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Microsoft and Netflix Unveil Partnership to Instantly Stream Movies and TV Episodes to the TV via Xbox LIVE

An exciting new home theater experience is coming to living rooms this holiday season. At the E3 Media and Business Summit, Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq “MSFT”) and Netflix, Inc. (Nasdaq: NFLX), the world’s largest online movie rental service, today unveiled an exclusive partnership to offer consumers the ability to instantly stream movies and TV episodes from Netflix to the television via the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system. Xbox 360 will be the only game system that lets users instantly watch movies and TV episodes streamed from Netflix. This movie watching innovation will be available to Xbox LIVE Gold members who are also Netflix subscribers and will let those users enjoy streaming movies from Netflix on Xbox LIVE at no additional cost.

Hack lets Xbox 360 owners stream Netflix

If you've got an Xbox 360, Windows Vista PC, Netflix subscription, and a free plug-in for Windows Media Center called vmcNetflix, you can stream Netflix movies from your PC to your 360. Lifehacker.com has the full instructions, and a video demonstration of how it all works.

Microsoft to stream Netflix movies over Xbox 360

Los Angeles - Bringing the vision of the digital living room one step closer, Microsoft announced an alliance with Netflix Monday whereby the leading online video rental company will stream movies over the internet to the Xbox 360 video game console. Microsoft announced the move at the opening of the E3 video game convention in Los Angeles. The deal will allow owners of the Microsoft video game console to access 10,000 movies offered by Netflix - twice as many as Netflix previously offered over its internet streaming service to PCs.

New Site For Xbox 360 Games Download

Tired of the same old game that you play on your Xbox 360? Done with the same patterns and almost the same game that just changed the scenes? Well, today is the right time to discover new xbox 360 games and adventures you never encounter. There are many ways to download xbox 360 games online that will surely fit your interests. You do not have to pay for large fees because some of the xbox 360 games downloads are very cheap. It will offer you non-stop action that will boost your adrenalin rush and let you feel that you are really into it. Almost all of the games are available for easy download anywhere you are so long as you are connected to the internet. The Xbox 360 downloads are in high resolution that will provide a clearer and better gaming experience.

Puzzle Quest on XBLA Reaches Arcade Hit Status

D3Publisher, Inc. today announced that critically-acclaimed game Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords™ for the Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft has been inducted into the elite Arcade Hits program, which offers some of the best-selling Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 games at permanently reduced prices. An instant success with fans at its launch for Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 in October 2007, Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords delivers its popular and highly addictive game features that blend match-three puzzle gameplay with strategy, character-building elements and a persistent storyline set in the much-loved Warlords universe. The game incorporates all the best-loved Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 gameplay features like voice chat, leaderboards and online competitive play.

Weekend Project: Streaming Netflix On Your Xbox 360

"Netflix subscribers, if you've got an Xbox 360 and a Windows Vista PC, you don't have to shell out $99 for Roku's Netflix Player box to get your Watch Instantly library on your TV screen—you already have everything you need. Using the free Windows Media Center plug-in, vmcNetflix, you can turn your Xbox 360 into a Netflix Watch Instantly box. Here's how."

Xbox 360 Enlisting New Recruits for Gears of War 2 at Comic-Con 2008

Gamers can enlist to join Delta Squad from the Xbox 360 exclusive game“Gears of War 2� at Comic-Con International 2008 (July 24-27), the largest comic book and pop culture gathering of its kind. Xbox 360 is bringing this blockbuster sequel to the original five-million-selling action game to San Diego, along with renowned design director, Cliff Bleszinski of Epic Games. Comic-Con attendees may also walk away with one of two limited edition Xbox 360 consoles– featuring custom artwork by Brandon Badeaux from the upcoming“Gears of War� comic book– in exclusive giveaways being hosted in both the Xbox 360 (#5225) and DC Comics (#1915) booths.

