Neowin News Feed for: Elite

New leaks show off next-gen Xbox Elite Controller

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 18:16:01 +0000

Leaked images coming out of China purport to show the follow-up to the Xbox One Elite controller that focused on bringing high-end and highly customisable hardware to 'hardcore' gamers. Read more...

Elite: Dangerous developer drops hints about his next 'big' project coming next year

Dreyer Smit — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 08:26:03 +0000

The developer of the blockbuster Elite: Dangerous spoke in a recent interview about the future of the series, and his next unannounced project based on a well-known movie franchise. Read more...

Microsoft Elite: the company's exclusive Windows Insider program for employees

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Tue, 20 Jun 2017 17:40:01 +0000

Alongside the public Insider Program available to all Microsoft enthusiasts, the company recently revealed details of the program's internal equivalent for employees: Microsoft Elite. Read more...

7 Days: A week of Xbox excitement, Windows 10 updates and Samsung's security slip-up

Andy Weir — Sat, 20 Jun 2015 22:35:06 +0000

From Lumia rollouts and Skype updates, to Snapdragon 810s that don't overheat, Toshiba's love for Cortana, and old games on new consoles, it's our regular roundup of the week's top tech news. Read more...

Microsoft's 'hardcore' Xbox One Elite controller available for pre-order in UK for £130

Andy Weir — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 16:52:01 +0000

Microsoft's new Elite wireless controller - designed for 'hardcore' Xbox One gamers - is now available to pre-order via a major retailer in the United Kingdom, priced at £129.99. Read more...

You can now pre-order Microsoft's 'hardcore' $150 Xbox One Elite controller

Andy Weir — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 13:04:01 +0000

Microsoft's new Elite controller - designed for 'hardcore' gamers on the Xbox One, and unveiled at this week's E3 gaming expo - is now available to pre-order, priced at $149.99. Read more...

Elite revival starts Kickstarter campaign

John Callaham — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 18:46:25 +0000

Frontier Developments have launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the creator of Elite: Dangerous, a new game in the classic space combat and trading game franchise. Read more...

Activision reveals more contributors to Call of Duty Elite service

Paul Ferson — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:59:42 +0000

Activision's publishing CEO, Eric Hirshberg, has revealed that both Ridley and Tony Scott will be adding to the Call of Duty: Elite service. Read more...

Microsoft to discontinue the Xbox 360 Elite?

Sam Symons — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:35:05 +0000

Rumors are flying that Microsoft may just be killing off it's high-end Xbox 360 model, the Elite. The news comes from FUDZilla, and will reportedly happen sometime during the second quarter of this year. The... Read more...

Kingston Adds To Elite Pro Memory Card Family

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:38:52 +0000

Kingston Technology Company is adding a 32GB SDHC Flash card to the Elite Pro line of products. "With the growing popularity of digital video and the HD format, consumers continue to look for... Read more...

Animated wallpapers no longer just for the Vista elite

Steven Parker — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:58:17 +0000

Animated wallpapers have been one of the "Extras" that Microsoft has touted as a selling point for customers of its priciest Windows Vista SKU. But now Stardock is bringing animated wallpapers to the Vista masses.... Read more...

Xbox 360 Elite UK Release Date

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 21:38:53 +0000

The Xbox 360 Elite is set to be released in the UK on the 24th of August 2007, according to the popular online DVD and games store Play.com. The shopping site has also announced the... Read more...

PS3 in Canada to Drop to $549, Same Price as Xbox 360 Elite

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:46:40 +0000

Canadian retailers have also been instructed by Sony to reduce the price of the 60GB PlayStation 3 to the price previously occupied by the 20GB version: $549 CAD. The $110 price drop means Canada will... Read more...

Xbox 360 Elite to Launch in Japan on October 11 for $90 less

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 21:05:00 +0000

The Xbox 360 Elite is set to launch in Japan on October 11, after a late April launch in the U.S. and an early May one in Canada. Although Japanese gamers have to wait Xbox... Read more...

Hellgate: London Elite multiplayer portion will be $9.95/mo

Todd Tanner — Wed, 09 May 2007 04:31:53 +0000

The latest issue of Games for Windows Magazine has revealed the elite subscription pricing behind Hellgate: London, which will be free to play online should you opt out of subscribing for additional features. These features,... Read more...

Xbox 360 Elite Hits Streets Early, Winds Up on eBay

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 14:55:10 +0000

Although the Xbox 360 Elite isn't set to officially launch until April 29, a lucky Chico, California man was able to score one such console from a Target store. Pictures proving his purchase hit Photobucket... Read more...

