I am sure all of you Xbox 360ers out there remember the last preview. If you were totally jealous that I got to be in on the preview over the summer then here is your chance to get in on the next update preview.
Microsoft has announced that they have opened up the sign-up for the beta. Depending on what you are into, this update may or may not be up your ally. I have been addicted to both twitter and facebook for longer than I care to admit, but I am not sure them being available on 360 is going to change my life. (Well, unless I can play Farmville on my 360. Yes, I am still playing that crap.) I am sure that there are numerous possibilities on how these two could be useful or fun on the 360, but I think they will have to offer something more than the websites or iPhone apps already give us.
I should also mention that Zune will also be available on the 360 after the update as well. A Zune Pass gives user unlimited music and video streaming and 10 song downloads per month. Microsoft Points can be bought through Zune and can also be used to purchase music and videos. I don't usually play music on my 360, but this could be nice in the future if linked to any of the music genre games. Until then, I have no problem continuing to use Netflix to watch movies and television shows instead of paying for a second monthly subscription.
I think this next update will be a "nice to have" update. Nothing that I think most people really feel is needed (or even wanted for some), but merely just a few extra bullet points on the comparison charts. If you do want to try to get in on the beta then make sure you fill out the survey here: xbox.com/xboxliveupdate
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