The second Xbox 360 revealed: codename Zephyr

[jlmadyson]

Just ran across this as well, scroll down about midway;

New pics from the Xbox Chinese Factory

 

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Originally posted by: jlmadyson
Just ran across this as well, scroll down about midway;

New pics from the Xbox Chinese Factory

Damn, just saw that too. http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/03/26/xbox-360-elite-production-shots/

I was thinking about buying a premium system when I got my new LCD a couple weeks ago.. I'm glad I held off!

 

[purbeast0]

Originally posted by: jlmadyson
Just ran across this as well, scroll down about midway;

New pics from the Xbox Chinese Factory

Yah I saw those earlier ... not sure if I like it in that color or not though ...

To play devils advocate (and the side I was all along thinking this wasn't really coming out, but facts now look as though it truly is right around the corner), what's to say those aren't just dev xbox360's? not to mention, there is no shot of the rear HDMI port on it, which I would think would be a focus of some spy shots.

:evil:

 

[CKDragon]

Originally posted by: purbeast0

Originally posted by: jlmadyson
Just ran across this as well, scroll down about midway;

New pics from the Xbox Chinese Factory

Yah I saw those earlier ... not sure if I like it in that color or not though ...

To play devils advocate (and the side I was all along thinking this wasn't really coming out, but facts now look as though it truly is right around the corner), what's to say those aren't just dev xbox360's? not to mention, there is no shot of the rear HDMI port on it, which I would think would be a focus of some spy shots.

:evil:

Supposedly, the dev kits have other defining markings. Such as the larger hard drive enclosure as seen in pics here.

 

[jlmadyson]

Originally posted by: purbeast0

Originally posted by: jlmadyson
Just ran across this as well, scroll down about midway;

New pics from the Xbox Chinese Factory

Yah I saw those earlier ... not sure if I like it in that color or not though ...

To play devils advocate (and the side I was all along thinking this wasn't really coming out, but facts now look as though it truly is right around the corner), what's to say those aren't just dev xbox360's? not to mention, there is no shot of the rear HDMI port on it, which I would think would be a focus of some spy shots.

:evil:

What the previous poster said, also note none of those pics of dev kits have the silver front like the orignal premiums. You know it's coming bro.

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[jlmadyson]

*CONFIRMED* Waiting on MS Press Release

Waiting for update

 

[jlmadyson]

Microsoft Unveils Xbox 360 Elite
Premium black console includes 120GB hard drive and line of new accessories.
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? Xbox LIVE Movie and TV Roster Grows as Multiple New Partners Bring Premium Content to the Online Games and Entertainment Network - March 27, 2007


Microsoft Resources:
? Xbox 360 Web site

? Consumer Newsroom


REDMOND, Wash. ? March 27, 2007 ? Microsoft Corp. today announced the upcoming availability of Xbox 360? Elite, a new model of the video game and entertainment system that will include a 120GB hard drive, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, a high-definition cable, and a premium black finish for the console, wireless controller and Xbox LIVE® headset. Xbox 360 Elite has enough space for a library of Xbox LIVE Arcade games and thousands of songs, as well as downloadable high-definition TV shows and movies available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace. The new 120GB hard drive also will be sold as a stand-alone accessory to give current Xbox 360 owners greater choice and flexibility in their games and entertainment experience. Additional Xbox 360 Elite accessories, such as the black Xbox 360 Wireless Controller, Xbox 360 Play & Charge kit and the Xbox 360 rechargeable battery, will be available separately. The Xbox 360 Elite and its accessories are expected to begin arriving in U.S. stores on April 29.

?Today?s games and entertainment enthusiast has an insatiable appetite for digital high-definition content,? said Peter Moore, corporate vice president for the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. ?Xbox 360 Elite?s larger hard drive and premium accessories will allow our community to enjoy all that the next generation of entertainment has to offer.?

Distinguished by its black finish and signature metallic detailing, Xbox 360 Elite will have an estimated retail price1 of $479.99 (U.S.) and will come packed with components and accessories for the ultimate high-definition entertainment experience:2


The new Xbox 360 Elite console is expected to begin arriving in U.S. stores on April 29.
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? Xbox 360 Elite console. The console is equipped with a premium black finish and three powerful core processors capable of producing the best in HD entertainment (up to 1080p), 16:9 cinematic aspect ratio, anti-aliasing for smooth textures, full surround sound, HDMI output and DVD playback with upscaling capabilities right out of the box.

? Xbox 360 120GB hard drive. The 120GB detachable hard drive allows gamers to save their games and store television shows, movies, music, pictures, trailers, levels, demos and other content available from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.3 The hard drive is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $179.99 (U.S.).

? Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (black). This award-winning, high-performance wireless controller, now in black, features the Xbox® Guide Button for quick, in-game access to friends and music. It has a range of up to 30 feet and a battery life of 30 hours on two AA batteries. It is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $49.99 (U.S.).

? Xbox 360 headset (black). Now available in black, the headset lets gamers strategize or trade taunts while playing games and send voice messages to friends on Xbox LIVE.

? Xbox 360 HDMI cable. New to Xbox 360, HDMI allows consumers to get HD video (up to 1080p) and multichannel surround sound, all from one cable.

? Xbox LIVE Silver Membership. With this, gamers can chat with friends online, collect achievements and gamerscores, send and receive voice and text messages, and access Xbox LIVE Marketplace content such as game demos, HD movies and TV, as well as the best in downloadable games from Xbox LIVE Arcade.

? One-month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership provides a complete online entertainment experience. Those who subscribe to this premium service can engage in competitive online multiplayer matches, tailor their matchmaking via feedback and accomplishments, chat with more than one person at a time, and take advantage of unique privileges in the Xbox LIVE Marketplace and Xbox LIVE Arcade.


