TORONTO, ON - May 15, 2008 - Microsoft Corp. today announced that the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system has sold over 10 million units in the U.S., making it the first current-generation gaming console to break the 10 million mark in the U.S. The U.S. install base contributes to global sales of over 19 million, more than any other current-generation console.

“This year will be the largest in the history of the video game industry, with Xbox 360 leading the charge in the U.S. and abroad,” said Don Mattrick, senior vice president of the Interactive Entertainment Business in the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft. “History has shown us that the first company to reach 10 million in console sales wins the generation battle. We are uniquely positioned to set a new benchmark for the industry.”

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AUSTIN, TX - April 1, 2008 - Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and wireless networking, storage and memory solutions today announced the LinkTheater High Definition Digital Media Player (LT-H90LAN). Buffalo’s new LinkTheater HD brings your stored videos, pictures, and music to life on your entertainment system, regardless of whether the content is on your computer, NAS, USB hard drive or DLNA media server.

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Well, just a couple today. Futurelooks reviews the legendary HarmonyONE remote control. This bad ass remote is not only easy to setup, but with a new high quality build, color touch screen, and rechargeable battery, it really does become “The Power” in the livingroom. Read about it here.

Also, Ascully shows you how to Build Your Own Home Theatre Screen.

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