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Microsoft only planned for 200,000 users for Flight Simulator launch, admits drastic underestimate led to database being overwhelmed

In a YouTube video, Microsoft revealed that only stress-tested the MSFS 2024 database with 200,000 virtual users. This drastic underestimate led to the database being overwhelmed and crashing on launch day.

Tom’s Hardware

'Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024' Suffers Troubled Launch: Installation Problems, Server Issues, and More

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is currently being criticized due to a variety of issues, primarily with installing the game itself.

Player One

Apple AirTag 2 tipped to launch mid-2025 with upgraded chip and improved tracking

Apple may launch a refreshed AirTag 2 in mid-2025 with several new features that could entice people to upgrade.

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Apple AirTag 2 upgrade will bring better range, improved privacy, and a stalker-proof speaker, says insider

Apple's useful little AirTags are reportedly getting a big refresh in 2025.

iPhone 17 Air: Rumors are thick on the thinnest iPhone ever

The iPhone 17 Air is months away from a launch, but here's what we know about it so far.

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Which? launches £3 billion legal claim against Apple over ‘forced’ iCloud use

The claim has been filed with the Competition Appeal Tribunal

The Independent UK

Which? launches £3 billion legal claim against Apple over iCloud

The consumer rights group believes the tech giant has broken competition law by ‘trapping’ people with Apple devices into using its iCloud service.

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Xbox faces hundreds of striking employees as union at Bethesda parent ZeniMax stages a walkout to "tell Microsoft to stop dragging their feet"

ZeniMax Workers United reckons "Microsoft runs on outsourcing"

GamesRadar

Microsoft is still in the market for video game acquisitions, Xbox lead Phil Spencer says — and he wants to partner more in China

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer says the company is keeping an eye out for video game acquisitions, though there's nothing "imminent" right now.

Windows Central

Xbox gaming handheld is years away, Microsoft exec says

Microsoft gaming head Phil Spencer has teased a handheld, but he says it's not coming for years.

Tom’s Hardware

Xbox lead Phil Spencer says there are no 'red lines' for what games could come to PlayStation and Nintendo

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer says there's no "red lines" on games coming to PlayStation or Nintendo.

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After cutting 2,500 jobs in under one year, Phil Spencer says he feels good about the industry and that "the Xbox business has never been more healthy"

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GamesRadar

America's Biggest Video Games Union Goes On Strike Over Microsoft Outsourcing

Hundreds of Bethesda video game workers, who work on titles like Fallout 76 and Skyrim, are going on strike across the country. At issue: Microsoft outsourcing quality control jobs.

Inverse

Apple Stock Slips After Earnings. Wall Street Isn't Worried

Apple stock is trading lower Friday despite the iPhone maker beating expectations for its fiscal fourth quarter, but analysts are still bullish.

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iPhone 16 sales look to be off to a strong start, as Apple announces record revenues

Apple announced its September quarter sales, and the iPhone posted record revenue for the quarter, which marked the debut of the iPhone 16.

International Business Times

Apple Narrowly Beats Estimates With Boost From IPhone Sales

Apple reported revenues Thursday that narrowly surpassed analyst expectations, sending shares lower in after-hours trading even as the company enjoyed a boost from iPhone sales.

The Guardian - US

Apple reports robust demand for iPhone 16 even as overall sales in China slow

Company reports $94.9bn in revenue, slightly beating Wall Street projections in first look at demand for its new phone

Kiplinger

Why Microsoft Is the Worst Dow Jones Stock After Earnings

Microsoft stock is sinking Thursday even after the tech giant reported higher-than-expected earnings for its fiscal first quarter. Here's what you need to know.

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Xbox FY25 Q1 gaming revenue is up 43% year-over-year, again thanks to Activision Blizzard — and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 just set a franchise record

Microsoft gaming revenue is up with strong results mostly due to Activision Blizzard.

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Apple still won't fix its most infuriating product design

The Magic Mouse 2 gets USB-C, and that's it.

Tom’s Guide

Massive iPhone SE 4 leak just revealed specs, release date and price

The iPhone SE 4 looks likely to have Apple Intelligence on board.

Kiplinger

Apple Stock Gets Downgraded to Sell Ahead of Earnings: Should Investors Be Worried?

KeyBanc cut Apple stock's rating to the equivalent of a Sell this morning on concerns over iPhone 16 sales. Here's what that means.

Apple promises “exciting announcements” next week

Next week is going to be a big week for Apple – it's launching multiple new Macs, iOS 18.1 and new accessories too.

Kiplinger

Apple Card Fail: Apple and Goldman Sachs Fined $89 Million

The CFPB fined Apple and Goldman Sachs $89 million for the mishandling of transaction disputes and misleading iPhone purchasers about interest-free payment options.

International Business Times

Microsoft Pushes For Gaming Supremacy With 'Call Of Duty' Release

Microsoft's ambition to become the "Netflix of video games" faces a huge test this week with the release of "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" on Friday.

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