According to MS, 2 million log into Facebook via Xbox 360

Microsoft has told CNET that since Facebook launched on the Xbox 360 over 2 million people havelogged into the social networking site through the console. Also, the software giant said that half a million Last.fm accounts were created in the first 24 hours of availability.

They haven't released any numbers concerning Twitter usage but said that twits have been sent from almost every market where Xbox Live is operational.

People really like there Facebook I guess. 2 million already? Wow. Get the full vibe up there.

11/24/09 Ernice Gilbert

360 social media will "just appear" tomorrow says Major Nelson

Don't expect the Facebook, Last.fm and Twitter update at a set time tomorrow, because according to Major Nelson, the thing will just happen.

"When we turn on the new features tomorrow they'll just appear! No need for a system update," he said.

So there you have it, no need to reboot your system, no need to stop playing Modern Warfare 2, the update will just hit you in the face like an unseen projectile. Bad joke I Know but yeah, just keep on playing.

As it stands, you can't open twitpics or links from the Xbox 360's version of twitter, which makes it a dud in imo.

11/17/09 Ernice Gilbert

November date for Facebook/Twitter no longer on Xbox website, removed by Microsoft

They're the features Microsoft spoke very highly about at E309', talking up that value adding facebook, twitter and last.fm would bring to Xbox Live. The company has been working overtime to make sure promises are delivered on time, but sometimes you just can't help but delay services to make sure customers get great service once it's made available.

The Redmond giant has removed the November 17th date that was on the Xbox website over the weekend for Last.fm, Twitter and Facebook.

The website was updated with a date that gives the software giant a little more wiggle room. The date now set for Facebook, Twitter and Last.fm to appear on Xbox Live is autumn 2009.

We'll keep you posted as more news about the situation goes live.

10/13/09 Ernice Gilbert

Xbox 360 firmware update goes live

Ah, so you've been clamoring for that promised Facebook and Twitter availability on your 360 from Microsoft eh? Well, no need to protest any longer.

This latest update, which is mostly in preparation for Facebook, Twitter, and Last.fm, is now live. Sign into live and you'll be prompted to download it. Soon time, you'll be messaging all your friends right from your 360, yay!

What, You could do that by just login in on you phone, or PC? What did you say?

09/23/09 Ernice Gilbert

Aaron Greenberg: "Microsoft shapes up really well against Sony this winter"

Another holiday season's upon us, and according to MS's new director of project management for Xbox 360 and Xbox Live (Aaron Greenberg), the Redmond company stacks up pretty well against its archenemy Sony. In an interview with eurogamer, Greenberg sat down to field some questions ranging from price cuts, HDMI cables, and the Christmas season. Eurogamer compiled and list of Sony's offerings available for the Holiday period into early next year, then posed the question to Greenberg, asking whether he thinks the Xbox 360's lineup will hold up:

"I think if you look at this holiday, we shape up really well versus Sony," Aaron voiced.

"Sure, they have Uncharted and Ratchet, but if you want to play Halo 3: ODST, Forza 3, Left For Dead 2, or the GTA IV exclusive games, you are going to find them on the Xbox 360. Then you have to add all the exciting offerings we are bringing to Xbox Live with Facebook, Twitter, Last.FM and instant-on-demand HD movies in 1080p."

"But of course you could look beyond this holiday and add even more exclusives like Alan Wake, Mass Effect 2, Crack Down 2, Splinter Cell: Conviction, Halo Reach and Project Natal. I truly believe Xbox 360 is uniquely positioned to deliver the leading games and entertainment experiences both today and tomorrow."

Mr. Greenberg sounds very convinced; and for his sake, let's hope he's on point, because in reality, Sony has come prepared for war this holiday season like no other time before. And if early reactions offer any hints, it's that the black behemoth is looking awfully good come Christmas.

09/21/09 Ernice Gilbert