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Apple starts selling Microsoft’s Xbox controller after adding support in iOS, macOS, and tvOS

October 9, 2019
Apple has begun selling Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless Controller after adding support for the gamepad in the latest major software updates for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and the Mac. The Xbox controller is priced at $59.95 and is available from Apple’s website. I’m not seeing any local stores with stock just yet, but it’s not unreasonable to think that Apple might give it some shelf space to…
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Roblox's 'Seuss World' lets kids raise and trade virtual pets

October 9, 2019
Dr. Seuss Enterprises has launched a new game on the Roblox platform that’ll have you or your kids raising virtual pets and interacting with popular Seuss characters. Seuss World is a pet simulator inspired by the book If I Ran the Circus — in fact, its environment features a massive circus tent, and it has several zones where you can take on challenges like tightrope walking and…
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The architect behind Atari's VCS retro console just quit

October 9, 2019
Atari’s long-delayed retro console may be in trouble, because according to The Register, its lead architect has left the project. Rob Wyatt, who was also a founding Xbox team member, told the publication that he “officially resigned as the architect of…
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Call of Duty is the biggest mobile game launch ever, with 100 million downloads

October 9, 2019
Call of Duty: Mobile has had a colossal launch week, racking up more downloads than any other mobile game in history, according to analytics firm Sensor Tower. The game has reportedly achieved over 100 million downloads since going live at the beginning of this month. That easily beats out the launch-week figures that Sensor Tower recorded for games that will be Call of Duty’s biggest rivals.
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Sling adds a 'Micro Guide' and simpler search to Xbox and smart TVs

October 8, 2019
Sling is giving its living room interface some decidedly useful tune-ups, including one designed to stay out of your way. Its app for LG TVs, Samsung TVs and the Xbox One now includes a “Micro Guide” that won’t obscure as much of what you’re watching while you’re trying to find out what’s next. There are channel filters at the top to help you quickly pick a…
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