October 8, 2008

Xbox 360 Readies for Blu-ray


According to the report, Toshiba-Samsung Storage Technology Corp has picked up a contract to manufacture external Blu-ray disc drives for Xbox 360. A price of $100 - $150 is being suggested, although the story says this number is “rumor”.

Microsoft’s short-lived flirtation with Blu-ray rival HD-DVD was widely seen as a tactical move against Sony’s Blu-ray drive; one that failed to stem Blu-ray’s victory over the rival format.

Now Microsoft is seeking to bridge a gap between its machine and PS3, by offering Blu-ray as a relatively inexpensive add-on for Xbox 360. Edge is chasing Microsoft for a comment.

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