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Two year commitment would net a XBox 360, Kinect, XBL Gold, and more.
By Patrick Klepek
If The Verge’s sources are correct, Microsoft may be close to launching an Xbox 360 priced at $99--as soon as next week.
Microsoft is apparently able to achieve such a low price by subsidizing the console through a two-year subscription.
The Verge tends to know what they’re talking about, so I’m willing to float this report, as it's a business model that makes sense.
The subscription would cost $15, and be paid out monthly. The bundle would also include Kinect, access to an Xbox Live Gold membership, and possibly other premium video services.
There would be a warranty covering the two years, and like other subsidization models, users could opt-out ahead of the two year mark by paying an early termination fee.
It’s a compelling idea. While I can’t tell you a source confirmed it to me, I’m inclined to believe it, even if we don't hear more until E3.
By Patrick Klepek
If The Verge’s sources are correct, Microsoft may be close to launching an Xbox 360 priced at $99--as soon as next week.
Microsoft is apparently able to achieve such a low price by subsidizing the console through a two-year subscription.
The Verge tends to know what they’re talking about, so I’m willing to float this report, as it's a business model that makes sense.
The subscription would cost $15, and be paid out monthly. The bundle would also include Kinect, access to an Xbox Live Gold membership, and possibly other premium video services.
There would be a warranty covering the two years, and like other subsidization models, users could opt-out ahead of the two year mark by paying an early termination fee.
It’s a compelling idea. While I can’t tell you a source confirmed it to me, I’m inclined to believe it, even if we don't hear more until E3.
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