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Koku Gamer: XBL Update Preview

Koku Gamer writes: "Xbox Live update, set to release August 11th, is packed with new features. Here is a glimpse at each of those new features."

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A HiFi5391d ago

Good stuff. I'm looking forward to this. =)

SaberEdge5391d ago

I'm really looking forward to this update as well. I love some of the new features like being able to rate content in the marketplace. Keep it up Microsoft, I'm really liking all the improvements.

Xeall5391d ago

I approve of rocking out in my news!

Ziriux5391d ago

I like every update MS releases. Cannot wait for the Facebook and Twitter.

A HiFi5391d ago

I'm more just looking forward to what props my friends will be playing with when I look at my friends list! Even if I'm not going to buy anything, it's still nice to see change. It's refreshing. I'm awaiting Twitter, Facebook (and also last.fm) too.

Carnage12905391d ago

Great video, I actually can wait for this update. The only thing I'm really looking forward to is the games on demand feature. Since the Twitter and Facebook functionality isn't in here, I dont really care all that much, especially since I don't have netflix.

Ziriux5391d ago

Yea, lol, I don't know how I feel about twitting constantly on my 360, it's too time consuming unless you have a keyboard.

A HiFi5391d ago

I think the ideas are neat but yeah, I don't have access to Netflix so...

But we're getting a Sky (the UK equivalent of Fox) package in the UK. Sure you have to pay a bit extra but it could be worth it. =)

Ziriux5391d ago

I'll take Sky over Netflix anyday. I'm not a movie buff, I rather have television and some sports to watch. I would love to watch a NCAA or NFL game over my Xbox 360, but first I need to fix my ethernet port.

A HiFi5391d ago

It's good for me because I don't have a Sky package (too expensive), so I miss out on a lot of live sports and the movie channels etc. This'd be a good substitute if the price is right.

Ziriux5391d ago

Hey I have Soccer TV, that's good enough for me here in America, as long as I can see my fav. English Premiere League team i'm fine and Soccer TV does it for me.

WengYong5391d ago

Australia gets shafted again?

Ziriux5391d ago

Yea never understood why MS can't offer the same servies to most regions I mean Euros and Aussies both enjoy facebook and twitter as well as movies. I think they should get their peeps in each region to be in talks with different movie studios to get deals going kind of like Sky and MS in England.

WengYong5391d ago

I dont think our internet services could cope with such services anyway. If we more people had DSL2 or naked DSL it could be more feasible.

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Wonderfulwest5391d ago

well i cant wait for this new update,some really good features there too

WengYong5391d ago

Yeah, I don't really care for facebook or twitter, I only ever use them on a PC and thats the way it will stay with me.

Games on demand looks good, can't wait.

A HiFi5391d ago

I'm not really interested in Games on Demand. I like having physical copies of my games...

Ziriux5391d ago

Yea, but knowing if you scratch the disc or loose and and having the game on the network or the hard-drive is safe, you won't have to spend another $60 or half that for a used game, I like my digital media storage rather.

WengYong5391d ago

The problem with physical media, especially 360 media, is its prone to scratches. Take into account some dodgy as DVD drives and physical media is a bit of a let down.

A HiFi5391d ago

But you can spend a couple of pounds/a few dollars to get a scratched disc fixed in gaming retail shops so...I just like having physical copies of games. I do have a few digital downloads on the PC but...I dunno. I'd rather get a manual and a box to look at and read.

But yeah, there are people who prefer digital downloads and there are people who don't. It's weird.

Ziriux5391d ago

Yea, but it's not a guarnetee that it will work either if you do that. Its really hard to predict such, so that's why I prefer digital storage.

WengYong5391d ago (Edited 5391d ago )

But I really dont see the point in spending extra on a game if I already shelled out more than $40 for it; especially if it was scratched by my console. Its one of the reasons I buy my multi plats on ps3, because I know it will never scratch.

EDIT: Not all multi plats, just ones that dont have DLC I want

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The Evolution of the Xbox 360 Dashboard

Over the years, the Xbox 360 has seen a few revamps for their dashboard. Here's a look at how much has changed over the six years.

