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Microsoft has announced plans to remove the free VPN feature from its Microsoft Defender app.
The VPN, and Defender app, is currently included in all Microsoft 365 Personal and Family plans at no additional cost, but will be removed on 28 February 2025.
The VPN certainly wasn’t challenging any of thebest VPNs, but it was a handy additional feature and better than no VPN protection at all.
Short lived
Microsoft’s VPN hasn’t been around for long, having only beenintroduced in August 2024, but the tech giant has seemingly decided it isn’t worth continuing and are diverting resources elsewhere – Copilot AI by the looks of it.
On one of itssupport pages, Microsoft said: “Our goal is to ensure you, and your family remain safer online. We routinely evaluate the usage and effectiveness of our features. As such, we are removing the privacy protection feature and will invest in new areas that will better align to customer needs.”
It says no action is required by Windows, iOS, or macOS users to remove the VPN, but Android users will have to manually remove the feature if they no longer wish to see it. Not removing the feature won’t affect your device, or the remaining app protections, but the VPN will not be usable.
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Other Microsoft 365 protection features will remain unaffected. These include personal information and credit monitoring, 24/7 identity theft support, and up to $1 million identity insurance coverage – services very similar toExpressVPN’sIdentity DefenderandCredit ScannerandNordVPN’sNordProtect.
The VPN’s removal comes asMicrosoft increases the price of 365 plans in the US by 45%. The prices of personal and family plans will increase by $3 a month or $30 for annual subscriptions.
It appears as though the price hike is down to the inclusion of Copilot AI in the Microsoft 365 suite of apps. However users who don’t wish to access Copilot AI can opt to switch to the “basic plan” and won’t have to pay the increased subscription rate.
Apple product names can be quite perplexing. But here’s my decoder to help make sense of them
I loveAppleproducts. They’re sleek, they’re powerful, and in the immortal words of Steve Jobs, they “just work” (well, most of the time). But their naming strategy? It’s a wild ride.
Take the iPhone lineup, for instance. Remember when it was just “iPhone” followed by a number? Those were simpler times. Now along with theiPhone 16we recently got theiPhone 16 Pro Max, theiPhone 16 Proand theiPhone 16 Plus. Plus right now, we’re expecting the imminent appearance of theiPhone SE 4; like that cousin no-one’s quite sure how to introduce at family gatherings.
And let’s talk about those chips. The M1 made sense as a starting point. Then came M1 Pro and M1 Max – okay, still following. But then Apple threw in the M1 Ultra, which is essentially two M1 Max chips fused together. Just when you thought you had it figured out, they launched the M2 series, and now we’re deep into M3 and M4 territory, each with their own variants. It’s like a Russian nesting doll of processing power.
TheiPadfamily tree is another puzzle altogether. We’ve got theiPad Pro(in two sizes),iPad Air, iPad mini, and just… iPad. But wait – this basic / standard / entry-level iPad comes in different generations, and some older models are still sold new. Try explaining to your non-tech-savvy aunt why the 9th-generation iPad Air might actually be a better choice for her than the 10th-generation iPad Pro, depending on her needs and budget. To be honest, even your tech-savvy teenager might get lost at this point.
I could go on, but you get the point. Basically it’s all a hot mess. So I set myself the challenge of trying to create a decoder for Apple’s product naming system. Here’s what I came up with.
Indicates a higher-end, more powerful version. Usually the most expensive model in a series.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Pro, 2024), iPhone 16 Pro, Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
Air
Suggests a thinner, lighter, more portable version. Used to be much less powerful than the Pro versions, but the gap has narrowed in recent years.
Apple MacBook Air 13in (M3, 2024), iPad Air M2 2024
mini
Denotes a smaller, more compact version. Yes, the ‘m’ is meant to be lower case.
Mac mini M4 Pro, iPad mini (2024)
Max
Indicates the largest and/or most feature-rich version.
iPhone 16 Pro Max
Plus
Signifies a larger screen size and/or slightly enhanced features.
iPhone 16 Plus
SE
Stands for Special Edition: a more affordable version with some features of higher-end models.
iPhone SE (2022)
[Number] eg, 16
Used to denote the series that a product sits within.
iPhone 16, iPhone 15, iPhone 14
Series
With the Apple Watch specifically, the word ‘Series’ is attached to the number. Don’t ask me why.
Apple Watch Series 8
[Generation] eg, 6th generation
Indicates a version or iteration of a product.
iPad Air 13-inch (6th generation) – aka iPad Air 13-inch (2024)
[Year] eg, 2024
Alternative way of describing the generation. Sometimes Apple includes the year and the numbered generation in a product name, sometimes only one of these.
iPad Air 13-inch (2024) – aka iPad Air 13-inch (6th generation)
[Storage capacity] eg, 256GB
Fairly straightforward this one: specifies the amount of storage.
iPhone 16 Pro (256GB)
[Processor] eg, M1
Refers to the Apple-made processor inside the device.
Apple Mac Studio M2 (2023)
[M1/M2/M3/M4] Pro
More powerful version of the base M chip. More CPU and GPU cores.
MacBook Pro (M2 Pro)
[M1/M2/M3/M4] Max
Even more powerful than the “Pro” version. Highest core count, more memory bandwidth. ‘Max’ might imply ‘maximum’ but this is not actually the most powerful M-chip. That’s the Ultra, below.
MacBook Pro (M2 Max)
[M1/M2/M3/M4] Ultra
The most powerful M-series chip. Combines two M-Max chips.
Mac Studio (M2 Ultra)
This decoder, I should stress, is by no means perfect or foolproof. And it’s certainly not something that’s been approved by Apple. Because while the broad principles I’ve outlined in this table will get you some of the way, the company themselves doesn’t apply them universally across the board.
For instance, sometimes “Pro” means it’s the most powerful option (like with iPhones), but sometimes there’s an even more powerful “Max” or “Pro Max” version. Sometimes “Air” means it’s the slimmer, lighter option (MacBook Air), but the iPad Air actually sits in a middle ground between basic and Pro models.
The MacBook Air 13in (M3, 2024)
It gets even worse when it comes to Apple’s accessories. For instance, AirPods come in regular, Pro and Max varieties – but the Max is actually over-ear headphones, not pods at all. The Apple Pencil, meanwhile, has four versions that look different and charge differently, and they’re not compatible with all iPads.
