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Computer Applications Unit 1
Running Head: The XBOX Experience The XBOX Experience Topic: Education October 12, 2008 American Intercontinental University {draw:frame} The XBOX Experience Imagine if friends and families had the ability to instantly watch movies from Netflix, live out their musical fantasies through Rock Band 2 and Lips, star in their own Hollywood classics with You 're in the Movies, or have the power to never miss the latest episode of Heroes—all from one device, starting at $199.* Xbox 360 is the most affordable next-generation console on the market, offering something for everyone. That device is Xbox 360®, and today Microsoft announced lower retail prices for the gaming and entertainment console in the United States, which offers the leading Xbox LIVE® service. Beginning September 5, Xbox 360 Arcade retails for the estimated price of $199.99, the Xbox 360 console for $299.99, and Xbox 360 Elite for $399.99. Industry Milestone
"We are thrilled to be the first next-generation console on the market to reach $199, a price that invites everyone to enjoy Xbox 360," said Don Mattrick, senior vice president of the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. "Xbox 360 delivers amazing performance at an extraordinary value with the leading online service and best lineup of games, downloadable movies and TV shows available from a console. The majority of consumers make the decision to buy consoles once the price falls to this mark, making this an important milestone for consumers and the industry." No matter what kind of game makes your heart race, Xbox 360 has something for everyone. History shows that more than 75 percent of all console sales happen after the price falls below the $200 mark. For millions of consumers who have been waiting for the perfect time to buy an Xbox 360 console, their moment has finally arrived. At $199, Xbox 360 is the most affordable next-generation console on the market, offering something for everyone with the most dynamic,


References: CBS Interactive Inc. (2008). The XBOX 360 should win this console war Retrieved October 12, 2008, from http://news.cnet.com/8301-13506_3-10039408-17.html?tag=mncol Microsoft Corp. (2008). XBXO 360 Invites Everyone To Play. Retrieved October 12, 2008, from http://www.xbox.com/en-US/community/news/2008/xbox360pricedrop.htm
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