Microsoft should expect it to be an Xbox 360 Christmas this year if search queries for the games console are anything to go by.
Although the launch of the PS3 Slim caused a massive spike of interest according to search analytics firm Hitwise, Microsoft's Xbox 360 console is consistently ranking highly in searches suggesting it's popularity will be strong come the Christmas rush.
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Microsoft Xbox 360 takes console top spot despite Sony PS3 Slim surge
http://weblogs.hitwise.com/robin-goad/2009/10/microsoft_xbox_360_vs_sony_ps3_slim.html