Xbox launches film download service

December 05, 2007 The Xbox Live Marketplace Video Store will provide both standard movies and high-definition versions for rent at the estimated retail price of 3 euros ($4.42) and 4.50 euros ($6.64), respectively. [...] the European rollout of the Xbox Live Marketplace service has been staggered because of the complex licensing issues for video content in different regions and to allow time to make deals with local content providers. The launch of Xbox Live Marketplace is part of a wider attempt by console and computer manufacturers to place their machines at the center of the home entertainment hub.

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