The naming convention here (and I’m not making this up) begins: Apple Pencil (1st Generation), Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)… so far so good. But then suddenly it veers off into Apple Pencil (USB-C) and Apple Pencil Pro. Would you know that the third of these was the budget model, just from the name? Of course not. And you need a spreadsheet to figure out which Apple Pencil works with which iPad: the names here are no use at all.
There’s an excellent line-up of PS5 games set to launch in 2025. It’s certainly shaping up to be a very good year to be a PlayStation fan, with big releases likeGTA6 sure to impress onSony’s newest consoles.
New PS5 games will start coming out in the next few weeks, withCivilization 7kicking things off in style. In the rest of 2025, many exciting new games are still set to be announced – with some even likely to land on our list ofbest PS5 games. It’s a great time to be a PS5 owner for sure, especially when you consider that there’s even more to follow in late 2025 and into 2026.
Read on to learn the release dates for the biggest new PS5 games. As new release dates are revealed, or if certain games are delayed, this page will be updated. For now, here’s what you’ll be playing in the next 6 months or so, and beyond!.
New PS5 games 2025: this year’s most anticipated releases
Here’s a short list of 2025’sbiggest and mostanticipated new PS5 games. These all have release dates, which will be updated if there are delays or cancellations. As it’s still early on in the year, expect even more games to be announced as we go.
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 –February 4 (PS5, XSX|S, PC)
Doom: The Dark Ages tears its way onto PS5 in May. It’s a medieval prequel that sees the Doom Slayer armed with a new chainsaw-shield weapon. Oh, and you can ride a dragon.
Doom: The Dark Ages –May 15 (XSX|S, PS5, PC)
Sonic Wings Reunion –May 29 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
Return of the Savage Planet –May TBC (PC, XSX|S, XBO, PS5, PS4)
2025 and TBC
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Now for the games that, while we know are coming, have yet to receive full release dates. Hopefully we’ll hear more about the following games sooner rather than later.
Arc Raiders –2025
Borderlands 4 –2025
Dune Awakening –Early 2025 (PC)
GTA 6 –Fall 2025
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle –Spring 2025 (PS5)
Verdict The PS5 Slim offers the same great performance as the original PS5 but offers a superbly redesigned, slick aesthetic and smaller chassis. Combining this smaller footprint with the same performance, as well as some quality-of-life improvements such as a change in one port to USB-C and a slightly larger capacity SSD inside, makes the PS5 Slim an excellent console to buy in 2025 – especially as discounts and deals are becoming more regular. Pros +Same great PS5 performance +Smaller, more compact design +Great customization options with console covers +Slightly more usable storage is welcome +DualSense controller remains brilliant +Expansive game library Cons -DualSense battery life is still just OK -Vertical stand is an extra cost
The PS5 Slim picks up where the original launch model of the PS5 left off and offers a brilliant current-generation gaming experience. Adding a couple of quality-of-life improvements to the original and shrinking the footprint right down, while maintaining the excellent performance and experiences you would expect from a PS5, means this is still one of the verybest gaming consolesto buy.
The PS5 Slim launched at the same price that the original launch model PS5 had. This differs from the last generation when thePS4 Slimarrived with a slightly lower price tag, which was very welcome at the time. While that’s disappointing, the PS5 Slim is now the dominant variant of the console – coming in both disc and digital editions too -and discounts and deals are now frequent. As such, while we heartily recommend it at its list price, it can offer exceptional value for money.
The biggest changes with the PS5 Slim are indeed as its name would imply: its small footprint and form factor mean the PS5 Slim is around 30% smaller, which is welcome given the original’s heft. It’s of the same design language, but not exactly the same either. While the form of the PS5 Slim still features the fanned, larger end, the console’s shell is now split by a gap (‘filled in’ by the black plastic of the console’s main body underneath), making for four separate plates.
One small difference is the front ports both being USB-C on the Slim too, trading the launch model’s USB-A port for the second USB-C one. And apart from a slightly larger hard drive – the PS5 Slim sports a 1TB SSD as opposed to the original’s 825GB – it has the identical PS5 specs within it that offer that wonderful performance we’re used to from Sony’s current console. You’ve also got a host of customization options with the PS5 Slim, thanks to Sony releasing a wide number of different console covers that can be easily slotted on.
It is that performance, combined with the new design, that makes the PS5 Slim so easy to recommend. PS5 games run like a dream and with a library that’s bigger than ever, now offers more adventures than before. Sony’s first-party titles in particular are dreamy from a performance standpoint – whether you prefer resolution and detail or frame rate speed and smoothness. PlayStation 4 games also still run like a dream which means your backlog can be taken onto PS5 Slim with ease. TheDualSense Wireless controlleris still the same original one which is great for the haptic features that help make the PS5 stand out, but its battery life is still underwhelming.
The PS5 Slim doesn’t reinvent the PS5 by any means – that evolution is handled by the newPS5 Pro- but its new design makes it an exceptionally sleek version of Sony’s current-gen machine. With the same great performance, quality hardware and specs, and a larger-than-ever library, it’s an easy console to recommend.
Same price as the original PS5; regular offers are often available
The PS5 Slim is now the default PlayStation 5 model and is widely available in every region, replacing the launch model almost entirely. It took over the same price point and is thus a straight swap.
However, since the PS5 launched, several regions have been hit by PS5 price rises (sometimes multiple price rises) and the PS5 Slim represents the newer, adjusted price points in those countries, not the original one. The US price has remained the same, however. Offsetting this somewhat, now we’re into the console’s fifth year, is that deals and discounts on the PS5 Slim are becoming more frequent, with genuinely good bundles and offers being put on by Sony itself, as well as various retailers.
In the market, it’s priced almost identically to theXbox Series Xconsole, which has also seen some regional price rises. The PS5 Slim Digital Edition also now has direct competition from anXbox Series X Digital Editionconsole but undercuts itsMicrosoftcounterpart in price considerably.
Within the PlayStation 5 ecosystem itself, we now have the PS5 Pro to factor into the equation. Coming in at a mighty $699.99 / £699.99 the Pro is considerably more expensive than the Slim, and its performance and benefits are a little more niche, and for an enthusiast audience. As a result, the PS5 Slim offers good value in relation to its more powerful brethren, given the experiences it offers are still excellent.
