Amazon Unveils `Alexa Game Control’ For Spoken Interaction With PC, Console Games
Amazon said it is making tools available to developers to build engaging voice interactions powered by Alexa into new gaming experiences. Alexa Game Control will bring gamers in-game actions such as interacting with non-player characters (NPCs), swapping weapons and other actions using thei voices in…
Sony Launches `Perfect for PlayStation 5′ TV Matching Initiative
Sony Electronics formally introduced Thursday the “Perfect for PlayStation 5” campaign for select BRAVIA XR TV models Z9J, A90J, A80J, X95J and X90J in a rare cross-promotional initiative between the company’s two product marketing segments. The program is designed to help TV shoppers quickly identify…
CTA: 2021 U.S. TV Sales To Decline In Units But Grow In Revenue
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has released its mid-year industry forecasts study predicting retail sales revenue for the U.S. tech industry will reach a record-breaking $487 billion by the end of the year, reflecting a 7.5% jump from a year ago. The forecast is expecting…
7” OLED Version Of Nintendo Switch To Hit Stores Oct. 8th
Video game giant Nintendo revealed Tuesday that it plans to deliver to market on October 8th, an OLED-based version of its popular Nintendo Switch hybrid portable/console based gaming platform. The new OLED variant will feature “a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen with vivid colors and crisp…
Next-Gen. Xbox Series X, S Available For Pre-Orders Today
It’s the first day of Fall and the Holidays are right around the corner. Of course that means one thing — new videogames are coming (and Santa’s tongue is firmly in cheek). To help ensure that certain someone (like you) finds a new Xbox Series…
Sony Reveals Pricing On PlayStation 5, Accessories
Sony on Wednesday released pricing and availability dates on the much-anticipated new PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, which will run $499.99 and $399.99, respectively, when they hit stores in the United States on November 12th. Sony said pre-orders on the next-generation consoles will…
THX Reveals TCL’s 2020 6 Series TVs Will Offer Its New `Game Mode’
THX formally announced Monday that TCL will be the first manufacturer to offer televisions supporting its new THX Game Mode Certification in new 6 Series models due to hit stores soon. THX, which now offers audio and video certification and consultation services in addition to…
Sony Introduces `Ready for PlayStation 5′ TV Identifier
The Sony XBR65X900H, above, is a `Ready for PlayStation 5′ TV.
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