Microsoft is poised to become the leading operating system for AI, as it takes advantage of the expanding AI market and leverages its existing ecosystem and user base, according to Oppenheimer analyst Timothy Horan.
Microsoft is looking into bringing the Xbox to other form factors, including a "Cloud Device" and a "Handheld" similar to the Steam Deck, potentially using ARM with a thin client OS and custom-designed silicon.
Microsoft's recent Surface and AI event lacked excitement and innovation, signaling a shift away from experimental hardware and niche devices, as evident in the cancellation of projects like Surface Headphones, Surface Studio All-in-One, and Surface Duo. The company now plans to focus on mainstream devices like Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, leaving enthusiasts and PC makers wondering if Microsoft's goal of pushing boundaries and inspiring innovation is still intact.
Microsoft is one step closer to acquiring Activision Blizzard after UK regulators accepted their concessions on cloud gaming, a move that is seen as a brilliant strategy similar to Netflix's business model by industry experts.
Xbox boss Phil Spencer confirms that more Microsoft-published games from Japanese developers can be expected in the future, including potential JRPG projects, while also mentioning the progress of the highly-anticipated game from Hideo Kojima.
Intel has confirmed that Meteor Lake, a chip for the whole PC stack, will be coming to the desktop in 2024, dispelling rumors that it had been canceled, with the delay likely due to production issues using different chips made from multiple processes.
The Windows 11 September 2023 update introduces an Instant Games experience that allows users to play games directly from the Microsoft Store without needing to download and install them first.
Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in October 2023, including Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, Forza Motorsport, Like A Dragon: Ishin!, and more.
Intel's CFO has hinted at a significant "Windows refresh" coming next year, aligning with reports that the next version of Windows, possibly called Windows 12, is planned for a 2024 release with a focus on integrating new AI and cloud experiences.
Microsoft is making strides in artificial intelligence and gaming, with plans to unveil its own AI chip and finalize the $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, solidifying its position as a global technology leader.
Microsoft is making big moves in the AI industry, with plans to release more extensive AI products, including AI-enhanced versions of popular tools like Word and Excel, and rolling out its own AI chip to compete with Nvidia. The company's aggressive AI push has the potential to drive its growth and establish it as a leader in the industry.