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570b1d3d6b8089140040f720 | Where did Peter Moor work before being recruited to help on the 360? | Sega of America | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKnown during development as Xbox Next, Xenon, Xbox 2, Xbox FS or NextBox, the Xbox 360 was conceived in early 2003. In February 2003, planning for the Xenon software platform began, and was headed by Microsoft's Vice President J Allard. That month, Microsoft held an event for 400 developers in Bellevue... |
570b1d3d6b8089140040f721 | Original 360 Alpha dev kits used what existing system's hardware? | Apple's Power Mac G5 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKnown during development as Xbox Next, Xenon, Xbox 2, Xbox FS or NextBox, the Xbox 360 was conceived in early 2003. In February 2003, planning for the Xenon software platform began, and was headed by Microsoft's Vice President J Allard. That month, Microsoft held an event for 400 developers in Bellevue... |
570b1d3d6b8089140040f722 | What CPU did the 360 use? | IBM's Xenon processor | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKnown during development as Xbox Next, Xenon, Xbox 2, Xbox FS or NextBox, the Xbox 360 was conceived in early 2003. In February 2003, planning for the Xenon software platform began, and was headed by Microsoft's Vice President J Allard. That month, Microsoft held an event for 400 developers in Bellevue... |
570b1e376b8089140040f728 | The Xbox 360 Pro included what size hard drive storage? | 20 GB | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt launch, the Xbox 360 was available in two configurations: the \"Xbox 360\" package (unofficially known as the 20 GB Pro or Premium), priced at US$399 or GB£279.99, and the \"Xbox 360 Core\", priced at US$299 and GB£209.99. The original shipment of the Xbox 360 version included a cut-down version of ... |
570b1e376b8089140040f729 | What was the official name of the lower-priced 360 SKU at launch? | Xbox 360 Core | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt launch, the Xbox 360 was available in two configurations: the \"Xbox 360\" package (unofficially known as the 20 GB Pro or Premium), priced at US$399 or GB£279.99, and the \"Xbox 360 Core\", priced at US$299 and GB£209.99. The original shipment of the Xbox 360 version included a cut-down version of ... |
570b1e376b8089140040f72a | The Xbox 360 Elite eventually launched at what price point? | US$479 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt launch, the Xbox 360 was available in two configurations: the \"Xbox 360\" package (unofficially known as the 20 GB Pro or Premium), priced at US$399 or GB£279.99, and the \"Xbox 360 Core\", priced at US$299 and GB£209.99. The original shipment of the Xbox 360 version included a cut-down version of ... |
570b1e376b8089140040f72b | The 360 Pro's original storage was replaced by a hard drive of what size in 2008? | 60 GB | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt launch, the Xbox 360 was available in two configurations: the \"Xbox 360\" package (unofficially known as the 20 GB Pro or Premium), priced at US$399 or GB£279.99, and the \"Xbox 360 Core\", priced at US$299 and GB£209.99. The original shipment of the Xbox 360 version included a cut-down version of ... |
570b1e376b8089140040f72c | What did Microsoft name the SKU that replaced the 360 Core? | Xbox 360 Arcade | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt launch, the Xbox 360 was available in two configurations: the \"Xbox 360\" package (unofficially known as the 20 GB Pro or Premium), priced at US$399 or GB£279.99, and the \"Xbox 360 Core\", priced at US$299 and GB£209.99. The original shipment of the Xbox 360 version included a cut-down version of ... |
570b1ef16b8089140040f73c | How many titles did the 360 have at launch in North America? | 14 games | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 launched with 14 games in North America and 13 in Europe. The console's best-selling game for 2005, Call of Duty 2, sold over a million copies. Five other games sold over a million copies in the console's first year on the market: Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, The Elder Scrolls IV: Obli... |
570b1ef16b8089140040f73d | What title was the console's best seller in 2005? | Call of Duty 2 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 launched with 14 games in North America and 13 in Europe. The console's best-selling game for 2005, Call of Duty 2, sold over a million copies. Five other games sold over a million copies in the console's first year on the market: Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, The Elder Scrolls IV: Obli... |
570b1ef16b8089140040f73e | How many copies did Halo 3 sell? | 8 million copies | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 launched with 14 games in North America and 13 in Europe. The console's best-selling game for 2005, Call of Duty 2, sold over a million copies. Five other games sold over a million copies in the console's first year on the market: Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, The Elder Scrolls IV: Obli... |
570b1ef16b8089140040f73f | Halo 3 was released in what year? | 2007 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 launched with 14 games in North America and 13 in Europe. The console's best-selling game for 2005, Call of Duty 2, sold over a million copies. Five other games sold over a million copies in the console's first year on the market: Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, The Elder Scrolls IV: Obli... |
570b1ef16b8089140040f740 | Other than Call of Duty 2, how many games sold at least 1 million copies the first year of the 360? | Five | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 launched with 14 games in North America and 13 in Europe. The console's best-selling game for 2005, Call of Duty 2, sold over a million copies. Five other games sold over a million copies in the console's first year on the market: Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, The Elder Scrolls IV: Obli... |
