Topic: Microsoft Xbox Live

Kayaking as learning: Navigating life's knowledge whitewater

Kayaking as learning: learning should be more like kayaking, explains one knowledge expert, and the experience of picking information should be treated like an action sport, a whitewater rafting trip navigating the waters of knowledge and interaction.

Microsoft to release $99 Xbox 360 with Kinect?

The Verge reports that Microsoft has plans to launch a $99 Xbox 360, with Kinect and a two-year subscription, "as early as next week."

Ten ways Windows 8 outshines the iPad

Windows 8 is now available for anyone to download, and it already shows a ton of potential. In fact, Microsoft’s bold new OS, which reminds us a lot of Windows Phone, outshines the iPad in some key areas. Granted, there were things we didn’t like in our Windows 8 Consumer Preview – — and the iPad 3 or iPad HD is just around the corner– — but there’s no question that Apple will soon have a real fight on its hands. Here are the top 10 ways Windows 8 is better than the iPad right now.

With Xbox 360 updates and sales like these, who needs next-gen consoles?

The Xbox 360 beat out the Nintendo Wii in November, one analyst said. Meanwhile, Microsoft has launched a new Xbox software package, and both Nintendo and Microsoft edge closer to issuing new gaming platforms. 

What's next for Skype?

Skype officially becomes part of Microsoft Friday. But former Skype CEO Tony Bates says user experience will remain largely unchanged.

Xbox 360 will soon stream HBO, SyFy, other TV networks

In the future, your Xbox 360 could double as your cable box.

PSN hit with new security snag, but Sony says it was no hack

Part of the PlayStation Network went black again yesterday – an outage that Sony has chalked up to a 'URL exploit.'

Xbox 360 broken after new update? A free console could be in the mail.

Some Xbox 360 consoles may have been hurt by a firmware update, Microsoft announced this week, but affected users will be eligible to receive a brand new 360.

Hulu Plus hits Xbox Live with complimentary first week

Hulu Plus is on Xbox Live, and a week, it's free.

Mass Effect 2: Arrival available now. But is it worth the price?

Mass Effect 2: Arrival is the last installment in the Mass Effect 2 saga.

Credit card debt or personal loan? How to choose.

Credit card debt is dogging this reader – one of 10 questions in my readers' mailbag.

Xbox Live update: How to get in on the beta launch

Xbox Live is readying a dashboard update intended in part to help make Xbox Live more compatible with the Kinect.

Xbox Live price hike set for November

Xbox Live members will face higher fees starting this fall – and predictably, not everyone is impressed.

Starting college tomorrow? Five thoughts on making it great.

Starting college means starting a journey, not just finding a major.

Microsoft Kinect vs. Nintendo Wii vs. Sony PlayStation Move: What's the best motion gaming platform?

Microsoft Kinect vs. Nintendo Wii vs. Sony PlayStation Move reviews: A look at the pros and cons of each motion gaming platform.

E3 2010: Microsoft Xbox 360 will carry live ESPN events

E3 2010: Microsoft Xbox 360 executives said ESPN will be offered on the console, bypassing cable providers.

The Modern Warfare 2 Resurgence Map Pack release time approaches

Ready for more Modern Warfare 2? The Resurgence Map Pack release time is imminent.

Will Rock Band 3 ship with a keyboard controller?

Rock Band and Guitar Hero limited your pop-star fantasies to a plastic guitar, a plastic mic, and a set of plastic drums. Elton John fans, brace yourselves: Rock Band 3 may include a plastic keyboard.

How to fix the Splinter Cell: Conviction freezing problem

Gamers are reporting that there's a Splinter Cell: Conviction freezing bug. Here's the solution.

Xbox Live update includes USB support

Microsoft announces an Xbox Live update – and a brand-new branded USB device from SanDisk.

Xbox Live support rallies to fix 'MW2' Stimulus Package problem

'MW2' Stimulus Package has been broken all morning. But a fix is here, according to Xbox Live support.

Microsoft trots out a new Zune. But can anything unseat the iPod?

Video games: For women, new appeal

Better 'playability,' faster downloads open doors to a new player demographic.