The Xbox 360 Compendium, Version 2.1
04-21-06 | 01:14 PM
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Microsoft to update Xbox 360 CPU with 65nm tech
Paul Loughrey 15:40 21/04/2006
Signs new deal with Chartered Semiconductor; first systems due in early '07
Microsoft is set to move the manufacturing of the Xbox 360's CPUs to a more advanced 65 nanometre process, and has signed a new agreement with Singapore-based Chartered Semiconductor to build the chips using its advanced Silicon-On-Insulator technology.
Chartered Semiconductor is currently manufacturing the CPU using 90nm SOI processes, and the upgrade in technology to 65nm will potentially reduce both heat and power consumption, as well as lowering manufacturing costs for Microsoft's next-generation console. The first consoles incorporating the new CPUs are set to appear in the first quarter of 2007.
Kay Chai Ang, SVP of fab operations at Chartered, commented: "We are excited to expand our manufacturing relationship with Microsoft and leverage the innovative 65nm SOI technology made available to us through our agreement with IBM. By working closely with IBM to enable manufacturing compatibility and dual-sourcing capability, our goal is to continue to be a reliable manufacturing source to Microsoft."
"We look forward to working with Chartered on the production of such an important component of our Xbox 360 system," added Larry Yang, GM of Xbox console development at Microsoft. "We plan to continue with our strategy of dual sourcing from Chartered and IBM's fabs, which are operationally aligned and compatible, to give us the consistent product quality and flexibility we will need."
The move marks another step in Microsoft's concerted efforts to increase its production capacity for the Xbox 360, the company recently doubling Xbox 360 chip orders from several Taiwanese manufacturing partners, with Zhongshan-based Winstron Corp announcing an expansion of its manufacturing facility to meet the demand for 1m Xbox 360 consoles per month.
Paul Loughrey 15:40 21/04/2006
Signs new deal with Chartered Semiconductor; first systems due in early '07
Microsoft is set to move the manufacturing of the Xbox 360's CPUs to a more advanced 65 nanometre process, and has signed a new agreement with Singapore-based Chartered Semiconductor to build the chips using its advanced Silicon-On-Insulator technology.
Chartered Semiconductor is currently manufacturing the CPU using 90nm SOI processes, and the upgrade in technology to 65nm will potentially reduce both heat and power consumption, as well as lowering manufacturing costs for Microsoft's next-generation console. The first consoles incorporating the new CPUs are set to appear in the first quarter of 2007.
Kay Chai Ang, SVP of fab operations at Chartered, commented: "We are excited to expand our manufacturing relationship with Microsoft and leverage the innovative 65nm SOI technology made available to us through our agreement with IBM. By working closely with IBM to enable manufacturing compatibility and dual-sourcing capability, our goal is to continue to be a reliable manufacturing source to Microsoft."
"We look forward to working with Chartered on the production of such an important component of our Xbox 360 system," added Larry Yang, GM of Xbox console development at Microsoft. "We plan to continue with our strategy of dual sourcing from Chartered and IBM's fabs, which are operationally aligned and compatible, to give us the consistent product quality and flexibility we will need."
The move marks another step in Microsoft's concerted efforts to increase its production capacity for the Xbox 360, the company recently doubling Xbox 360 chip orders from several Taiwanese manufacturing partners, with Zhongshan-based Winstron Corp announcing an expansion of its manufacturing facility to meet the demand for 1m Xbox 360 consoles per month.
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04-21-06 | 06:51 PM
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Wasn't the point of buying the 360 so we wouldn't have to upgrade our systems. So does this mean in 2 years from now there will be a sticker on games saying if you want to get the full frame rates and no loading time you must own a 2nd generation 360 with the more advanced cpu.
04-21-06 | 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Mok
Wasn't the point of buying the 360 so we wouldn't have to upgrade our systems. So does this mean in 2 years from now there will be a sticker on games saying if you want to get the full frame rates and no loading time you must own a 2nd generation 360 with the more advanced cpu.
Performance will be the same. Every recent console has gone through similar changes over the course of its lifetime.
04-21-06 | 10:11 PM
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Yep. I think it just means they will either:
1. make more money per console sold
2. lose less money per console sold
which would:
3. allow for a price drop sooner to put a thorn in Sony's side
1. make more money per console sold
2. lose less money per console sold
which would:
3. allow for a price drop sooner to put a thorn in Sony's side
04-23-06 | 09:51 AM
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I'll believe an HD-DVD add-on for $100 when it is in stores and I have seen reviews saying it works. I mean, controllers are almost $50. I would be SHOCKED at that price.
04-23-06 | 10:15 AM
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Can anyone tell me a good place to get European Xbox 360 sales numbers? I'm keeping a chart for sales and have yet to find a source (in order to compute worldwide sales).
