It's not what I read this morning, but here's what I found off of a link from slashdot...
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Not sure if Microsoft is happy or angry about the Xbox 360 leaks lately. The latest one comes from various sources. Xbox Live obviously will play a big role in the next generation Xbox. Microsoft is getting smart this time around and incorporating some kick-ass features. Just think a free version and a paid version. Check out the specifications below. Microsoft has not yet commented on this rumor.
2 Types Of Xbox Live:
Xbox Live Silver (no subscription required)
Xbox Live Gold (subscription benefits)
Features For Gold Service:
* = Also For Silver
# = Also for Offline
Seamless transition to Xbox Live account from Xbox to Xbox 360
Access to MMOs (additional fees may apply) *
Free Xbox Live weekends *
Multiplayer online gameplay
Avatar for gamer profile * #
Motto for gamer profile * #
Personalized look for Xbox System Guide * #
Offline achievements * #
Online achievements *
Access to other players' Gamer cards via Live *
Cumulative gamer score * #
Location/language profile * #
Reputation *
Enhanced matchmaking using above
Skill level matchmaking
Gameplay style profile (casual, competitive, etc.)
Recent players list *
Free and premium download game content *
Free and premium downloadable movies, music, tv *
Downloadable demos/trailers *
Micro transactions *
Custom playlist in every game * #
Play music from portable devices * #
View images from digital camera * #
Stream media from Windows XP * #
Interactive screen savers * #
Track info for CDs * #
Communication with voice, video or text *
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Like I said, it isn't what I read today, but at least it's a start, no?