570b20036b8089140040f750 | What 3 video formats did the 360 support natively at launch? | Windows Media Video (WMV) format (including high-definition and PlaysForSure videos), as well as H.264 and MPEG-4 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 supports videos in Windows Media Video (WMV) format (including high-definition and PlaysForSure videos), as well as H.264 and MPEG-4 media. The December 2007 dashboard update added support for the playback of MPEG-4 ASP format videos. The console can also display pictures and perform slide... |
570b20036b8089140040f751 | Support for what video format was added in 2007? | MPEG-4 ASP | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 supports videos in Windows Media Video (WMV) format (including high-definition and PlaysForSure videos), as well as H.264 and MPEG-4 media. The December 2007 dashboard update added support for the playback of MPEG-4 ASP format videos. The console can also display pictures and perform slide... |
570b20036b8089140040f752 | How are music player controls accessed by 360 users? | the Xbox 360 Guide button | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 supports videos in Windows Media Video (WMV) format (including high-definition and PlaysForSure videos), as well as H.264 and MPEG-4 media. The December 2007 dashboard update added support for the playback of MPEG-4 ASP format videos. The console can also display pictures and perform slide... |
570b20036b8089140040f753 | What is one feature of 360 photo slide shows? | transition effects | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 supports videos in Windows Media Video (WMV) format (including high-definition and PlaysForSure videos), as well as H.264 and MPEG-4 media. The December 2007 dashboard update added support for the playback of MPEG-4 ASP format videos. The console can also display pictures and perform slide... |
570b212d6b8089140040f75e | What was the name of the non-subscription Xbox online gaming service? | Xbox Live Silver | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhen the Xbox 360 was released, Microsoft's online gaming service Xbox Live was shut down for 24 hours and underwent a major upgrade, adding a basic non-subscription service called Xbox Live Silver (later renamed Xbox Live Free) to its already established premium subscription-based service (which was r... |
570b212d6b8089140040f75f | What was the "color" name given to the premium version of Xbox Live? | Gold | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhen the Xbox 360 was released, Microsoft's online gaming service Xbox Live was shut down for 24 hours and underwent a major upgrade, adding a basic non-subscription service called Xbox Live Silver (later renamed Xbox Live Free) to its already established premium subscription-based service (which was r... |
570b212d6b8089140040f760 | What key feature is not supported by the free version of Live? | multiplayer gaming | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhen the Xbox 360 was released, Microsoft's online gaming service Xbox Live was shut down for 24 hours and underwent a major upgrade, adding a basic non-subscription service called Xbox Live Silver (later renamed Xbox Live Free) to its already established premium subscription-based service (which was r... |
570b212d6b8089140040f761 | Which popular gaming titles have their own online service outside Xbox Live? | EA Sports games | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhen the Xbox 360 was released, Microsoft's online gaming service Xbox Live was shut down for 24 hours and underwent a major upgrade, adding a basic non-subscription service called Xbox Live Silver (later renamed Xbox Live Free) to its already established premium subscription-based service (which was r... |
570b212d6b8089140040f762 | Voice support came online with what feature addition? | Xbox Live Vision | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhen the Xbox 360 was released, Microsoft's online gaming service Xbox Live was shut down for 24 hours and underwent a major upgrade, adding a basic non-subscription service called Xbox Live Silver (later renamed Xbox Live Free) to its already established premium subscription-based service (which was r... |
570b2212ec8fbc190045b84a | What is the name of the 360's online service? | Xbox Live | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 features an online service, Xbox Live, which was expanded from its previous iteration on the original Xbox and received regular updates during the console's lifetime. Available in free and subscription-based varieties, Xbox Live allows users to: play games online; download games (through X... |
570b2212ec8fbc190045b84b | What is the name of the feature that allows users to download games from Live? | Xbox Live Arcade | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 features an online service, Xbox Live, which was expanded from its previous iteration on the original Xbox and received regular updates during the console's lifetime. Available in free and subscription-based varieties, Xbox Live allows users to: play games online; download games (through X... |
570b2212ec8fbc190045b84c | What can people owning both a PC and 360 do? | stream media | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 features an online service, Xbox Live, which was expanded from its previous iteration on the original Xbox and received regular updates during the console's lifetime. Available in free and subscription-based varieties, Xbox Live allows users to: play games online; download games (through X... |
