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Xbox 360 Elite finally confirmed by Microsoft - All the details, all the pics

by Steven Williamson on 28 March 2007, 09:04

Tags: Xbox 360, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Xbox 360

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Microsoft 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 price(1) of $479.99 (U.S.) and will come packed with components and accessories for the ultimate high-definition entertainment experience:(2) * 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.).





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Posted by Blackmage - Wed 28 Mar 2007 09:10
they need to make an Av-HDMI thats what they need :(
Posted by GeorgeTuk - Wed 28 Mar 2007 09:12
Steven, using your industry contacts any chance of finding out if a UK release is on the cards?

If it is woooo hooo! If not I'll have to wait even longer, no way I am buying the original now until the new bits are added.
Posted by dangel - Wed 28 Mar 2007 09:22
More to the point, will they scam us UK folk on price?

Knowing MS..
Posted by Tom Scott - Wed 28 Mar 2007 09:26
No point in getting it over here until Video Marketplace/IPTV launchs.

I've got 12gb left on the 20GB drive… I honestly don't know what I'd do with 120gb!
Posted by s_kinton - Wed 28 Mar 2007 09:27
Looks like a worthy improvement over the original, especailly the extra HDD space.

The only thing that springs into my mind is the price. I can imagine the new 120gb drive and the ‘Elite’ console itself being vastly overpriced, but we shall see.

I personally dont like the look of it in black. Since the PS3 came out the xbox console unit design looks very dated and black doesnt seem to help.

If its well priced (unlikely IMO) though its going to be great news for people looking for a cheap xbox as there could well be a flurry of the original beige ones being sold, driving down their resale price.

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