04-24-06 | 11:44 AM
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MEDIA ALERT - In her ever-evolving battle against the evil dataDyne Corporation, Joanna Dark’s mission is far from over. Microsoft Game Studios and Rare today announced that a free playable demo and new downloadable content for “Perfect Dark Zero” will be available via Xbox Live Marketplace, providing new challenges for existing gamers and an opportunity for new fans to join the fight against dataDyne.
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Included in the free auto-updates are eight new bot personalities, making these artificially intelligent enemies even more treacherous. Some of the new bots even get personal: judge bots instinctively attack the player with the most kills, while bully bots attack the player with the least. Venge bots are constantly out for blood, targeting the last person that killed them. The infamous DarkOps Bots are being added, as well, and will be available in all multiplayer scenarios.
So the Demo and some new bots with personality are coming soon (or are already there).
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Included in the free auto-updates are eight new bot personalities, making these artificially intelligent enemies even more treacherous. Some of the new bots even get personal: judge bots instinctively attack the player with the most kills, while bully bots attack the player with the least. Venge bots are constantly out for blood, targeting the last person that killed them. The infamous DarkOps Bots are being added, as well, and will be available in all multiplayer scenarios.
So the Demo and some new bots with personality are coming soon (or are already there).
04-24-06 | 03:30 PM
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April 24, 2006
Bomberman Act: Zero to be First Xbox 360 Budget Title
Posted by CheapyD
A quick check of some major Japanese online retailers reveals that Bomberman Act: Zero for the Xbox 360 has a bargain basement price of around ￥2,800 ($25 US), making it the first real budget title for the 360. So far, only a Japan version has been announced, but we can still hope that the game and its CAG friendly price will see a worldwide release (unless it sucks).
According to the product descriptions, Bomberman Act: Zero will be released in Japan on May 25th, has up to 8 player Xbox Live support and an optional first person viewpoint.
Please bring it to the U.S., please bring it to the U.S.
Chris
April 24, 2006
Bomberman Act: Zero to be First Xbox 360 Budget Title
Posted by CheapyD
A quick check of some major Japanese online retailers reveals that Bomberman Act: Zero for the Xbox 360 has a bargain basement price of around ￥2,800 ($25 US), making it the first real budget title for the 360. So far, only a Japan version has been announced, but we can still hope that the game and its CAG friendly price will see a worldwide release (unless it sucks).
According to the product descriptions, Bomberman Act: Zero will be released in Japan on May 25th, has up to 8 player Xbox Live support and an optional first person viewpoint.
Please bring it to the U.S., please bring it to the U.S.
Chris
04-24-06 | 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by mrpayroll
I actually saw some screencaps from this a long time ago.. let me see if I can dig them up.
04-24-06 | 03:49 PM
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no pics - just use Adam's link
IGN's link - I can't see screenshots (filters at work) so I can't verify any on the page.
IGN's link - I can't see screenshots (filters at work) so I can't verify any on the page.
Last edited by Liver&Onions; 04-24-06 at 03:58 PM.
04-24-06 | 03:51 PM
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Xequted has the largest set of Bomberman: Act Zero screens I could (quickly) find.
They just say "Image not available", which is strange since so many other sites have screenshots.
Originally Posted by Liver&Onions
IGN's link - I can't see screenshots (filters at work) so I can't verify any on the page.
04-24-06 | 04:15 PM
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Old school bomberman.
Bargain price...
Here's hoping for the same thing stateside.
Bargain price...
Here's hoping for the same thing stateside.
04-26-06 | 10:56 AM
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Uno will have camera support (video)
http://www.gearlive.com/index.php/ne...atible-425535/
http://www.gearlive.com/index.php/ne...atible-425535/
04-26-06 | 11:03 AM
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Uno will have camera support (video)
http://www.gearlive.com/index.php/ne...atible-425535/
http://www.gearlive.com/index.php/ne...atible-425535/
Gives a whole new meaning to Draw Two.
04-26-06 | 11:30 AM
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I'm trying to book some time with Hudson to view Bomberman as well as Dungeon Explorer for the 360 and thier Revolution title. I'll let you guys know how Bomberman plays if I get a chance.
Uno with camera support looks pretty cool.
Uno with camera support looks pretty cool.
04-26-06 | 04:01 PM
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Finally, a way to rank yourself against all other 360 players:
http://top360tag.com/FindGamertag.as...tag=ST+TheKing
I'm in the top 300 in Arcade.
http://top360tag.com/FindGamertag.as...tag=ST+TheKing
I'm in the top 300 in Arcade.
04-26-06 | 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by edstein
That video made me sea sick. Was it taken on a boat, sheesh.
But they had Texas Hold 'Em up there too. Wonder when all this stuff is coming out?
04-26-06 | 08:23 PM
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I'm betting that Texas Hold'em and the rest of the downloads will happen in conjunction with E3 2006 & the free week of Live.