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Gizmodo
10-07-2025
- Gizmodo
Prime Day Brings Xbox 2025 Wireless Controller for Peanuts Even Though It's New, Already Selling Out Fast
When is an Xbox wireless controller not an Xbox wireless controller? When it can also control your gaming across almost every platform imaginable, including Windows PCs, iOS and Android devices, FireTV Sticks, Smart TVs, even VR headsets, and more. That's what the 2025 Xbox Wireless Gaming Controller can do, and the Carbon Black model of this omni-compatible remote is just $47 after a 27% Prime Day markdown. The new 2025 design of this Xbox wireless controller looks great and plays even better. Enhanced Xbox wireless and Bluetooth technology takes this ergonomically pleasing controller from being a strictly Xbox accessory and opens it up to high-end gaming across platforms and devices. See at Amazon There's no complicated method or shortcuts to taking the 2025 Xbox Gaming Wireless Controller from one device or console and hooking it up to another. The pairing process is seamless, and it can be paired to multiple devices (although, obviously, it's only playable on one at a time). The USB-C port can connect directly to consoles or PCs. That's a lot of potential gaming, which may sound like a recipe for dead batteries, but the AA batteries that power the 2025 Xbox Wireless Gaming Controller can last for up to 40 hours thanks to the economical power use of the remote, even in Bluetooth mode when you're playing on your smartphone. The newly redesigned Xbox Wireless Gaming Controller was built with optimal gaming in mind, of course, but also comfort for those long grinds. The geometry of the device has been refined for better ergonomics, and there are fine little details all over the controller that speak to its new design, which many users and critics alike say makes it the best Xbox controller yet. The triggers, bumpers, and back case of the 2025 Xbox Wireless Gaming Controller have new textured grip to keep you on point and in control throughout your game, even with sweaty hands. A dedicated share button in the center of the remote is there for you to capture screenshots and recordings of your exploits and share them with friends. Custom mapping is available for you to refine the controller to your particular taste with the Xbox Accessories app. Considering what one new-release game costs these days, being able to buy a high-end wireless remote that covers all of your gaming devices for just $47 as part of this Prime Day deal is a serious bargain. The 2025 Xbox Wireless Gaming Controller is 27% off right now at Amazon. See at Amazon
Hypebeast
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Meta and Xbox Team Up to Launch Limited-Edition 'Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition' Headset
Summary MetaandXboxhave teamed up to deliver something special, announcing today theMeta Quest 3S Xbox Edition– a limited-edition take on the Meta's mixed-reality headset, which launched latelast year. The tech giants have come together to release a bundle that comes with a custom-made Meta Quest 3S headset in Xbox's signature 'Carbon Black' and 'Velocity Green' color palette, together with matching Touch Plus controllers and Elite Strap. It also includes – for the first time – an Xbox controller in the box, which comes pre-paired with the headset for ease of use right out of the box. The controller – itself arriving in a new, specially designed color – is also fully compatible with multiple other gaming devices including both the Xbox Series X and Series S, and Macs and PCs. It's not the first time the two have collaborated, though: theXbox appfor Quest launched a couple of years ago, allowing gamers to stream a huge catalogue of titles 'on a massive 26-foot virtual display' through the Quest headset via Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta). As part of its ongoing'Play Anywhere'campaign, Microsoft, which owns the Xbox brand, has been pushing to turn any digital display into an Xbox. And, to get gamers going right away, the company is also including three months worth of itsGame Pass Ultimatemembership with each bundle. The limited-editionMeta Quest 3S Xbox Editionis available to buy now viaMetaorXboxpriced at £379.99 GBP / $399.99 USD. But hurry, because 'once it's gone, it's gone,' according to the brands.
Stuff.tv
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Stuff.tv
A new Xbox has launched – but it doesn't look like a console
We've finally just got an Xbox handheld console, thanks to the updated ROG Ally. But now, there's a brand new Xbox you can buy – and it isn't even a console. Microsoft and Meta have birthed a bizarre but somehow compelling offspring: the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition. It's a VR headset that looks like it could belong under your telly. Microsoft has taken Meta's Quest 3S headset and dressed it up in Xbox's Carbon Black and Velocity Green. It's the first limited edition Quest headset ever, and I've got to admit, it's got some serious shelf appeal. The bundle is quite the care package. You get the custom 128GB headset, matching Touch Plus controllers (for the full Xbox experience), an Elite Strap for comfort, a limited-edition Wireless Controller, and three months each of Meta Horizon+ and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. That's a lot of gear before you've even pressed start. The partnership between the brands isn't exactly new – they first rolled out Xbox Cloud Gaming on Quest back in 2023 – but this is the most physical expression of that alliance yet. It's the gaming giant's way of saying, 'Who needs a telly when you can game on a floating screen hovering in your living room?' And thanks to cloud gaming, you've got access to a hefty library of titles like Avowed, Oblivion Remastered, and the gloriously swampy South of Midnight, all without a console in sight. It's also a win for continuity. If you start a game in VR, you can continue it on your console or PC, without missing a beat. Progress, achievements, and that unsaved moment of panic mid-boss fight? All travel with you. The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition is available now for $400/£400 from Meta, Best Buy, Argos, and EE. Supplies are limited – and knowing Xbox fans, this thing might vanish faster than your storage space.