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gamingdroid4501d ago

It really is amazing how MS transformed the dash from the old (and aged) blades to what we have now. The new dash is by far the best one I have used.

All the new features and apps, wasn't something I expected when I jumped on the Xbox 360 platform way back when.

TheFreak4501d ago (Edited 4501d ago )

Yes the new dash is definitely an improvement. Now it's much easier to navigate and find things.

ElliePage4501d ago

It didn't evolve at all. It only got worse over time. The first dashboard with the blades was the best one as it was easy & quick to navigate and you had 1 ad tops (which at the time was usually for games or game events like playing the mystery gamer). Now it's hard to find anything but ads on the thing.

darthv724500d ago

you can only find ads now on the dash?

Well maybe thats true to a point. I find ads for movies and tv shows on sale and games on sale or new demos available.

Even the doritos superbowl promo is worth checking out.

DeathAvengers4500d ago

The ads of things unrelated to xbox are in a tiny box to the bottom right of the screen, seriously stop crying...

Hufandpuf4501d ago

A LOT of people still prefer the blade dashboard IDK why. I preferably liked the one before our current one.

iamgoatman4501d ago

Same here, preferred the last dash over the current one. As someone who rarely connects to Live, the new dash just wastes so much space. When offline the main panel is mostly a giant 'connect to xbox live' button, with the rest of the space taken up by network troubleshooting and a beginners set up. An ability to customise the layout of the dash would be greatly appreciated, but customisation has never been MS' style.

Mikeyy4501d ago

The New dash is a semi-ripoff of XMB.

IRetrouk4501d ago

i thought that when i started using it, the old blades were the best, they were simple and easy to use, the new dash just looks confused.

Mikeyy4496d ago

I got 9 dissagrees? are you guys serious? Look at the words across the top of your Dashboard. listed in a row from left to right, this is a rip off of XMB.

Facts are facts.

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Is the Avatar Marketplace Worth It?

With the release of the new Xbox Live Avatar Marketplace, users are able to but new clothing for their avatar. Although it is a good way to use up unused points, is Microsoft just trying to get us to spend even more money on virtual clothing?

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Go Gaming Giant5373d ago

I think that Microsoft seriously is scamming us with the marketplace.

IaMs125373d ago

Well yes but they are not forcing you to buy these things. They should have it free tho to be honest. Its also a nice option for suckers.

nomoregameblogs5373d ago

i love how the avatars look so happy that the just wasted their money

thegreatest78845372d ago

400 msp is way too much to pay for an outfit.

muddy94945372d ago

That is true. I dont like the way we have to pay 5 bucks for a silly outfit.

Darren_y25372d ago

Any money for a virtual item, to me is too much money.

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TCM OC Podcast #24 – Using a Spare Thumbstick

CouchMercenaries.com - The Overseas Connection Podcast is short a man this week, so we break into the closet and pullout a spare Thumbstick to fill the shoes of Chin Chinny. Join Murphys Law, Big Bad Daddy, FandA Eternal and special guest host Andockski as we delve into: this weeks breaking news, new game releases, the "rant" segment and a new segment titled "Geek or Geek Shiek".

Topics & Games discussed:

Question of the Week: Which added "pack-in" feature to consoles do you think is most crucial for a console to have? Built-in Wifi, Included HDMI, Included Headset, Free Online, Wireless Controllers or something else?

Halo 2 Keeping Original Xbox Live Alive, Limiting Friends Lists
Guitar Hero 5 Backwards Compatibility Revealed
Best Buy Testing Price Matching Used Games
Iwata: Vitality Sensor coming 'not too late' in 2010
Rumor: Spielberg looking to produce Halo movie
French retailer claims PS3 Slim is real, will be $100 Euros cheaper
Sports Illustrated subscription and Madden 10 bundled for only $49
50 Cent to make cameo appearance in Modern Warfare 2
Activision reaches settlement over Brutal Legend release
Download and enjoy!

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