Slick and chic design, more compact than that of the original
Detachable disc drive, and excellent controller
Wide choice of replaceable console covers for personalization
The main selling point of the PS5 Slim is indeed in its design, aesthetic, and form factor. Sony has a history of making refined, smaller, and slimmer versions of all its home consoles. so the PS5 getting the trimming-the-fat treatment was expected – and it delivers too, coming in at around 30% smaller than the launch model PS5.
There’s a similar design language here, however, with a flare remaining at one end (for the fans) and the sweeping curves of the PS5 hardware family remain across the Slim, making for a slick-looking form. The console’s covers are now in four parts, not two, with a gap between the plates forming a striking ‘black’ line across both the console’s top and bottom.
These, like the original, can be removed and swapped for others that Sony has made (or other third-party ones, if you fancy), meaning there are plenty of customization options to personalize your PS5 Slim. The disc drive is detachable by default too, so if you buy a digital variant and later decide to add a disc drive then that’s some extra flexibility right there.
While the vertical stand for the PS5 Slim is a nicer-looking, slicker metal ring, compared to the original’s bulky black plastic model, it doesn’t come with the console by default which is a mark against the console’s value. If you do buy the stand, the result is a console that looks sharper when standing upright compared to its predecessor. If you stick with horizontal orientation, you can rely on the two small cheapish-lookin plastic feet that are provided.
In terms of features present on the Slim, it is exactly the same, spec-wise, as the original model apart from two minor quality-of-life amendments; one internal, one external. The internal change is that of a boost to storage, with the PS5 Slim being equipped with a 1TB SSD compared to the launch model’s custom 825GB drive.
PS5 Slim review: Performance
Excellent gaming experiences and performance
Haptics and triggers on the DualSense are superb
Fantastic interface and intuitive user experience
Much like how the original PS5 won us over with its excellent gaming performance, the PS5 Slim continues that and offers the same breathtaking experiences. Thebest PS5 gamesrun beautifully with adventures such asGod of War Ragnarok,Horizon Forbidden West,Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart,Astro Bot, andMarvel’s Spider-Man 2being particular first-party highlights that really take advantage of the PS5’s hardware.
PS4 gamesrun like a dream on the PS5 Slim too, and the same backward compatibility level with the previous gen’s discs and digital titles remains a simple part of the day-to-day PS5 experience. I’ve been revisitingDoom(2016)recently, for example, and the extra boost to loading times in particular makes it a joy to play. The PS5 Game Boost mode will also improve performance across the board (in principle) for PS5 games, and makes some games run smoother, with faster frame rates, or in higher resolution – or a combination of all of those.
You can even experience older games on your PS5 with the updated and modern arrangement of Sony’sPS Plussubscription. The top premium level can give you access to PS3 game streaming from the cloud, as well as some select PS1 and PS2 games to download. While perhaps not quite as generous or deep as Microsoft’sXbox Game Pass, aPS Plus subscriptiondoes make the experience of having a PS5 Slim even better and feels essential.
On that note of streaming and downloading games, it is worth noting that in all my testing, on Wi-Fi and Ethernet, I still never get close to my actual download speed on the PS5. This is something I have experienced on every PS5 I have owned sadly, and not a problem on Xbox Series X.
On a practical performance level, using the PS5 Slim is a joy too. It’s incredibly simple to set up, and transfer files from one to another if need be, and removing the console covers to access the M.2PS5 SSDslot or change them entirely is very easy, and quite satisfying. The extra USB-C port and slightly larger SSD means that day-to-day usage is improved too, and benefits the whole experience.
TheDualSense, while exactly the same as it was in 2020 – there’s no V2 like there was with thePS4’s DualShock 4 controller, sadly – remains absolutely excellent. While a generally top gamepad, the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers continue to feel brilliant. The PS5 Slim is compatible with all PS5 (and almost all PS4) accessories too, so if you own any from a previous machine from this or last generation then these will be able to be used on a PS5 Slim.
This is made extra simple because the UI andoperating systemlayout are identical to the launch PS5 – and PS5 Pro. Navigating the PS5 Slim, from games to screenshots, and from streaming apps to save files and deeper settings is simple and intuitive. There are also now more customization options on offer with the UI being honed and enhanced since the launch model’s initial release.
Thus, the PS5 Slim is an easy recommendation. It’d be an easy recommendation if the launch model of the PS5 existed still, but now that it has taken over the position of the ‘standard’ console from its predecessor – and improved on it slightly – it’s the easiest current-gen console recommendation I can make right now.
Should I buy the PS5 Slim?
Buy it if…
You want the best value PlayStation console available With the PS5 Pro now out in the wild, but the PS5 Slim offering an exceptional gaming experience still, this is the model to get if you want great bang for your buck and aren’t chasing the most powerful console going.
You’re looking for a customizable PS5 console With it being the standard model, there are now multiple options for console cover colors that also match with an expanded set of DualSense controllers giving you more control over your setup’s aesthetic than ever before.
You’re looking for a top console packed with great experiences The PS5 game library is larger than ever in 2025 and is filled with awesome, memorable, and expansive experiences and the PS5 Slim is easily the best way to enjoy these – and best value way when regular discounts and deals come around too.
You want the best current controller The PS5’s DualSense controller is one of the most interesting and best-ever pads made for a console, and you’ll get the absolute most and best out of it on PS5. The haptic feedback in particular is a dream, while the adaptive triggers also offer further immersion.
Don’t buy it if…
You need the most powerful PlayStation console going right now If you do want the most performant console from Sony right now, then you’re better off considering the PS5 Pro with its beefier specs and a more capable feature set, and quality of life improvements offering the best PlayStation experience money can buy right now.
You are happy with your launch model PS5 If you’re content with your launch model PlayStation 5 then there’s almost literally no reason to change to the Slim, with the two models being almost identical apart from a port, and a bit of internal storage.
Also consider…
If you’re still undecided about committing to the PS5 Slim, then here are two fine alternatives to consider for console gaming in 2025.
PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution Upscaling)
Some FSR-compatible games
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Ethernet, 2 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A
1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Ethernet, 2 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A
1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Ethernet, 3 x USB-A, 1 x storage expansion
PS5 Pro Sony’s mid-generation upgrade to the PS5 Slim is a great alternative to the Slim for those looking for more power and to be on the cutting edge of PlayStation tech. If you’re looking to get the absolute maximum out of your PlayStation games, and have the most performant console giving the most complete PlayStation experience then the Pro could be for you.
Xbox Series X Microsoft’s most powerful current-generation console is a great machine in 2025 and is perfect for anyone looking to combine a fine library of Xbox games with Xbox Game Pass. If you’re on the lookout for the best Xbox experience on the market right now, complete with its excellent asymmetrical controller, then this is the console to go for.
This weekMicrosoft announceda Windows 11 update that finally lets you access your iPhone from the Start Menu, similar to the already existing Android phone access from last year.
The update lets you view your iPhone’s battery status, cellular connectivity and recent activities within Windows 11. It also allows you to access calls and messages.
Additionally, the update allows users to share files between Android and iPhone devices. You can select ‘Send Files’ when accessing your phone to begin transferring content.
The setup process is pretty straightforward.
Open up the Start menu and then select ‘iPhone’ which is found in the right side panel. Instructions will pop and you just follow those to create a connection between your iPhone and computer.
As of this writing, the feature is rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels. To use it, you must have one of the Windows 11 Insider Preview builds: Build 4805 or higher for Beta Insiders and Build 26120.300 or higher for Devs.
You must also have Phone Link version 1.24121.30.0 or higher, and your PC needsBluetoothLE capabilities.
It doesn’t appear that everyone will be available to access this feature. If you are running Windows 11 Pro Education or Education SKUs, you will not be able to access the update.
We’re just under a week away from the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra release day, and with that comes a choice many Android phonemakers will have to make: Will you buy the phone, or skip it and choose something else instead?
Frankly, for me at least, it’s a pretty easy decision to make.
The answer is a resounding no, and it’s all down to the fact that the Galaxy S25 Ultra is one of the blandest upgrades I’ve seen over the past couple of years. Beaten only by theiPhone 14, which was essentially aniPhone 13with some very minor upgrades.
It’s getting to the point where I’m wondering whether my money would be better spent buying aGalaxy S24 Ultrainstead.
Galaxy S25 Ultra doesn’t feel like much of an upgrade
Here’s a quick design comparison between the new Galaxy S25 Ultra (left) and last year’s Galaxy S24 Ultra (right). Notice the smaller bezels and more rounded corners on the S25U.
When you look at the Galaxy S25 Ultra specs, and compare them to last year’s model, there isn’t a whole lot of what I’d consider “new” stuff. The screen is marginally bigger at 6.9-inches, and the chipset has been upgraded to a newer and faster model. There’s alsoa version of Qi2, though it relies on a specialist case if you want the magnetic benefits.
Really the only major hardware upgrade is the 50MP ultrawide camera. That’s a useful upgrade, even if it is long overdue, and it’s going to help the Galaxy S25 Ultra claim a position on our best camera phones page. But it’s not the kind of upgrade that makes buying a whole new phone worthwhile.
In fact there are a couple of places where the Galaxy S25 Ultra is either a downgrade compared to last year or still not on par with some of its main rivals.
The S Pen is proving to be the most infamous of these, withSamsung stripping out the Bluetooth functionalityand related features from the stylus — claiming they weren’t popular enough to keep around. Samsung claims that aBluetooth enabled pen will go on sale as a standalone product, but that feels like a price hike with extra steps.
Aria also pointed outthat the loss of Air Gestures meant that the Galaxy S25’s desktop mode (DeX) isn’t nearly as useful this time around. So it’s no surprise that it hasn’t stopped apetition trying to return the decisionfrom appearing.
Other notable omissions include any meaningful rise in wireless charging speeds, which is still stuck at 15W. The maximum amount of RAM available in the U.S. is also 12GB, despite rumors that a 16GB model could make an appearance. RAM is very important for on-device AI, and we’re seeing other Android flagships like thePixel 9 Proboost its memory up to 16GB. Given how much Samsung has emphasized AI in theGalaxy S25series, it’s a massive surprise that the Ultra model now has the same amount of RAM as the standard and Plus models.
There’s more to a phone than mere hardware, and software does play a big part in what the device can do. Unfortunately it’s unclear whether the Galaxy S25 offers much that won’t also come to older phones.
Samsung has spent a great deal of time discussing how the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s software can benefit the phone and its users. AI in particular has been at the forefront of Samsung’s marketing, offering up a bunch of waysGalaxy AI is improving this year.
A big part of how Galaxy AI has changed involves the addition of AI agents, and multimodal capabilities that allow Galaxy AI to see and understand multiple kinds of input — including speech, text, images and video. All with the aim of making the process of communicating with AI more natural. It’s a big change for Samsung, even if these aren’t particularly unique capabilities.
For all the benefits Samsung has been lauding, it’s unclear whether these improvements are general upgrades to Galaxy AI — or features kept exclusively for the Galaxy S25 series. Samsung hasn’t been particularly clear on this point, and the last thing anyone wants is to pick up a new $1,300 phone only to find that all its best features are also available on the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
On the one hand Samsung does have theSnapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which promises to offer greater performance and helps power more advanced on-device AI processing. But on the other hand, we’ve already seen that some features, like theNow Bar, are already available as part of theOne UI 7 beta— meaning it’s available (in some form) on the year-old Galaxy S24 Ultra as well. Likewise improvements to Circle to Search and otherGoogle-made AI features are likely to make their way to Pixels and other Android phones in the coming weeks and months.
Not knowing what the future holds for Galaxy AI, and other software flourishes, makes me even more hesitant to take the plunge and pick up a Galaxy S25 Ultra. We don’t know what One UI 7 has in store for older Galaxy phones, and if last year is anything to go by we could see a bunch of new AI features and upgrades make their way to older phones.
Heck, even theSamsung Galaxy A35supportssome Galaxy AI features— and that’s $900 cheaper than the S25 Ultra. And bearing all that in mind, it has me seriously doubting whether the Galaxy S25 Ultra is worth it.
