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March 30th, 2007

Microsoft Announces New Deal for Xbox LIVE

Microsoft has signed a new deal with A&E Network, ADV Films, National Geographic and TotalVid.com to bring even more content to their Xbox LIVE service for the Xbox 360. Here is some of the content that will now be available according to a press release from Microsoft:

A&E Network. “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” “King of Cars,” […]

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March 29th, 2007

Microsoft Announces…a mobile browser?

Somewhere between you lost us or we misunderstood, Microsoft announced a new browser for Windows Mobile not Halo 3 or something about the Zune as many speculated. I for one felt this might at least be the least bit compelling but it was all for naught as we learned that the new Deepfish browser is […]

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March 28th, 2007

Another Major Announcement Expected Tonight

This morning (at midnight) it was Microsoft’s official announcement on the Xbox 360 Elite and tonight it’s…Halo 3? No matter what is announced Microsoft is said to be planning another “major” news announcement tonight. Perhaps my Halo 3 comment is just me blurting out what I hope is announced but in either case I will […]

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March 28th, 2007

Xbox 360 Elite Officially Announced

Microsoft officially announced the long rumored Xbox 360 at midnight eastern this morning. Here’s an official photo of the console along with the press release:

Microsoft Corp. today announced the upcoming availability of Xbox 360™ Elite, a new model of the video game and entertainment system that includes a 120GB hard drive, a high-definition multimedia […]

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March 28th, 2007

Video: Xbox 360 Elite

Here’s a video of the recently announced Xbox 360 Elite System from Microsoft’s Channel 10:

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March 26th, 2007

Photo: Xbox 360 Elite

Just thought I’d post these pictures for ya’ll to digest. For those that don’t know this is the “rumored” yet confirmed Xbox 360 Elite edition with black/silver scheme, a 120gb hard drive, and HDMI port and cable. Enjoy:
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March 26th, 2007

3 Versions, 3 Prices at Halo 3 Release

When Halo 3 is released this fall there will be 3 different versions of the game to choose from. The most shocking price tag wise is the Halo 3 legenary edition which will fetch a reported $129.99. You do get a lot for the price including a sweet Halo 3 replica helmet that any true […]

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March 24th, 2007

Black Xbox 360 Confirmed

Next month Microsoft will debut a black Xbox 360 with HDMI outputs eerily retro to the original Xbox console. I love the black scheme and am torn between whether I like the white or black one better.
The new console is not all looks and will come equipped with the previously mentioned HDMI outputs as well […]

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March 24th, 2007

Gears of War…The Movie

The super popular “Gears of War” game appears to be heading to the big screen courtesy of New Line. Variety reports New Line won the rights to the popular Microsoft and Epic Games creation.
Writing the screenplay will be Stuart Beattie who also penned Pirates of the Caribbean and Collateral.  Producers will be Marty Bowen and […]

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March 24th, 2007

Japanese Sales Numbers

Japan has very different sales trends often times than North America or Europe which makes them all the more interesting to look at. japan has a marked slant towards both Nintendo products as well as handhelds. Here’s the numbers for Japan from March 12th-18th courtesy of Joystiq:
- DS Lite: 121,471 12,959 (11.94%)
- Wii: 67,070 […]

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