Xbox 360 Elite HDMI Output Details Revealed

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 15:02:15 +0000

Unless you've been living under a rock, possibly because your friend told you on April 1st that you'll get rich if you do, you're probably aware of the recently announced Xbox 360 Elite bundle, which... Read more...

Xbox 360 Elite Finally Announced

Joe Cashman — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 10:49:54 +0000

Possibly the worst kept secret in gaming history, but finally the Xbox Elite has been announced. On Channel 10 last night Albert Penello showed off the black matte console, featuring HDMI output and a 120GB... Read more...

Xbox 360 Elite Systems Spied on Chinese Production Line

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 20:45:32 +0000

Xbox 360 Elite systems on a Chinese production line have been caught on camera. The images not only show the sleek, black exterior of the Xbox 360 Elite, but a close-up image shows the 120GB... Read more...

New footage of Operation Flashpoint Elite

Fri, 30 Sep 2005 01:57:01 +0000

Operation Flashpoint: Elite for xbox has been created using an enhanced version of the Operation Flashpoint technology from Bohemia Interactive Studio. The technology behind Operation Flashpoint has been widely recognised for its accurate simulation of... Read more...

Microsoft Seeks to 'TAP' Elite Beta Tester Pool

Tom Warren — Thu, 01 Apr 2004 22:56:05 +0000

Redmond quietly is implementing its new Technology Adoption Program across its product lines. On Thursday, Microsoft notified some of its SQL Server 2005 testers that they are eligible to join the next... Read more...

Elite Force II Source Available

Marcel Klum — Thu, 06 Nov 2003 19:27:36 +0000

As promised in various forum posts, the Star Trek Elite Force II Game DLL Source is now available for download. The zip file is around 2.5MB and contains all of the server-side game code for... Read more...

Elite Force 2 Babes Trailer

Marcel Klum — Thu, 26 Jun 2003 10:24:06 +0000

To celebrate the release of the game, Activision has issued a new Star Trek Elite Force 2 video, offering a humorous look at the babes in Ritual's FPS sequel. After the triumphant return... Read more...

Star Trek Elite Force II single-player demo

Marcel Klum — Fri, 02 May 2003 17:12:55 +0000

As expected, Activision sends along the playable demo for Star Trek Elite Force II, allowing you to try out this sci-fi first-person shooter that is nearing completion at Ritual Entertainment. This pre-release demo is unsupported,... Read more...

Elite Force II Demo today

Marcel Klum — Fri, 02 May 2003 13:13:03 +0000

As if the just released trailer wasn't enough, Activision has decided to go all-out and throw out a single player demo of Star Trek Elite Force II today. Weighing in at just 118MB,... Read more...

Official Star Trek Elite Force II Site Launched

Marcel Klum — Sat, 19 Apr 2003 16:54:17 +0000

Crammed with all sorts of goodies, the official Star Trek Elite Force II website has been launched at https://www.st-ef2.com. It offers a wealth of information on the characters, weapons, enemies and missions featured in the... Read more...

Star Trek: Elite Force II screens

Marcel Klum — Thu, 27 Mar 2003 07:08:23 +0000

After the triumphant return of Captain Janeway and crew to the alpha quadrant, the Hazard Team, Voyager's elite security detail, is assigned its deadliest mission yet – duty onboard the Federation's renowned flagship, the U.S.S.... Read more...

Elite Force II Box Art

Marcel Klum — Fri, 21 Mar 2003 15:48:27 +0000

Activision has unveiled the box art for the highly-anticipated game "Star Trek — Elite Force II." The first person action game allows players to resume the role of Alexander Munro, chief of Starfleet's elite security... Read more...

Review : ELITE ACF 999

Tue, 21 Jan 2003 23:07:59 +0000

One of the better case reviews that i've seen recently- well done chaps. "The price of the case is very affordable and with all the goodies to help with the new look for... Read more...

Star Trek Elite Force II shots

Marcel Klum — Sun, 24 Nov 2002 09:24:33 +0000

After a brief prologue on the U.S.S. Voyager and a short stint at Starfleet Academy, the Hazard Team is assigned its toughest mission yet - duty onboard the Federation's renowned flagship, the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC... Read more...

Sun gets a crack at Web services elite

Thu, 20 Jun 2002 06:49:53 +0000

A proposal being considered by a key Web services organization could pave the way for Sun Microsystems to join on equal footing with rivals Microsoft and IBM. But continued political battling could sidetrack the effort.... Read more...

Elite Force II Interview

Marcel Klum — Fri, 05 Apr 2002 09:54:13 +0000

GameSpyDaily recently got the chance to chat it up with Ritual's Jon Galloway (Producer/Creative Director) regarding the newly announced FPS sequel, Star Trek Elite Force II. "Star Trek Elite Force II is the... Read more...