570b2212ec8fbc190045b84d | What is the name of the 360's motion sensing camera peripheral? | the Kinect | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 features an online service, Xbox Live, which was expanded from its previous iteration on the original Xbox and received regular updates during the console's lifetime. Available in free and subscription-based varieties, Xbox Live allows users to: play games online; download games (through X... |
570b2212ec8fbc190045b84e | The 360's multimedia capabilities transformed it from a game console to what? | a hub for living-room computing entertainment | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 features an online service, Xbox Live, which was expanded from its previous iteration on the original Xbox and received regular updates during the console's lifetime. Available in free and subscription-based varieties, Xbox Live allows users to: play games online; download games (through X... |
570b23406b8089140040f772 | What was the software attach rate in the US for the 360 by March of 2008? | 7.5 games per console in the US | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's advantage over its competitors was due to the release of high profile titles from both first party and third party developers. The 2007 Game Critics Awards honored the platform with 38 nominations and 12 wins – more than any other platform. By March 2008, the Xbox 360 had reached a softw... |
570b23406b8089140040f773 | What are two prominent 360 exclusive franchises? | the Halo franchise and Gears of War | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's advantage over its competitors was due to the release of high profile titles from both first party and third party developers. The 2007 Game Critics Awards honored the platform with 38 nominations and 12 wins – more than any other platform. By March 2008, the Xbox 360 had reached a softw... |
570b23406b8089140040f774 | Why were early multi-platform games considered superior on the 360? | the difficulties of programming for the PS3 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's advantage over its competitors was due to the release of high profile titles from both first party and third party developers. The 2007 Game Critics Awards honored the platform with 38 nominations and 12 wins – more than any other platform. By March 2008, the Xbox 360 had reached a softw... |
570b23406b8089140040f775 | The 360 earned 38 nominations and 12 wins from what organization in 2007? | Game Critics Awards | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's advantage over its competitors was due to the release of high profile titles from both first party and third party developers. The 2007 Game Critics Awards honored the platform with 38 nominations and 12 wins – more than any other platform. By March 2008, the Xbox 360 had reached a softw... |
570b23406b8089140040f776 | Microsoft hoped to have how many titles available for the 360 by the end of 2008? | over 1,000 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's advantage over its competitors was due to the release of high profile titles from both first party and third party developers. The 2007 Game Critics Awards honored the platform with 38 nominations and 12 wins – more than any other platform. By March 2008, the Xbox 360 had reached a softw... |
570b24296b8089140040f77c | What hardware defect code plagued the 360? | "General Hardware Failure" error | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTo aid customers with defective consoles, Microsoft extended the Xbox 360's manufacturer's warranty to three years for hardware failure problems that generate a \"General Hardware Failure\" error report. A \"General Hardware Failure\" is recognized on all models released before the Xbox 360 S by three ... |
570b24296b8089140040f77d | What is the flashing indicator of a general hardware error known as? | Red Ring of Death | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTo aid customers with defective consoles, Microsoft extended the Xbox 360's manufacturer's warranty to three years for hardware failure problems that generate a \"General Hardware Failure\" error report. A \"General Hardware Failure\" is recognized on all models released before the Xbox 360 S by three ... |
570b24296b8089140040f77e | How did Microsoft react to general hardware error problems? | Microsoft extended the Xbox 360's manufacturer's warranty to three years | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTo aid customers with defective consoles, Microsoft extended the Xbox 360's manufacturer's warranty to three years for hardware failure problems that generate a \"General Hardware Failure\" error report. A \"General Hardware Failure\" is recognized on all models released before the Xbox 360 S by three ... |
570b24296b8089140040f77f | What other error code was eventually covered by this warranty extension? | E74 error code | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTo aid customers with defective consoles, Microsoft extended the Xbox 360's manufacturer's warranty to three years for hardware failure problems that generate a \"General Hardware Failure\" error report. A \"General Hardware Failure\" is recognized on all models released before the Xbox 360 S by three ... |
570b24296b8089140040f780 | Where did users see the flashing light error codes display on their 360s? | the ring around the power button | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTo aid customers with defective consoles, Microsoft extended the Xbox 360's manufacturer's warranty to three years for hardware failure problems that generate a \"General Hardware Failure\" error report. A \"General Hardware Failure\" is recognized on all models released before the Xbox 360 S by three ... |