Xbox 360 Enlisting New Recruits for Gears of War 2 at Comic-Con 2008

Gamers can enlist to join Delta Squad from the Xbox 360 exclusive game Gears of War 2 at Comic-Con International 2008 (July 24-27), the largest comic book and pop culture gathering of its kind. Xbox 360 is bringing this blockbuster sequel to the original five-million-selling action game to San Diego, along with renowned design director, Cliff Bleszinski of Epic Games. Comic-Con attendees may also walk away with one of two limited edition Xbox 360 consoles - featuring custom artwork by Brandon Badeaux from the upcoming "Gears of War" comic book - in exclusive giveaways being hosted in both the Xbox 360 (#5225) and DC Comics (#1915) booths.

Xbox 360 $299 Confirmed?

There have been rumours doing the rounds of an imminent price drop for Microsoft's Xbox 360 console. The hearsay might indeed be true as advertisements were recently spotted showing the Xbox 360 selling for about $50 less than it's $350 price tag: The Xbox 360 Pro is being sold at Target's brick-and-mortar stores for $299.99. This US price drop follows a similar move in the UK. Could an Indian price drop be far behind? Given the history of the Xbox 360 in India, it could very well be; hopefully, the console will reflect its new international price come Diwali, at the latest.

Unreal Tournament III | Xbox 360 | Epic Games has made a few gamers smile after announcing that Unreal Tournament III wouldnt only be a PS3 exclusive, that it would also finds its way to the Xbox 360, in time. This time has arrived and we have fired

Epic Games has made a few gamers smile after announcing that Unreal Tournament III wouldn’t only be a PS3 exclusive, that it would also finds its way to the Xbox 360, in time. This time has arrived and we have fired up our Xbox, logged into Live and tried out this impressive frag-fest on Microsoft’s Xbox 360. Let’s see how this version stacks up and get the final verdict on the fastest FPS on the market.

Xbox Live to Stream Netflix Movies

Microsoft has announced that they are entering into a deal with movie rental company Netflix. This deal would enable the owners of their Xbox 360 to stream movies over the Internet - assuming they have a Netflix account. Microsoft made this announcement at the E3 Media & Business Summit in Los Angeles.

Microsoft Details Xbox 360 Price Cut, Netflix Streaming Deal

Redmond, Wash. - Microsoft (NASD: MSFT) announced over the weekend that it has slashed $50 off the price of its basic 20GB Xbox 360 game console, to $299, while also unveiling plans to release a new 60GB model in August that will retail for $349. The company said the price cut on the 20GB model will go on "while supplies last," indicating it will discontinue that version of the device, while continuing to offer the hard drive-free Xbox 360 Arcade model for $280 and 120GB Xbox 360 Elite for $450.

Microsoft's Xbox 360 to stream Netflix movies

Microsoft's Xbox 360 video game console will be able to stream thousands of movies over the Internet, thanks to a deal with Netflix.

[07/14] Microsoft's Xbox 360 to stream Netflix movies

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Microsoft's Xbox 360 video game console will be able to stream thousands of movies over the Internet, thanks to a deal with Netflix.

FFXIII Makes Japanese Xbox 360 Owners Feel Abandoned

The Xbox 360 version of Final Fantasy XIII won't see light in Japan due to the abysmal sales the console is having in that region. However Xbox 360 owners over at 2chan are saying they feel "abandoned" by Square-Enix's choice to only release a Playstation 3 version of Final Fantasy XIII in their country.

Xbox 360 price cut, 60GB model coming soon?

Xbox 360 price cut, 60GB model coming soon? If you are thinking of buying an Xbox 360 console you may want to wait a couple weeks, as reports are circulating that Microsoft will be announcing a price cut in time for this year’s E3 show in mid-July. The reports are based on an alleged leaked scan of an upcoming K-mart ad that shows a $50 reduction on the standard 20GB Xbox 360 console, bringing it to a $299 price point.

