Stephen Elop at the Windows Phone 8 launch event Categories Posted inin Business Confirmed: Former Nokia chief Stephen Elop will run Microsoft’s Xbox and tablet businesses Posted byby Dean Takahashi February 25, 2014 Updated June 18, 2025 1 min Share this article twitter facebook linkedin bluesky Update [9:40 am 2/25/14]: A spokesperson for Microsoft confirmed the report. The former boss of Nokia, Stephen Elop, is taking over the Microsoft division that includes the Xbox, Surface, entertainment, and games businesses. Unlock premium content and VIP community perks with GB M A X! Join now to enjoy our free and premium membership perks. Join Now Already a member? Sign in