Microsoft Reveals First Details Of Next-Generation Xbox
Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) unveiled the first details of its next-generation Xbox video game system that will include features such as custom music playlists and information exchange between online players.
A company spokesman said there is no announcement yet of when the new version Xbox is due out. He did say that all future generations of the game console will focus on a more personalized experience for players by fusing hardware, software and services.
New features such as the "guide" will enable players to read about other Xbox online members and to listen to the music of their choice while playing, said the Microsoft spokesman. Allowing gamers to choose their own music will also eliminate the need for game developers to support custom music in game softwares, he said.
As of Dec. 31, Microsoft has sold 19.9 million Xbox consoles worldwide since its 2001 launch, according to the company official. The Xbox , which competes against Sony Corp.'s (SNE) PlayStation and Nintendo Co.'s (7974.OK) GameCube, currently sells for about $150, the spokesman said.
For the six months ended Dec. 31, the home and entertainment segment brought in $2.04 billion, or 10%, of Microsoft's total revenue of $20 billion.
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微软披露下一代Xbox游戏系统的细节
微软(Microsoft Corp., MSFT)首次披露下一代Xbox视频游戏系统的细节，其中包括自定义音乐播放列表和在线玩家信息交流等特色功能。
微软的发言人称，目前尚不宣布新一代Xbox的发布时间。不过他指出，未来微软游戏机的发展重点是将硬件、软件及服务融合于一身，为用户提供更加个性化的游戏体验。
