XBOX 360
The XBOX
has everything you could want in a video game system all in one. You have to wonder how they can make something that is already close to perfect even better.
The new system is so affordable considering all of the options you have. The XBOX 360 has two different versions and prices of the system that way they can target two totally different groups of consumers. The first version of the XBOX 360 is the Core System. The XBox 360 Core System is basically a bare bones system for people that simply want to play games. For the cost of $300 you get the following;
- XBOX 360 System
- Composite AV cable (the red, white, and yellow cable)
- Wired controller
The Core system does not include a hard drive or memory unit to save your games and it does not come with the cable to allow you to hook it up to a HDTV. The Core system is ideal for purchasing for a younger child that doesn’t care to do anything but play his or her games. For more features please go towards the bottom of this page.
The 360 premium system comes with everything you need to get the best use out of your system. With a price of $400 you will get the following;
- XBOX 360 System
- Ethernet cable
- 20GB external hard drive
- Wireless controller
- XBOX live headset
- Component AV cables the hook up both the HDTV and standard TV
With the bundle you get a lot of accessories for only $100 more than the Core System, which is cheaper than purchasing all of the extra components separately. You are getting over $200 worth of extras for around $100, that makes the premium bundle worth the extra money.
An added bonus for the XBOX 360 is the price of the new system. Compared to the Playstation, the XBOX 360 is nearly a hundred dollars less for each of its versions. The biggest feature is the high definition feature, the HDTV graphics are much more enhanced than other graphics.
The XBOX Live Gold service lets you play games online against other players, and the XBOX Live Silver lets you download demos, arcade games, trailers, and talk online with friends.
Each XBOX 360 is capable of supporting up to four controllers, and also displays a green LED on the system and the controller to show which controllers are connected. Take note though the old XBOX controllers do not work in the new system. You will have to purchase new extra controllers for your XBOX 360.
Another nice added feature to the console is the two USB ports that are located behind the faceplate. Two memory card slots are also located here. You can use these ports for a number of things, such as,
- MP3 Player hookup
- iPod
- digital camera
The success of online gaming in the XBOX has reached its’ fullest potential. Every model has a base level membership that allows you to create list of people to chat with outside of the gaming.
The XBOX 360’s ability to play over 200 games of the original XBOX has really helped in its instant popularity. This catches the eyes of gamers who still enjoy their older games and can easily download the with emulation profiles. You will need a hard drive to install them.
The XBOX 360 is DVD and CD capable and can rip your CD’s directly into the hard drive. The DVD ability of the XBOX 360 uses 480p progressive scan and can be controlled be a remote. Accessories made so readily available for the XBOX 360 is a great way to make the system truly your own.
All that is left to wonder is how long before you retire your original XBOX for the new XBOX 360? The bottom line is with Microsoft trying to make even more of the original XBOX games compatible with the new XBOX 360 the only thing keeping you from enjoying this system is you.