Bottom line
If you have an older phone, or maybe even a mid-range model then perhaps the S25 Ultra will be a worthwhile upgrade. There’s a lot on offer here, and while it does cost a lot, I have no doubt that the S25 Ultra will be one of the best phones you can buy. But that doesn’t change the fact that this is a very disappointing upgrade, and it feels like Samsung hasn’t tried that hard to give us a substantial upgrade.
Whether its downgrades to the S Pen, minimal extra hardware, or software that could easily come to older phones in the near future, the Galaxy S25 Ultra doesn’t really seem to have a unique selling point. Worse still the rounded design means that it’s lost its visual distinctiveness compared to other phones.
If you’re spending $1,300 on a brand new phone, the last thing you need is either the same thing as last year, or something that doesn’t stand out against the competition. Unfortunately the Galaxy S25 Ultra seems to hit both those boxes.
Microsoft Copilot 365 marks the end of an iconic brand.
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It’s often a sign of a misguided rebrand when people continue to use a brand’s old name months or even years afterwards (Elon Muskmight want to take note forX). Microsoft’s suite of office apps is a prime example. For many, it will always have the utilitarian, easily comprehensible name of Microsoft Office, despite the tech giant’s strange insistence on trying to change that.
In 2022,Microsoft Office became Microsoft 365in a rebranding that did little more than confuse users. In recognition of the power of the name it was trying to kill, evenMicrosoftcontinued to call the package ‘Microsoft 365 (Office)’ in theAppleApp Store and Android Play Store until a couple of days ago. But now the iconic ‘Office’ name has been dropped completely as Microsoft 365 becomes Microsoft Copilot 365. And to make things even more confusing, the office suite now has the same logo as Microsoft’s AI chatbot.
The Copilot logo (left), and the new logo for Microsoft Copilot 365 (formerly the Microsoft 365 (Office) app)(Image credit: Microsoft)
Ostensibly, the rebrand is intended to highlight the addition of Copilot AI integration into well-known Microsoft Office apps like Word and Excel. But said integration isn’t exactly anything to shout about yet. So far, much of the feedback from users involves complaints about the price hike and people wanting to know how to turn off an AI assistant they see as a glorified resurrection of Clippy (perhaps we underestimated the AI potential of Microsoft’s anthropomorphic paperclip).
As for the logo, the icon for Microsoft Copilot 356 (formerly the Microsoft 365 (Office) app) is differentiated from the existing Copilot icon only by the addition of a ‘M365’ label. That makes it easy to open the AI bot by mistake when you want to use an Office app. Microsoft could have learned from the reaction to the array of similar-looking Google logos that users like icons to be distinguishable from each other to help them find the app they’re looking for.
“You made a nice logo for Microsoft 365 and got everything looking nice only to confuse people with another pointless rebrand that uses the same name for every product,” one user complained onTwitter– I mean X – on Friday.
The move follows the rebranding of Microsoft’s Surface line of tablets and laptops asCopilot+ PCslast year. That was a bizarre decision in itself, akin to releasing a computer in 1983 and calling it a ‘Microsoft Word PC’. Only that Microsoft Word was a fully functioning product when it was released on the world; Copilot is very much a work in progress.
I don’t believe that Microsoft can truly think that its AI chatbot is so appealing that people will run out to buy a new PC or download a software package on the back of its name. It seems more likely that the company is thinking the other way around, adding the Copilot name to everything in an attempt to get people to notice and care about a product that so far doesn’t do much that Chat GPT can’t do.
There’s a risk to this. As Jez Cordon points out over atWindows Centralthere’s a danger that the entire Microsoft ecosystem, including the more solid products, could become tarnished if people deem Copilot to be a useless gimmick.
The new name for Microsoft Office follows a string of strange and confusing naming decisions from Microsoft. After the tongue-twistingXbox Series X, the company more recently renamed Microsoft Remote Desktop as Windows App. Meanwhile, its web portal has reverted toMSNafter the spectacular failure of the rebrand to Microsoft Start. Perhaps it should start asking its AI Copilot for ideas.
I think this is as close as we’ve gotten to smartphones being able to replace digital cameras.
I spent some time in Slovenia this week with Honor, and captured some stunning landscape shots of Lake Bled (one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen) using nothing but one of thebest camera phones– the new Honor Magic 7 Pro.
It’s not a secret that I have always considered theSamsung GalaxyS24 Ultra as the ultimate camera phone, especially thanks to the latest advancements in AI imaging tools. But more recently I’ve been questioning the quality of this camera the more that I’ve gotten to use alternatives from competitors, including some of thebest iPhones for photography.
I decided to putHonor’s new Magic 7 Proto the test during my time in Slovenia, with a camera phone shootout against my current smartphone, the S24 Ultra. To keep things fair, I used the same aspect ratio when shooting these images and the same resolution wherever possible. Take a look at the 100% unedited image sliders (move the slider to see the full image) and galleries below for the results of this ultimate camera phone shootout.
The Honor Magic 7 Pro only has a 50MP main camera, compared with the 200MP main camera on my Samsung S24 Ultra. However, the Honor Magic 7 Pro benefits from a larger aperture at f/1.4, compared with Samsung’s f/1.7, meaning it can take in much more light.
Honor also seems to have the upper hand against Samsung when it comes to the telephoto camera, with a 200MP f/2.6 72mm periscope lens with the intelligent AI Super Zoom, compared with the S4 Ultra’s 50 MP f/3.4 111mm periscope lens. Both phone cameras offer 100x zoom, and I was eager to put this to the challenge.
As you can see from the image galleries above, both of these are exceptional camera phones (though the beautiful Slovenian landscapes certainly help). I found that my Samsung S24 Ultra produced the sharpest unedited results in most cases, though only by a fraction, whereas the Honor Magic 7 Pro produced the best final image with AI enhancements made for more vibrant colours and hues.
The Super Zoom on the Honor Magic 7 has amazing potential, but I don’t think it’s quite there yet. You can blatantly tell that AI has been used to fill in the gaps, and I think the result looks more like an abstract painting for now than a real image.
The verdict:I think if you’re someone who likes to edit and tweak images yourself for the best result then the S24 Ultra offers the best starting point with RAW capabilities. But if you’re looking for a shot that’sInstagram-ready from the get-go then Honor’s Magic 7 Pro takes the crown.
