QuickTransit offers backwards compatibility for Xbox 2
Little known startup, Transitive Corp., claims that its QuickTransit software has the capability to effectively emulate, rather, incorporate "hardware virtualization" to transplant any software onto any system, eliminating the need to create ports. As an example (and possible pitch), the company suggested that QuickTransit would allow Microsoft to feature backwards compatibility on the Xbox 2. However, to date, Microsoft has not issued an official response—but you guys are listening, right? The software does appear legit; see screenshot
(Linux version of Quake III running on Apple PowerBook). But for the time being, Transitive is seeking out the server/mainframe markets, with plans to focus on desktops PCs and other consumer electronics in the future.