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November 2008
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The editors liked
All games in high-definition
Excellent user-friendly Dashboard interface
Built-in support for wireless controllers
Excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live
Backward compatible with many (but not all) original Xbox titles
Doubles as su...
Superior selection of games including several console-exclusive titles
Easy-to-use Dashboard interface
Plays hundreds of (but not all) original Xbox titles
Doubles...
The editors didn't like
First wave of games is somewhat anemic
Noisy exhaust fan
No built-in wireless networking
Only three USB ports
No support for next-generation HD movie discs
No DVI or HDMI output
Doesnt upscale DVDs to HD resolution
Gigantic oversize power supply
P...
No support for Blu-ray
Early versions of the console prone to "red ring of death" system crash
Online gaming require a paid subscription to Xbox Live.
Abstract: <b>Spec:</b> 512 MB, 1920 x 1080, IBM PowerPC 3.2 GHz<br /> <b>Good:</b> All games for the Xbox 360 are in high-definition, as is the excellent user-friendly Dashboard interface. Theres built-in support for wireless controllers and excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live. The console is not only backward compatible with many (but not all) original Xbox titles, it also doubles as superior digital media hub and Windows Media extender.<br /> <b>Bad:</b> Most of the Xbox 360s games so far havent been a big improvement over the previous generation, and the console has some slight design flaws: a noisy exhaust fan, gigantic oversize power supply, no built-in wireless networking, only three USB ports, and no DVI or HDMI output. The DVD player is substandard, and theres no built-in support for next-gen HD movie discs.<br /> <b>Bottomline:</b> The Xbox 360 delivers the power and performance of a high-end gaming PC, including impressive digital media and networking features--but it will take several months to amass a roster of must-have next-gen games. The upcoming Sony PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii threaten to provide better graphics and a wider range of downloadable content, respectively.<br />
Abstract: Xbox 360 featuring 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, TOSLINK S/PDIF optical audio output, five USB 2.0 ports and a special AUX port and 250 GB hard drive in a smaller and sleeker design with a range of console bundles including Xbox 360 Limited Edition Action and Adven...
Sexy design, It's quiet!, Builtin WiFi, Touch buttons, Xbox Live
No HDMI cable in the box, Uses disc tray, Still mangles game discs, External power brick, No Bluray
In light of the recent software updates, the new Xbox 360 is probably the most complete and convenient box that you can stick under your telly. Not only does it play the latest video games, but it offers a huge amount of other content in one slickly desi...
Abstract: he Xbox 360 is an accomplished games console, yet relatively few people take advantage of its capabilities as a Media Center Extender. If you have a Windows Media Center PC, you can use the Xbox as a remote interface to it. We tested it with both Vista...
Abstract: Microsoft first HD-ready games console arrives in Australia after an extended wait -- set your faces to stun! One of the secret pleasures of having a decent home cinema system is running games through it. Hook up a PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube or ...
Abstract: Christine Canasa plays a car racing game with the new Xbox 360 at a computer store in Santa Clara, California.Photo: With enough hardware horsepower to deliver movie-like graphics and high-quality sound, Microsoft Corp.s Xbox 360 is setting ...
Sleeker, smaller design for both the console and controllers, Wireless controller ability built-in, Redesigned Xbox 360 dashboard is now much cleaner and user-friendly, Excellent Xbox Live integration, Works seamlessly as a games machine, Outstanding mult...
Clunky power box, No HDMI support, Hard drive not standard, First generation games feature great graphics, but probably only a little better than what some high-end PCs can produce
The vast multimedia functionality and smooth Xbox Live integration of the 360 places it streets ahead of current generation consoles. The graphics may not blow everyone away, but it?s an impressive overall machine from Microsoft. ...
Cheaper and more games currently than PlayStation3. Excellent online system. HD optical drive is optional.
No digital video output. No 1080p. Awkward form-factor.
Compared to the PlayStation 3, the Xbox 360 is a much less elegant and more fiddly device. But unlike the PS3, you can choose to get the core functionality and spend as little as $400. There are more games and the online gaming component really is exce...
Abstract: Microsoft Xbox 360 Will you ever grow up? If this question sounds familiar to you, youre not alone. Do you need someone to blame for never growing up? How about video games? This time we can all lay the blame on Bill Gates and his second generation v...
Abstract: H Willan I recently had a Microsoft Xbox 360 on loan to have a play and review. Here I give you an overall impression of an XBox 360 from the time we had it for.The package sent contained, the unit itself, power supply, two cordless controllers, 6 game...
