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June 10, 2013

As Xbox Live begins its next chapter, a quick look back is in order. Since October 2005, members have logged more than 72 billion hours on the service. That’s nearly 8.3 million years! With that kind of wind in its sails, the Xbox Live team is excited to introduce a wide range of innovation and changes coming this year based on feedback from its far-reaching community. Chief Product Officer Marc Whitten summarized the changes today in a letter to Xbox Live members.

June 10, 2013

Whether you’re updating your Xbox console system or have waited this long to get one, the newest Xbox 360 will satisfy the gamers in your life.

June 10, 2013

You can now download the first-ever MapQuest app for Windows Phone. The app features an easy-to-use modern design, and is packed with navigation features like real-time traffic reports, voice-guided turn-by-turn directions and easy ways to discover restaurants, hotels and other points of interest.

June 10, 2013

It’s all about games today on the eve of E3! Microsoft Studios and the world’s biggest and most renowned publishers have unveiled a lineup of blockbuster games for the Xbox One games and entertainment system, with a ton of exclusive titles – more, in fact, than any time in the history of Xbox.

June 10, 2013

Racing fans, get ready to be happy. If you want a little taste of what the next chapter in the insanely popular “Forza Motorsport” series has to offer, then check out the trailer for “Forza Motorsport 5” from Turn 10 Studios.

June 10, 2013

Coming exclusively to Xbox One in November, “Ryse: Son of Rome” is an immersive action-adventure story of struggle, brutality and heroism. In it you’ll follow a fearless Roman soldier named Marius Titus as he seeks to avenge the death of his family and leads an army to save the Roman Empire.

June 10, 2013

Microsoft today announced launch details for the highly anticipated Xbox One, which introduces a new world of games, music, live TV, movies, sports, apps and Skype, all personalized to your interests and accessible with the sound of your voice. Xbox One will launch in 21 markets across the world this November.

June 10, 2013

In a post for the Windows Experience blog, Amy D pays homage to her dad Mike D (no relation to the Beastie Boy!) by sharing some choice Windows apps for him – just in time for Father’s Day this coming Sunday, June 16. Chances are these apps could be something your pops appreciates, too.

June 10, 2013

If the size of your paycheck depends on how well you sell Microsoft products and services, you should consider attending the 2013 Worldwide Partner Conference in Houston, Texas in July. There you’ll hear from Microsoft executives including CEO Steve Ballmer and COO Kevin Turner; learn about the company’s strategies, initiatives and roadmaps for the coming year; and find out what’s new with the Microsoft Partner Network.

June 10, 2013

The Surface team continues to be inspired by customers using Surface in new and surprising ways. One such customer is INDO, a Chicago-based design studio co-founded by friends Linsey and Crystal. The duo creates works of art out of materials that have been diverted from waste and recycling streams. See the video and more.