570b2526ec8fbc190045b868 | What online source called the 360 the 6th greatest console of all time in 2009? | IGN | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn 2009, IGN named the Xbox 360 the sixth-greatest video game console of all time, out of a field of 25. Although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, the Xbox 360 was deemed by TechRadar to be the most influential, by emphasizing digital media distribution and online gaming through ... |
570b2526ec8fbc190045b869 | TechRadar honored the 360 by calling it what? | most influential | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn 2009, IGN named the Xbox 360 the sixth-greatest video game console of all time, out of a field of 25. Although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, the Xbox 360 was deemed by TechRadar to be the most influential, by emphasizing digital media distribution and online gaming through ... |
570b2526ec8fbc190045b86a | What 360 peripheral was the fastest selling consumer electronic device in history? | Kinect | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn 2009, IGN named the Xbox 360 the sixth-greatest video game console of all time, out of a field of 25. Although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, the Xbox 360 was deemed by TechRadar to be the most influential, by emphasizing digital media distribution and online gaming through ... |
570b2526ec8fbc190045b86b | According to PC Magazine, the 360 created the prototype for what? | online gaming | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn 2009, IGN named the Xbox 360 the sixth-greatest video game console of all time, out of a field of 25. Although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, the Xbox 360 was deemed by TechRadar to be the most influential, by emphasizing digital media distribution and online gaming through ... |
570b2526ec8fbc190045b86c | What magazine ranked the 360 as the second best console of the 1993-2013 period? | Edge | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn 2009, IGN named the Xbox 360 the sixth-greatest video game console of all time, out of a field of 25. Although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, the Xbox 360 was deemed by TechRadar to be the most influential, by emphasizing digital media distribution and online gaming through ... |
570b260c6b8089140040f790 | Why was the 360 considered a market success for Microsoft? | it strengthened Microsoft as a major force in the console market | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 sold much better than its predecessor, and although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, it is regarded as a success since it strengthened Microsoft as a major force in the console market at the expense of well-established rivals. The inexpensive Nintendo Wii did sell th... |
570b260c6b8089140040f791 | What problem hurt Nintendo's Wii console? | collapse of third-party software support in its later years | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 sold much better than its predecessor, and although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, it is regarded as a success since it strengthened Microsoft as a major force in the console market at the expense of well-established rivals. The inexpensive Nintendo Wii did sell th... |
570b260c6b8089140040f792 | The Playstation 3 originally struggled for market share for what reasons? | due to being too expensive and initially lacking quality titles | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 sold much better than its predecessor, and although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, it is regarded as a success since it strengthened Microsoft as a major force in the console market at the expense of well-established rivals. The inexpensive Nintendo Wii did sell th... |
570b260c6b8089140040f793 | What is the successor to the 360 called? | Xbox One | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 sold much better than its predecessor, and although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, it is regarded as a success since it strengthened Microsoft as a major force in the console market at the expense of well-established rivals. The inexpensive Nintendo Wii did sell th... |
570b260c6b8089140040f794 | Which console sold the most units in the seventh generation era? | Nintendo Wii | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360 sold much better than its predecessor, and although not the best-selling console of the seventh-generation, it is regarded as a success since it strengthened Microsoft as a major force in the console market at the expense of well-established rivals. The inexpensive Nintendo Wii did sell th... |
570b26c7ec8fbc190045b886 | What was the original user interface for the 360 called? | Xbox 360 Dashboard | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's original graphical user interface was the Xbox 360 Dashboard; a tabbed interface that featured five \"Blades\" (formerly four blades), and was designed by AKQA and Audiobrain. It could be launched automatically when the console booted without a disc in it, or when the disc tray was eject... |
570b26c7ec8fbc190045b887 | Who designed this user interface? | AKQA and Audiobrain | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's original graphical user interface was the Xbox 360 Dashboard; a tabbed interface that featured five \"Blades\" (formerly four blades), and was designed by AKQA and Audiobrain. It could be launched automatically when the console booted without a disc in it, or when the disc tray was eject... |
570b26c7ec8fbc190045b888 | The simple dashboard could be accessed by pressing what controller button? | the Xbox Guide button on the gamepad | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's original graphical user interface was the Xbox 360 Dashboard; a tabbed interface that featured five \"Blades\" (formerly four blades), and was designed by AKQA and Audiobrain. It could be launched automatically when the console booted without a disc in it, or when the disc tray was eject... |
