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Xbox 360 fall update will include 1080p and HD-DVD

September 23rd, 2006

several sources are now confirming two big HD updates to the Xbox 360 platform:

1) 1080p support coming soon — kinda. What does this mean ?  Engadget HD breaks it down

VGA:

• HD DVD - 1080p resolution and all others
• DVD - Upscaled as high as 1080p resolution and all others
• Games - 720p games upscaled to 1080p, also supports native-1080p games in the future

Component:

• HD DVD - 1080i resolution maximum, limited by AACS
• DVD - Upscaled to 480p maximum, limited by CSS
• Games - 720p games upscaled to 1080p, also supports native-1080p games in the future

2) The much rumored HD-DVD now has a date and pricing — at least in Japan.  About $180 and scheduled for Nov 22.  We hope to have US pricing and dates soon.

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