console war starts

Microsoft's new console will be called the Xbox 360 and be in the shops by Christmas, the company has announced.
The white, sleek machine was unveiled during a glitzy show on MTV in the US, hosted by actor Elijah Wood.
Microsoft is the first console maker to show off its next-generation video game machine.

Rivals Sony and Nintendo are expected to provide more details about their consoles next week at the annual games trade show, E3 in Los Angeles. ...more