Xbox LIVE Dashboard Update Preview Program

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MS have opened applications to get the new update early through their 'preview program'. Basically it means you get the update early (various waves), and get to download it at speed; the servers will most likely be near crippled on release day. Click here to sign up.

I am happy to announce that we’re doing an Xbox 360 System Update Preview program for our next release, and the opportunity to sign up is now available... Much like we did last year, you’ll need to visit the Microsoft Connect site from this link and sign in with your Windows LIVE ID that is connected to your Xbox LIVE Gamertag. Once you complete the survey that is presented to you, the Connect site will notify you immediately if you’ve been accepted. A couple of points before you head off to register:

  • We’re looking for multiple thousands of participants, so your chances of making it in are good.
  • This is not for Kinect. You will not be receiving a Kinect sensor if you are chosen to participate.
  • This opportunity is open to all Xbox LIVE Members in regions where Xbox LIVE is available.
  • To avoid any problems, read the survey carefully and double check all the information your provide.
  • While both Xbox LIVE Gold and Silver members can sign up, Priority will be given to Gold members in the selection process.
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http://majornelson.com/archive/2010/09/22/xbox-live-update-preview-program.aspx

The party chat incompatibility will most likely be due to the increase in audio quality; MS have decided to get with the times and not keep the audio quality optimised for 56K.

For more info on the update: http://www.fm-base.co.uk/forum/f24/xbl-audio-quality-to-improve-in-next-update-t46079.html
 
It says it could break the xbox :'(

What exactly does this do?
 
If you're accepted (which you most likely will be) you get the new mandatory update weeks (or days for later entrants) before general release
 
I was going to sign up until I saw this:

3. Do you understand that Party Chat will not work with people outside of the Preview Program
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And knowing my luck, it would mess my xbox up..
 
Seems a bit of a strange one if you ask me.
 
  • Improved voice quality – the audio codec is being updated to improve Xbox LIVE Party chat audio quality. So grab your friends and jump into a multiplayer game, catch a big sports event, watch a movie or do all three.
  • Improved experience for changing your Gamertag – choosing a new Gamertag? If the Gamertag you're looking for is already taken, your Avatar will spin a wheel and we will provide five other Gamertag suggestions at a time for you to choose from.
  • Streamlined in-dashboard virtual keyboard – we've taken the existing QWERTY keyboard in-dash and made it easier to use for scenarios that involve repeated text entry, for example when signing up for Live within the dashboard.
  • Improved Xbox Live Marketplace UI and browse experience – the Games Marketplace has been re-organized to provide streamlined access to the games and content you want, reducing the number of steps it takes to get to a download.
  • Avatar changes – we've made your Avatars slightly more proportional so you can better play Kinect games.
  • Easier to get on a wireless network – trying to connect to a wireless network? With the next update, you'll see a list of all the wireless networks within range when you go into network settings. From there, you'll be able to select a new network or further configure the network you're connected to.
  • Ability to sign-out other controllers in the sign-in UI – we're adding the ability to sign-out profiles on other controllers in the sign-in UI within the Guide. This is especially useful when playing games like Rock Band.
  • New browse experience for 100 per cent completed games – you spent a lot of time and effort earning those Achievements, so instead of only being able to view your first dozen completed games, we're giving you a new and better way to browse all of them.
The update goes live on 4th November.
 
I'm not gonna risk it.

Would rather wait for it to be released.
 
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