The following accessories for the Xbox 360 Elite console will only be sold separately:

? Xbox 360 Play & Charge kit. Complete with a charging cable and a black rechargeable battery pack, the Xbox 360 Play & Charge kit allows gamers to recharge their Xbox 360 Wireless Controller without interrupting their gameplay. It is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $19.99 (U.S.).

? Xbox 360 rechargeable battery (black). The rechargeable battery pack provides more than 25 hours of gameplay per charge. It is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $11.99 (U.S.).


About Xbox 360

Xbox 360 is the most powerful video game and entertainment system, delivering the best games, the next generation of the premier Xbox LIVE online gaming network and unique digital entertainment experiences that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 has a catalog of more than 160 high-definition games and is available in 37 countries. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/xbox360.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq ?MSFT?) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

1 Prices stated are estimated retail prices; actual retail prices may vary.

2 Total retail value: more than $600 (U.S.)

3 TV and movie downloads available only in the U.S.

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[CKDragon]

Has anyone seen them for order anywhere, yet? I really want to buy this from Costco for the great warranty, if possible.

Another month of waiting... boo. I'd pay $600 to have it right now.

 

[Gooberlx2]

So is it going to be possible to just swap out the old 20gb HDD with a larger laptop drive instead of paying an incredibly inflated price for the official HDD offering? That's the only thing I want from all this hooplah.

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

Originally posted by: Gooberlx2
So is it going to be possible to just swap out the old 20gb HDD with a larger laptop drive instead of paying an incredibly inflated price for the official HDD offering? That's the only thing I want from all this hooplah.

I don't think so. I haven't heard of anyone being able to successfully pull this off. So far the 360 has been resistant to pretty much all forms of hacking.

 

[purbeast0]

Here is my response from the official xbox thread, which includes a quote from someone ...

Originally posted by: purbeast0

Originally posted by: kedlav
Bad business decision IMO. While its a nice upgrade for the technically inclined (i.e. AT, AVS, etc. type crowds), a larger hard drive and hdmi output means practically nothing to the billions of people currently without 360's... the market Microsoft should be targeting. Already, Sony has shown the $400+ market for consoles is for fanbois, rich kids, and idiots. I could see this entering at the $400 price point with the premium moving to $300 and the core going away, but this just has flop written all over it, which is a shame, as Microsoft's been pretty smart so far with the 360.

Yup, this is the exact reason that when all these rumors were floating around abou the Elite, I was always skeptical. It just makes absolutely no sense for MS to do this from a business perspective.

But yah, I officially eat my words, although it still is just a bad decision from MS' part based on price alone. Had it came out at $400, I could understand ... but to up the price? Just a bad move.

Not to mention ... $180 for a 120Gb hdd? Yah ...

 

[purbeast0]

Originally posted by: Gooberlx2
So is it going to be possible to just swap out the old 20gb HDD with a larger laptop drive instead of paying an incredibly inflated price for the official HDD offering? That's the only thing I want from all this hooplah.

I strongly doubt it, not any time soon. There is already ways to get very VERY specific larger hard drives to work on the Xbox360, however, you can only use 20Gb partition (99% sure that's all you can use) from them. But it was only like 1 specific brand and model #.

But maybe w/this new one, someone will find out how to use 120Gb partitions from third party hard drives. Only time will tell.

 

[Chunkee]

some of you guys crack me up... getting chubbys from a black painted 2 year old xbox 360 with an hdmi connector.... wooohoooo

get your tents out and take your ds portables.... going to be some serious stuff going on...

while camping out at the walmart, awaiting the black painted monolith xbox 360 with hdmi... browse through the life section there... pick one up and go through the self checkout line...dont forget the gum..

enjoy your shiny bobble syndrome

 

[Sniper82]

so is it confirmed to retail for $479? If so I sure hope they continue to release the premium and drop the price on it. But I am betting that won't happen till the end of the year anyway. I was waiting for the new rev to be released to buy but if its just gonna cost more and the old revs are gonna cost the same it looks like I will be waiting alot longer.

 

[CKDragon]

Originally posted by: Chunkee
some of you guys crack me up... getting chubbys from a black painted 2 year old xbox 360 with an hdmi connector.... wooohoooo

get your tents out and take your ds portables.... going to be some serious stuff going on...

while camping out at the walmart, awaiting the black painted monolith xbox 360 with hdmi... browse through the life section there... pick one up and go through the self checkout line...dont forget the gum..

enjoy your shiny bobble syndrome

Since I'm sure you're including me in your target sights due to my recent comment about wanting it now, I'll bite...

Eh, I think I'll be happier with my 360 Elite (which will be my first 360, I'm not upgrading) than just about anyone spending time going into video game threads telling people that they have no life because they're looking forward to a video game console.

Other than that, do the words "pot" and "kettle" jog your memory of any old sayings?

 

[Tifababy]

I wonder if the HDMI connector will plug into the same plug as the component and vga cables? If so, I see no reason to upgrade because I haven't filled close to the entire hard drive. Although if it's like the leaked photos and there is a separate HDMI connector, then I think more people would upgrade...although I'd be disappointed, I'd stick with my component connection.

 

[bob4432]

Originally posted by: DonVito
I don't think so. I haven't heard of anyone being able to successfully pull this off. So far the 360 has been resistant to pretty much all forms of hacking.

guess it depends on what you consider "hacking".....

 

[bob4432]

i kind of wonder how it will do pushing full 1080p in gaming. i have seen a few fps drops @ 720p in graw2 in mult--player, not a big deal and it only lasted a second here and a second there, but still drop to the point where you can see it, so probbaly ~10fps, and again @ 1280x720, so wonder how it will be @ 1920x1080.