More on Future X-Box Capabilities

rtphokie writes "The oft - rumored expansion of Microsoft's Xbox from a gaming console to a more full featured entertainment hub is taking a little more shape. A C|Net article tells of a HomeStation device which is claimed to be slated for a fall release. In addition to Xbox game compatibility and DVD functionality, it is reported to have TiVo/UltimateTV like PVR functionality as well as WebTV like email and web surfing capabilities. This "report" comes on the heels of the announcement of the Moxi Digital set-top MoxiMedia Center which was named "Best of Show" at the recent Consumer Electronics Show."

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I'm sick of the quote marks

[Reckless Visionary]

"this report"

What is that supposed to mean? Why the quote marks? Are you claiming the article is not, in fact, a report? Or are you just injecting cynical sarcasm to boost your /. reputation as a Microsoft-hater?

Perhaps you really have a reason, I don't know, but some description of why you would characterize this as a "report" instead of a report would at least provide some clarity as to your thoughts on the matter.

Re:Rumors

[Mr_Matt]

Holy crap do we have an M$ apologist running amok with moderator points today - all you have to do is think about the word "BSOD" and you get yourself a "Troll" moniker. Hopefully, people will metamoderate this tool so severely that they never get mod points again. I mean, Christ, how is parent post a troll? Get real, already.

Just to keep this on-topic - nowhere did I read in the article the most likely use for the X-Box, given the success of the Gamecube and the still-reignant PS-2: that of a $300 doorstop. Dreamcast, anybody?