The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s no better time to treat yourself or a loved one. With Microsoft’s newest Surface devices and Xbox consoles, there’s something for everyone – from the stylish young professional to the avid gamer and even little (and not-so-little!) ones who love Minecraft.
Launching November 7th, the Xbox One X, is the most powerful console on the planet. It has 40% more power than any other console, bringing immersive true 4K gaming to your living room. All games play better on Xbox One X, and it launches just in time for the holidays.
For those people on your list that love gaming but don’t need quite as much power, Microsoft offers the Xbox One S. The Xbox One S provides the ultimate value in games and entertainment; it brings over 100 exclusive games, built-in 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray™ and 4K video streaming. In fact, it’s one of the most affordable 4K Blu-ray™ players on the market!
Acer Switch Alpha
Light and quiet and strong, the Acer Switch Alpha is the 2-in-1 that you can take anywhere.
Touch screen for the ultimate in creativity
12" touchscreen with 2160x1440 resolution and 2 front-facing speakers
Fan-less Acer LiquidLoop™ cooling
Price: starting at $899.99
ASUS Zenbook Flip X370
Dynamic and runway ready, this Windows 10 convertible with all the right features for modern computing is powerful and posh, at work or play.
Work longer and charge faster with up to 11.5 hours of battery life
Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Unique 360° ErgoLift hinge
Price: starting at $1899.99
Xbox One X
The world’s most powerful console is the perfect gift for the avid gamer in your life.
The 8-core Custom AMD CPU is clocked at 2.3GHz to bring enhanced AI, real world detail and smoother interactions to your gaming
12GB GDDR5 of graphic memory add speed and power to game performance to enable bigger worlds, further horizons and quicker load times
A 6 Teraflop GPU enables 4K environments and characters to become more realistic than ever, with more detail and smoother animations
Price: $599
Xbox One S
Xbox One S provides the best value in games and entertainment.
Experience richer, more luminous colors in games like Gears of War 4 and Forza Horizon 3. With a higher contrast ratio between lights and darks, High Dynamic Range technology brings out the true visual depth of your games
Play console exclusives like Forza Motorsport 7, Crackdown 3, State of Decay 2, and Gears of War 4 plus blockbusters like Madden 18, Middle-earth: Shadow of War and FIFA 18
With backwards compatibility, Xbox Play Anywhere, Mixer and Game Pass, Xbox One S gives you more ways to play
Price: $299
Xbox One S Minecraft Limited Edition 1TB Bundle
Features a custom designed grass block console, an iconic green Minecraft Creeper controller, Minecraft system sounds, vertical stand and transparent underside with Redstone circuit accents.
This exclusive bundle also includes a full game download of Minecraft plus the Redstone Pack, a collection of unique skin packs.
Price: $499
Disclaimer - I was not compensated for this post.
I'm not into gaming, my grandkids are though. I'm not sure but I think they might have an Xbox.
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ReplyDeleteI find it amazing how quickly kids learn to play these games and just how good they get at an early age.
ReplyDeleteThe Xbox One X sounds like something my partner would love for Christmas! :)
ReplyDeleteIt is hard to keep up with technology. You get one and then they bring out a newer better version. It is amazing how many improvements have been made over the years and you have reviewed a nice selection.
ReplyDeleteAwesome stuff. I have the original xbox one and it is working great! Microsoft products are nice.
ReplyDeleteThe Xbox One S Minecraft Limited Edition for my son who LOVE Minecraft !!!! My son have cerebral palsy so games and computer are his passion
ReplyDeleteAwesome. Tech gifts are loved by the whole family!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have either of these because we don't have an x box and I would definitely love a new laptop
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ReplyDeleteMy nephew would love the Minecraft edition
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ReplyDeleteMy kids actually are asking for an OLD Xbox for Christmas.. my son wants the Xbox 360 and Guitar Hero as he just discovered this game and loves it lol
ReplyDeleteMy son has wanted this for a while. I'm saving up :)
ReplyDeleteOh what fun gift ideas! I love them all. If I could choose one, I would choose the Acer Switch Alpha.
ReplyDeleteI would so love the ASUS Zenbook Flip X370
ReplyDeleteI have an xbox one and very happy with it. Also the original xbox and 360.. THey are all working fine.. Very fun.
ReplyDeleteI love in a family of gamers even I play games. Always something related to it on the lists. xbox is a favorite system with all of them though we have the others too.
ReplyDeleteEveryone loves the gift of technology these days. These are particularly awesome ideas!
ReplyDeleteThese look awesome! I love playing video games and games on my phone. Great gift ideas!
ReplyDeleteTamara M - I love playing video games with the kids, it is quite exciting and tons of fun!
ReplyDeleteMy kids play this when they go to their friends homes, they love it.
ReplyDeleteMy son would love a XBOX for Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI don't know much about gaming but i know my grandson has xbox on his Holiday list
ReplyDeleteI am so lost with all this gaming,i never got past Mario
ReplyDeletei would totally get my oldest son the ASUS Zenbook Flip X370
ReplyDeleteThanks for the review my son is in the market of a new gaming system.
ReplyDeleteOhhh a new gaming system would be awesome!
ReplyDeletemy kids each have an X Box..older ones. I like the ..ASUS Zenbook Flip
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