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Entries from September 2006

Microsoft aims for 100m Xbox 360 users

September 30th, 2006 · No Comments

Moore outlines Microsoft’s 100m Xbox vision // GamesIndustry.biz
Xbox Master Chief Peter Moore has announced that he’s aiming to hit 100 million sales for the 360, and sees the introduction of so-called ‘Family Funster’ products as key to the challenge.
Speaking in Barcelona, where the brand recently shocked the Blu-ray camp by announcing a 130 pound price […]

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Tags: Trade · Video games · HD DVD and Blu-ray

Microsoft Zune to launch at 250 dollars

September 29th, 2006 · No Comments

Microsoft has confirmed the price and delivery date of its first US Zune digital audio player. The model will street on 14 November, priced at 249 dollars.
The Toshiba-made unit has 30GB of storage, and is designed to work with Microsoft’s new subscription (14.99 dollars a month) and download online service (99 cents a track).
A key […]

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Tags: Trade · Hi-fi · Internet and networking

Meridian corners custom install speaker market

September 29th, 2006 · No Comments

Meridian is looking to claim more of the lucrative custom install market with its new in-wall speaker ranges. The brand’s 200 Series are in-ceiling designs while the 300 Series comprise in-wall /flush-mount and on-wall systems, which can be supplied either passive or active analogue, driven by the Meridian G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier.
The 200 Series […]

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Tags: Trade · Home cinema

Toshiba UK appoints dynamic duo

September 29th, 2006 · No Comments

Toshiba Information Systems has appointed two new dealer account managers. Iain Wiseman and Matt Riley have been hired to help develop business opportunities and strengthen the brand’s sales support.
Wiseman will be responsible for the business development of Toshiba’s mass merchandiser accounts while Riley is the new account manager for independent dealers, charged with promoting the […]

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Tags: Miscellaneous items · Trade

Xbox 360 HD DVD drive in low price shock

September 27th, 2006 · No Comments

Microsoft has used its XO6 event in Barcelona to announce that the HD DVD drive for the Xbox 360 will retail in the UK for just 130 pounds (or 199 Euros). It will ship with an HD version of Peter Jackson’s King Kong, as well as an Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote.
The retail price […]

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Tags: Trade · Video games · HD DVD and Blu-ray