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Latest HeadlinesBuilt In HD-DVD Drive 360Filed under General news and Rants, Xbox on October 19th, 2007
An Australia gaming site called SmartHouse claims they have inside source that Microsoft and Toshiba are working on a Xbox 360 with Builtin HD-DVD, Wifi and other features. If this is true and Microsoft can keep the price right they may have something here. Smarthouse says it will be released late 2008 or at CES 2009. We will keep you updated when we have more information.
0 Comments Xbox 360 HD DVD Player Price DropFiled under Xbox on July 26th, 2007
Today at Comic-Con International 2007, Microsoft Corp. announced it will lower the price of the popular Xbox 360™ HD DVD Player from $199 to $179 ERP (United States only) starting Aug. 1, 2007, and will add five free HD DVD movies for anyone purchasing an Xbox 360 HD DVD Player between Aug. 1 and Sept. 30. In addition, Microsoft further solidified the Xbox 360 as the ultimate high-definition (HD) entertainment platform, with key announcements around the HD DVD launches of “300†from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group and “Heroes: Season 1†from Universal Studios. To promote the HD DVD versions of “300†and “Heroes: Season 1,†Microsoft unveiled exclusive content for Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Xbox LIVE will offer “300†on demand in HD starting Aug. 14, and is working with Warner Bros. at Comic-Con on a Bringing It Home campaign featuring “300†and other Warner Bros. properties. In advance of the street date for the “Heroes: Season 1†HD DVD boxed set, Xbox LIVE members will be able to download for free the show’s pilot episode in high definition for a limited time. Members will also be able to download trailers, teaser scenes and other promotional materials highlighting the “Heroes: Season 1†boxed set on HD DVD. Already the most affordable high-definition player available, the Xbox 360 HD DVD Player is the best solution for movie lovers seeking HD content in the highest possible resolution. The player’s price reduction to $179 (U.S. ERP) continues to set the bar for value, making the Xbox 360 platform the most affordable solution for consumers seeking the broadest, most compelling selection of next-generation gaming and HD video experiences. In addition to the price drop, Microsoft is extending Toshiba’s highly successful “Perfect Offer†of five free HD DVD discs to Xbox 360 consumers. Previously exclusive to Toshiba HD DVD Players, with the purchase of an Xbox 360 HD DVD Player at the new low price of $179 ERP, consumers can choose five HD DVD titles for free from a selection of 15 popular titles through a mail-in offer. With a retail value of over $140 (U.S.), this promotion makes the Xbox 360 HD DVD Player one of the most compelling offerings for consumers looking to make the leap into HD this holiday season.  |
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