Xbox 360 Slim Console Review
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Microsoft has addressed the RRoD issue which came mostly from the machine not being able to dissipate heat properly. The new 360 console not only dissipates heat better, but the fan is also much quieter.
The new sleek black gloss finish makes the new Xbox 360 a real beauty.
On top of that, It is the only console on the market today that features a 802.11n built in Wi-Fi.
I hope the following review of the new Xbox 360 helps you in your decision to buy one of these fine consoles
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Thoughts About the New Xbox 360
If you are thinking that you may want to buy a new Xbox 360, then here are a few thoughts about it.1) The chip-set is smaller, and the layout of components is such that the new Xbox 360 takes up less space. However, the design has been revamped quite a bit. It has massive cooling vents on the sides, a gloss finish and looks miles better than the original 360 overall. Honestly, nobody can dispute that.
2) The 'on' and CD tray buttons are now touch-sensitive and require only "the slightest of swipes"
3) The Xbox 360 slim is much quieter; the cooling system is better and the console does not sound like it is having an asthma attack whenever you put a CD in. As well, the optical drive itself is virtually silent when it comes out.
Unless you are sitting beside the console with your TV muted, you will not be able to hear it.
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4) Wi-fi is now built-in, it is an 802.11n adapter (in English: good stuff, very good stuff)
5) The Xbox 360 HDD is built in with 250GB of memory, so you will have to use a data transfer cable or a USB if you want your old data. If you already own one of these items then great, you do not have to buy a new one
6) Although it is silent now, you will still get massive, ugly, game-breaking scratches on the inner ring of your disc if a particularly dumb person decides to flip your Xbox 360 over.
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7) It has 5 USB ports instead of just the original three. Basically that is one in the back for Kinect and four that you can use for any of your other Xbox 360 accessories.
8) No update on this so far, but there was a statement from Microsoft saying that a cheaper model would be available. I guarantee that it will have a smaller HDD capacity, but am unsure about any other changes there may be.
Update: Well we now know that the new Xbox 360 console is available with a 4 GB HDD for $100 less. Personally I chose the 250GB model. All that extra space for $100? Done and done! More room than on my PC!
Although this console does not come with HDMI cables, your old ones will work. The very nice people at EB Games let me keep my old one, but I had to give them the new cable from the box. They probably put old ones in the box and sold the new ones separately!
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The only cons so far for me is that this console does not come with HDMI cables and the fact that it is very fingerprint-prone. With gloss black finish though, what can you do?
Xbox 360 250GB Console
Amazon Price: $250.00 (as of 02/15/2012)
This Xbox 360 comes with built in Wi-Fi so you no longer have to use a network adapter for your wireless access. With its massive 250 GB hard drive you will never run out of room for your music, movies and video game demos.
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yamicosmos says:
while i agree that blu-ray is a good feature, the fact that you can't play they ps1/2 games on the ps3 makes it a waste of money in my eyes. at least the 360 still plays the old original xbox games
Posted August 11, 2010
brandonmotz says:
I love the Xbox 360. I bought one of consoles when they were still $500 dollars for only a 20 GB hard drive. This new upgraded model was well worth the $300.
Posted August 06, 2010
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AlaskaHydro says:
Free online games and built in Blu Ray player make me lean towards the Playstation.
Posted August 09, 2010
Star Ocean 4; The Last Hope
Xbox 360 Role Playing Games
Star Ocean: The Last Hope
Amazon Price: $13.02 (as of 02/15/2012)
In Star Ocean 4; The Last Hope, players take on the role of young Captain Edge Maverick. Follow Edge on this emotion packed journey to uncover a threat so great that it threatens all creation.
Explore the galaxy in your quest, making friends and enemies alike of the alien races that you encounter. Explore four massive worlds and a space station filled with danger at every step.
Fans of the Star Ocean Series will be thrilled to learn that in this Xbox 360 role playing game, Gabrielle Celeste and the Ethereal Queen make quite a major appearance.
- Recruit 7 different playable characters
- Multiple secret endings
- 2 Secret Dungeons will provide players with 100+ hours post-credit play
- Real-time battles
- Stunning cut-scene visuals
- Amazing voice acting cast bring the characters to life
- Square Enix
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Eternal Sonata
Xbox 360 role playing games
Eternal Sonata
Amazon Price: $17.74 (as of 02/15/2012)
This Xbox 360 game revolves around a real world person, but has nothing to do with reality. Although Mr. Chopin was used as a game character, but this Xbox 360 game is a fantasy role playing game all the way.
Late on the night of October 16, 1849, Frederic Francois Chopin, also known as the Poet of the Piano, lies on his deathbed. He dreams of a beautiful, magical world filled with bright, vivid colors and strange creatures, as if something from a fairy-tale.
In that world, those who are afflicted with incurable illnesses are able to harness the power of magic.
Frederic encounters a young girl who faces a terrible destiny and a young boy who is willing sacrifice everything to save her.
Although Frederic thinks that this world is just a figment of his imagination as he lies on his deathbed, he realizes that there might be more to this place than he first thought.
- 12 different playable characters each with unique fighting styles.
- New and innovative combat system
- Unlock real music composed by Frederic Chopin
- Bandai
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Dragon Age Origins
Xbox 360 role playing games
Dragon Age: Origins
Amazon Price: $29.99 (as of 02/15/2012)
From the creators of Mass Effect 2 and Knights of the Old Republic comes yet another amazing game where every choice you make has drastic consequences on the world around you. When you buy this 360 game you get a free expansion pack with an extra downloadable character and additional quests.
Players start with one of six opening scenes depending on what race/class they choose at the start. After the initial scenes the main character becomes one of the last two Grey Wardens in the country.
Grey Wardens are charged with the duty of containing an invasion of cursed beings called "The Blight" and destroying the Arch Demon. (The enemies actually reminded me of the Orc Horde from The Lord of the Rings)
Players will embark on an epic journey with danger lurking with each step.
With hundreds of skills and spells to choose from, you will never have the same game experience twice. This Xbox 360 game is definitely worth picking up if enjoy Xbox 360 role playing games. It is one of my favorites.
- Recruit 9 different playable characters to form your party
- Over 100 optional side-quests to choose from
- Hundreds of skills and spells
- Unlimited replay value
- Bioware
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kasumi_tendou
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- I am still saving for the slim! Wonderful lens! I am lensrolling it for my lens :)
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- nice lens on the xbox i will come back for updates
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dandan594
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- I am going to treat myself to one of these amazing machines for my Birthday, I can not wait !
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- You will love the new Xbox 360. This new model kicks butt!
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Xbox 360 HDMI Cables
Xbox 360 ezGold HD Pro Cable
Amazon Price: $4.29 (as of 02/15/2012)
Do not forget to pick up some HDMI cables for your new Xbox 360.
Unfortunately, when you buy a new 360 it does not come with the HDMI cables included,
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Hard Drive Transfer Kit for Xbox 360
Amazon Price: $4.85 (as of 02/15/2012)
If you buy a new 360 console then do not forget to pick up some hard drive transfer cables.
You will be able to transfer all of your old game data to your new 250 GB hard drive.
