Microsoft announced a strange new subscription-style plan for Xbox this week, called All Access. It basically bundles existing gaming subscriptions with an installment plan to buy a new Xbox One S or One X -- but is the plan actually a good deal? We'll also round up everything we know so far about the next generation of iPhones, set to be announced next month, and the massive leaks about the Pixel 3 XL. Plus, Bose jumps into the smart assistant game with three new Alexa-enabled speakers.

<p>Microsoft announced a strange new subscription-style plan for Xbox this week, called All Access. It basically bundles existing gaming subscriptions with an installment plan to buy a new Xbox One S or One X -- but is the plan actually a good deal? We'll also round up everything we know so far about the next generation of iPhones, set to be announced next month, and the massive leaks about the Pixel 3 XL. Plus, Bose jumps into the smart assistant game with three new Alexa-enabled speakers.</p>

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from GeekWire and Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewer Andru Edwards and longtime tech journalist Todd Bishop, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Geared Up

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewer Andru Edwards, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

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