Today Microsoft revealed Windows Phone 7, which looks neat and all, but for gamers the most interesting information that came out of Redmont is the fact that the new mobile OS will come with Xbox Live access. According to Live spokesperson Major Nelson, the so called Games Hub will include features like:
- Collect Achievements and build your Gamerscore
- View Xbox LIVE leaderboards
- See your Xbox LIVE Avatar
- Access Spotlight feeds, including the latest tips and tricks, game news, updates and more
- Add Xbox LIVE friends to your friends list while out on the go
- Turn-based (asynchronous) multiplayer gaming
If you want to know more, take a look at the Windows Phone site which is supposed to be updated will a full video of Microsoft's Steve Balmer's press announcement later today.
And me? I will be right here, petting my Windows Mobile 6.1 phone, dreaming of a better tomorrow...
Na na na na, you'll need a new phone to access your avatar on your cell. Na na na na na...