In the PS5 vs. Xbox Series X debate, it’s a battle of design, specs, games and price
The Sony PlayStation 5 brings a bevy of must-play exclusive titles, such as Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and God of War: Ragnarok. The system features quick load times, in addition to high-resolution visuals and fluid frame rates. The DualSense controller features innovative haptics, but the console itself can be unwieldy. And even the PS5 Slim model doesn’t entirely rectify its design issues. But it does sport a larger hard drive.
For
Incredibly fast SSD
Wildly inventive DualSense controller
Gorgeous 4K visuals
Against
Massive, unwieldy design
Controller may feel too big for some
The Xbox Series X is the most powerful game console currently available, featuring detailed graphics, fluid frame rates and rapid load times. The device also sports a fantastic game library, with backwards compatibility going back to the original Xbox. With the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription service, the Series X could be the centerpiece of a robust gaming ecosystem, but first-party exclusives are a mixed bag.
For
The only Xbox you need
Lots of power
Games load very fast
Against
Few quality exclusives
Large and heavy
It’s now almost four years since the launch of the ninth console generation, and thePS5vsXbox Series Xbattle rages on with fanboys on both sides eager to declare their chosen machine the superior hardware. Each machine’s lifecycles is more than halfway done (we’ll be talkingPS6and the next Xbox soon), but the battle continues.
As our reviews explain, we were impressed with both consoles at launch, and over the last few years, things have only gotten better as both have been upgraded via system updates to iron out some of the initial kinks and add new features. Naturally, this has come alongside a slew of excellent games, with cross-platform games available on both, as well as those all-important exclusive titles that can’t be played on any other console.
If you have the luxury of buying both consoles, you’ll have everything you need for an epic gaming setup. But if you can only choose one, you’ll want to find out which one is best for you. That’s why we’re comparing the two consoles head-to-head, and without spoiling the results, even more than four years after release, it continues to be a very close contest between these two high-quality current-gen consoles.
Read on to discover how each system fares as we make our verdict on the PS5 vs. Xbox Series X debate.
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Horizon: Forbidden West, God of War Ragnarök
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Halo Infinite, Starfield, Forza Horizon 5
Backwards Compatibility
Almost all PS4 games, including optimized PS4 Pro titles
All Xbox One games / Select Xbox 360 and original Xbox games
CPU
8-core 3.5 GHz AMD Zen 2
8-core, 3.8 GHz AMD Zen 2
GPU
10.3 teraflop AMD RDNA 2
12.0 teraflop AMD RDNA 2
RAM
16 GB GDDR6
16 GB GDDR6
Storage
825 GB custom SSD; 1TB (PS5 Slim)
1 TB custom NVMe SSD
Resolution
Up to 8K
Up to 8K
Frame Rate
Up to 120 fps
Up to 120 fps
Optical Disc Drive
4K UHD Blu-ray (Standard PS5 only)
4K UHD Blu-ray
While the specs are handy to know, they only tell part of the story when it comes to performance. As such, this section isn’t scored. However, we can say that the Xbox Series X has more powerful hardware, in terms of both GPU and SSD. Check out the performance section to see how this hardware performs in action.
The Xbox Series X slightly edges the PS5 in terms of raw power, but the PlayStation just got a major weapon to fight back in the form of thePS5 Pro…
During the PS4 and Xbox One generation both PlayStation and Xbox launched more powerful hardware in 2016 (PS4 Pro and Xbox One X) typically referred to as “mid-gen upgrades”. These functioned as interstitial machines to hold gamers and developers over until the PS5 and Xbox Series X generation began in 2020.
However, this time around, it looks like onlySonyhas opted to repeat strategy with its freshly launched PS5 Pro landing 2024. This suped-up PS5 packs a more powerful GPU (with 67% more Compute Units), additional RAM (an extra 2GB DDR5) and a jumbo-sized 2TB hard drive. Plus uses a new AI-upscaling tool, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). It’s not just the most powerful PlayStation hardware around, but also the most powerful console, period.
It makes tangible improvements to a whole bunch of thebest PS5 gamesfrom blockbuster exclusives likeMarvel’s Spider-Man 2andDemon’s Souls, to cross-platform releases such asStar Wars Jedi: SurvivorandDragon’s Dogma 2. The PS5 Pro now offers the best visual fidelity and performance level across many of the biggest games of this console generation.
However, all this extra horsepower comes with a steep price. The PS5 Pro costs a whopping $699 at launch, $200 more than the base PS5 or Xbox Series X and more than double the cost of theXbox Series S(though the power disparity between the two is big). Furthermore, the PS5 Pro doesn’t include a disc drive so prepare to pay an extra $79 if you want to play physical PS5 game discs as you’ll need to purchase a separate attachable disc drive.
While the MSRP of a PS5 Pro is higher than I’d like, it’s still a fantastic machine for the most dedicated gamers, and that’s why I gave it an Editor’s Choice award in myPS5 Pro reviewand would recommend it to those who aren’t constrained by a budget. So, if raw power is your determining factor when picking between PS5 and Xbox Series X, I suggest forking out for a PS5 Pro.
(Editor’s note: I’m not going to count this section in the final scorecard as the Xbox Series X doesn’t have an equivalent to the PS5 Pro so it would be an unfair comparison.)
Both the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X cost $499 apiece. Since the two systems are very similar, this category would seem to be a tie at first glance. However, the standard PS5 and Xbox Series X are not the only variants available. There’s also the $399 PS5 Digital Edition and the $299 Xbox Series S.
The PS5 and the PS5 Digital Edition are identical, save for a 4K Blu-ray physical disc drive in the former. The latter has no disc drive, as the name suggests. On the other hand, theXbox Series Shas significantly different hardware from the Xbox Series X: a less powerful GPU, a smaller SSD, less RAM and so forth.
As such, both consoles have cheaper variants, and both the PS5 Digital Edition and the Xbox Series S have legitimate applications: the former for digital diehards, the latter for casual players or secondary setups. Still, since the Xbox Series S isn’t merely a variation on the Series X, but rather its own separate console, it’s a different proposition compared to the PS5 Digital Edition.
