Xbox 360 sets a new pace for digital entertainment. More than just a cutting-edge game system, Xbox 360 also integrates high-definition video, DVD movie playback, digital music, photos, and online connectivity into one sleek, small tower. About the Xbox 360 Hardware
 | | Xbox 360, shown with wireless controller, is a sleek, customizable gaming and entertainment system. | Xbox 360 is much smaller than its predecessor--it measures approximately 3.3 by 12.2 by 10.2 inches and weighs 7.7 lbs. It's powered by custom IBM PowerPC-based CPU with three symmetrical cores each running at 3.2 GHz. It also carries a custom ATI graphics processor 10 MB of embedded DRAM. This is powerful enough to draw 500 million triangles per second. In other words, it makes for great looking games in standard TV definition, and even better thanks to built-in support for HDTV 1080i televisions. It also supports the widescreen 16:9 format. The unit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the game media and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. For game-save and media storage, users can choose between the detachable and upgradeable 20GB hard drive, or a separately sold 64MB flash Memory Unit. Along with storing files, the hard drive will make the Xbox 360 backward-compatible with part of the existing Xbox game library. Xbox 360 uses a refined button layout for its controllers. Back and Start buttons sit at the center of the controller and between them is a new Xbox Guide button, which instantly takes the user to the Xbox 360 user interface. From there, they can check for friends online, access personal digital content like photos and songs, and more. The black and white buttons of the first Xbox controllers have been replaced with new shoulder buttons placed above the left and right triggers. Xbox 360 can accommodate up to four wireless controllers and has three USB 2.0 slots to use for wired controllers or for streaming your digital media from digital cameras, MP3 players, and any Windows XP-based PC. Microsoft has announced plans for a upcoming video-conferencing camera that will work with the system.  | | Xbox 360 can manage your games, your online friends, and your personal digital library. | About Xbox 360 Games and Media
Xbox 360 is scheduled to launch with more than 20 launch titles, with several more slated to be released within the following month. Launch titles include Madden NFL 2006, Project Gotham Racing 3, and the long-awaited Perfect Dark Zero. All Xbox 360 titles can be played in either standard or high-definition resolution in 16:9 widescreen, with anti-aliasing for smoother graphics. Game designers will be able to take advantage of the system's multi-channel surround sound. The Xbox 360's digital media allows users to supplement any game's music from tracks in their own personal library. About Xbox Live
A built-in Ethernet port allows users to connect their system to a broadband connection for access to the new Xbox Live Silver. The included service lets anyone create a Gamertag and gamer card to express your online identity, chat live with voice chat, and connect to the Xbox Live Marketplace to buy expansions, maps, and other digital goodies for your games. The subscription service Xbox Live Gold adds to that online competition, game stats, and video chat/messaging. The separately sold wireless adapter supports the common 802.11a, -b, and -g standards. What's Included in the Game System - Xbox 360 console
- 20GB detachable hard drive
- Wireless controller
- Wireless Xbox Live headset
- High-definition AV cables
- Ethernet cable
- Xbox 360 Media Remote Control (limited time)
- Detachable faceplate
- Xbox Live Silver membership
Note to Customers
Release dates and pricing are tentative and subject to change based on availability at launch. Product is not guaranteed on release date. Orders are shipped on a first-come, first-serve basis due to limited supplies and indeterminate launch quantities.
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2 of 3 found the following review helpful:
 Excellent system.Mar 16, 2006
The XBOX 360 is one of the most excellent systems of the current generation & this is one excellent bundle. You get the prenium system & 10 games. I bought this bundle in January & I only played 4 of the 10 games but I like what I have seen.
The graphics & sounds are good on the system & it shows, espically if you have an HDTV.
4 of 31 found the following review helpful:
 Amzzing.................Feb 07, 2006
You have to start wondering about the intellengence of the average American, when people are more than willing to plunk out thousands for the latest time wasters.............. In a year or so, they will lucky to give away the XBox for a fraction of the current prices............
0 of 15 found the following review helpful:
issues w/ 1 days shipping but other than that greatFeb 03, 2006
I ordered this bundle for my son for his birthday. He had been wanting one for sometime now. No luck during the holidays but I had spoken to several reps who said more shipments should arrive on 1/31. sure enough I went online and found that amazon had them avab. It was perfect being that my son's birthday was on 2/2. I ordered it and went for the 1 day shipping thinking more than enough time. However they didn't ship until 2/2 which left my son pretty upset. However it appears it will arrive today so I guess all is forgiven.
2 of 12 found the following review helpful:
Ok, I like it but can't buy it...Jan 24, 2006
This is one of the best bunble that the retailers have in the moment. But I dont understand why it's in stock and when I move the item to the shoping cart it's unavailable...
5 of 13 found the following review helpful:
More than I wanted!Jan 03, 2006
I like alot were looking for a 360 for xmas and of course if you did not do a preorder or stand in a line for 16 hours it was about impossible. I just happened to check toys r us and they had this bundle available. Only wanted a couple of the games listed but I will sell off the ones' I don't want. Ordered it on Wednesday and was playing Friday night. Excellent job on processing and shipping. The gamefly offer is crappy, ships from CA with delivery up to 10 days for a game. You may get lucky and be able to get 2 games a month if you only keep them for a few days. The OXM subscription, no info included about this. Contacting customer service about getting it. Hopefully it works out. All in all, I bought it for the hardware and I'm glad I did because everytime I go somewhere I ask about a 360, they all say their out.
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