(rumour) Fall update list (inc Xvid)

[EvilBoris]

That's it though, they will probably claim that it supports xvid as part of the dash update (Divx wasn't mentioned in the rumour) but the media extenders will be branded with the divx logo on the front/box or something.

[Sane]

It's a step in the right direction for sure, but even if it's true, it's still miles away from what XBMC achieved years ago. For example, we don't know if this is limited to AVI, or if they'll support containers like MKV which are becoming more popular. And even if they do support MKV, will they support the features of MKV such as multiple audio tracks etc?

Hell, I know I'm in the minority here, but most of my files are .VOB, or .ts/.mpg HDTV stream rips.

It's still be no replacement for a small mini PC in terms of being a complete media solution.

But hey, maybe it'll start a chain reaction, and get Sony adding this and more too?

For it to be a complete media solution it's gonna have to support x.264, all the HD stuff is encoded into that these days.

[Kotatsu Neko]

Yes but I'd still take their hand off for native XVID support in Media Center. I use Transcode360 now to play XVIDs, and it does work, but has it's issues and there's obviously a quality drop because of the realtime transcoding.

[Sane]

Personally I don't have much use for Xvid or Divx support, my PC is hooked up to the TV and the only reason I sometimes use the 360 is to play 1080p WMV stuff which my PC can't really handle very well. And we all know MS will never be able to give us all the options we want and need to be able to replace a PC as media center. I still applaud their effort though and I can see how it's useful for people who can't have their PC set up as media center.

[ChrisF]

Another leaked fall update list

Compatibility with 3rd party wireless controllers
Compatibility with messenger pad
Xbox Live Vision firmware upgrade, sharper image filtering
Many more Vision Cam settings
New screensaver settings - when away from Xbox 360, screensaver will play for optional time, before screen goes dark
New Xbox Live Arcade blade - where you can download, play and learn about Xbox Live Arcade
Brand new “web based adver-games” flash games which aren’t downloaded, but are playable bite sized games, accessed via new Xbox Live Arcade Blade
New Screensaver option in Themes and Gamer Pics option in Marketplace blade
New functionality with Messenger, works with chatpad
New XNA Game Launcher for those that have the program, new options
New language, time and date settings
New “advertising opportunities” in gameplay
Xvid support
New “favourites” option via Xbox Live Arcade, can rate according to preference
IPTV Functionality - support for TiVo like PVR options. Will be able to record TV direct. Options include source by channel, director, actor and distributor
Filter friends list, will be able to filter friends via games
New clan support - will be able to launch clan games direct from dashboard, can “fold” friends into new clan category in friends list
Better translations in settings and other options for Japanese, German and Spanish languages
New quick option to delete via X Button in memory viewer.
Option for having downloadable In-game content not inform when completed download
Option for having video content not inform when completed download
Faster settings for viewing unfinished video content downloads
New option in Games tab - beta and others, will be launcher for MMO and multiplayer betas
New option in Marketplace Games tab, search by letter, can be inputted via text pad or console
Smarter game settings - you can be messaged via publishers about new in-game content for your games
Picture in picture functionality for DVD Drive and some other updated settings
Improved USB Keyboard settings
Improved voice chat settings in game and from dashboard
Faster response times to Redeem Code settings
Option to play a Redeemed Code game straight after redeeming code
Console will now recognise low hard drive space, will inform you immediately if can’t download current item, will automatically download next available that is able.
Increased space size for gamerpics and dashboard themes
Themes can now be animated
Themes may now have sound effects
Better slideshow capabilities, new options added. New sound effects and integration with Hard Drive/ PC music capable.
New estimated timer for downloads, informing how long download will expect to take

[Spatial]

*Insert my usual moan about still not being able to switch off all other alerts except achievement notifications HERE*

Actually I think unless I actually suggest that to the Dashboard dev team it's never going to happen (and in reality it probably won't even if I do suggest it). Anyone have an email address for that sort of thing?

[randombs]

themes can now be animated? what's that mean i wonder. hopefully it'll mean i can also turn off those stupid animations - the flicks, slides, fades, etc - they drive me up the wall

[El Leone]

Another leaked fall update list

LIST OF UPDATES

Ehh, thats actually old. You may want to check your first post

[charlesr]

Please can we have "slow DVD drive down till it's quiet"?

Xvid support - over streaming too?

[Kotatsu Neko]

Please can we have "slow DVD drive down till it's quiet"?

Xvid support - over streaming too?

The xvid support is still just a rumour and I'd take it with a pinch of salt. MS codec support has historically been very poor and for them to finally give in and actually give people what they want at this stage would really be something.

DIVX is a possibility at some point as they are at least a properly run and funded company. XVID though is legally dubious to say the least.

[sj33]

The xvid support is still just a rumour and I'd take it with a pinch of salt. MS codec support has historically been very poor and for them to finally give in and actually give people what they want at this stage would really be something.

DIVX is a possibility at some point as they are at least a properly run and funded company. XVID though is legally dubious to say the least.

Any device that supports DivX will be able to support XviD, because both codecs are implementations of the Mpeg4 ASP codec, and both comply with the Mpeg4 ASP specification.

DivX certification simply means it supports the certification profiles required to gain the DivX logo and official DivX backing.

[ChrisF]

Ehh, thats actually old. You may want to check your first post

Apparently it was a "new" list (from yesterday)

[Kotatsu Neko]

Any device that supports DivX will be able to support XviD, because both codecs are implementations of the Mpeg4 ASP codec, and both comply with the Mpeg4 ASP specification.

DivX certification simply means it supports the certification profiles required to gain the DivX logo and official DivX backing.

Are you sure about that? I've heard about DIVX compatible DVD players which won't play XVID back at all.

[Red Hogg]

Xvid support - over streaming too?

Guess it'd have to be since the 360 won't read DVDR's. It would be nice if it could detect USB storage devices though.

The IPTV thing sounds like it could be good though. Be nice to be able to "tape" Match Of The Day and Top Gear etc.

[Rick]

Guess it'd have to be since the 360 won't read DVDR's. It would be nice if it could detect USB storage devices though.

Errr..

Mine reads DVD-r's fine, Infact i was watching a DVD i made of my honeymoon in Vegas last night.

It also reads usb storages devices, but they have to be FAT32 - I have a 500GB external drive formatted in HFS+ for WMV files as FAT32 won't support large partitions or files above 2GB iirc.