With all this hubbub over the spring update, we felt it time for a new fanpoll. Despite the revisions to achievement notifications and Xbox Live Marketplace, Live Messenger integration is definitely getting the most media play. As such, we thought it would be a good idea to gauge public interest in the concept. Obviously, the Xbox 360 already has voice chat, so IM seems like something of a step backwards. Of course, instant messaging promises cross-platform connectivity, allowing users to chat across the Xbox 360, PCs, and mobile devices. So, here's the big question: will you use instant messaging on 360? Is it something that appeals to you? Plug in your vote after the break and tell us what you think. We'll share the results during the next Xbox 360 Fancast.
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4-11-2007 @ 5:36PM
Drdre74 said...
doubt I'd ever use it. I just send voice messages to friends on 360.
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4-11-2007 @ 5:38PM
Haqq said...
I'm a huge MSN user so yeah this will be cool!
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4-11-2007 @ 5:41PM
Justin U said...
Same. And the fact remains that I never use it on my computer (AIM is frankly, a lot easier), so now I will have a reason for it!
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4-11-2007 @ 5:42PM
Ashley said...
I would rarther just buy an extra USB wireless keyboard...
Maybe bigger, but it will be easier to type on, and I can use it elsewhere if needed...
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4-11-2007 @ 5:44PM
TTL Jericho said...
I would use this because with games like gears, it's easier to see a quick text message than to listen to voicemail, which means activating another blade. If getting messages were more seamless, the keyboard wouldn't be usefull.
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4-11-2007 @ 5:50PM
Muffin_man said...
That's affirmative.
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4-11-2007 @ 5:56PM
NomBomB said...
why buy an new accessory or even a usb keyboard when theres a pc in the same room? we've been texting and IMing forever now.
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4-11-2007 @ 5:58PM
KineticOnline said...
I'll be using it to keep in contact with my non 360 friends. It will save me having to keep my PC running.
The only question i have is will it let me log into both at the same time?
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4-11-2007 @ 5:59PM
beardsly43 said...
@7
Because my PC is upstairs.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:01PM
Peff said...
I would def not use it. i dont even get the point. oh wait. there isnt one.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:02PM
DaStuph said...
I'll definetly be using this new feature but I'll pass on the mini-keyboard attachment. Although it is very kewl, I've already been using a wireless keyboard for quite awhile now and it works great.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:05PM
Josh said...
When someone is on the computer, then obviously I will be.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:16PM
gascan said...
Why IM when you can voice chat? Why use IM when you can use a telephone? Millions of people IM for a number of different reasons.
The ability for my buddies who are working on midterm papers on their PCs see me log on and start playing halo without me having to do a damn thing is priceless.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:24PM
tapo said...
Can't and won't use it. Everyone I know uses AIM.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:27PM
THA1icarus said...
I don't even use it on my pc....
So why use it on my 360??????
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4-11-2007 @ 6:33PM
Derrick said...
I would only use mobile to xbox or pc to xbox and I wouldn't use xbox to xbox IMs.
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4-11-2007 @ 6:52PM
Tarl said...
I'm actually looking forward to this one. I plan on pickin' up a little keyboard and trying it out.
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4-11-2007 @ 7:01PM
aGGyMaN said...
finaly talk to my girl on msn wile playing gears this is the life wen can i get the chat board i want it now lol
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4-11-2007 @ 7:02PM
DeadPlasmaCell said...
My wife will get a kick out of this.. As long as that little keyboard isn't more than $20 or $30. She has kinfolk that use MSN so she can chat with them while playing Bejeweled or something..
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4-11-2007 @ 7:07PM
Tim said...
Depends on how much it is and if I will be able to message my yahoo contacts. Since yahoo and Window messenger supposedly now work together, it sounds possible. But I don't get as much use out of the camera as I thought I would, so the last thing I need is another pricey peripheral not getting used.
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