Microsoft Is Looking For Testers To Try A New Disc Format For The Xbox 360.

Microsoft Corp. reportedly plans to implement a new "disc format" for Xbox 360 game console along with the next release of the system update for the system. At present the details are scarce, but since the software giant is looking for multiple thousands of participants of the update preview program, the system software upgrade may be a major one.  This is an important update as they continually strive to improve their products.  As a part of the preview program, volunteers will receive a copy of Halo: Reach along with other possible rewards," said Microsoft's Major Nelson.

“No new information about the updated Xbox 360 disc format is available at present.”  Sates the author, given the fact that implementation of a Blu-ray disc drives requires change of the hardware, Microsoft might incorporate a new recording technology for games distributed using DVD-ROM discs to boost capacity, tackle software piracy or cut its own costs a bit.  A few years ago, Microsoft used to sell a standalone HD DVD drive for Xbox 360 game console, which allowed gamers to watch high-definition movies. Since the HD DVD lost the war against competing Blu-ray disc (BD), Microsoft discontinued the accessory. Potentially, the company might come up with a discrete BD drive for Xbox 360, but that drive will be used for movies only and not for games.

Unfortunately opportunities like these always come out too little to late, the article I read was released March 29^th.  But the actual update was released a week ago. So, sad for most opportunity goers, hopefully someday articles like these can be a little more up to speed to help gamers track them more accurately.