Microsoft Sells 2.5 Million Xbox 360 Kinect Controllers
Microsoft Corp. announced that it has sold more than 2.5 million Kinect for Xbox 360 sensors worldwide since the game controller launched Nov. 4, 2010.
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DIG 2010 Canadian Gaming Conference Imminent
The London Economic Development Corporation announced that video game developers, publishers, industry analysts and technology companies will attend The Digital Interactive Gaming Conference (DIG) being held November 18-19, 2010 in London, Ontario, Canada.
One Million Xbox 360 Kinect Controllers Sold
Microsoft Corp. announced that it has sold one million Kinect for Xbox 360 units worldwide in ten days and is on pace to sell five million Kinect sensors by the end of the year.
Activision Launches Call of Duty Black Ops
Activision Publishing, Inc. announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops is now available at retail stores worldwide. According to the statement, Call of Duty: Black Ops is compatible with the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 (PS3), Nintendo Wii, Windows PC and Nintendo DS.
Microsoft Launches Kinect for Xbox 360
Microsoft announced the North American launch of its Kinect for Xbox 360. According to the statement, the all-in-one Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect is priced at $299.99 and the stand-alone Kinect for Xbox 360 costs $149.99.
Netflix Now Streaming to Xbox 360 in Canada
Netflix, Inc. announced that Netflix members in Canada can now watch movies and TV episodes streamed via the Xbox 360 game console.
Microsoft Unveils 17 Games for Xbox 360 Kinect
Microsoft Corp. announced the launch of a multiyear advertising campaign and revealed the complete lineup of 17 Kinect for Xbox 360 controller-free games debuting in November 2010. According to the statement, these titles include Kinect Adventures (Nov. 4), Kinectimals (Nov. 4), Game Party: In Motion (Nov. 18), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows — Part …
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Microsoft Launches Windows Embedded Automotive 7
Microsoft Corp. announced the availability of Windows Embedded Automotive 7 to car makers and suppliers in the automotive industry. According to the statement, designed to support the development of new infotainment systems, Windows Embedded Automotive 7 is a platform providing integrated services for communication, entertainment, navigation and information for the mass market.
Noble Map Pack Expansion Announced for Halo Reach
Bungie announced that it is releasing The Noble Map Pack expansion for Halo: Reach on November 30, 2010. According to the statement, The Noble Map Pack DLC consists of three new multiplayer maps (Anchor 9, Tempest, Breakpoint), includes new achievements worth a total of 250 Gamerscore and will be available on Xbox LIVE for 800 …
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AT&T Launches U-verse TV on Xbox 360
AT&T and Microsoft announced the Oct. 15, 2010 launch of AT&T’s U-verse TV Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) service on Xbox 360. According to the statement, AT&T also announced the upcoming launch of U-verse Mobile for Windows Phone 7 devices.
Mattrick to Head Microsoft Interactive Entertainment
Microsoft Corp. announced that it has promoted Don Mattrick to president of its Interactive Entertainment Business, which includes Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, Kinect, Zune Music/Video and Mediaroom, as well as PC and mobile interactive entertainment.