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Xbox is introducing time limits to game streaming

staff@engadget.com (Ian Carlos Campbell) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0000

Anything but your console or PC can be an Xbox for 5-15 hours a month.

Stop replacing the batteries in your Xbox controller – Do this instead

staff@engadget.com (Isaac Egbon) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Xbox controllers continue to ship reliant on AA batteries, but you don't have to keep burning through disposables.

What is Dolby Atmos for Headphones and is it worth it for gamers?

staff@engadget.com (Dave Meikleham) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

A look into whether Dolby Atmos for Headphones - with its free trial on both PC and Xbox - can unlock spatial audio on a normal pair of stereo headphones.

What free gifts does Xbox give you on your birthday?

staff@engadget.com (Dave Meikleham) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

During your birthday week, you can claim a special gift from Xbox. Let's see what it is and how to claim it.

Xbox Project Helix is a 'family of devices,' CEO reveals

staff@engadget.com (Mariella Moon) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:15:12 +0000

Asha Sharma said Xbox is developing a 'great family of devices' for Helix.

Xbox Insiders will soon be able to create digital versions of their physical games

staff@engadget.com (Matt Tate) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:44:58 +0000

Thousands of Xbox One and Series X titles will support the new disc-to-digital feature.

Preorders for Xbox's anniversary collection are open (for some) and the bundle costs $900

staff@engadget.com (Lawrence Bonk) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:22:28 +0000

The Xbox 25th anniversary bundle includes a translucent green Series X, a similarly-colored controller and a digital download of Halo: Campaign Evolved.

IKEA and Xbox have fully unveiled their new furniture collection at Gamescom

staff@engadget.com (Matt Tate) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:44:47 +0000

Who hasn't dreamt of sitting on a green stool modeled like a thumbstick?

Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday

staff@engadget.com (Lawrence Bonk) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:57:00 +0000

Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday.

How Xbox controllers have changed in the last 25 years

staff@engadget.com (Dave Meikleham) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Every Xbox controller has the familiar ABXY buttons and offset thumbsticks. But Microsoft has slowly evolved the controller over its quarter-century life.

Mattel is releasing a full-scale building brick set of the original Xbox

staff@engadget.com (Kris Holt) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:19:34 +0000

The $330 Xbox building set includes a controller that interacts with three game-inspired dioramas.

IKEA is teasing some Xbox... things

staff@engadget.com (Will Shanklin) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:43:39 +0000

Who wouldn't want to rest their tush on a green Xbox logo cushion?

What are your retro game consoles worth?

staff@engadget.com (Husain Parvez) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Many variables affect the value of retro game consoles today. Which ones are worth keeping, and which ones are destined for the trash?

How to request an Xbox refund

staff@engadget.com (Husain Parvez) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Xbox offers refunds on some games and apps, but there are stipulations you should understand before requesting one.

The pros and cons of the switch to digital games

staff@engadget.com (Ben Stegner) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

More gaming companies are moving toward stopping production of game discs and cartridges. Is it a bad thing?

Xbox's devastating July was inevitable

staff@engadget.com (Jessica Conditt) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000

"It is neither possible nor desirable to own every great independent studio."

Xbox's free 25th anniversary gifts include a dynamic theme and avatars

staff@engadget.com (Anna Washenko) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:47:40 +0000

Xbox's free 25th anniversary gifts include a dynamic theme and avatars.

Xbox 360 games are reportedly coming to PC as well

staff@engadget.com (Kris Holt) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:52:28 +0000

Like Sony, Xbox may be laying the groundwork for an all-digital future.

Xbox consoles are now much more expensive in the EU and UK

staff@engadget.com (Jackson Chen) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:04:51 +0000

The entry-level price for an Xbox now starts at 499.99€/£429.99.

Slow downloads? These tweaks could speed up your router

staff@engadget.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

If your Wi-Fi is a bit sluggish, there are some things you should check before upgrading your router.