Video game consoles

Sony Interactive Entertainment Acquires Nixxes to Further Elevate PlayStation Studios Exclusive Titles

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Consumer electronics, Technology, Electronic Games, Women, General Entertainment, Entertainment, MEN, Other Technology, Consumer, Teens, Other Entertainment, Video game consoles, Home video game consoles, Sony Interactive Entertainment, PlayStation, Video game publishers, In video gaming, SIE Worldwide Studios, PlayStation Now, Psygnosis, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Nixxes, SONY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT, NIXXES

Based in Utrecht, Netherlands, effective immediately, Nixxes will join PlayStation Studios Technology, Creative & Services Group to provide high quality in-house technical and development capabilities for PlayStation Studios.

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  • Based in Utrecht, Netherlands, effective immediately, Nixxes will join PlayStation Studios Technology, Creative & Services Group to provide high quality in-house technical and development capabilities for PlayStation Studios.
  • Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is responsible for the PlayStation brand and family of products and services.
  • The PlayStation family of products and services include PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationStore, PlayStationPlus, PlayStationNow, and acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios.
  • "PlayStation, PS5, PS4 and DualSense are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Dialpad Delivers Disruption-free Learning to Thousands of Students

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
University, Data management, Primary, Secondary, Education, Technology, Training, Telecommunications, Software, VoIP, Other Education, Continuing, Video game consoles, Cloud computing, Cloud infrastructure, Nintendo Switch, Educational technology

Dialpad Inc. , the industry leader in AI-powered communication and collaboration, kept thousands of students across multiple educational institutions connected and engaged during the transition to hybrid-remote learning brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • Dialpad Inc. , the industry leader in AI-powered communication and collaboration, kept thousands of students across multiple educational institutions connected and engaged during the transition to hybrid-remote learning brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Built on its innovative split-cloud architecture that enables a 100% uptime SLA , Dialpad helps students and teachers stay connected across any device, from anywhere in the world.
  • As students moved out of the dorms and IT teams began working remotely, Dialpad made the switch seamless.
  • Dialpad for Education Customer Testimonials:
    With Dialpad, we can set up a new call center in 10 minutes from anywhere.

Paysafe to Enable Online Cash Payments on Microsoft Store on Xbox

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Professional services, Security, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Software, Finance, Networks, Video game consoles, Computing, Digital currencies, Home video game consoles, Payment systems, Electronic funds transfer, Universal Windows Platform apps, Paysafecard, Paysafe, ecash, Microsoft Store, Xbox

Leading specialised payments platform, Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), today announced that it has further extended its relationship with Microsoft, and is now enabling online cash transactions on Microsoft Store on Xbox through Paysafes leading eCash payment solution paysafecard.

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  • Leading specialised payments platform, Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), today announced that it has further extended its relationship with Microsoft, and is now enabling online cash transactions on Microsoft Store on Xbox through Paysafes leading eCash payment solution paysafecard.
  • The integration of paysafecard as a payment option on Xbox follows the initial addition of the eCash payment solution on Microsoft Store on Xbox, which was launched in December 2020.
  • Udo Mller, CEO of paysafecard, said: Integrating paysafecard on Microsoft Store on Xbox will provide an important alternative payment method for millions of customers.
  • Delivered through an integrated platform, Paysafe solutions are geared toward mobile-initiated transactions, real-time analytics and the convergence between brick-and-mortar and online payments.

Turtle Beach Announces NBA Star Grayson Allen as Its Latest Gaming Ambassador

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Basketball, Entertainment, Sports, Technology, Audio, Video, Electronic Games, Hardware, Video game consoles, Home video game consoles, In video gaming, Turtle Beach, PlayStation, Xbox, Turtle Beach Corporation

Leading gaming headset and accessory brand Turtle Beach (Nasdaq: HEAR) today announced a new partnership with NBA star Grayson Allen of the Memphis Grizzlies.

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  • Leading gaming headset and accessory brand Turtle Beach (Nasdaq: HEAR) today announced a new partnership with NBA star Grayson Allen of the Memphis Grizzlies.
  • Turtle Beach and Allen will work together to produce content that blends the worlds of professional basketball and gaming while showcasing the benefits of Turtle Beachs high-quality gaming equipment.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210629005348/en/
    Turtle Beach and Grayson Allen Joins Forces as He Becomes Turtle Beach's Latest Gaming Ambassador.
  • Through this partnership with Turtle Beach, Allen is elevating his gaming with the highly-acclaimed Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp Pro Performance Gaming Audio System Turtle Beachs premier competitive gaming audio setup for Xbox and PlayStation consoles.

Wireless Earbuds for Endless Joy: Mixcder G1 True Wireless Stereo Gaming Earbuds, Designed for Console Players

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Video game consoles, Home video game consoles, Handheld game consoles, In video gaming, Nintendo, Nintendo Switch, Video game console, Headphones, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo DS

These earbuds are the brand's latest game-changer specially designed to create a completely wireless, portable listening and immersive gaming experience for console players using Switch, Switch Lite, PS4 and PS5, as well as other popular gaming devices.

