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Is Microsoft working on two new Xbox One consoles?

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Microsoft’s Xbox One has been playing catch up to Sony’s PlayStation 4 since the start of the current console generation in 2013. This kind of fall from grace from Microsoft is unexpected given the Xbox 360’s previous dominance over the PS3.

Many critics say the biggest flaws of the Xbox One boil down to two things: It’s underpowered compared to Sony’s video-game console; and, it’s big as hell.

It’s true that the Xbox One is much larger than the PS4, party because Microsoft wanted it to have better heat tolerance than its predecessor, especially after last generation’s “red ring of death” fiasco. It’s also true that the modern Xbox is lacking on the performance front, with games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 3, Destiny, and Metal Gear Solid V all running better on the PS4, which has a faster graphics processor.

Microsoft is well aware that many gamers aren’t big fans of its console, and the company is hoping to fix the problem before it’s too late. A new report from Kotaku claims Microsoft will launch a cheaper and slimmer Xbox One before the end of 2016.

And in 2017, it will be releasing a more powerful version of the console. Kotaku said the 2017 Xbox One, codenamed “Scorpio,” will have an upgraded GPU capable of supporting Facebook’s Oculus Rift. To that end, Microsoft is also rumored to be pursuing a partnership with the makers of the popular VR headset.

These latest developments look to keep the console maker in step with Sony’s future plans involving PlayStation VR and PlayStation Neo, a better version of the PlayStation 4 Sony has been reportedly working on.

Could a new Xbox One be Microsoft’s new lease on life? Will 2017 be the year of the Xbox? These questions, and more, will likely be addressed at Microsoft’s E3 press conference on June 13.

So, what are your thoughts on a potentially cheaper and slimmer Xbox One and an Xbox One refresh? Sound off in the comments below.

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ROG AMD Ryzen gaming laptops 2021 price in the Philippines

Plenty to choose from!

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January 27, 2021

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If you’ve been holding out on getting a new laptop for all your needs, know that you haven’t been waiting in vain. ASUS ROG is launching their AMD Ryzen 2021 Gaming Laptops in the Philippines! The lineup is comes in many configurations and price points that there’s definitely something here that can be your GadgetMatch!

Included in the lineup are: ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 SE, ROG Zephyrus G15, the ROG Strix Scar series, a couple of ROG Strix G laptops, new members of the TUF Gaming series, along with gaming backpacks to safely carry around these bad boys.

ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 SE

PRODUCT DISPLAY CPU GPU RAM STORAGE COLOR,

FEATURE

 SRP BUNDLE BUNDLE VALUE AVAILABILITY
ZEPHYRUS DUO 15 SE

GX551QS-HB041TS

 15″ 4K UHD, 120Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3080 16GD6 16GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE SSD + 1TB

(RAID 0)

 Off-Black ₱       254,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Delta Gaming Headset, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 31,000.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK
ZEPHYRUS DUO 15 SE

GX551QR-HF009TS

 15″ FHD,  300Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3070 8GD6 16GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE SSD + 1TB

(RAID 0)

 Off-Black ₱       199,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Delta Gaming Headset, ROG Ranger Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 31,000.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK

ROG Zephyrus G15

PRODUCT DISPLAY CPU GPU RAM STORAGE COLOR,

FEATURE

 SRP BUNDLE BUNDLE VALUE AVAILABILITY
ZEPHYRUS G15 GA503QS-HQ017TS 15″ QHD, 165Hz R9-5900HS RTX 3080 16GD6 16GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Moonlight White ₱       179,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 21,000.00 FEB 2nd WEEK
ZEPHYRUS G15

GA503QS-HQ018TS

 15″ QHD, 165Hz R9-5900HS RTX 3080 16GD6 16GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Eclipse Gray ₱       179,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 21,000.00 FEB 4TH WEEK
ZEPHYRUS G15 GA503QR-HQ050TS 15″ QHD, 165Hz R9-5900HS RTX 3070 8GD6 8GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Eclipse Gray ₱       139,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 21,000.00 FEB 2nd WEEK

ROG Strix SCARs 

PRODUCT DISPLAY CPU GPU RAM STORAGE COLOR,

FEATURE

 SRP BUNDLE BUNDLE VALUE AVAILABILITY
STRIX SCAR 17 G733QS-HG153TS 17″ FHD, 300Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3080 16GD6 16GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE SSD + 1TB

(RAID 0)

 Original Black ₱       199,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Delta Gaming Headset, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 30,000.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK
STRIX SCAR 17 G733QR-HG021TS 17″ FHD, 300Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3070 8GD6 8GB x 2 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Original Black ₱       149,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Delta Gaming Headset, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 30,000.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK

 

PRODUCT DISPLAY CPU GPU RAM STORAGE COLOR,

FEATURE

 SRP BUNDLE BUNDLE VALUE AVAILABILITY
STRIX SCAR 15 G533QS-HF126TS 15″ FHD, 300Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3080 16GD6 16GB

x 2

 1TB PCIE SSD + 1TB

(RAID 0)

 Original Black, Numpad ₱       194,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Delta Gaming Headset, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 30,000.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK
STRIX SCAR 15 G533QR-HF038TS 15″ FHD, 300Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3070 8GD6 8GB x 2 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Original Black ₱       144,995.00 ROG Chakram Core, ROG Delta Gaming Headset, ROG Backpack, ROG GC21 Eye, PD Adapter ₱ 30,000.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK

ROG Strix Gs

PRODUCT DISPLAY CPU GPU RAM STORAGE COLOR,

FEATURE

 SRP BUNDLE BUNDLE VALUE AVAILABILITY
STRIX G17 G713QR-HX094TS 17″ FHD, 144Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3080 16GD6 16GB 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Original Black ₱       114,995.00 ROG Strix Impact Gaming Mouse, ROG Backpack, PD Adapter, Windows Home & Student 2019 ₱ 15,000.00+ FEB 4TH WEEK
STRIX G15 G513QR-HN176T 15″ FHD, 144Hz R9-5900HX RTX 3070 8GD6 8GB x 2 1TB PCIE G3 SSD Original Black, Numpad ₱       109,995.00 ROG Strix Impact Gaming Mouse, ROG Backpack, PD Adapter ₱ 8,000.00+ FEB 4TH WEEK

 ASUS TUF Gaming Dash 15

PRODUCT DISPLAY CPU GPU RAM STORAGE COLOR,

FEATURE

 SRP BUNDLE BUNDLE VALUE AVAILABILITY
TUF Dash F15 FX516PR-HN092T 15″ FHD, 144Hz i7-11370H RTX 3070 8GD6 8GB x 2 512GB PCIE3 SSD Eclipse Gray ₱         94,995.00 ASUS TUF Gaming Bag ₱ 2,400.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK
TUF Dash F15 FX516PR-HN080T 15″ FHD, 144Hz i5-11300H RTX 3070 8GD6 8GB x 2 512GB PCIE3 SSD Eclipse Gray ₱         85,995.00 ASUS TUF Gaming Bag ₱ 2,400.00+ FEB 2ND WEEK

ROG Backpacks

PRODUCT FEATURE SRP AVAILABILITY
ROG Ranger BP3703 Aura RGB ₱         14,995.00 FEB 2nd WEEK
ROG Ranger BP2500 ₱         4,995.00 FEB 2nd WEEK

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Netflix’s Blood of Zeus now in the game Immortal Fenyx Rising

In a themed quest called “A tribute to family”

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January 25, 2021

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This crossover just makes so much sense. Netflix’s animated series Blood of Zeus is in Ubisoft’s Immortal Fenyx Rising. Players will be able to dive into a Blood of Zeus–themed quest and purchase an all-new character pack and weapon pack.

From January 21 to January 28, in a Blood of Zeus–themed quest called “A tribute to family”, players will take on two evil creatures of another world: Chimera and Cerberus. Upon completion of the quest, players will earn the Eagle pendant and all-new character customization options tied to “Blood of Zeus.”

The weapon pack contains Blood of Zeus–themed skins for your Sword, Axe and Bow. Meanwhile, the Blood of Zeus character pack lets you walk in the footsteps of the Amazonian warrior Alexia.

Immortals Fenyx Rising is a fresh game with an action and puzzle filled open world that has humor and Greek mythology enclosed into it. You might say it can be a mix of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and Zelda: Breath of wild.

READ MORE: Immortals Fenyx Rising: Action, puzzles, and some good humor

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PlayStation 5 pre-order second batch in PH happening Jan 22

Another 5-minute window

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January 21, 2021

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You’ve been waiting for this, haven’t you? The second batch of pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 in the Philippines is officially happening on January 22, 2021.

Just like the first batch, the pre-order period will happen for only five minutes from 2PM to 2:05PM. Participating retailers should still be the same. They are as follows:

  • iTech
  • Gameline
  • Metro Plaza
  • Abenson
  • Game One
  • GameXtreme

There were some pre-order blunders the first go round but here’s to hoping there won’t be a repeat of that.

Watch our PS5 Review.

 

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