New Xbox 360 Dashboard Experience Installable On Hacked Xbox 360s

Some leaky monkey at or near Microsoft has just dumped the new Xbox 360 Dashboard "Experience", also known as the fall update, onto the internet. For most of us, this means that that we've got new videos like the one above that illustrate some of the features we didn't get to see at E3. For people who have a hacked Xbox 360, it means they can actually install this and try it out for themselves, but risk brickage in the process. This reminds us of the story of the tortoise and the hare, except instead of animals you have super nerds that want to install stuff months too early. [Xhavok87 via Xbox Scene]

Rock the Vote Partners With Xbox Live

Gamepolitics notes that starting next Monday, Xbox Live users will be able to register to vote using their game console. They'll also be able to participate in polls and "voice their opinions to the presidential candidates." Quoting the press release: "This is the first time that Rock the Vote has joined forces with an entertainment partner such as Xbox to reach voters under 30. Xbox LIVE is the largest online social network connected to the television, with membership totaling 12 million -- if Xbox LIVE were a state, it would rank as the country's seventh largest, giving it approximately 20 electoral votes. Xbox also will have a presence at both the Democratic and Republican conventions, promoting the Rock the Vote partnership and educating delegates about creating a safer entertainment environment on Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE using the bui

Microsoft and Netflix team to stream movies to consoles

Owners of the Microsoft Xbox 360 games console will be able to watch more than 10,000 movies and television programmes, streamed on demand over broadband, following a partnership with Netflix, the largest online movie rental service in the world. The companies claim that the Xbox 360 will offer more movies and programmes on demand than any other device connected to the television.

Xbox 360 price cut next month?

Based on a leaked Kmart promotional ad, Joystiq is speculating that an Xbox 360 price cut is on the way. According to the ad, Microsoft's Xbox 360 Premium will sell for $299.99 beginning next month. How will this affect the Arcade and Elite models is anyone's guess. Rumor has it that Microsoft will be unveiling a new Xbox 360 SKU with a built-in 60GB HDD. If so, the Arcade may be getting bumped entirely, with the Premium taking its spot at $299.99 and the rumored 60GB model priced at $349.99, or perhaps MS will drop the price on the Arcade from $280 to $250 to take on the Wii directly, while the Premium will sell for $50 more than that?

Xbox 360 with triple memory, same price

the Redmond, Wash., software on Sunday unveiled a version of its Xbox 360 games-and-entertainment console with triple the storage space of the original machine at the same estimated retail price, $349. The new 60-gigabyte Xbox 360 will be available at retail early in August, Microsoft said. The company also cut the price of its 20GB Xbox 360 console in the U.S. and Canada to US$299 from US$349. End of Story

Xbox 360 Likely To Cost Less in U.S.

Microsoft is reported ready to cut $50 off the U.S. price for its Xbox 360 video-gaming console with a 20GB hard drive, from $349 to $299. The move for Microsoft's Xbox 360 is expected to boost sales, which have lagged behind Sony's PlayStation 3 and Nintendo's Wii. The Xbox 360 price has already been slashed $50 in New Zealand and Australia.

Xbox 360 20 GB Price Cut "While Supplies Last"

Erik J sends word that the rumored price cut on the 20-GB Xbox 360 is true, sort of. The Seattle PI's coverage says: "But the reduction isn't exactly what it might have appeared. In reality, it's more like a clearance sale, designed to empty the shelves for a new Xbox 360 with three times the digital storage, at the same price as before... As widely reported in advance, Microsoft is dropping the price of the 20-gigabyte Xbox 360 to $299.99. The unexpected twist: Sales of that model will end when current supplies run out."

Xbox 360 Unveils Gameplay for Every Passion

Music, movies and megahits. No matter what kind of game makes your heart race the world of Xbox 360 just got bigger, broader and more exciting than ever with its blockbuster line-up. “The fantastic game line up that we have just announced articulates well how Xbox 360 has become the centre of the living room experience. Music & socialising are key components of the youth’s life in the region and games like Lips are all set to revolutionise that experience.� said Aman Sangar, Product Marketing Manager, Interactive Entertainment Business Middle East. “The holiday season for Xbox 360 is jam packed with the most anticipated sequels for blockbuster titles and we are aware that locally Gear of War 2 ranks pretty high up on that list.�. “.

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