First the Xbox 360, then the Playstation 3, and now Nintendo announces that they’ll be offering the Netflix service on the Nintendo Wii this Spring.  Similar to how the PS3 will run Netflix, the Nintendo Wii will need a Netflix instant-streaming disc in order to use the service at no additional cost to Netflix subscribers.  For Netflix subscribers who would like to sign up for a free instant-streaming disc, follow this LINK.

As of now, the Xbox 360 version of Netflix seems to be the best choice as there’s a native application built into the Xbox 360 as well as the ability to stream at 1080p.  The PS3 can stream 1080p as well, but it requires the instant-streaming disc.  This announcement from Nintendo is definitely a step in the right direction since Nintendo’s Wii is still selling like hotcakes, even after the holidays.  Since the Nintendo Wii’s max output resolution is 480p, Wii owners shouldn’t expect a true HD experience out of it, but I’m sure all will be forgiven since navigating the menus will probably be much easier with the Wii-mote.

If you’re an Xbox 360 owner, you’ve been enjoying the wonders of Netflix for quite some time.  It seems 360 owners won’t be the only console on the block to be able to stream Netflix movies as they announce today Sony’s Playstation 3 will soon be able to stream Netflix as well.

PS3 owners should be able to stream Netflix movies in about a month.  Plans are to supply PS3 owners with a Blu-Ray readable disc that will allow PS3 users use Netflix’s streaming service.  As of now, no mention of a XMB icon for Netflix to be made availble, similar to how the Xbox 360 has a dedicated section for Netflix without the need to insert a disc.

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Today is a good day to be an Xbox owner.  Released today is the latest XBox Live Update which brings new features other consoles will surely be jealous of.  One of the biggest pieces of news, will be the ability to sit in a virtual theater and watch Netflix movies with up to 7 friends (something PlayStation Home was supposed to feature).  Another update brings Games on Demand — which allows you to purchase full Xbox 360 titles — look for this to be ready on Thursday 8/13.

No Twitter or Last.FM yet, but those are coming soon.

So what ELSE is going down over at the new Summer update?  We’ll break it down below:

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Congrats!  After 3 short months, the amount of Netflix subscriptions through Microsoft’s Xbox 360 has surpassed the one million mark.  For those who don’t know, Netflix is Microsoft’s exclusive movie streaming application available through the X360.

For those X360 owners with a Netflix subscription, you can now enjoy renting movies online at no additional cost.

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