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Giant 360 launch in Asia
Microsoft launched the Xbox 360 in Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan yesterday, causing productivity to plummet among the hard working and good at math. Gamerscore Blog has pics of the kick-off events.In a surprise move, the Xbox 360s being sold in this region (see photo at right) are apparently 10 feet tall, meaning the DVDs must be the size of trampolines—tough to fit through the door of the average Hong Kong apartment. This explains why gamers in this part of the world only have to pay $30.90 for Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter.See also:360 makes its Korean debutMexico and Colombia welcome the 360Xbox 360 launch pictures from BerlinJapanese launch extravaganza![Thanks, Cesar]
360 priced for Hong Kong and Taiwan
Microsoft's John Porcaro has the launch prices of the Xbox 360 in Hong Kong and Taiwan, where it is due to go on sale March 2. Both versions will be available, with the Core System retailing for $300 and the Xbox 360 System for $380. He also reminds us of the upcoming launches: February 2: Mexico, Columbia February 24: Korea March 2: Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and New Zealand Good news for everyone out there who've been unable to get one thus far. Now you just have to hope there's no shortages... cause that's no fun.
