2014

Kristoffer Von Hassel of San Diego has discovered a back door in to Xbox live, making the smartest guys at Microsoft pay attention.

Microsoft unveils Xbox in China after 14 years ban

Microsoft unveils Xbox in China after 14 years ban

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

The Microsoft move comes as it faced anti-monopoly probe.

The disadvantage with Xbox One X is...

The disadvantage with Xbox One X is...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

Despite its 4k and multimedia capabilities, there were other glitches, says Abhik Sen.

HP Victus 15 Launches: AI-Powered Gaming Beast

HP Victus 15 Launches: AI-Powered Gaming Beast

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The laptop comes with a 3-month complimentary Xbox Game Pass and a Microsoft Office 2024 lifetime subscription.

The Nintendo Wii: A touch of magic

The Nintendo Wii: A touch of magic

Rediff.com26 Mar 2009

A look at the Nintendo Wii and few of the best games that you can play on it.

Multi-million dollar pay package to Zynga's new CEO

Multi-million dollar pay package to Zynga's new CEO

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Don Mattrick helped turn the Xbox business into a profitable venture after years of operating losses.

The 6 most EXCITING gadgets in 2020

The 6 most EXCITING gadgets in 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

From OnePlus' Concept One smartphone to the Microsoft Xbox Series X, Khalid Anzar lists the top 6 gadgets we can look forward to in 2020.

Sony out to entice Indian gamers

Sony out to entice Indian gamers

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

Sony Computer Entertainment, an arm of Sony Pictures, is planning to increase its console-based business in India.The company - responsible for the distribution, marketing and sales of PlayStation - opened its India office four months back and is now getting its strategy in place to offer variety and a better experience to gamers.

Nintendo's Wii is a revolution

Nintendo's Wii is a revolution

Rediff.com18 Nov 2006

With a controller that physically gets you into the game, Nintendo's new console looks to upstage the pricier PlayStation 3.

Gadget shopping? 10 must-haves

Gadget shopping? 10 must-haves

Rediff.com8 Sep 2009

These snazzy gizmos are a must for any tech freak!

Console gaming takes an Indian twist

Console gaming takes an Indian twist

Rediff.com25 May 2009

Sony is hopeful of growing the fledgling Rs 410 crore console gaming industry in India with games that will be developed in India and will be essentially based on Indian storylines. The journey has begun with the launch of the first India developed game for the PS2 platform, Hanuman: Boy Warrior, which is based on the hit Indian animation film Hanuman.

Beware: Video gaming can cause injury

Beware: Video gaming can cause injury

Rediff.com15 Dec 2006

Nintendo's new gaming console is giving gamers bruises and cuts apart from pushing them to break their living room lights and TVs.

PlayStation 3 @ Rs 39,990 is here!

PlayStation 3 @ Rs 39,990 is here!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2007

Sony's price logic has come under the scanner as its nearest competitor, the Microsoft Xbox 360, is available at price variants of Rs 27,750 and Rs 19,990.

Console gaming storms Indian homes

Console gaming storms Indian homes

Rediff.com16 Jan 2007

Nasscom estimates the Indian gaming market will grow at an astounding 78 per cent (compounded annually) to cross $300 million by 2009.

Gaming's FUTURE: PlayStation 4 vs Xbox One

Gaming's FUTURE: PlayStation 4 vs Xbox One

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

The line between realism and games is further crumbling as these consoles become more powerful.

Microsoft carefully dismantles Ballmer legacy

Microsoft carefully dismantles Ballmer legacy

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The careful dismantling of Steve Ballmer's legacy is moving apace. Microsoft just announced 18,000 job cuts, more than two-thirds of which relate to Nokia, the handset maker the former boss bought for $7.2 billion.

Microsoft takes on Sony on the racing track

Microsoft takes on Sony on the racing track

Rediff.com4 Nov 2012

Murali Venukumar, a full-time marketing exec, part-time writer and a life-long gamer reviews Forza:Horizon.

Microsoft forays into video gaming

Microsoft forays into video gaming

Rediff.com23 May 2006

Microsoft announced on Tuesday its entry into next generation video gaming and entertainment system by showcasing Xbox 360, to be launched later this year and will set up a retail network for its distribution across seven cities.

Microsoft launches first non-Nokia Lumia device in India

Microsoft launches first non-Nokia Lumia device in India

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

The smartphone is priced at Rs 9,199.

Microsoft unveils next operating system 'Windows 10'

Microsoft unveils next operating system 'Windows 10'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

Microsoft Corp announced its 'Windows 10' operating system on Tuesday to replace the largely unpopular Windows 8, skipping a number to mark a leap toward unifying the way people work on tablets, phones and traditional computers.

Microsoft revamp to keep up with technological changes

Microsoft revamp to keep up with technological changes

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

From Seema Hakhu Kachru Houston, Jul 12 (PTI) Software giant Microsoft has announced a long-awaited restructuring, organising itself around key areas designed to make the company more nimble in a fiercely-competitive technology sector. The company said in a release that it will deliver multiple devi ...

Modi, Mukesh Ambani most searched personalities in 2014

Modi, Mukesh Ambani most searched personalities in 2014

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialist Mukesh Ambani feature amongst the most searched personalities online this year, according to search engine Yahoo.

Download Microsoft's game changer Windows 10 today

Download Microsoft's game changer Windows 10 today

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

Indians may adopt wait-and-watch policy in first year.

Microsoft springs hologram surprise; offers Windows 10 for free

Microsoft springs hologram surprise; offers Windows 10 for free

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Industry analysts were broadly excited at the prospect, but sceptical that it could produce a working model at a mass-market price that soon.

Will Lumia 950 and 950 XL change Microsoft's fortunes in India?

Will Lumia 950 and 950 XL change Microsoft's fortunes in India?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Do they have it in them to take on the competition?

Vu Official review: A pure Android TV experience at a killer price

Vu Official review: A pure Android TV experience at a killer price

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

This one's just like a solid television of yore!

Gaming review: Halo 4 DISAPPOINTS

Gaming review: Halo 4 DISAPPOINTS

Rediff.com25 Nov 2012

Murali Venukumar, a full-time marketing exec, part-time writer and a life-long gamer reviews Halo 4.

Lumia 630: For those who don't want an Android smartphone

Lumia 630: For those who don't want an Android smartphone

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Lumia 630 is no exception although this time the shape is more flat and blocky than usual.

Gaming: Joe Danger 2 aims for box office gold

Gaming: Joe Danger 2 aims for box office gold

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

If you're new to Joe Danger universe or are a fan looking for more of the same, you can't really go wrong with Joe Danger 2. Just don't come in expecting something revolutionary, says Murali Venukumar.

Game Review: Halo, Reach gets an upgrade

Game Review: Halo, Reach gets an upgrade

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

The Remastered Halo: Reach is a significant improvement on the original, suggests Chirinjibi Thapa.

India among 13 countries to host Windows 10 launch on July 29

India among 13 countries to host Windows 10 launch on July 29

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

India will be one of the 13 countries to host the mega launch of the much-awaited Windows 10, the latest version of the popular operating system.

5 REALLY COOL companies to work for

5 REALLY COOL companies to work for

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

Aparna Sundaresan profiles five organisations that make work seem more like play.