570b26c7ec8fbc190045b889 | How many tabs were on the 360 dashboard interface? | five | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's original graphical user interface was the Xbox 360 Dashboard; a tabbed interface that featured five \"Blades\" (formerly four blades), and was designed by AKQA and Audiobrain. It could be launched automatically when the console booted without a disc in it, or when the disc tray was eject... |
570b26c7ec8fbc190045b88a | The tabs on the user interface were called what? | Blades | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox 360's original graphical user interface was the Xbox 360 Dashboard; a tabbed interface that featured five \"Blades\" (formerly four blades), and was designed by AKQA and Audiobrain. It could be launched automatically when the console booted without a disc in it, or when the disc tray was eject... |
570b27b4ec8fbc190045b890 | What was a classic title originally offered by the Xbox Live Arcade? | Ms. Pac-Man | [
"Xbox_360\n\nXbox Live Arcade is an online service operated by Microsoft that is used to distribute downloadable video games to Xbox and Xbox 360 owners. In addition to classic arcade games such as Ms. Pac-Man, the service offers some new original games like Assault Heroes. The Xbox Live Arcade also features games ... |
570b27b4ec8fbc190045b891 | What was a new, original title originally available from Arcade? | Assault Heroes | [
"Xbox_360\n\nXbox Live Arcade is an online service operated by Microsoft that is used to distribute downloadable video games to Xbox and Xbox 360 owners. In addition to classic arcade games such as Ms. Pac-Man, the service offers some new original games like Assault Heroes. The Xbox Live Arcade also features games ... |
570b27b4ec8fbc190045b892 | What date did the Xbox Live Arcade launch on? | November 3, 2004 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nXbox Live Arcade is an online service operated by Microsoft that is used to distribute downloadable video games to Xbox and Xbox 360 owners. In addition to classic arcade games such as Ms. Pac-Man, the service offers some new original games like Assault Heroes. The Xbox Live Arcade also features games ... |
570b27b4ec8fbc190045b893 | When was Arcade Live relaunched with 360 support? | November 22, 2005 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nXbox Live Arcade is an online service operated by Microsoft that is used to distribute downloadable video games to Xbox and Xbox 360 owners. In addition to classic arcade games such as Ms. Pac-Man, the service offers some new original games like Assault Heroes. The Xbox Live Arcade also features games ... |
570b27b4ec8fbc190045b894 | What is the name of the online virtual arcade that launched in 2010? | Game Room | [
"Xbox_360\n\nXbox Live Arcade is an online service operated by Microsoft that is used to distribute downloadable video games to Xbox and Xbox 360 owners. In addition to classic arcade games such as Ms. Pac-Man, the service offers some new original games like Assault Heroes. The Xbox Live Arcade also features games ... |
570b28f1ec8fbc190045b89a | At what conventions did Microsoft announce IPTV support through the 360? | Consumer Electronics Shows | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt the 2007, 2008, and 2009 Consumer Electronics Shows, Microsoft had announced that IPTV services would soon be made available to use through the Xbox 360. In 2007, Microsoft chairman Bill Gates stated that IPTV on Xbox 360 was expected to be available to consumers by the holiday season, using the Mic... |
570b28f1ec8fbc190045b89b | Which Microsoft executive announced IPTV as "soon" in 2007? | Bill Gates | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt the 2007, 2008, and 2009 Consumer Electronics Shows, Microsoft had announced that IPTV services would soon be made available to use through the Xbox 360. In 2007, Microsoft chairman Bill Gates stated that IPTV on Xbox 360 was expected to be available to consumers by the holiday season, using the Mic... |
570b28f1ec8fbc190045b89c | Who was Microsoft's president of Entertainment & Devices in 2008? | Robbie Bach | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt the 2007, 2008, and 2009 Consumer Electronics Shows, Microsoft had announced that IPTV services would soon be made available to use through the Xbox 360. In 2007, Microsoft chairman Bill Gates stated that IPTV on Xbox 360 was expected to be available to consumers by the holiday season, using the Mic... |
570b28f1ec8fbc190045b89d | What UK company did Microsoft partner with to bring IPTV to the 360? | BT | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt the 2007, 2008, and 2009 Consumer Electronics Shows, Microsoft had announced that IPTV services would soon be made available to use through the Xbox 360. In 2007, Microsoft chairman Bill Gates stated that IPTV on Xbox 360 was expected to be available to consumers by the holiday season, using the Mic... |
570b28f1ec8fbc190045b89e | What Microsoft executive announced the launch of version 2.0 of Mediaroom? | Steve Ballmer | [
"Xbox_360\n\nAt the 2007, 2008, and 2009 Consumer Electronics Shows, Microsoft had announced that IPTV services would soon be made available to use through the Xbox 360. In 2007, Microsoft chairman Bill Gates stated that IPTV on Xbox 360 was expected to be available to consumers by the holiday season, using the Mic... |
570b29d26b8089140040f7ae | What XBox Live service allows users to buy games and downloadable content? | Xbox Live Marketplace | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox Live Marketplace is a virtual market designed for the console that allows Xbox Live users to download purchased or promotional content. The service offers movie and game trailers, game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games and Xbox 360 Dashboard themes as well as add-on game content (items, costumes, ... |
