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MSI unveils ASUS ROG Ally-like handheld gaming console with Windows 11

Called MSI Claw, the portable handheld gaming console is powered by Intel Core Ultra processors. It sports a 7-inch fullHD display of 120Hz refresh rate

Sony sold over 50 million Play Station 5 gaming consoles over three years

Sony's games business was its largest unit by sales and the second-biggest contributor to operating profit after music in the last financial year

Sony PlayStation VR2 virtual reality headset launched in India: Details

The PlayStation VR2 headset boasts Sony's Tempest 3D AudioTech, which allows in-game audio to adapt to players position and head movement

Next-generation Sony PlayStation5 controller may have earbuds case built-in

Sony has reportedly filed a patent for a PS5 controller with charging-case like compartment on the back side where a pair of earbuds can be placed and charged

Sony refreshes PlayStation 5 gaming console with sleek design, more storage

The new Sony PS5 will be initially available in US only, and global launch is expected in coming months

ROG Ally review: Asus' handheld gaming device is good, but not perfect

Powered by AMD Ryzen Z1 processor with integrated Radeon graphics and 16GB DDR5 RAM, the ROG Ally is based on Microsoft Window 11 platform and that makes it a one-of-its-kind handheld gaming device

Gaming cos to collect 28% on full bet value, foreign firms to have GST no

From October 1, online gaming companies will charge 28 per cent GST on full value of bets, while offshore platforms too would be required to have GST registration to operate in India. The finance ministry late on Friday notified October 1 as the appointed date for the amended provisions in Central GST and Integrated GST laws to come into effect. E-gaming companies, however, flagged that since many states are yet to pass amendments in their respective State GST (SGST) laws, this notification by the union government in CGST and IGST laws will create confusion. According to the changes to the Central GST Act, online gaming, casinos and horse racing will henceforth be treated as "actionable claims" similar to lottery, betting and gambling and subject to 28 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on full face value of bets. The amendments to Integrated GST (IGST) Act makes it mandatory for offshore online gaming platforms to take registration in India and pay 28 per cent tax in accordance

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon G-series chips for handheld gaming devices

The series encompass G1, G2 and G3, and a Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 Platform as the newest enthusiast-class processor

Know details on European Union's regulations for handheld gaming consoles

Effective from 2027, the new regulations would be applicable on range of portable electronics devices sold in EU

Sony announces Project Q, a handheld device to stream PS5 games: Details

The device would feature an LCD screen capable of running games at up to 1080p and 60fps over Wi-Fi. Q would allow Sony PlayStation 5 users stream compatible game on the device screen wirelessly

11.3% women use payment apps, 6.1% active on gaming apps in India: Report

The report by Artificial Intelligence innovation start-up Bobble AI showed that hardly 6.1 per cent women are active on gaming applications

Sony introduces 'Accessibility Tags' for PS5 consoles to give insights

The new "Accessibility Tags" allow game developers to give detailed insight on accessibility features supported in their games

Paid competitive gaming growing 6x faster than overall mobile gaming: RPT

A report on Friday showed added that consumer spending on games has gone up by around 40 per cent in the last three years

Sony to launch 'PlayStation 5 Pro' gaming console in 2024: Report

The tech giant is also expected to launch a PS5 with a detachable disc drive later this year because the company is planning to reduce the cost of the current-generation gaming console

YouTube rolls out 'YouTube Kids' to game consoles, smart TVs and Roku

The video sharing platform mentioned that switching accounts on the main application across smart TVs, game consoles and more will launch a YouTube Kids experience for supervised accounts

Microsoft's Xbox Series X and S consoles to get new power mode options

Microsoft has announced that it will roll out new power mode options, including shutdown (energy saving) to Xbox Series X and S consoles in a bid for sustainability and cost savings

Online games with monetary bets likely to have a 'child lock' mechanism

MeitY could also call for formation of a self-regulatory organisation; policy release likely in 2-3 weeks

Microsoft suspends 4.78mn Xbox accounts over community guideline violation

These unauthorised accounts can impact players in a variety of ways, such as making cheating easier, disseminating spam, and artificially inflating friend/follower counts

YouTube Shorts on TV: How are vertical videos going to look on wide screens

YouTube Shorts will be rolled out to supported smart TV (2019 and later) and on newer game consoles

Microsoft brings Xbox app to Samsung 2022 smart TVs for console-free gaming

Microsoft also detailed new gaming experiences coming to Windows 11 and Edge browser for desktop