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  • These earbuds are the brand's latest game-changer specially designed to create a completely wireless, portable listening and immersive gaming experience for console players using Switch, Switch Lite, PS4 and PS5, as well as other popular gaming devices.
  • David Wu, CEO of Mixcder said, "We noticed a steady flow of feedback from console players about the difficulty finding portable wireless headphones on the market specifically for gaming consoles.
  • In terms of appearance and structure, the G1 earbuds and wireless adapter nestle neatly together in the charging case, greatly improving portability.
  • The G1 TWS Gaming Earbuds are currently available on Amazon and the official Mixcder website.

Wireless Earbuds for Endless Joy: Mixcder G1 True Wireless Stereo Gaming Earbuds, Designed for Console Players

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Video game consoles, Home video game consoles, Handheld game consoles, In video gaming, Nintendo, Nintendo Switch, Video game console, Headphones, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo DS

These earbuds are the brand's latest game-changer specially designed to create a completely wireless, portable listening and immersive gaming experience for console players using Switch, Switch Lite, PS4 and PS5, as well as other popular gaming devices.

Key Points: 
  • These earbuds are the brand's latest game-changer specially designed to create a completely wireless, portable listening and immersive gaming experience for console players using Switch, Switch Lite, PS4 and PS5, as well as other popular gaming devices.
  • David Wu, CEO of Mixcder said, "We noticed a steady flow of feedback from console players about the difficulty finding portable wireless headphones on the market specifically for gaming consoles.
  • In terms of appearance and structure, the G1 earbuds and wireless adapter nestle neatly together in the charging case, greatly improving portability.
  • The G1 TWS Gaming Earbuds are currently available on Amazon and the official Mixcder website.

MyRadar Adds Satellite Fire and Smoke Detection to Wildfire Information Layer In Its Award-Winning Weather App

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Video game consoles, Software, Computing, Ecological succession, Emergency management, Fire prevention, Wildfire, Xbox

These new features are available free as part of the apps Wildfire information layer.

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  • These new features are available free as part of the apps Wildfire information layer.
  • The update and added features includes the ability to show infrared hotspots detected by satellite, as well as a smoke analysis based on visual classification of plumes using enhanced satellite imagery.
  • The smoke layer helps people identify areas near active fires that may be at risk from low or dangerous air quality conditions.
  • About MyRadar: MyRadar is a free weather and environmental information app for iOS, Android, Windows and Xbox.

PowerA Announces the New Designed for Xbox Spectra Infinity Enhanced Wired Controller

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Video game consoles, Home video game consoles, Xbox, PowerA

WOODINVILLE, Wash., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerA, a leader in enhancing interactive entertainment with officially licensed gaming accessories, is launching its newest controller: The Spectra Infinity Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S.

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  • WOODINVILLE, Wash., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerA, a leader in enhancing interactive entertainment with officially licensed gaming accessories, is launching its newest controller: The Spectra Infinity Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S.
  • Following the massive success of the original Spectra Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox One, the Spectra Infinity shines even brighter with thousands of customizable color combinations featuring 20 vivid colors, a range of shades, and multiple LED effects.
  • Play Your Way with the Spectra Infinity, available now at all major retailers where gaming accessories are sold and PowerA.com for $44.99.
  • All PowerA products, including the Spectra Infinity Enhanced Wired Controller, are backed by a two-year limited warranty.

Sony Interactive Entertainment Acquires Housemarque, Developer of Recent PlayStation®5 Hit Returnal

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Software, Internet, Hardware, Consumer electronics, Licensing (Entertainment), Technology, Electronic Games, Entertainment, Video games, Video game consoles, Video gaming, Home video game consoles, Single-player video games, Housemarque, Returnal, Sony Interactive Entertainment, SIE, PlayStation, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Housemarque, SONY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT, HOUSEMARQUE

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced today that SIE has completed the acquisition of Housemarque Oy (Housemarque), a leading game developer and long-time partner of SIE.

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  • Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced today that SIE has completed the acquisition of Housemarque Oy (Housemarque), a leading game developer and long-time partner of SIE.
  • With the recent release of the hugely popular PlayStation 5 exclusive Returnal, Housemarque evolved its trademark style gameplay by weaving a haunting narrative into a 3D bullet-hell shooter.
  • Housemarque has flexed its creative palette on a wide range of PlayStation games over the years that have continually showcased the power of our hardware, said Jim Ryan, President & CEO, Sony Interactive Entertainment.
  • Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is responsible for the PlayStation brand and family of products and services.

Mediaplanet and DS Smith Team Up to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World

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Monday, June 28, 2021
Video game consoles, Articles, Environmentalism, Labels, Product management, Nintendo DS, Sustainability, Packaging and labeling

Supporting this effort is DS Smith , a leading provider of sustainable fiber-based packaging worldwide.

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  • Supporting this effort is DS Smith , a leading provider of sustainable fiber-based packaging worldwide.
  • Melanie Galloway, VP of Sales, Marketing, and Innovation for DS Smith North America said, "Switching from fossil-fuel based to fiber-based materials is not only good for the environment, it's good for business.
  • DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fiber-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and paper-making operations.
  • Its history can be traced back to the box-making businesses started in the 1940s by the Smith family.