Xbox Live Update Issues

Microsoft’s most recent Xbox Live update has led to washed-out colors and sub-1080p playback in certain videos. They have since stated that they plan to release a fix, but only for one of those problems. Xbox Live liaison Major Nelson has stated than an update is incoming for the color issues, but the restriction of non-Zune videos to 720p video output has yet to receive public acknowledgement.

The Xbox Live update in question was released in December and was faulty right from the start due to the new Terms of Use that prevents users from bringing class-action lawsuits against the company. It is the exact same update that turned out to produce some display problems and highly questionable restrictions on video content.

Users have found that colors at the Xbox Home, previously the Dashboard, and during video playback are now washed out and blacks are less black, though color during gameplay appears unaffected. Microsoft has also restricted the resolution of non-Zune videos to 720p resolution, as found in tests by Eurogamer, while Zune videos are still able to play at full 1080p resolution without any issue.

A fix is incoming for the colorspace issue, but Major Nelson provided no timeframe on the next update. If I hear anything on my Xbox Ambassador ventures, I will be sure to let you know. If you have any questions, feel free to send me a message on Xbox Live to TylerW507 and I will be glad to assist if I can.

Source: Ars Technica