Zune Video on Xbox 360

From/De: Xbox Press (released on Nov.12.2009)

Next Week the TV Transforms when Social Networking, Music and Movies Come Alive on Xbox 360

Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and Zune video Launch Nov.17 on Xbox LIVE

The topic du jour was all about TV, but this morning at NewTeeVee Live an industry conference that explores the future of television Xbox LIVE general manager Marc Whitten confirmed the next wave of social entertainment is coming to Xbox LIVE on November 17. Starting next week, Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and instant on HD video from Zune will be available on Xbox 360 consoles, transforming Xbox LIVE into the largest social network connected to the TV with exclusive features custom-designed for the living room. Were delivering some truly exciting social entertainment experiences to our members, said Whitten. Xbox LIVEs differentiator has always been our community, and weve already seen a tremendous response to these features in our public preview.

Its the community that drives us forward and allows us to pioneer new ways of connecting people through the entertainment they love. • Facebook* Update your status to share what movie, game or entertainment youre enjoying, connect with friends and view their Facebook stream, status updates and photos on the big screen all seamlessly integrated and custom-built for Xbox 360. You can even compare your Xbox LIVE and Facebook friends lists to see which of your friends are on LIVE.

• Zune Zune video on Xbox LIVE offers a full fidelity experience with instant on HD in 1080p and 5.1 channel surround sound. No waiting for downloads or buffering, its there at the press of a button. You can also share the experience with up to seven friends through voice chat and Avatar integration on the TV screen it puts a whole new spin on movie night.
• Twitter* Stay in the know by discovering, posting and replying to Tweets right on your Xbox 360. You can even view friend profiles, trends and conversations, or search to see whos tweeting about your favorite game.
• Last.fm* Discover more music and explore endless personalized radio stations with Last.fm on Xbox 360. Skip, ban or love tracks to create your perfect mix—weve even built in Gamer Stations with game-related types of music selected specifically for the gaming community (Available in the U.S. and UK).

In addition to these social features, Xbox LIVE will also be debuting News and More, a new section of the Inside Xbox channel, transforming Xbox LIVE into a full-fledged media portal. With a regularly-updated stream of content from MSNBC, The New Yorker and Dilbert, News and More brings the latest in current events, arts and entertainment right to your fingertips. All of these features build on the wild success of Netflix on Xbox LIVE, which quickly established Xbox 360 as the most-used living room device for streaming Netflix content to the home1. Only on Xbox 360 can you find the best in movies, music, games and social networking all in one place, tailor-made for the TV and connected to more than 20 million people around the globe.

From the launch of Xbox LIVE nearly seven years ago, to milestones like Video Marketplace, Netflix and the New Xbox Experience, weve continued working toward our vision of connected entertainment for everyone, continued Whitten. Im proud to say that next week marks another great stride in fulfilling that promise, and were already imagining what the future has in store. So what are you waiting for? On November 17, turn on your Xbox 360, log onto Xbox LIVE and enjoy the world of social entertainment at your fingertips. Not an Xbox LIVE Gold member? Starting November 20 (12 pm ET / 9 am PT) until November 23 (12 pm ET / 9 am PT) Xbox LIVE Silver members can enjoy the latest Gold features for FREE including Facebook, Twitter and Last.fm! Theres tons more to experience with Gold as well. Play the latest game titles like Halo 3: ODST online multiplayer, participate in 1 vs. 100, host an Xbox LIVE Party or even video chat with friends. All of these Gold-only features will be available all weekend long for anyone to try.

* Xbox LIVE Gold adult account required to access these features. Xbox LIVE Gold memberships are just over $4 (U.S.) per month

** Xbox LIVE members under the age of 18 will not be able to access Facebook and Twitter as part of the Free Gold Weekend

1 Source: One Touch Intelligence (www.onetouchintelligence.com), from October 2009 survey conducted in association with The Praxi Group, Inc.

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• Xbox 360
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• TV

[simon653c]

how can i get subtitels on?

[juanitabx1]

How to watch the zune movies on xbox 360 (LIVE)

[iPulseX]

@TorroRoger It's Microsoft, Are you kidding?

[XxKiller2311xX]

How did u make it so u control all there emotes?

[notyourbroRB]

@Ang3lofd3ath74 You have to suggest the vid to ur party and the rest of em have to buy the vid as well.

[Willis53y]

nice i thought it would be crappy cause its instant

[CrazyBunnyPictures]

does everyone have to pay or just the leader?

[Ang3lofd3ath74]

i have videos on my zune how do i play my vids so my friends can see like in ur vid

[DMONEY7263]

How do u watch it with friends n start a party

[TorroRoger]

ok thx