OK, so I’m getting good at making calls about things that will happen :). I’ve always wanted to be a futurist, and I think I’m almost there.

I’ve been saying for years (a couple of recent references here and here) that Xbox should/would release television/movies via the Xbox.

Well, today they made just that announcement.

Beginning on its first anniversary, November 22, Xbox 360 will become the first gaming console in history to provide HD TV shows and movies directly to gamers in their own living rooms. Xbox 360 gamers will be able to download full-length TV shows to own, and will be able to rent movies via download from the Xbox Live® network, the world leader in online distribution of high-definition gaming and entertainment content.

It’ll be interesting to see if this is available in Australia.