570b29d26b8089140040f7af | Which levels of Xbox Live membership may access the Marketplace? | Free and Gold members | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox Live Marketplace is a virtual market designed for the console that allows Xbox Live users to download purchased or promotional content. The service offers movie and game trailers, game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games and Xbox 360 Dashboard themes as well as add-on game content (items, costumes, ... |
570b29d26b8089140040f7b0 | What hardware is required to use the Marketplace? | A hard drive or memory unit | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox Live Marketplace is a virtual market designed for the console that allows Xbox Live users to download purchased or promotional content. The service offers movie and game trailers, game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games and Xbox 360 Dashboard themes as well as add-on game content (items, costumes, ... |
570b29d26b8089140040f7b1 | What virtual currency is used to make Marketplace purchases? | Microsoft Points | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox Live Marketplace is a virtual market designed for the console that allows Xbox Live users to download purchased or promotional content. The service offers movie and game trailers, game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games and Xbox 360 Dashboard themes as well as add-on game content (items, costumes, ... |
570b29d26b8089140040f7b2 | Prepaid cards for Microsoft Points are available in what denominations? | 1,600 and 4,000 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nThe Xbox Live Marketplace is a virtual market designed for the console that allows Xbox Live users to download purchased or promotional content. The service offers movie and game trailers, game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games and Xbox 360 Dashboard themes as well as add-on game content (items, costumes, ... |
570b2aab6b8089140040f7c2 | What was the initial launch window of the 360 console? | 2005–2006 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nLaunched worldwide across 2005–2006, the Xbox 360 was initially in short supply in many regions, including North America and Europe. The earliest versions of the console suffered from a high failure rate, indicated by the so-called \"Red Ring of Death\", necessitating an extension of the device's warra... |
570b2aab6b8089140040f7c3 | What was one adverse condition that characterized early versions of the console? | high failure rate | [
"Xbox_360\n\nLaunched worldwide across 2005–2006, the Xbox 360 was initially in short supply in many regions, including North America and Europe. The earliest versions of the console suffered from a high failure rate, indicated by the so-called \"Red Ring of Death\", necessitating an extension of the device's warra... |
570b2aab6b8089140040f7c4 | What were the designations of the two redesigned 360 models and when did they come out? | Xbox 360 S in 2010, and the Xbox 360 E in 2013 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nLaunched worldwide across 2005–2006, the Xbox 360 was initially in short supply in many regions, including North America and Europe. The earliest versions of the console suffered from a high failure rate, indicated by the so-called \"Red Ring of Death\", necessitating an extension of the device's warra... |
570b2aab6b8089140040f7c5 | As of June 2014, how many 360s across all SKUs have been sold worldwide? | 84 million | [
"Xbox_360\n\nLaunched worldwide across 2005–2006, the Xbox 360 was initially in short supply in many regions, including North America and Europe. The earliest versions of the console suffered from a high failure rate, indicated by the so-called \"Red Ring of Death\", necessitating an extension of the device's warra... |
570b2aab6b8089140040f7c6 | When did the Xbox One launch? | November 22, 2013 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nLaunched worldwide across 2005–2006, the Xbox 360 was initially in short supply in many regions, including North America and Europe. The earliest versions of the console suffered from a high failure rate, indicated by the so-called \"Red Ring of Death\", necessitating an extension of the device's warra... |
570b2bacec8fbc190045b8a4 | What sales figure was the 360 the first console of its generation to surpass? | 10 million | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn May 2008 Microsoft announced that 10 million Xbox 360s had been sold and that it was the \"first current generation gaming console\" to surpass the 10 million figure in the US. In the US, the Xbox 360 was the leader in current-generation home console sales until June 2008, when it was surpassed by t... |
570b2bacec8fbc190045b8a5 | When did the 360 surrender its lead in total sales? | June 2008 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn May 2008 Microsoft announced that 10 million Xbox 360s had been sold and that it was the \"first current generation gaming console\" to surpass the 10 million figure in the US. In the US, the Xbox 360 was the leader in current-generation home console sales until June 2008, when it was surpassed by t... |
570b2bacec8fbc190045b8a6 | What console eventually passed the 360 in total sales? | the Wii | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn May 2008 Microsoft announced that 10 million Xbox 360s had been sold and that it was the \"first current generation gaming console\" to surpass the 10 million figure in the US. In the US, the Xbox 360 was the leader in current-generation home console sales until June 2008, when it was surpassed by t... |