The Sun
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
McLaren commemorates 30 years since Le Mans triumph with limited-run 750S Le Mans Supercar
MCLAREN Automotive has unveiled a special edition of its 750S supercar to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995. This exclusive model, dubbed the 750S Le Mans, marks both a tribute to the brand's motorsport legacy and its forthcoming return to the event's top-tier category in 2027. Only 50 units of this special edition will be produced, making it one of the rarest and most desirable McLaren series production cars to date. On June 18 1995, the McLaren F1 GTR bearing the number 59 secured an overall win at the world's most prestigious endurance race. Piloted by JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas, and Masanori Sekiya, the car led a fleet of McLarens that finished with three additional entries in the top five—an extraordinary debut for the marque at Le Mans. In a fitting tribute, two McLaren GT3 EVO race cars based on the 750S are set to contest the LMGT3 class at the 2025 edition of the race, just days before the anniversary. The design of the 750S Le Mans draws direct inspiration from the victorious F1 GTR. The car is available in Le Mans Grey—mirroring the original race car's livery—or McLaren Orange. A gloss black carbon fibre roof scoop and a set of 5-spoke LM wheels complete the exterior homage. Each car also comes equipped with the newly developed MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK), which includes a raised carbon fibre active rear spoiler with integrated endplates, a pronounced front bumper with an enlarged carbon splitter, and a rear wing, all of which collectively boost aerodynamic downforce by 10% over the standard 750S. Additional features such as gloss black louvres and a new under-wing panel enhance both form and function. Inside, owners can choose between two distinct interior configurations: Carbon Black with Dove Grey or Carbon Black with McLaren Orange, both upholstered in a mix of Alcantara and Jet Black softgrain leather. Le Mans branding is subtly integrated into the headrests, floor mats, and a bespoke plaque mounted inside each vehicle, reinforcing its limited-run status and historic significance. A wealth of exclusive features accompanies the 750S Le Mans, including F1 Gold brake callipers with red McLaren logos, centre wheel caps with bespoke colour detailing, and gloss black carbon fibre elements throughout the exterior. Buyers may also opt for a suite of additional customisations, ranging from carbon fibre visual packs covering intakes, spoilers, and diffusers to a track brake upgrade and a commemorative plaque listing McLaren's 1995 Le Mans win and other major motorsport achievements. Powering the 750S Le Mans is McLaren's M840T 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 750PS. The lightweight carbon fibre Monocage II structure, combined with the Proactive Chassis Control III suspension, ensures the car retains its position as the lightest and most agile in its segment. The addition of HDK components not only refines its dynamic capability but further aligns it with McLaren's track-focused ethos. With production limited to just 50 examples worldwide, the McLaren 750S Le Mans is set to become a collector's item and a powerful symbol of the brand's rich racing heritage and future ambitions.
The Sun
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
McLaren 750S Le Mans: Limited Supercar Marks 30-Year Win
MCLAREN Automotive has unveiled a special edition of its 750S supercar to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995. This exclusive model, dubbed the 750S Le Mans, marks both a tribute to the brand's motorsport legacy and its forthcoming return to the event's top-tier category in 2027. Only 50 units of this special edition will be produced, making it one of the rarest and most desirable McLaren series production cars to date. On June 18 1995, the McLaren F1 GTR bearing the number 59 secured an overall win at the world's most prestigious endurance race. Piloted by JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas, and Masanori Sekiya, the car led a fleet of McLarens that finished with three additional entries in the top five—an extraordinary debut for the marque at Le Mans. In a fitting tribute, two McLaren GT3 EVO race cars based on the 750S are set to contest the LMGT3 class at the 2025 edition of the race, just days before the anniversary. The design of the 750S Le Mans draws direct inspiration from the victorious F1 GTR. The car is available in Le Mans Grey—mirroring the original race car's livery—or McLaren Orange. A gloss black carbon fibre roof scoop and a set of 5-spoke LM wheels complete the exterior homage. Each car also comes equipped with the newly developed MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK), which includes a raised carbon fibre active rear spoiler with integrated endplates, a pronounced front bumper with an enlarged carbon splitter, and a rear wing, all of which collectively boost aerodynamic downforce by 10% over the standard 750S. Additional features such as gloss black louvres and a new under-wing panel enhance both form and function. Inside, owners can choose between two distinct interior configurations: Carbon Black with Dove Grey or Carbon Black with McLaren Orange, both upholstered in a mix of Alcantara and Jet Black softgrain leather. Le Mans branding is subtly integrated into the headrests, floor mats, and a bespoke plaque mounted inside each vehicle, reinforcing its limited-run status and historic significance. A wealth of exclusive features accompanies the 750S Le Mans, including F1 Gold brake callipers with red McLaren logos, centre wheel caps with bespoke colour detailing, and gloss black carbon fibre elements throughout the exterior. Buyers may also opt for a suite of additional customisations, ranging from carbon fibre visual packs covering intakes, spoilers, and diffusers to a track brake upgrade and a commemorative plaque listing McLaren's 1995 Le Mans win and other major motorsport achievements. Powering the 750S Le Mans is McLaren's M840T 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 750PS. The lightweight carbon fibre Monocage II structure, combined with the Proactive Chassis Control III suspension, ensures the car retains its position as the lightest and most agile in its segment. The addition of HDK components not only refines its dynamic capability but further aligns it with McLaren's track-focused ethos. With production limited to just 50 examples worldwide, the McLaren 750S Le Mans is set to become a collector's item and a powerful symbol of the brand's rich racing heritage and future ambitions.
