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ian
09-10-2007, 18:51
Microsoft "working to make it happen"


Microsoft (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=28483#) is in talks with the BBC to bring the broadcaster's library of content, including high definition TV programmes (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=28483#), to Xbox Live.
Video content is already available via Live in North America, where Microsoft has signed agreements with partners such as Disney (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=28483#), MTV (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=28483#) and CBS.
As reported by the Sunday Times (http://business.timesonline.co.uk/), the company is now speaking to the BBC and other European content providers about similar deals.
The news was confirmed by Ross Honey, senior director for media at Microsoft’s content and partner strategy group. He said Microsoft is keen to offer BBC programmes via Live including high definition shows such as Planet Earth.

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rikwakefield
09-10-2007, 19:30
Nice one. BBC's Planet Earth is arguably some of the best HD content around. The quality of it is unbelievable. I'd say 9.8/10 on IMDB (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0795176/) is proof of that.
garyfitz
09-10-2007, 19:31
Planet Earth, cool. Got a link?
Andyourpoint
09-10-2007, 19:47
Thats awesome. I cant get bbc stuff in the states. I really want to see some standup and other comedy shows but dont want to pay for it
ian
09-10-2007, 20:11
Planet Earth, cool. Got a link?

Yes here is a link.

http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/technology/article2412752.ece
Sockpuppet
09-10-2007, 20:42
We can has Top Gear please :)
rikwakefield
09-10-2007, 20:59
We can has Top Gear please :)
I met Clarkson last week :)
Versa
09-10-2007, 21:04
****, I'd buy it for sure. I've seen screens of Planet Earth that have made me gasp.
nuffmon
09-10-2007, 22:46
I have BBC HD channel and Planet Earth was what HD was invented for. Unfortunately Top Gear isn't filmed in HD. Robin Hood is and that Doctor Who spin off Torchwood is as well.