GAMES & CONSOLES

"The document described a box of multiple CPUs and GPUs, allowing for backwards compatibility with the Xbox 360 through an included PowerPC CPU, an estimated 4-6x increase in graphics performance, and background processing enabling TV recording while playing games.

The plan aims for "True 1080p and Full 3D", implying an ability to run 60 fps games at 1080p resolution. The Kinect 2 hardware is included, allowing for four player concurrent tracking with improved voice recognition, dedicated hardware processing, and a "better, wider, deeper" play space allowing use in smaller areas. ...

"While it's a prototype that could easily change between now and the Wii U's holiday release (or whenever the app is available), what we've seen so far makes it clear Netflix will milk that second screen for all it's worth. " ...

"ESPN, CBS Interactive properties GameSpot and Last.fm, Manga Entertainment and MUZU.TV are the latest companies to advertise 15- and 30-second spots on Xbox Live.

Microsoft launched the advertising platform for Xbox 360 TV applications in December.

“With the growth of Xbox Live, advertisers no longer have to choose between digital and TV advertising — we’re offering the impact of TV and the interactivity and addressability of digital in one platform,” said Ross Honey, GM of Xbox Live entertainment and advertising at Microsoft. “As more and more industry leaders like ESPN work with us to help monetize their content on Xbox Live, TV media buyers win with the ability to extend their standard TV spots to this highly engaged consumer audience.” ...

"Microsoft June 21 launched a new service that allows Xbox 360 owners to interact with advertising using the voice- and motion-control Kinect system. ...

This looks interesting, but what is this thing going to cost? If it's priced higher then 360/PS3 it may have trouble competing with the other consoles.
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