570b2bacec8fbc190045b8a7 | During what 32-month later period was the 360 the best selling console? | January 2011 and October 2013 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn May 2008 Microsoft announced that 10 million Xbox 360s had been sold and that it was the \"first current generation gaming console\" to surpass the 10 million figure in the US. In the US, the Xbox 360 was the leader in current-generation home console sales until June 2008, when it was surpassed by t... |
570b2bacec8fbc190045b8a8 | When did the Xbox achieve 10 million units sold? | May 2008 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nIn May 2008 Microsoft announced that 10 million Xbox 360s had been sold and that it was the \"first current generation gaming console\" to surpass the 10 million figure in the US. In the US, the Xbox 360 was the leader in current-generation home console sales until June 2008, when it was surpassed by t... |
570b2c4e6b8089140040f7cc | Besides online gaming and media distribution, what other feature made the 360 influential, according to TechRadar? | game achievement feature | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTechRadar deemed the Xbox 360 as the most influential game system through its emphasis of digital media distribution, Xbox Live online gaming service, and game achievement feature. During the console's lifetime, the Xbox brand has grown from gaming-only to encompassing all multimedia, turning it into a... |
570b2c4e6b8089140040f7cd | How many years after initial launch of the console was Kinect released? | Five years | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTechRadar deemed the Xbox 360 as the most influential game system through its emphasis of digital media distribution, Xbox Live online gaming service, and game achievement feature. During the console's lifetime, the Xbox brand has grown from gaming-only to encompassing all multimedia, turning it into a... |
570b2c4e6b8089140040f7ce | Besides it's features, what did Kinect do for the 360 in terms of sales? | extended the life of the console | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTechRadar deemed the Xbox 360 as the most influential game system through its emphasis of digital media distribution, Xbox Live online gaming service, and game achievement feature. During the console's lifetime, the Xbox brand has grown from gaming-only to encompassing all multimedia, turning it into a... |
570b2c4e6b8089140040f7cf | What is Kinect? | motion capture camera | [
"Xbox_360\n\nTechRadar deemed the Xbox 360 as the most influential game system through its emphasis of digital media distribution, Xbox Live online gaming service, and game achievement feature. During the console's lifetime, the Xbox brand has grown from gaming-only to encompassing all multimedia, turning it into a... |
570b2ce2ec8fbc190045b8b8 | How did Microsoft describe Kinect? | a "controller-free gaming and entertainment experience" | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKinect is a \"controller-free gaming and entertainment experience\" for the Xbox 360. It was first announced on June 1, 2009 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, under the codename, Project Natal. The add-on peripheral enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without a game controller b... |
570b2ce2ec8fbc190045b8b9 | When was Kinect first announced? | June 1, 2009 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKinect is a \"controller-free gaming and entertainment experience\" for the Xbox 360. It was first announced on June 1, 2009 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, under the codename, Project Natal. The add-on peripheral enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without a game controller b... |
570b2ce2ec8fbc190045b8ba | At what event was Kinect announced? | Electronic Entertainment Expo | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKinect is a \"controller-free gaming and entertainment experience\" for the Xbox 360. It was first announced on June 1, 2009 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, under the codename, Project Natal. The add-on peripheral enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without a game controller b... |
570b2ce2ec8fbc190045b8bb | What was the secret code name for Kinect while in development? | Project Natal | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKinect is a \"controller-free gaming and entertainment experience\" for the Xbox 360. It was first announced on June 1, 2009 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, under the codename, Project Natal. The add-on peripheral enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without a game controller b... |
570b2ce2ec8fbc190045b8bc | How can users utilize the Kinect to interact with their 360 consoles? | by using gestures, spoken commands and presented objects and images | [
"Xbox_360\n\nKinect is a \"controller-free gaming and entertainment experience\" for the Xbox 360. It was first announced on June 1, 2009 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, under the codename, Project Natal. The add-on peripheral enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without a game controller b... |
570b2dfcec8fbc190045b8c2 | How did Microsoft modify the architecture of the 360 to reduce failure rates? | a reduction in the number, size, and placement of components | [
"Xbox_360\n\nSince these problems surfaced, Microsoft has attempted to modify the console to improve its reliability. Modifications include a reduction in the number, size, and placement of components, the addition of dabs of epoxy on the corners and edges of the CPU and GPU as glue to prevent movement relative to ... |