The PS5 and Xbox Series X game library are shaping up nicely. And four years post-launch, we have largely moved beyond cross-generation titles. The PS5 boasts a bevy of high-quality exclusives, some of which are available on the PS4, while the Xbox Series X is a little weaker in this area. However, the gap is closing thanks to Microsoft’s game-changing acquisitions of ZeniMax media and Activision-Blizzard this generation giving their exclusive library a huge boost. But there’s an added wrinkle thatsomeof these titles are also on PS5.
Spider-Man: Miles Morales(Image credit: Sony)
At present, it’s hard to deny that the PS5 has the more exciting game selection. In terms of first-party titles, the PS5 launched withSpider-Man: Miles Morales, Demon’s Souls, Sackboy: A Big Adventure and the surprisingly delightfulAstro’s Playroom, and things have only got stronger from there.
Over the past four years, we’ve seen the arrival ofRatchet & Clank: Rift Apart,Returnal,Gran Turismo 7,Horizon Forbidden Westand the mightyGod of War: Ragnarok. Plus, throw inMarvel’s Spider-Man 2andFinal Fantasy 16which launched only on PS5 in 2023, and 2024 started strong withThe Last of Us Part II Remasteredfollowed byHelldivers 2,Final Fantasy VII Rebirth,Stellar BladeandRise of the Ronin. Then we gotSilent Hill 2andAstro Bot, which both found their way into my personal GOTY rankings.
Compare and contrast with the Xbox Series X, which didn’t have any exclusive titles at launch. Instead, Microsoft released a list of 30 “optimized for Xbox Series X/S” titles, including fan favorites like Gears 5, Ori and the Will of the Wisps and Forza Horizon 4. While the Xbox Series X optimizations are indeed impressive, not all of these games are brand new, and they’re all available on Xbox One, PC or both.
(Image credit: Sega)
A handful of semi-exclusive Xbox Series X titles, such asMicrosoft Flight Simulator,Halo InfiniteandForza Horizon 5all showed off what the system is capable of, though. But things improved further in 2023 with the (underrated, in my opinion)Starfieldand Forza Motorsport 8 leading the charge.
There was alsoRedfallin the spring, but the less said about that one, the better.Senua’s Saga: Hellblade IIwas another disappointing release that felt more like a tech demo to showcase the power of the Series X than a fully fleshed game. But at least Xbox ended 2024 with a flourish in the form ofIndiana Jones and the Great Circle,one of the year’s stand-out releases. But its status as an exclusive won’t last long. It’s heading over to PS5 in Spring 2025.
Beyond that, both consoles are well-stocked with third-party titles, likeElden Ring,Assassin’s Creed Mirage,EA Sports FC 25,Star Wars Jedi Survivor,Dragon’s Dogma 2,Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty,Metaphor: ReFantzioand lots more. Strong third-party parity is likely to continue throughout the generation. Both systems also have excellent backwards compatibility features, although I’ll get to that below.
(Image credit: Xbox)
It’s also worth mentioningXbox Game Pass Ultimate, to which Sony doesn’t currently have a perfect answer. This $17-per-month subscription service lets you download more than 100 games across a variety of genres, and play them on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC and even Android.
Sony, meanwhile, has thePlayStation Plus Premiumtier, which offers hundreds of games to download and/or stream from the PS1, PS2, PS3, PS4, PS5 and PSP platforms. The functionality is not nearly as refined asGame Pass, but the raw game library is bigger, so take it for what it’s worth.
Of course, both systems will also have some interesting games coming down the line. But restricting ourselves to what we can play and review right now, the PS5 has the stronger lineup, but the Xbox Series X is quickly making up ground on this front.
Winner:PS5
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: Performance
Comparing PS5 and Xbox Series X performance is difficult at present, as We does not have the specialized equipment required to measure resolution and frame rate in great depth.
Bearing that in mind, I compared two games qualitatively across both systems: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition. The former is a huge open-world title, where it’s easy to measure load times as you fast travel from one distant point of the map to another. The latter is a fast, frenetic action game, where any drop in framerate is immediately noticeable.
First: Sony’s ambitious claims about the PS5’s load times aren’t exaggerated, as far as I can tell. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla went from the main menu into the game in less than a minute; fast travel took less than 10 seconds from point to point. However, while the Xbox Series X took longer to load the game initially (almost a minute), fast travel time was exactly the same.
Gameplay-wise, if you handed me an ambiguous controller and put either the PS5 or Xbox Series X version of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla on a screen in front of me, I honestly wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. Both systems ran the game at 4K at 60 frames per second (although I understand that the 4K isprobably upscaledin both cases), and neither one seemed to have any major difference in animation fluidity, lighting, etc. Texture pop-in seemed a little more noticeable on the Xbox Series X, although that may have just been the area I was in.
Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition told a similar story, although this time, I was able to discern some slight differences in the lighting. While both the PS5 and Xbox Series X offer ray tracing, the Xbox Series X’s ray tracing in this game was a little richer, offering greater contrasts between light and shadow, particularly in the game’s early, eerie red-and-purple landscapes. (Digital Foundryfound the same thing, with some stats to back it up.) The Xbox Series X also seemed a little bit smoother when I turned on the 120 fps performance mode, although again, I’d be hard-pressed to tell the two titles apart if I didn’t know which one was in front of me.
Evaluating performance with these two games is difficult, however, because they were both designed with PS4 and Xbox One in mind rather than PS5 and Xbox Series X exclusively. While I can also talk about how impressive games like Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Gears 5 looked, they’re not possible to compare directly.
For now, I can say that the two consoles both perform extremely well, although the PS5 has slightly shorter loading times.
Winner:PS5
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: Design
For the most part, whether you like a console’s design comes down to personal preference. But my personal preference is that I cannot stand how the PS5 looks.
Not only is the system comically large; but it’s also a pain to switch from vertical to horizontal configuration, and the standard version sports an ugly, asymmetrical design. Even after sitting under my TV for three years, the PS5 still looks awkward. Adding to my frustrations, the front panel is prone to fingerprints and the “power” and “disc eject” buttons are indistinguishable, which is a minor gripe but annoying.
Last year, Sony released a redesigned version of the PS5 console that was dubbed thePS5 Slimby online commentators — although Sony has never officially given it that branding.
