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[edit] Consoles
[edit] Xbox 360
| Xbox 360 | |
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| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Type | Video game console |
| Generation | Seventh generation era |
| CPU | 3.2 GHz PPC Tri-Core Xenon |
| Media | DVD, DVD-DL, CD Add On: HD DVD |
| System storage | 20 or 120 GB hard drive, 64, 256 or 512 MB memory cards |
| Online service | Xbox Live, Xbox Live Marketplace |
| Best-selling game | Halo 3, 8.1 million (as of January 3, 2008) |
| Predecessor | Xbox |
- The Xbox 360 Core[1] was an entry level Xbox 360 priced at US$279.99. The "Core" is no longer being sold, being replaced by the Xbox 360 Arcade.[2] It was not originally available in Japan, but was later released on November 2, 2006.[3] The Core system comes bundled with composite video cables, capable of only SDTV resolutions, but newer models with lot number 0728 or greater have an HDMI 1.2 output. The Core may output HD signals up to 1080p when connected to separately sold HDMI, Component, or VGA cables. It may also utilize a separately sold 20 or 120 GB hard drive. Unlike all other SKUs, it shipped with a wired version of the Xbox 360 controller, instead of the wireless version found in other SKUs.
- The Xbox 360 Arcade,[4] priced at US$279.99,[5] is the replacement for the "Xbox 360 Core".[6] It was publicly revealed (though it was available in stores far earlier)[4] by Microsoft's president of Entertainment Devices division Robbie Bach to the Financial Times on October 18, 2007,[5] and officially announced on October 22, 2007.[7] It includes a wireless controller, 256 MB memory unit, composite AV cable, HDMI 1.2 output, and 5 Xbox Live Arcade titles.[8] The consoles, identified by packaging labeled "Go Play!", are bundled with Boom Boom Rocket, Feeding Frenzy, Luxor 2, Pac-Man Championship Edition, and Uno on a single disk, which also includes a "Welcome Video" and several game trailers/demos.[9]
- The Xbox 360, commonly called the Premium or Pro, priced at US$349.99, includes all the features of the Xbox 360 Core and includes a hybrid composite and component cable with optional optical out instead of a composite cable. The Xbox 360 also includes a detachable 20 GB Hard Disc Drive to store downloaded content, provide compatibility with original Xbox games, and store game data. The included hard drive comes with game demos, video clips and a free Live Arcade game, Hexic HD. In July 2007, this version of the Xbox 360 began appearing with the Zephyr motherboard (the motherboard used in the Elite) which features HDMI 1.2 output and an improved GPU heatsink. Although the Premium package does include an HDMI 1.2 output, it does not come with HDMI 1.2 cables.[10][11] Starting at the end of September, the newest systems were shipped with the new "Falcon" motherboard. This motherboard includes the new 65-nm CPUs, making them quieter and cooler than the older systems.[12] Holiday 2007 consoles, with packaging labeled "Go Big", were bundled with Ultimate Alliance and Forza Motorsport 2.[13] This bundle has since then been discontinued.[2]
- The Xbox 360 Elite is the fourth and most expensive variation of the console. It is priced at US$449.99 and includes a 120GB hard drive and a matte black finish. The Elite retail package also includes an HDMI 1.2 cable and a controller and headset that match the system's black finish.[14] The initial release price was US$479.99,[15] C$549.99,[15] £299.99, and AU$729.95. The Elite was released in Europe on August 24, 2007, and Australia on August 30, 2007. Holiday 2007 consoles, with packaging labeled "Go Big", were bundled with Ultimate Alliance and Forza Motorsport 2.[13] This bundle has since then been discontinued.[2] Early Elite models shipped using the Zephyr motherboard, though newer models now use the Falcon 65nm chipset instead. These Elites (and other Xbox 360 models using the Falcon) can be identified from earlier versions by a re-designed power connector and a power supply that runs at 175w. The motherboard layout is also different.
[edit] Xbox
| Original Xbox | |
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| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Type | Video game console |
| Generation | Sixth generation era |
| First available | NA November 15, 2001 JP February 22, 2002 EU March 14, 2002 |
| CPU | 733 MHz Intel Pentium III-based Mobile Celeron |
| Media | DVD,CD |
| System storage | 8-10GB Internal HDD, 8 MB memory card |
| Online service | Xbox Live |
| Best-selling game | Halo 2, 8.1 million (as of May, 10 2006) |
| Successor | Xbox 360 |
The Xbox was initially developed within Microsoft by a small team that included game developer Seamus Blackley. Microsoft repeatedly delayed the console, which was revealed at the end of 1999 following interviews of Microsoft CEO Bill Gates. Gates stated that a gaming/multimedia device was essential for multimedia convergence in the new times of digital entertainment. On March 10, 2000 the "X-box Project" was officially confirmed by Microsoft with a press release.
According to the book Smartbomb, by Heather Chaplin and Aaron Ruby, the remarkable success of the upstart Sony PlayStation worried Microsoft in late 1990s. The growing video game market seemed to threaten the PC market which Microsoft had dominated and relied upon for most of its revenues. Additionally, a venture into the gaming console market would diversify Microsoft's product line, which up to that time had been heavily concentrated on software.
According to Dean Takahashi's book, Opening the Xbox, the Xbox was originally to be named "DirectX-box", to show the extensive use of DirectX within the console's technology.[16] "Xbox" was the final name decided by marketing, but the console still retains some hints towards DirectX, most notably the "X"-shaped logo, which DirectX is famous for, along with the "X" shape on the top of the system.
As the console approached launch, Microsoft's J Allard was responsible for the hardware and system software development, Ed Fries was responsible for game development on the platform, and Mitch Koch was responsible for sales and marketing; all three reported to Robbie Bach. This team was also primarily responsible for Microsoft's follow-up product, the Xbox 360.
[edit] Accesories
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XBOX 360 -Rechargeable battery pack -NiMH Rechargeable AAs -Play and Charge Kit -Quick Charge Kit -Xbox 360 Messenger Kit -Universal Media Remote -Steering wheel -Big Button Controller -Xbox 360 Arcade Gamestick -Xbox 360 Guitar Hero Controller -HD DVD Player -Headset -Wireless headset -Live Vision camera -20 GB hard drive -120 GB hard Drive -Memory units -Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adaptar -Faceplates -Cooling Devices |
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