570b2dfcec8fbc190045b8c3 | What was the root cause of hardware failures with the 360? | heat | [
"Xbox_360\n\nSince these problems surfaced, Microsoft has attempted to modify the console to improve its reliability. Modifications include a reduction in the number, size, and placement of components, the addition of dabs of epoxy on the corners and edges of the CPU and GPU as glue to prevent movement relative to ... |
570b2dfcec8fbc190045b8c4 | When the newer 360 S models have their power buttons flash red, it means? | system overheating | [
"Xbox_360\n\nSince these problems surfaced, Microsoft has attempted to modify the console to improve its reliability. Modifications include a reduction in the number, size, and placement of components, the addition of dabs of epoxy on the corners and edges of the CPU and GPU as glue to prevent movement relative to ... |
570b2dfcec8fbc190045b8c5 | How does the 360 S then react to an overheating situation? | imminent system shutdown until the system has cooled | [
"Xbox_360\n\nSince these problems surfaced, Microsoft has attempted to modify the console to improve its reliability. Modifications include a reduction in the number, size, and placement of components, the addition of dabs of epoxy on the corners and edges of the CPU and GPU as glue to prevent movement relative to ... |
570b2dfcec8fbc190045b8c6 | How did Microsoft attempt to deal with potential heat-related expansion with GPU and CPU components? | dabs of epoxy on the corners and edges | [
"Xbox_360\n\nSince these problems surfaced, Microsoft has attempted to modify the console to improve its reliability. Modifications include a reduction in the number, size, and placement of components, the addition of dabs of epoxy on the corners and edges of the CPU and GPU as glue to prevent movement relative to ... |
570b2ec76b8089140040f7de | What was the name of the 360's video store service? | Xbox Video Marketplace | [
"Xbox_360\n\nOn November 6, 2006, Microsoft announced the Xbox Video Marketplace, an exclusive video store accessible through the console. Launched in the United States on November 22, 2006, the first anniversary of the Xbox 360's launch, the service allows users in the United States to download high-definition and... |
570b2ec76b8089140040f7df | When was this video service launched? | November 22, 2006 | [
"Xbox_360\n\nOn November 6, 2006, Microsoft announced the Xbox Video Marketplace, an exclusive video store accessible through the console. Launched in the United States on November 22, 2006, the first anniversary of the Xbox 360's launch, the service allows users in the United States to download high-definition and... |
570b2ec76b8089140040f7e0 | When do movies rented through this marketplace expire? | 14 days after download or at the end of the first 24 hours after the movie has begun playing | [
"Xbox_360\n\nOn November 6, 2006, Microsoft announced the Xbox Video Marketplace, an exclusive video store accessible through the console. Launched in the United States on November 22, 2006, the first anniversary of the Xbox 360's launch, the service allows users in the United States to download high-definition and... |
570b2ec76b8089140040f7e1 | What resolution are videos sold through this service? | 720p | [
"Xbox_360\n\nOn November 6, 2006, Microsoft announced the Xbox Video Marketplace, an exclusive video store accessible through the console. Launched in the United States on November 22, 2006, the first anniversary of the Xbox 360's launch, the service allows users in the United States to download high-definition and... |
570b2ec76b8089140040f7e2 | What sound standard is supported for the marketplace videos? | 5.1 surround audio | [
"Xbox_360\n\nOn November 6, 2006, Microsoft announced the Xbox Video Marketplace, an exclusive video store accessible through the console. Launched in the United States on November 22, 2006, the first anniversary of the Xbox 360's launch, the service allows users in the United States to download high-definition and... |
570b2f83ec8fbc190045b8cc | How did the original Xbox fare in Japan in general? | sold poorly | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhile the original Xbox sold poorly in Japan, selling just 2 million units while it was on the market (between 2002 and 2005),[citation needed] the Xbox 360 sold even more poorly, selling only 1.5 million units from 2005 to 2011. Edge magazine reported in August 2011 that initially lackluster and subse... |
570b2f83ec8fbc190045b8cd | How many original Xboxes were sold in Japan between 2002 and 2005? | 2 million units | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhile the original Xbox sold poorly in Japan, selling just 2 million units while it was on the market (between 2002 and 2005),[citation needed] the Xbox 360 sold even more poorly, selling only 1.5 million units from 2005 to 2011. Edge magazine reported in August 2011 that initially lackluster and subse... |
570b2f83ec8fbc190045b8ce | Between 2005 and 2011, how many 360 consoles were sold in Japan? | 1.5 million units | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhile the original Xbox sold poorly in Japan, selling just 2 million units while it was on the market (between 2002 and 2005),[citation needed] the Xbox 360 sold even more poorly, selling only 1.5 million units from 2005 to 2011. Edge magazine reported in August 2011 that initially lackluster and subse... |
570b2f83ec8fbc190045b8cf | What two console manufacturers dominate the Japanese market? | Sony and Nintendo | [
"Xbox_360\n\nWhile the original Xbox sold poorly in Japan, selling just 2 million units while it was on the market (between 2002 and 2005),[citation needed] the Xbox 360 sold even more poorly, selling only 1.5 million units from 2005 to 2011. Edge magazine reported in August 2011 that initially lackluster and subse... |
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