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Microsoft has been officially silent about plans for a successor to its Xbox 360 video-game console, but here’s a telltale sign that things are ramping up behind-the-scenes: The company is boosting security to an unprecedented level in the area of the Redmond campus that is home to the Xbox team, GeekWire has learned.The company notified employees this week that it will be implementing new physical security measures —limiting employee access at four key Xbox and Interactive Entertainment Business buildings to ensure confidentiality of upcoming products.It’s the first time Microsoft has taken this step on such a broad scale. The move represents a cultural shift, giving Microsoft’s key consumer products a level of security more along the lines of those implemented by Apple.Microsoft hasn’t said when its next console is launching, and executives didn’t reference any specific product plans in their communications with employees this week. However, if the company were aiming for a fall 2013 launch of a new console, it would make sense for preliminary systems to start arriving soon for internal use and testing.The changes will affect Microsoft Studios A, B, C, and D, on the west side of state Route 520, starting early next month with Studio A and rolling out to the other buildings by the end of the month.Under the new policy, only employees and vendors in Microsoft’s Interactive Entertainment Business or assigned to the buildings will have open access. Other employees and vendors who need to enter the buildings for business reasons will need to go through an online registration process or register at the buildings as visitors, escorted by another employee with access to the buildings. The changes don’t impact the Commons area in the middle of the Xbox campus.The changes are part of a broader plan to improve Xbox security, including document management. Over the summer, apparent details of the next Xbox version were made public in what was described at the time as the “Mother Of All Microsoft Leaks.”Microsoft has historically had an open access policy across its Redmond campus, with employees able to visit any building, with rare exception.
http://www.geekwire.com/2012/microsofts-boosts-security-xbox-hq-advance-hardware/ QuoteMicrosoft has been officially silent about plans for a successor to its Xbox 360 video-game console, but here’s a telltale sign that things are ramping up behind-the-scenes: The company is boosting security to an unprecedented level in the area of the Redmond campus that is home to the Xbox team, GeekWire has learned.The company notified employees this week that it will be implementing new physical security measures —limiting employee access at four key Xbox and Interactive Entertainment Business buildings to ensure confidentiality of upcoming products.It’s the first time Microsoft has taken this step on such a broad scale. The move represents a cultural shift, giving Microsoft’s key consumer products a level of security more along the lines of those implemented by Apple.Microsoft hasn’t said when its next console is launching, and executives didn’t reference any specific product plans in their communications with employees this week. However, if the company were aiming for a fall 2013 launch of a new console, it would make sense for preliminary systems to start arriving soon for internal use and testing.The changes will affect Microsoft Studios A, B, C, and D, on the west side of state Route 520, starting early next month with Studio A and rolling out to the other buildings by the end of the month.Under the new policy, only employees and vendors in Microsoft’s Interactive Entertainment Business or assigned to the buildings will have open access. Other employees and vendors who need to enter the buildings for business reasons will need to go through an online registration process or register at the buildings as visitors, escorted by another employee with access to the buildings. The changes don’t impact the Commons area in the middle of the Xbox campus.The changes are part of a broader plan to improve Xbox security, including document management. Over the summer, apparent details of the next Xbox version were made public in what was described at the time as the “Mother Of All Microsoft Leaks.”Microsoft has historically had an open access policy across its Redmond campus, with employees able to visit any building, with rare exception.Hmm I wonder if this makes a reveal at build even more likely.
October 21/22 – Lumia 920 announced for AT&T, including pricing and availability. No word on pre-orders thru AT&T’s main site. Traditionally, AT&T has announced new phones with a pre-order date following a week later.[/q]
The cheapest Xbox 360 retail package, which has 4GB of built-in flash memory, now costs $199 after a $50 drop in pricing. A bundle with a Kinect sensor can be bought for $299, down $100.An Xbox 360 with a 250GB hard drive now costs $299, saving $150 from its existing price. Limited edition consoles also drop in price, with the all-white Xbox 360 and Kinect bundle dropping $50 to $399.
The Xbox 360 Entertainment Bundle is available now on Amazon, and includes a 4GB Xbox 360 console, a three-month subscription to Xbox Live, a Media Remote, and a few other bonuses for $229.The package, which arrived quietly on Amazon late last month, is designed to get buyers into the multimedia applications that have become a focus for the console in recent years; applications like Netflix, Hulu Plus, and Amazon Instant Video. To that point, the bundle also includes a $10 credit for Amazon Instant Video, which is enough to rent a few films from the service.The bundle, which saves over $50 from the cost of all items bought separately, also includes vouchers for three unspecified Xbox Live Arcade games. We've reached out to Amazon to find out the identity of these titles.