It shrinks the size of the console by some 30%, which at the very least makes it a slightly less cumbersome console to fit into your entertainment center. However, the overall design aesthetic is the same, so it’s just a smaller version of an already unattractive console.
(Image credit: Sony)
It also packs a few additional upgrades including a larger SSD (now 1TB instead of 825GB), and an external disc drive that is detachable. That means you can buy a Digital Edition and add an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive at a later date, so long as you’re willing to pay $99 for one.
Unfortunately, the PS5 Slim also comes with afew downgrades, most noticeable is that a vertical stand is no longer included as standard. While you get a basic horizontal stand in the box, if you want to securely place your PS5 console upright you’ll need to spend an additional $25, or buy a cheaper third-party alternative, if you’re willing to risk compatibility issues.
The Xbox Series X, on the other hand, is still pretty bulky but manages its space much better. Rather than looking like an oversized router, the Xbox Series X is a sleek black box that looks, at least in its vertical form, kind of like a small tower PC. It has a clearly defined power button, as well as a pairing button to make wireless connections painless.
Microsoft has also launchedthree new models of Xboxin 2024. While one is merely a recolor of the Xbox Series S 1TB, the others are full-featured Xbox Series X consoles. The first packs a new Robot White look but lacks a disc drive, and the other is the Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition.
As the name suggests it’s the Xbox Series X console we know but with a nifty new cosmetic-themed design (Microsoft describes it as featuring a “silver, grey, and green celestial effect”) and the largest stock hard drive on Xbox console to date. With 2TB of storage, you can store literally dozens of new AAA games.
(Image credit: Microsoft)
The only big advantage the PS5 has over the Xbox Series X is the presence of a USB-C port — which is a big deal, especially as more accessories get USB-C adapters. But even if the Xbox Series X design is much more conservative, it’s also much more sensible overall. And even the PS5 Slim cannot tip the needle in Sony’s favor here.
Winner:Xbox Series X
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: Controller
Another area in which theXbox Series X plays it safe, to its credit, is in its controller. The Xbox Series X controller is nearly identical to the Xbox One model, save for textured grips and shoulder buttons, an improved D-pad and a new “share” button in the center.
It’s a smart upgrade for one of the best controllers ever made. Still, the fact that it runs on AA batteries instead of a built-in rechargeable unit feels positively archaic, and also pasts a lot of cost onto the end-user, whether they choose to buy AAs or rechargeable packs.
The PS5 DualSense, on the other hand, is a big departure from the DualShock 4, with a two-tone color scheme and much bigger grips. It also adds a variety of new features: extremely sensitive haptics and a built-in mic among them.
The haptic feedback is impressive, mimicking the feel of objects rolling around in a box, or putting up realistic resistance when you push a trigger. However, the DualSense still has a ton of wasted space (particularly in the touchpad), and the enjoyment you’ll get from the haptics is a matter of personal preference.
PS5 owners looking to level up their gaming might also want to consider investing in theDualSense Edge. It’s a highly customizable version of the standard DualSense sporting metallic back buttons, swappable sticks and a sturdier design. All these new upgrades come at the hefty price of $120, and the controller’s already weak battery life takes a hit. You can expect around five hours from a full charge of the Edge.
Winner:Tie
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: Backwards compatibility
Both the PS5 and the Xbox Series X have excellent backwards compatibility features, but there’s no denying that the Xbox reaches further back into Microsoft’s library. Not only is the Xbox Series X compatible with just about every Xbox One game; it’s also compatible with many Xbox 360 and original Xbox games. While it doesn’t include every stab Microsoft’s ever taken at backwards-compatible games (the Xbox 360 still plays many original Xbox games that the Series X can’t), it’s an impressive effort with zero friction.
The PS5 can play just about every PS4 game on the market, but compatibility doesn’t go back any further than that unless you count the ability to stream a very small selection of PS3 games via PlayStation Plus Premium. Still, it’s not quite the same as playing games you already own directly on a console (and depending on the strength of your internet connection may not be viable).
Winner:Xbox Series X
PS5 vs Xbox Series X: Cloud gaming
Cloud gaming isn’t a huge issue for either the PS5 or the Xbox Series X, since you can simply download games and play them natively on either platform. But as cloud gaming grows over the next few years, it’s good to know where each company stands at the outset of this console generation.
The PS5 has the PlayStation Plus revamp, which lets you stream a variety of PS3 titles, as well as some PS4 titles, to PlayStation consoles and PCs. It costs $10 per month for a tier that includes streaming capabilities.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate(Image credit: Microsoft)
The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, as discussed above, costs $15 per month, and lets you stream games to Android, iOS, non-gaming PCs and even Xbox consoles.
While the PlayStation Plus revamp has some potential, Xbox Cloud Gaming is currently a much more refined and functional service.
Winner:Xbox Series X
PS5 vs Xbox Series X: Verdict
PS5
Xbox Series X
Price (10)
8
8
Games (20)
19
15
Performance (15)
13
12
Design (10)
6
8
Controller (10)
7
7
Backwards compatibility (10)
7
9
Cloud gaming (5)
3
4
Total (80)
63
63
At this point in their lifecycle, both PS5 and Xbox Series X represent an excellent investment. The Xbox Series X has a slight edge when it comes to raw power, design and backward compatibility, but the PS5 is the leader in arguably the most important category of all as it boasts a game library that Xbox simply cannot match at present.
Perhaps the key determining factor between the two comes down to whether you want access to a more comprehensive game subscription service. Xbox Game Pass simply cannot be matched for its value and the fact that flagship exclusive land on the service day one. Meanwhile, if you don’t mind buying new games ala carte, then PS5 is the clear winner as its library of exclusives is of the highest quality.
Plus, the PS5 also offers access to next-gen virtual reality tech via thePS VR2headset accessory. Currently, Microsoft does not have an equivalent VR product of its own for Xbox users.
From having used both consoles extensively over the last few years, my gut feeling is that they have more similarities than differences, and whichever one you get should be more than sufficient to power your gaming for the next few years. Of course, you could always justbuild a gaming PC— but that’s a different story.
It’s a smart upgrade for one of the best controllers ever made. Still, the fact that it runs on AA batteries instead of a built-in rechargeable unit feels positively archaic, and also pasts a lot of cost onto the end-user, whether they choose to buy AAs or rechargeable packs.
