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In this review you will find some info on the new Xbox 360
The new Xbox 360 slim have the nice new black glossy look, it is much attractive and appealing than the previous arcade models. New Xbox 360 dimensions are significantly reduced in comparison to its predecessor so the new console is now very similar in size to the sony PS3 slim. The weight of the Xbox 360 slim has also been decreased. The new Xbox 360 is running much quieter and much cooler thanks to the enhanced CPU and fans, it might seems to be a small thing but when playing for long while you will really appreciate its quietness.
The new Xbox 360 slim now has 5 USB ports, which is more than its predecessor had, 2 ports located at the front of the console and the rest are at the back, the new addition is an aux port for connecting the kinect control system. It also have the HD port, but this is not a new thing.
The cool special feature in the new Xbox 360 is the Kinect sensor (comes with the bundled console either for 4GB / 250GB version). With the new Kinect sensor you do not need to use any additional equipment to play the game. All movement of the hands, feet, and body are the controller, you even use your voice ! The other console systems, playstation move and nintendo wii, can also provide motion gaming but you still holding the controllers when playing.
The prices are:
$199 for the 4GB Xbox 360 slim.
$299 for the 4GB Xbox 360 slim+kinect bundle.
$299 for the 250GB Xbox 360 slim.
$399 for the 250GB Xbox 360 slim+kinect bundle.
Using the Xbox Live (free membership) you will be able to:
* Preview games with free demos
* Download new games and game add-ons
* Watch HD movies and TV from Zune
* Chat and text with Friends on Xbox LIVE
If you go gold membership ($59.99 a year) you will also have:
* Play games online with friends
* Live sports from ESPN on Xbox LIVE
* Video Kinect, Facebook and Twitter on your TV
* Instantly watch HD movies from Netflix
4GB Xbox 360 Slim vs 250GB Xbox 360 Slim
4GB and 250 GB both have identical design, both have 5 USB ports and the Kinnect port. I really don't see how to justify for a $100 price boost. The 250gb hard drive is nice to have but if are serious about storage know probably know how to install a different hard drive yourself or know someone who can do it for you with no problem.