Microsoft is preparing to launch its Xbox Music service on October 26th. Multiple sources familiar with Microsoft's plans have confirmed the new service will launch at the same time as Windows 8. We're told that subscriptions, like the current Zune Music Pass offering, will be available alongside a free streaming service supported by ads — similar to Spotify. The service will be available on Windows Phone, Windows 8, and Xbox 360.A key part of the service is Microsoft's SkyDrive integration that will allow users to store music and playlists in a cloud collection — available across multiple devices. Although Microsoft has plans to offer Xbox Music across multiple platforms, including iOS and Android, apps will not be immediately available we're told. Microsoft is also planning to launch an Xbox dashboard update to support Xbox Music on its console. The software maker will also update its Music and Video apps for Windows 8 to fully support Xbox Music, around the time of the Windows 8 launch on October 26th.
What’s up everyone, I’m Ryan Hamlyn,Multiplayer Development Manager for Medal of Honor Warfighter, and I’m excited to personally invite you to get a taste of Medal of Honor Warfighter multiplayer through our exclusive Xbox 360 Open Beta, starting October 5th! Previously, we’ve shown you the lush jungles of the Philippines and the coastal areas of Somalia.Next we’retaking you to Sarajevo Stadium in Bosnia. As the combat starts, keep your eyes open for the former glory of this athletic playground. Keep with your Fireteam buddy as you take to the Hotspot game mode, where you’ll be tasked to attackor defend weapon caches that randomly pop-up on the battlefield.Here’s a brief look at some of our features to get you ready to hit the ground running once the Open Beta goes live:Fireteams Kicking things off is our exciting new Fireteams feature that makes class selection and team play much more interesting. Our consulting Operators have told us that in the real world they split up in pairs and work together to a point where they feel connected to their combat buddies, even without having them in direct sight. We’ve integrated this connection into the game so that you’ll be able chose a Fireteambuddyand trackhimfrom any distance and through any situation. This feature comes with many gameplay benefits including new buddy respawn options and resupply of ammo and health. And don’t forget there are also plenty of scoring rewards for working as a team, so be sure to keep close to your buddy and see what other bonuses you can achieve together.Authentic Action Medal of Honor has always been an authentic experience, and this quality gives us the tools to take our multiplayer to a place no other shooter can go – putting you in the shoes of the world’s most elite warriors. In the Open Beta, you’ll get to see how the German KSK, the Polish GROM, the British SAS, and the famed U.S. Navy SEALS, along with all 12 total Tier 1 units, operate in real world locations. So choose your warrior and take them to a battleground where the best of the best fight to claim the top spot, claiming true Tier 1 status.Battlelog Social Hub Not only can you step into the boots of 12 International Operators from around the world,but we’ve also made sure that every country in the United Nations is represented through our metagame, Warfighter Nations, powered by Battlelog. Battlelog also connects you incredibly deep into the stats of your online play, your friends, your platoon, and your best Fireteam buddies. Track your class â€Tours’, explore every weapon in the game chasing weapon pins, customize your own platoon patch, and even fully customize your weapon in the “My Gun” tool. And, we’ve extended the experienceto your consoleso you’llbe able to pull up the Battlelog dashboard to seethelatest on how your friends are progressing and what unlocks lie in store for you next.Warfighter Classes Rebuilding Medal of Honor on the Frostbite 2 engine has allowed us to remake our class system. Each of the six Classes will offer you a different style of play, different abilities, and different support actions, which allows you to select your class based on what’s best for you! We encourage you to try them all out. The full game has 12 InternationalOperators, 35map/mode combinations, and thousands of Fireteam pairs to choose from while battling it out in authentic real world locations. We hope you enjoy this small slice of Warfighter that we’re offering in the Open Beta, and we look forward to hearing your feedback!
I plan to watch the debates, but on TV. Meh, maybe I will have my Xbox 360 on anyways. I couldn't care less about Halo 4, but I love free swag.Speaking of Xbox 360 rewards, Microsoft started a program to reward people based on their Gamerscore. If you have a Gamerscore of 3,000-9,999, you are a "Contender" and will get a special gift in your birthday month (though they don't say what it is). If your Gamerscore is 10,000-24,999 you are a "Champion" and get both the special gift and a 1% rebate on every Xbox Live Marketplace purchase (i.e. you buy a 1200 point game and you will get 12 points back). If your Gamerscore is 25,000 or higher you are a "Legend" and will get the special gift and a 2% rebate on Xbox Live Marketplace purchases.
Don't know, they should since Apple is the same way. You don't get that automatic choice when you buy a Mac computer, for example. My only guess is it's because PC's vastly outsell Macs. Guess the EU doesn't care that Apple has a OS monopoly on Macs.