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Hands-on with the August 11 Xbox 360 Dashboard Update
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Downloadable Content, Features, Microsoft, Reviews, Xbox 360, Xbox Live, Xbox Live Marketplace,
This morning, Microsoft hooked us up with an early preview of the next Xbox 360 Dashboard Update. We were able to get a look at the new Netflix features (which no longer require a PC,) the Avatar Marketplace, Game Ratings, Games on Demand, and more. While more coveted features like Twitter, Facebook, Last.fm, and Zune Marketplace won’t be landing until the fall, the update is still a solid one. Here are our thoughts on the next update, which lands on your Xbox 360 on August 11 (or sooner if you apply for early access!)
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Amazon acquires Zappos
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: News,
It has just been announced that Amazon has purchased the vastly popular Internet shoe retailer Zappos for $850 million. The sale, confirmed in a letter sent from Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh to his employees, was for $807 million in Amazon stock, plus $40 million in cash and restricted stock.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has also given some feedback on the acquisition as part of a video that he put out today, embedded above.
You can check out the full press release, after the break.
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VIDEO: Chris Brown Publicly Apologizes for Assaulting Rihanna
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music, Legal Issues, Videos,
Today, singer Chris Brown, in his best Hell’s Kitchen outfit, finally delivered a public apology for assaulting Rihanna.
After watching the clip, tell us what you think. Did you feel his confession was truly heartfelt, or was it just about ensuring record sales? Are you willing to give him a second chance, or did the rehearsed lines come 5 months too late?
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| Ryan Seacrest
Xbox 360 Fall 2009 Update Preview
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Downloadable Content, Features, Microsoft, Xbox 360, Xbox Live, Xbox Live Arcade, Xbox Live Marketplace,
Lucky us, we are getting early access to the Xbox 360 Fall 2009 Dashboard Update this coming Monday. We will bring you all our thoughts on everything we are able to try out. We have a list of stuff we will have access to on Monday, which you can see after the jump, but we were also able to put together a gallery of some of the things we will be playing with as well. You can find all those images over in our Xbox 360 Fall 2009 NXE Dashboard Update Preview Gallery.
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2009 Primetime Emmy Nominations
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Action, Animation, Award Shows, Comedy, Drama, Prime Time, Sci-Fi/Horror, ABC, Cable, CBS, FX, FOX, HBO, NBC, Showtime, TNT-HD, 30 Rock, 24, Entourage, Family Guy, Grey’s Anatomy, House, Lost, Saturday Night Live, The Office,
Bright and early this morning, Chandra Wilson and Jim Parsons announced the nominees for the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards.
Just like last year, we saw many first-timers named and a long list of cable acknowledgements (for both pay and basic channels). Thanks to expanded categories, we also saw a number of surprises (Flight of the Conchords, Family Guy) and overdue nominations (How I Met Your Mother, Big Love).
For the second year in a row, Mad Men, with its 16 nominations, topped all drama programs. Meanwhile, 30 Rock broke comedy records with a whopping 22 noms. Overall, HBO was the most-nominated network with 99 mentions while NBC - yes, NBC - came in second.
This year’s ceremony will be hosted by Neil Patrick Harris on Sept. 20 on CBS.
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VIDEO: The Moment Michael Jackson’s Hair Lit on Fire
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music, Videos,
Was this the moment that started Michael Jackson‘s reported addiction to drugs?
Back in 1984, the King of Pop and his brothers filmed a commercial for Pepsi. Although earlier takes went off without a flaw, a sixth take went horribly wrong.
The exclusive footage obtained by Us Weekly shows the terrifying moment when poorly timed pyrotechnics set Jackson’s hair on fire. Unaware of the flames, the singer continued performing for several moments. He was later rushed by others on scene.
Jackson - who ultimately received 2nd and 3rd degree burns as a result of that incident - was prescribed a number of medications to deal with the pain.
Read More | Us Weekly
iPhone runs Windows 95, we’re scared
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Handhelds, Microsoft, Mods / Hacks, Software, Videos,
Oh yes, my friends, the iPhone can run Windows 95. Sure, it’s not as easy as downloading it from the App Store or anything, but still, you’ve gotta give mad props to a dev who can work this kind of magic on a jailbroken iPhone. Check out the video above for a glimpse of both the past and the future. Hold us.
[via Gizmodo]
Move Over, Twilight: Counting Down the Five Best Vampire Movies
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Adaptation, Horror, Lists, Videos,
Robert Pattinson is still hot; Kristen Stewart still has the sloe-eyed beauty thing down to a hilt. But is that enough to make us hold up Twilight as an icon in the vampire film genre? Let’s take a look at the five best vampire movies in Hollywood history…and see where this sequel-generating monster really falls in line.
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Mariah Carey Apologizes for Jackson Memorial Performance
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Performances, Videos,
Although Mariah Carey’s original performance of “I’ll Be There” was unplugged, yesterday’s shaky attempt had some searching for plugs. And don’t think she didn’t know it.
Hours after Michael Jackson’s memorial service, the singer turned to Twitter to apologize to her fans.
“Trying to sing today was basically impossible for me. I could barely keep myself from crying. I’m sorry that I wasn’t able to pull it together and really do it right, but I was literally choked up when I saw him there in front of me. One thing I know is, we will never really have to say goodbye to MJ. His legacy lives on through his music and the millions of people he inspired with his timeless music. He will be forever in our hearts.”
Alright. We forgive you.
(FYI - You can also follow Albumista on Twitter.)
Paul McCartney Talks About the Michael Jackson Rumors
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Rumors,
Did you hear that rumor about Michael Jackson leaving Paul McCartney the rights to his Beatles tracks? Did you actually believe it? Well, Paul didn’t.
In a message posted on his own website, McCartney clarified gossip about the King of Pop’s will. He also addressed the supposed rift between the former collaborators.
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