Tech Bytes: Microsoft raising prices on Xbox gaming console and games
In today’s Tech Bytes, President Trump’s tariffs are now impacting gamers. Microsoft has just announced a significant price hike for its Xbox consoles, controllers, accessories, and select games, citing market conditions and rising development costs. The price of the Xbox Series X has increased by $100.
Spotify is moving quickly after a court ruled against Apple. The music streaming service says it has submitted a new update to its app that includes an external link for purchasing subscriptions. This update came just hours after a judge ruled that Apple must allow external payment links.
Finally, semi-trucks are now making deliveries between Dallas and Houston, Texas, with no one behind the wheel. Autonomous trucking firm Aurora announced the initial deliveries after years of testing. It is the first company to successfully operate a driverless truck service on public roads.